Miyabi Artisan, 5-inch Utility Knife

DESCRIPTION This 5-inch utility knife is a workhorse knife in the kitchen for precision work in-hand or on the cutting board. With a straight blade, this versatile knife is ideal for cutting up fruit, mincing garlic, and thinly slicing meat or poultry. MIYABI celebrates Japanese craftsmanship with Artisan. Using traditional methods and innovative techniques, these knives merge the past and present into an exceptional knife collection. The potent core of SG2 micro-carbide powder steel is layered in a stunning Tsuchime finish. This exquisite, hand-hammered effect helps prevent food from sticking. The CRYODUR® blades feature exceptional sharpness and durability thanks to their innovative, ice-hardening treatment. Each knife features a hand-honed blade finished with a true katana edge, a homage to the samurai swords made in Seki centuries ago. Crafted with special Cocobolo Rosewood Pakkawood, the handles mirror the beauty of the blade. Sophisticated details include brass and red spacers, a mosaic pin and a stainless-steel end cap. The attractive D-shaped handle is designed to nestle comfortably in your hand for tireless cutting. Crafted from revolutionary SG2 (MC63) micro-carbide powder steel - 63 Rockwell hardness Tsuchime hand-hammered finish prevents sticking Ice-hardened CRYODUR blade for exceptional durability, cutting edge retention, and corrosion resistance Hand-honed, 3-step Honbazuke blade boasts scalpel-like sharpness Authentic, thin Japanese blade profile - 9.5-12° edge angle Mirror-polished blade with sandblasted katana edge D-shaped, Cocobolo Rosewood Pakkawood handle Hand wash only Handcrafted in Seki, Japan Revolutionary FC61 steel core features fine carbide distribution and is protected by a durable 48 layers of damast steel Fine carbide distribution creates a razor-sharp and durable blade with a 61 Rockwell hardness Double ice-hardened FRIODUR® blade offers remarkable durability and cutting edge retention Blade is hand-honed using the historic Honbazuke method to an exceptionally sharp 9.5 to 12° Authentic, thin Japanese blade profile Ergonomic handle is made of black pakkawood and stylishly stamped with a mosaic pin. End cap features the MIYABI logo Stylish, strong handle features an improved thicker and rounded bolster for increased comfort and balance Handcrafted in Seki, Japan