Santoku means three virtues in Japanese referencing the multiple functions of this knife: chopping, mincing and dicingThe Miyabi Rosewood 6000MCT 18cm Santoku Knife is a multi-purpose knife that can perform various tasks. Best used for slicing meat and fish, mincing meat and herbs andchopping or dicing fruit and vegetables. Perfect for precision slicing fish for sashimi.Miyabi knives are authentically designed by Japanese artisans, reflecting a fusion of stunning aesthetics and exceptional functionality. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, these knives embody the artistry and dedication to quality synonymous with traditional Japanese knife-making. Each knife is meticulously handcrafted, taking over 40 days and 100+ steps to create, exemplifying the traditions and craftsmanship of Japanese sword makers.The Rosewood series Pakka Wood handle features a mosaic accent, brass and red spacers, and a stainless steel end cap with the logo. It looks beautiful and is comfortable to hold. Experience the perfect blend of Japanese tradition and precision engineering with the Miyabi 6000MCT Knife.Features:Core Material: Ultra-hard MC63 micro carbide powder steelCladding: Encased in two additional steel layers with a hand-hammered Tsuchime finishCRYODUR Blades: Hardened through a special process, including ice-hardening at -196C, achieving a hardness of approximately 66 HRCTsuchime Finish: The hammered surface creates air pockets, allowing food to release effortlessly after each cut, essential for precision slicing such as sashimi or carpaccioHonbazuke Technique: Each blade is hand-honed on both sides to achieve an ultra-sharp finish with a razor-sharp angle of 9.5 to 12 degreesRosewood Pakka Wood handleHandle features a mosaic accent, brass and red spacers, and a stainless steel end cap with the Miyabi logoErgonomics: Beautiful and comfortable to hold, enhancing the overall handling experienceGift BoxedTo find out the best knife to use for your next task at hand, how to sharpen and care for it, and why how your knife is produced is important, check ourBest Knife Guide Online blog post.