Kaizen II 5.25" Prep Knife

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 Miyabi Kaizen II 5.25” Prep Knife is designed for peeling and chopping vegetables and fruit slicing meats and cheeses butterflying chicken breasts deveining shrimp and much more. The Miyabi Kaizen II collection is a stunning example of the finest Japanese craftsmanship. Features excellent cutting edge retention and sharpness. The core of the blade is surrounded by 49 layers of steel which make up the unique Damascus design pattern on the blade. The Pakkawood handle sits comfortably in the hand allowing firm control and tireless working.

• This compact all-rounder prep knife tackles all the meal prep work
• Perfect for peeling chopping slicing butterflying and more
• Revolution FC61 steel core protected by durable 49 layers of Damast steel
• Fine carbide distribution creates a razor sharp blade with 61 Rockwell hardness
• Double ice-hardened FRIODUR blade supports cutting edge retention
• Blade is hand-honed using historic Honbazuke method to sharp 9 to 12-degrees
• Ergonomic handle made of black pakkawood and Miyabi end cap
• Handle features improved thicker and rounded bolster
• Dishwasher safe but recommend hand wash