A step above Kaizen, the Kaizen 2 is made with FC61 steel which is extremely durable and a bit harder than the VG10 steel previously used. Made in Seki Japan, the Kaizen 2 also boasts all the qualities associated with Japanese knives, including sharper, more acute angle, thinner blade, and half bolster. The black pakkawood handle is D shaped which is also typical of Japanese design, and fits perfectly in the hand. Love the improvements in this knife and look forward to adding more to my collection.
I like this blade because its a little longer than the average chefs knife but not too big. The Pakkawood handle is very comfortable with the thicker than average D shaped handle. The Damascus style blade is beautiful to look at. The artistry in the layers highlights the Japanese craftsmanship put into this knife. The blade goes through a double hardening process giving a very sharp and durable blade with a very thin profile. It gives straight thin slices and cuts with ease.
Tremendous balance for such a meaty knife. Gyutoh made of micro-carbide premium Japanese steel. Real wood...bulbous handle fits well. Great, unique pattern on each one.
This knife has a great beauty that can be seen in every aspect of the design. The handle is very comfortable to use with it's slight curve that fits into my hand well. The blade has a intricate design that mimics the design of the handle. I love using this longer chef's knife because it gets through anything I can think of as well as being really sharp.
This chef knife is made for a very high quality steel and layered with the Damascus pattern. The "D" shaped handle fits so well in all hands. This is truly a Japanese knife you need.
The extra length on a long chef's knife is great for additional reach while cutting larger quantities of meats and vegetables. The Kaizen II handle has been designed to provide a properly balanced and well weighted feel. The super sharp FC61 core blade edge will retain it's sharp edge use after use.
This extended length chef is the best I've ever used, I cannot believe how easily this knife cuts! if I didn't know better I'd say it was a razor because its razor sharp, razor thin and cuts like a razor! the lovely damascus pattern serves to make this incredibly sharp knife incredibly sharp in appearance as well!