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Name: Miyabi Kaizen II Prep Knife, 5.25"
Uploaded: 05/30/2025
Channel: Sur La Table

Im traveling and can't check,but if you are worried about the blades shifting off center, you can relax. My son is a right handed professional chef and I'm a lefty serious cook. The knife works fine for both of us. The secret is in the angle at which the blade is sharpened.

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Why you'll love it

Designed to exacting standards, Kaizen II improves upon Miyabi’s popular Kaizen collection with the addition of FC61 super steel, redesigned pakkawood handles and a host of new, chef-friendly features. Literally "change for the better" in Japanese, kaizen isn’t just a word but a way of life—one our completely reinvented collection celebrates by combining the latest te... SKU 2403368

Product Features

Perfect for everything from cutting kitchen twine to slicing a tomato, this nimble prep knife packs incredible versatility into a small, easy-to-handle package
Expert artistry and groundbreaking technology meet in each handcrafted knife
Core of advanced FC61 super steel features fine carbide distribution, for a Rockwell hardness of 61 and excellent edge strength and retention
Fine carbide distribution results in a blade that holds an incredibly sharp angle, yet remains remarkably durable—with no risk of chipping during normal use
Each blade is hand-honed to a blisteringly sharp 9.5 to 12 degrees (because each blade is sharpened by hand, exact angle may vary slightly)
The 49 layers of stainless steel Damascus provide added strength and protection as well as beauty
Double Friodur hardening improves the microstructure of the steel for improved cutting performance, corrosion resistance and astonishing durability
Larger, redesigned bolster perfectly balances the blade for additional comfort while cutting
D-shaped pakkawood handles rest easily in the hand for a secure, comfortable grip
Decorative red spacer and a mosaic pin add an elegant touch
The Miyabi factory operates on a small scale with a high level of hand craftsmanship and industry-leading technical innovation
150 skilled artisans work to produce each heirloom-quality knife using the best materials available and requiring up to 151 rigorous production steps
Crafted in Seki City, Japan, a city with a legendary tradition of bladesmithing dating back to the 13th century

Specifications

Manufacturer: Miyabi
Material: High-carbon stainless steel, pakkawood
Dimensions: 5.25" blade, 10" overall length, 1.25" width
Warranty: Lifetime warranty
Made in Seki City, Japan exclusively for Sur La Table

What's in the box

Prep knife (sold individually)

Care & Usage

Hand wash only

Miyabi Kaizen II Prep Knife, 5.25"

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$139.95

Sugg.$176.00

Backorder

The expected stock date isWed Jun 11 2025.

Backorder

The expected stock date isWed Jun 11 2025.

Why you'll love it

Product Features

Perfect for everything from cutting kitchen twine to slicing a tomato, this nimble prep knife packs incredible versatility into a small, easy-to-handle package
Expert artistry and groundbreaking technology meet in each handcrafted knife
Core of advanced FC61 super steel features fine carbide distribution, for a Rockwell hardness of 61 and excellent edge strength and retention
Fine carbide distribution results in a blade that holds an incredibly sharp angle, yet remains remarkably durable—with no risk of chipping during normal use
Each blade is hand-honed to a blisteringly sharp 9.5 to 12 degrees (because each blade is sharpened by hand, exact angle may vary slightly)
The 49 layers of stainless steel Damascus provide added strength and protection as well as beauty
Double Friodur hardening improves the microstructure of the steel for improved cutting performance, corrosion resistance and astonishing durability
Larger, redesigned bolster perfectly balances the blade for additional comfort while cutting
D-shaped pakkawood handles rest easily in the hand for a secure, comfortable grip
Decorative red spacer and a mosaic pin add an elegant touch
The Miyabi factory operates on a small scale with a high level of hand craftsmanship and industry-leading technical innovation
150 skilled artisans work to produce each heirloom-quality knife using the best materials available and requiring up to 151 rigorous production steps
Crafted in Seki City, Japan, a city with a legendary tradition of bladesmithing dating back to the 13th century