Kaizen II 6" Chef's Knife

This 6-inch chef’s knife is designed especially for smaller hands and those that prefer a lighter style chef’s knife that lets you effortlessly slice dice and chop through prep work.

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