What benefits does the Damascus steel provide for the Miyabi Black Chef's Knife, 9.5"?

On the Miyabi Black Chef's Knife, 9.5", the 132 layers of Damascus stainless steel protect the blade and create its intricate floral pattern. Blade has a core of MC66 micro-carbide powdered steel. Core steel is ice-hardened to 66 Rockwell hardness.

What is the significance of the Honbazuke method for the Miyabi Black Chef's Knife, 9.5"?

The Honbazuke method is the traditional three-step hand-sharpening process used to give this knife its exceptionally sharp edge and angle. Blade is hand sharpened using a traditional three-step method. Blade is hand honed to an exceptionally sharp angle.

What tasks excel with the Miyabi Black Chef's Knife, 9.5"?

This chef's knife is designed to excel at chopping, mincing and slicing, with a thin Japanese blade profile for lightweight handling and precise control. Authentic thin Japanese blade profile. Ergonomic D-shaped handle for comfort and control. It is not advisable to use it to cut through bone.

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Miyabi Black Chef's Knife, 9.5"

$499.95

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Frequently Asked Questions

On the Miyabi Black Chef's Knife, 9.5", the 132 layers of Damascus stainless steel protect the blade and create its intricate floral pattern.
- Blade has a core of MC66 micro-carbide powdered steel.
- Core steel is ice-hardened to 66 Rockwell hardness.
The Honbazuke method is the traditional three-step hand-sharpening process used to give this knife its exceptionally sharp edge and angle.
- Blade is hand sharpened using a traditional three-step method.
- Blade is hand honed to an exceptionally sharp angle.
This chef's knife is designed to excel at chopping, mincing and slicing, with a thin Japanese blade profile for lightweight handling and precise control.
- Authentic thin Japanese blade profile.
- Ergonomic D-shaped handle for comfort and control.
It is not advisable to use it to cut through bone.