Miyabi Birchwood - 9" Tungsten Sharpening Steel - Made in Seki City, Japan

The Miyabi Birchwood Series combines art with traditional Japanese craftsmanship for an exquisite knife series that gives functionality with an unprecedented appearance/look. 

Each knife is hand-honed but maintains a traditional katana edge, which provides tribute to the samurai swords made in Seki, Japan centuries ago. Beneath its beautiful exterior, the flower Damascus pattern provides added durability.

A sophisticated 6-step ice hardening technique unlocks the steel's full potential guaranteeing these CRYODUR blades boast remarkable initial sharpness, cutting edge retention, and corrosion resistance. 

This knife is a Miyabi Birchwood 9" Tungsten Sharpening Steel.

*Due to the nature of the natural materials in the handle, there can be variation in Birchwood appearance. 

• G2 micro-carbide powder steel
• Hand-honed using the three-step Honbazuke process to a 9.5 to 12 degree edge
• 101-layer flower Damascus design with katana edge
• Rounded spine and heel for ease of long-term use
• Traditional Japanese Karelian (Masur) Birch handle with a traditional feel
• Made in Seki City, Japan and includes a lifetime warranty.