Birchwood 7 inch Rocking Santoku KnifeMiyabi Knives Item: 1019494 $349.99 In Stock Quantity discounts available QuantityPrice -+ Add to Cart Details + Dimensions Blade Dimensions: 7" / 17.8 cmHardening done in a state-of-the-art vacuum furnaceRapid-quenching to room temperature in secondsCryogenic treatment at -321° F to enhance the corrosion resistanceDouble tempering to improve toughnessTraditional 3-step Honbazuke hand-honed edgeFully rounded spineKarelian (Masur) Birch handleMosaic pinTwo red spacersEnd cap with logoSee More +See Less - Description More than meets the eye, the potent core of SG2 micro-carbide powder steel is protected by 100 layers of steel. Miyabi's innovative, ice-hardening process locks in the long-lasting sharpness of the Cryodur blades. Beneath its beautiful exterior, the flower Damascus pattern provides added durability.The scalpel-like blade is complemented by an equally striking Karelian (Masur) Birch handle. A prized material for knife handles, Karelian Birch is also the only wood ever used in a Faberge egg. Exquisite and ergonomic, Miyabi Birchwood knives feel as good as they look.Handcrafted in Seki, Japan.See More +See Less -