Zwilling Miyabi 5000FCD Shotoh paring knife 11 cm is ideal for cutting, cleaning and peeling fruit and vegetables. Shotoh has a hard fine carbide steel core which gives very good cutting edge retention and sharpness. The FC61 steel core of the blade is embedded in 48 outer layers of Damascus-design steel, giving each knife its unique pattern. The cutting edge is symmetrical (not single bevel) so it’s suitable for both right and left-handed use. The edge is Honbazuke-honed – a three-stage grinding, sharpening and polishing process resulting in razor-like sharpness. There is no finger guard so the whole length of the cutting edge can be used. The pakka wood handle seamlessly joins the half-bolster. The smooth join helps to prevent calluses forming on the thumb and forefinger. For best care, it’s recommended to hand wash only. Maintain and sharpen on a whetstone, and using glass, ceramic or stone cutting boards should be avoided as this can prematurely dull the cutting edge. Zwilling Miyabi 5000FCD shotoh paring knife made in Japan.