Miyabi Black - Chef's Knife

Experience the power of extraordinary steel with MIYABI Black. Exquisite Japanese craftsmanship merges with expert German engineering for the ultimate kitchen knives. This 8-inch chef’s knife is perfect for all kitchen tasks. Mince shallots, dice apples, slice pork tenderloin, and chop potatoes confidently and effortlessly with this versatile blade.

Featuring an ultra-premium micro-carbide MC66 steel core protected by 132 layers, MIYABI Black knives feature scalpel-like precision and impressive cutting edge retention and corrosion resistance. MIYABI’s innovative, ice-hardening process locks in the long-lasting sharpness of these CRYODUR® blades.

Beautiful to behold, the stunning flower Damascus pattern provides superior durability. Effortless to hold, the classic Japanese “D”-shape handle offers fatigue-free cutting. The striking handle matches the caliber of the blade. Made of splendidly swirled burls from North American Bigleaf maple, each handle is elegantly unique.

• ZDP-189 (MC66) extremely fine-ground powder steel core protected by 133-layer flower  
• Damascus design  
• Katana edge is hand-honed using the historic 3-step Honbazuke method to an exceptionally sharp 9.5° to 12°  
• Ice-hardened CRYODUR® blade is razor-sharp and durable – 66 Rockwell hardness  
• Authentic, thin Japanese blade profile  
• Traditional Japanese “D”-shape handle with rounded spine and heel provides a comfortable grip  
• Bigleaf maple burl wood handle dyed black with metal embossed logo endcap is elegantly ergonomic  
• Hand wash only  
• Handcrafted in Seki, Japan