The 8" chef is one of, if not the most used in the kitchen. Because of this fact you will want a chef knife that you feel comfortable with both in size and in the feel of it in your hand. The 8" is the pefect size for most people and the traditional D-shape handle on this line, feels like it was made especially for you. This means that you can work in the kitchen and not get fatigued in your hands. The FC61 steel plus the special ice-hardening makes these knives very sharp and ensures they will retain their sharpness.
This is the most beautiful and best knife I have ever used! The bade is so gorgeous with the design and it is super sharp. I also love the handle because it is shaped to my hand. The knife isn't super heavy, but still has some weight to it. I think if perfection were a knife, this would be it.
Hard steel core wrapped many times to create Damascus-look. Super sharp and stays that way. Very cool contrast in blade. Pakka wood handle just adds to package!
I love this Miyabi Kaizen 2 Chef knife. It is not only beautiful to the eye, but it is made with FC61 steel and is very sharp. The "D" shaped blade fits well in my hand it makes vegetable cuts and fine cuts on fish very easy.
I love the attention to detail on this knife. From the smooth transition between blade and handle. to the beautiful damascus layers protecting the razor sharp cutting steel this knife is IT. As a traditional shaped chef knife it will get plenty of use in my kitchen. Meant to last a lifetime, the cutting edge certainly stays sharp and smooth unlike other Japanese brands that seem to nick a lot.
The Kaizen II Chef's knife is going to be one of the strongest and sharpest knives you will ever own due to the FC61 steel core. The composite of this steel allows it to be honed to a razor sharp edge and remain that way use after use. The core is covered in 48 layers of steel to create a unique damascus pattern. With a traditional Japanese Pakka wood handle the weight and grip of this handle matches the strength and beauty of the blade.