This all-purpose Asian-style knife features a relative straight edge from heel to tip which supports the Japanese push cut. Santoku means three virtues and is named as such because it can be used for meat fish and vegetables.
MIYABI moves one step closer to perfection with Kaizen II � Japanese for �improvement� or "change for the better." Handcrafted in Seki Japan a city renowned for the highest quality cutlery production the Kaizen II collection boasts traditional Japanese craftsmanship combined with the best hardening technology and beautiful modern design.
- All-purpose Asian-style knife
- Use to cut meat fish and vegetables
- Revolutionary FC61 steel core with fine carbide distribution
- Protected by a durable 48 layers of damast steel
- Fine carbide distribution creates a razor sharp and durable blade
- FRIODUR ice-hardened blade with 61 Rockwell hardness
- Blade is hand-honed using using historic Honbazuke method
- Exceptionally sharp 9.5 to 12-degrees
- Authentic thin Japanese blade profile
- Ergonomic handle made of black pakkawood
- Steel mosaic pin and handle end cap
- Rounded bolster for increased comfort and balance
- Recommend hand wash
