Summary
Miyabi’s limited-edition Iki collection combines unparalleled performance with expert craftsmanship. Forged from 49 layers of advanced carbon steel, each blade is hand honed using a classic Honbazuke process with a true katana edge – an homage to the samurai swords made centuries ago in Seki, Japan. The knives are ice-hardened with a patented technique for exceptional corrosion-resistance and masterfully finished with the company’s Moonlight Damascus pattern. The hand-carved maple burlwood handles are individually designed to complement the unique silhouette of the blades, ensuring perfect balance and comfort in hand. This paring knife features a compact spearpoint tip, making it ideal for peeling, slicing, trimming and dicing.
- Made of advanced high-carbon 49-layer MC66 steel.
- Micro-carbide distribution creates razor-sharp blade with Rockwell hardness 66.
- Double ice-hardened blade provides exceptional durability, corrosion-resistance and edge-retention.
- Hand honed using traditional Honbazuke method to ultra-sharp 9.5–12-degree angle.
- Authentic thin Japanese blade profile allows lightweight handling for precise control.
- Expertly finished with Moonlight Damascus pattern and shinogi grind at tip.
- Hand-carved maple burlwood handle is uniquely designed to complement blade shape.
Dimensions & More Info
- 3 1/2" blade, 4" handle.
- 5 oz.
- Made in Japan.
Use & Care
Use
- Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
- Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal and glass.
- It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.
Care
- Hand-wash with warm water and mild detergent.
- Rinse thoroughly and dry immediately.
- Maintain cutting edge by regularly using honing steel.
- Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing, knife should not need sharpening more than once or twice per year.
- Sharpen knife using whetstone or knife sharpener, or have it sharpened by a professional.
- Store knife in safe place to protect edge and prevent injury.
