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The double FRIODUR ice-hardened blade provides improved corrosion resistance and exceptional durability. Each blade is hand-honed using the Honbazuke method for precise, razor-sharp performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is balanced by a substantial D-shaped handle made of black pakkawood. Designed for comfort and control, the ergonomic handle features a mosaic pin and a rounded bolster for enhanced balance and fatigue-free cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFC61 steel core with fine carbide distribution for durability and sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtected by 48 layers of Damascus steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble ice-hardened FRIODUR blade for long-lasting edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-honed Honbazuke edge (9.5–12°)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic thin Japanese blade profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic black pakkawood handle with mosaic pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded bolster for improved comfort and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Seki, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem No.: 34680-243\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Black Matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry Of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: FC61\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Type: Concealed Tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Type: Fine Edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Finishing: Honbazuke Edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturing Method: Welded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Hardness: 60–62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Color: Black Matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Material: Pakkawood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet Weight: 0.41 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Length: 15.00 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Width: 0.98 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Height: 1.30 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 9.45 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Length: 5.31 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Width: 0.98 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 0.04 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.04 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e - 1019585 - 0 - B232-1","published_at":"2026-03-20T15:51:38-04:00","created_at":"2026-03-20T15:51:38-04:00","vendor":"Henckels","type":"Slicing Knives","tags":["Brand_Henckels","Category_Slicing \u0026 Carving Knives","Color_","Country_","Customization_","ItemType_Slicing Knives","Sale_"],"price":18995,"price_min":18995,"price_max":18995,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":23700,"compare_at_price_min":23700,"compare_at_price_max":23700,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":48557923696868,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1019585","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"Henckels Miyabi Kaizen II - 9.5\" Slicing Knife","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":18995,"weight":907,"compare_at_price":23700,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"035886362638","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/www.chefsarsenal.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/34680-241-0_1.jpg?v=1774284783"],"featured_image":"\/\/www.chefsarsenal.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/34680-241-0_1.jpg?v=1774284783","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":69189414748388,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":651,"width":651,"src":"\/\/www.chefsarsenal.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/34680-241-0_1.jpg?v=1774284783"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":651,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.chefsarsenal.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/34680-241-0_1.jpg?v=1774284783","width":651}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe long, thin blade of this 9.5-inch slicing\/carving knife makes it easy to slice and serve large cuts of poultry, ham, meat, and fish with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMIYABI moves one step closer to perfection with Kaizen II—Japanese for “improvement” or \"change for the better.\" Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, a city renowned for exceptional cutlery, the Kaizen II collection combines traditional craftsmanship with advanced hardening technology and modern design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core, forged from resilient FC61 super steel, is protected by 48 layers of stainless steel, creating a stunning Damascus pattern enhanced through acid dipping. The double FRIODUR ice-hardened blade provides improved corrosion resistance and exceptional durability. Each blade is hand-honed using the Honbazuke method for precise, razor-sharp performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is balanced by a substantial D-shaped handle made of black pakkawood. Designed for comfort and control, the ergonomic handle features a mosaic pin and a rounded bolster for enhanced balance and fatigue-free cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFC61 steel core with fine carbide distribution for durability and sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtected by 48 layers of Damascus steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble ice-hardened FRIODUR blade for long-lasting edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-honed Honbazuke edge (9.5–12°)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic thin Japanese blade profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic black pakkawood handle with mosaic pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded bolster for improved comfort and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Seki, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem No.: 34680-243\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Black Matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry Of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: FC61\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Type: Concealed Tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Type: Fine Edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Finishing: Honbazuke Edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturing Method: Welded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Hardness: 60–62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Color: Black Matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Material: Pakkawood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet Weight: 0.41 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Length: 15.00 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Width: 0.98 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Height: 1.30 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 9.45 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Length: 5.31 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Width: 0.98 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 0.04 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.04 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e - 1019585 - 0 - B232-1"}