
MIYABI 5000 MCD - 23 cm (9-in) Sharpening steel
Dishwasher Safe : No
Specifications
- Country of Origin : Japan 🇯🇵
- Color: brown
- Substance: MC63
- Type of handle: concealed tang
- Colour handle: brown
- Substance handle: birch
- Net weight: 0.21 kg / 0.46 lbs
- Length of product: 23 cm / 9.06 in
- Width of product: 2.3 cm / 0.91 in
- Height of product: 4.7 cm / 1.85 in
- Blade thickness: 0.2 cm / 0.08 in
Care and Maintenance
Taking good care of your handmade knife is essential to ensure its longevity and maintain its cutting performance. Here are some care and maintenance suggestions:
Safe Handling:
- Handle the knife with caution, as it is extremely sharp. Always be mindful of your fingers and avoid contact with the blade's edge.
- Keep the knife out of the reach of children to prevent accidents or injuries.
Proper Use:
- Limit the knife's usage to cooking purposes only. Avoid using it for tasks like opening cans or boxes, which can damage the blade.
Cleaning:
- After each use, hand wash the knife using mild dish soap and warm water. Avoid harsh detergents or abrasive cleaners that can damage the blade or handle.
- Carefully clean both sides of the blade, the handle, and any other exposed parts.
- Rinse the knife thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
Drying:
- Dry the knife immediately after washing to prevent moisture buildup, which can lead to rust.
- Use a soft, clean cloth to wipe the blade and handle completely dry. Ensure there are no water spots left.
Storage:
- Store the knife in a safe and dry place, away from moisture and humidity.
- Consider using a knife sheath or blade guard to protect the blade from accidental damage and to prevent injuries when retrieving or storing the knife.
Sharpening:
- To maintain satisfactory cutting performance, it is recommended to re-sharpen the knife once or twice per month. However, this frequency may vary depending on the knife's usage and your personal preference.
- Use a sharpening stone or honing rod designed for kitchen knives to restore the blade's sharpness. Follow the manufacturer's instructions or seek guidance from a professional if you're unsure about the sharpening process.
By following these care and maintenance practices, you can ensure that your handmade knife remains sharp, safe to use, and lasts for a long time.
More details
Top-of-the-line MIYABI Birchwood is a work of culinary art. Both blade and handle are crafted from the most precious materials, which shape their striking appearance. More than meets the eye, the potent core of SG2 micro-carbide powder steel is protected by 100 layers of steel. MIYABI's innovative, ice-hardening process locks in the long-lasting sharpness of the CRYODUR blades. Beneath its beautiful exterior, the flower Damascus pattern provides added durability. The blade is complemented by an equally striking Karelian (Masur) Birch handle. A prized material for knife handles, Karelian Birch is also the only wood ever used in a Faberge egg. Exquisite and ergonomic, MIYABI Birchwood knives feel as good as they look. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
- 9" long
- Tungsten Carbide
- Traditional Japanese Karelian (Masur) Birch handle
- Hand wash only
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
- Traditional Japanese Karelian (Masur) Birch handle
- Rounded spine and heel
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
MIYABI 5000 MCD - 23 cm (9-in) Sharpening steel
The MIYABI Birchwood knife embodies the essence of culinary craftsmanship. Its blade and handle are expertly fashioned from premium materials, lending to its striking aesthetic. Beyond its visual allure, the robust SG2 micro-carbide powder steel core is safeguarded by multiple layers of steel. Through MIYABI's groundbreaking ice-hardening technique, the CRYODUR blades maintain their sharpness for extended periods, ensuring sustained cutting precision.
- Made in Japan
- Premium micro-carbide powder steel blade
- Ergonomic birchwood handle

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I finally managed to procure this Miyabi Birchwood honing steel to match the Birchwood knife set I had.For some reason these steels, unlike their knives aren’t available in Australia.Very good price , which was inclusive of shipping from U.S.A.Photo shows handle after a few applications of oil, which not only enriches the colour of the wood but makes it water repellent as well.Arrived earlier than expected.Amazon online shopping, customer service from their staff at call centres, response time to telephone call requests has been unequalled.Cannot speak highly enough about them.UPDATE: I’ve used this steel on my knives since my original review. AMAZING ! Absolutely worth its price.
I got exactly what I wanted to match my Miyabi Birchwood 8" Chef's Knife. The product arrived in fantastic condition and despite some of the other reviews the packaging did it's job. I was able to immediately use the product and store it safely in my own personal storage as such should be done for high quality utensils and tools.
The quality and looks are amazing!
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I’m a salmon and trout angler. I was happy with using this tool to pin bone pink salmon as it was able to pull two out at a time. I tried it on a fresh chinook last night though and wasn’t very impressed, I think needle nose pliers would have been more effective.

Received my carbon stainless steel wok extremely fast , customer support Natalie was extremely helpful with my questions and even provided resources to help me. 10/10, amazing site I can't believe I was hesitant at first. Will definitely be buying again from here, much better than big box stores - extremely high quality product.

Outstanding service. Super fast delivery. Awesome quality knife. Everything as advertised. TOP GUN!

Amazing knife set. Even the siccors is super sharp.

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The Hayami 130 arrived promptly and very sharp, one of the sharpest knives I've ever received from a vendor. It's convenient to have it razor sharp out of the box. I use petty knives a lot, just above my use of the cleaver. This knife is beautiful and extremely functional. The next petty knife will be about 100mm.

Super knife . Shipping was fast . Got them after a couple of days only to Montreal

Great product great company.Great service, very happy, quit shipping.Great packagi could do

My partner and I were so amazed by how we can already slice our fruits and vegetables with ease. We plan to collect all knife types!

It's like cutting through a cloud. Worth the money.

Perfect knife size for an all purpose kitchen knife and high quality. Light and sharp, has become my favorite knife. Customer service top notch when finding a sheath to protect and fit the knife.

Very good. I bought two one for my son and one for me. I treated with beeswax and am waiting for it it sink well in!!
It is good leather!

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Honestly, it's a good product for the price!
But I would recommand to put some flax oil (or mineral) on the handle before use.

Love the handle holds well in my hand , nice and sharp ! Photo attached of me using it during a love cook really impressed by this one