Description
MIYABI Birchwood 5000MCD 8-inch Gyutoh is a knife of exceptional cutting strength, impressive for its relatively thin yet stable blade with an authentic Japanese profile. The cutting edge is Honbazuke-honed symmetrically at an angle of 19 degrees using the three-step process to a 9.5 to 12 degree edge, providing incredible sharpness for even the finest work. The blade consists of a Micro Carbide MC63 (SG2) powder steel core embedded in 100 further layers of steel, creating the distinctive 101-layer Flower Damascus pattern with katana edge that makes every knife in this range truly unique. The CRYODUR blade is ice-hardened at -196 degrees Celsius in a special process, ensuring a hardness of approximately 63 Rockwell. The D-shaped handle is made from beautiful Masur birch, characterised by its unique pattern of changing lines and stripes. Thanks to its perfect balance, the handle ensures effortless and effective working with maximum control while cutting. Hand wash only. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan.
Key Features
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SG2 Micro-Carbide Powder Steel (MC63): Exceptional sharpness and cutting edge retention
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101-Layer Flower Damascus: 100 layers of steel surrounding the MC63 core create a unique floral Damascus pattern with katana edge
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CRYODUR Ice-Hardened Blade: Ice-hardened at -196°C to approximately 63 Rockwell Hardness
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Honbazuke Edge: Three-step hand-honing to a 9.5 to 12 degree angle (19 degrees total) for razor-like sharpness
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Authentic Thin Japanese Blade Profile: Thin yet stable for precise, controlled cuts
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Masur Birch Handle: Traditional D-shaped Karelian birch with a unique pattern of changing lines and stripes for perfect balance and fatigue-free cutting
- Hand Wash Only
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
Technical Information
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Collection: Birchwood 5000MCD
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Material: SG2 Micro-Carbide Powder Steel (MC63), 101-Layer Flower Damascus
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Handle Material: Masur Birch (Karelian Birch)
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Handle Colour: Brown
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Handle Type: Concealed Tang
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Edge Type: Fine Edge, Honbazuke Edge
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Edge Angle: 9.5 to 12 degrees per side (19 degrees total)
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Manufacturing Method: Welded
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Blade Hardness: 63 HRC (approx. Rockwell 63)
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Blade Length: 20 cm / 7.87 in
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Blade Width: 0.2 cm / 0.08 in
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Blade Thickness: 0.2 cm / 0.08 in
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Handle Length: 13.7 cm / 5.39 in
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Handle Width: 2.3 cm / 0.91 in
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Total Length: 33.6 cm / 13.23 in
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Width: 2.2 cm / 0.87 in
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Height: 4.7 cm / 1.85 in
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Net Weight: 0.174 kg / 0.38 lbs
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Country of Origin: Japan (Seki)
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Item No.: 34373-201
