- Is this knife worth it over the Miyabi Kaizen II?
- The 5000MCD67 uses a harder MC63 powder-steel core and more elaborate cladding, so it holds an edge longer and looks more refined. The Kaizen II is the more forgiving, lower-cost choice for daily abuse.
- Can I cut bones or frozen food with it?
- No. The thin, hard edge is prone to chipping on bones, frozen food and hard crusts. Use a heavier knife for those jobs.
- Does it need special care?
- Hand wash and dry it right away, and oil the ash handle occasionally. Avoid the dishwasher and hard glass or stone boards.
- What is the blade made of?
- A MicroCarbide MC63 powder-steel core hardened to about 63 HRC, clad in 100 layers of steel and finished with a honbazuke edge.
- What is in the box?
- The 8-inch chef's knife only. No saya or sharpening stone is included.
- Is it suitable for left-handed users?
- The blade is symmetric, so it cuts the same for either hand. The handle is shaped for right-handed use but most left-handers find it comfortable.
- Where is the Miyabi Black 5000MCD67 8-inch Chef's Knife cheapest?
- At Zwilling, for $369.99, as of our latest check.