5.25" Prep Knife

Miyabi moves one step closer to perfection with Kaizen II cutlery. Kaizen II knives combine traditional Japanese craftsmanship with the best German blade-hardening technology and stunning modern design. A core of FC61 fine carbide steel is embedded within 48 layers of Damascus stainless steel, creating the blade's gorgeous floral pattern. This handcrafted paring knife is both a work of art and the ultimate in precision sharpness. Blade is forged from Miyabi's proprietary FC61 super steel and protected by 48-layer Damascus stainless steel in a beautiful, acid-dipped floral pattern. Authentic, thin Japanese blade profile for lightweight handling and precision control. Fine carbide distribution creates a razor-sharp and durable blade with 61 Rockwell hardness. Double ice-hardened FRIODUR® blade offers remarkable durability, corrosion resistance and edge retention. Blade is hand-honed using the historic Honbazuke method to an exceptionally sharp 9.5 to 12 degree angle. Black PakkaWood handle with mosaic pin and Miyabi logo end cap. Ergonomic Japanese D-shaped handle design is effortless to hold. Strong, substantial handle features an improved thicker and rounded bolster for increased comfort and balance. Each knife takes more than 100 steps and 42 days to create. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, a city renowned for its highest quality cutlery production.