A symbiosis of elegant design, latest technology and centuries-old knife-making art. Miaybi 5000FCD blades are formed by 49 layers of steel with a Rockwell hardness of approximately 61. The black Pakka Wood handle is wonderfully balanced and features a steel end cap with decorative pin and ring. FC61 steel core FRIODUR® ice-hardened for hardness, corrosion-resistance and material elasticity Symmetrically honed cutting edge Ergonomically shaped handle