Miyabi Kaizen II 8" Chef's Knife 8" blade 4 1/2" handle
 11.2 oz Used just a few times. Miyabi moves one step closer to perfection with Kaizen II cutlery. Kaizen II knives combine traditional Japanese craftsmanship with the best German blade-hardening technology and stunning modern design. A core of FC61 fine carbide steel is embedded within 48 layers of Damascus stainless steel, creating the blade's gorgeous floral pattern. This handcrafted chef's knife is both a work of art and the ultimate in precision sharpness. - Blade is forged from Miyabi's proprietary FC61 super steel and protected by 48-layer Damascus stainless steel in a beautiful, acid-dipped floral pattern. - Authentic, thin Japanese blade profile for lightweight handling and precision control. - Fine carbide distribution creates a razor-sharp and durable blade with 61 Rockwell hardness. - Double ice-hardened FRIODUR® blade offers remarkable durability, corrosion resistance and edge retention. - Blade is hand-honed using the historic Honbazuke method to an exceptionally sharp 9.5 to 12 degree angle. - Black PakkaWood handle with mosaic pin and Miyabi logo end cap. - Ergonomic Japanese D-shaped handle design is effortless to hold. - Strong, substantial handle features an improved thicker and rounded bolster for increased comfort and balance. - Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, a city renowned for its highest quality cutlery production. - Each knife takes more than 100 steps and 42 days to create.