Premium Miyabi Birchwood SG2 9-inch Japanese Slicing Knife – Handcrafted in Seki, Japan

Experience the art of Japanese knife craftsmanship with the top-of-the-line Miyabi Birchwood SG2 9-inch slicing knife. Crafted from the finest materials, this exquisite knife boasts a potent core of high-carbon SG2 micro-carbide powder steel, encased in 100 layers of steel to create a striking 101-layer flower Damascus pattern. The CRYODUR ice-hardening process ensures the blade retains its exceptional sharpness, achieving a Rockwell hardness of 63. The thin, authentic Japanese blade profile is hand-honed to a precise 9.5 to 12 degree edge using the traditional three-step Honbazuke process. Paired with a beautiful Karelian Birch handle, known for its ergonomic feel and prized for its use in Faberge eggs, this handcrafted knife from Seki, Japan is both a work of art and a culinary essential. Its unique combination of beauty, durability, and performance makes it a must-have for professional chefs and knife enthusiasts alike.