Compare Miyabi Black Bread Knife, 9 1/2"

Miyabi Black knives combine exceptional Japanese craftsmanship with superior German engineering and stunning modern design. Each one features a core of micro-carbide powdered MC66 steel, ice-hardened to an impressive 66 on the Rockwell scale. It's protected by 132 layers of Damascus stainless steel that also create the blade's intricate floral pattern. The scalpel-like knife edges are hand sharpened using the traditional three-step Honbazuke method. Designed for comfort and control, the ergonomic D-shaped handles are made of black-leaf maple burl dyed to resemble black ash. This Japanese-made serrated bread knife is ideal for slicing through crispy crusts without tearing the delicate interiors. Blade has a core forged of proprietary MC66 micro-carbide powdered steel. Protected by 132 layers of Damascus stainless steel that create intricate floral pattern. Authentic thin Japanese blade profile enables lightweight handling for precise control. Fine carbide distribution produces razor-sharp blade with Rockwell hardness of 66. Double ice-hardened Cryodur blade offers long-lasting durability, corrosion resistance and edge retention. Blade is hand honed to exceptionally sharp angle using traditional three-step Honbazuke method. Black-leaf maple handle has unique grain, dyed black ash hue and mosaic pin. Ergonomic D-shaped handle provides comfort and control. Steel endcap features embossed logo. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan – a city renowned for producing high-quality cutlery.