MIYABI
Artisan
9.5-inch, Kiritsuke Knife
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Description
This kiritsuke is an all-purpose knife traditionally used only by the Executive Chef in Japanese kitchens. This double-beveled knife with angled tip is best suited to Japanese push or pull cuts and is a great sashimi knife, as it offers the finest in precision cutting. Its straighter edge makes it the ideal knife for chopping and dicing fruits and vegetables.
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
Specifications
- Item no. 34079-243
- Color: brown
- Country of origin: Japan
- Substance: MC63
- Type of handle: concealed tang
- Type of edge: fine edge
- Edge finishing: Honbazuke edge
- Manufacturing method: welded
- Blade hardness (HRC): 63 HRC
- Colour handle: brown
- Substance handle: pakka Wood
- Net weight: 0.44 lbs
- Blade length: 9.45 in
ARTISAN 6000MCT
Hand-made in Seki, Japan, MIYABI ARTISAN 6000MCT knives are crafted from the most precious materials, for an elegant profile and exquisite comfort in hand. The potent core of SG2 micro-carbide powdered steel is layered in a Tsuchime finish, for an exquisite, hand-hammered effect. Recognized as some of the sharpest knives in the industry, MIYABI Japanese cutlery is made to last a lifetime.
AUTHENTIC JAPANESE BLADE
The authentic, thin Japanese blade profile and full tang construction provides perfect balance and cutting performance.
SCALPEL-LIKE SHARPNESS
Hand-honed using the three-step Honbazuke process, the knife edge boasts scalpel-like sharpness. The ice-hardened CRYODUR® blade offers exceptional corrosion resistance.
UNIQUE HANDLE
The ergonomic D-shaped Cocobolo handle includes brass and red spacers, a mosaic pin, and a stainless-steel end cap.
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