Description
MIYABI KOH 4000FC 5.5-Inch Shotoh invites you to a fascinating encounter with the tradition-steeped knife craftsmanship of East Asia, uniting exceptional beauty and sharpness in every detail. The blade is fabricated from revolutionary FC61 fine carbide stainless steel, ice-hardened with FRIODURx2 for 61 HRC hardness, exceptional durability, cutting edge retention, and corrosion resistance. Hand-honed using the Honbazuke method to a precise 9.5 to 12 degree edge angle, the mirror-polished blade features a sandblasted katana edge and embossed MIYABI logo as authentic Japanese design details. Typically used to chop, peel, and clean fruit and vegetables, this shotoh is perfectly complemented by its octagon-shaped impregnated Pakka wood handle with mosaic pin, rounded spine, and heel for tireless, comfortable cutting. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, uniting finest East-Asian craftsmanship and German engineering expertise from Solingen.
Key Features
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FC61 Fine Carbide Stainless Steel: Revolutionary steel with great hardness for an incredibly fine Katana-edge cut, high sharpness, and outstanding edge holding ability
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FRIODURx2 Ice-Hardened Blade: 61 HRC hardness for exceptional durability, cutting edge retention, and corrosion resistance
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Hand-Honed Honbazuke Edge: Scalpel-like sharpness with an authentic thin Japanese blade profile at a 9.5 to 12 degree edge angle
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Mirror-Polished Blade: Sandblasted katana edge and embossed MIYABI logo for distinctive Japanese design details
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Octagon-Shaped Pakka Wood Handle: Impregnated, dimensionally stable Pakka wood with mosaic pin nestles safely and comfortably in the hand
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Rounded Spine and Heel: Ensures tireless, fatigue-free cutting during extended kitchen sessions
- Hand Wash Only
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
Technical Information
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Blade Length: 14 cm / 5.51 in
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Handle Length: 12 cm / 4.72 in
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Handle Width: 1.7 cm / 0.67 in
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Product Length: 27 cm / 10.63 in
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Blade Material: FC61 Fine Carbide Stainless Steel
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Blade Hardness: 61 HRC
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Edge Type: Fine Edge, Honbazuke Edge
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Edge Angle: 9.5 to 12 degrees per side
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Manufacturing Method: Welded
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Handle Material: Pakka Wood (Brown)
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Handle Type: Concealed Tang
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Net Weight: 0.095 kg / 0.21 lb
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Country of Origin: Japan (Seki)
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Item No.: 33951-141
