TAKAHIRO MIYAZAKI - Gyotu - Fish and Meat Knife with Wenge Handle 8"

TAKAHIRO MIYAZAKI Ken is the Japanese word for sword. Sword smiths were famous for producing items with outstanding properties. The knowledge of the sword smiths' craft is incorporated into our Ken series.

Blade shapes proven over centuries make the knives in the Miyazaki Ken series perfect tools for any kitchen. The visible marks of the forging hammer on the blade surface create an attractive contrast to the highly polished cutting edge. The strong visual contrast – a stylistic device often used in Far Eastern art – also has a practical advantage: the indentations created by the forging hammer in the upper area reduce the surface and thus the friction, allowing the blade to glide effortlessly through the food. The steel, with its carbon content, is excellently suited for chef's knives, as it can be ground very finely, allowing for a very sharp edge without compromising edge retention. Since little chrome has been alloyed, the steel is not stainless but rather stain-resistant. Cleaning after use and oiling largely offsets this apparent disadvantage.

The traditional design of the wenge wood handle with its blackened cast iron bolster makes the knife a beautiful and eye-catching piece in any kitchen. Our principle that form must be subordinate to function is particularly evident in the user-friendly handle shapes. The knives come in a wooden gift box. After use, it is advisable to clean the knives to minimize tarnishing of the steel.