Kaizen II 8" Chef's Knife

This 8-inch chef’s knife is a razor-sharp all-around knife perfect for just about any prep task in the kitchen. Chop herbs dice onions and mince garlic with confidence and ease.

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.

• The chef's knife is perfect for any prep task in the kitchen
• Chop herbs dice onions and mince garlic with confidence
• 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