Misono 440 Chinese Cleaver 8.6"

Features Style:Cleaver Steel Type:Stain-Resistant Steel Steel Material:440 16Cr. Molybdenum Saya Cover:Not Included Knife Bevel:50/50 Handle Material:Hardwood HRC:58 - 59 Blade Width (Widest part of the blade) in inches: 3.75   About Misono 440 CleaverThe Misono 440 Chinese Cleaver is created from one of Misono's most popular lines. It is constructed out of molybdenum steel and a water resistant wooden handle. The amount of chromium is increased from 13% to 16% for the 440 line in order to achieve longer-lasting edge retention than the Misono Molybdenum line. Chinese cleavers are excellent all-purpose kitchen knives, ideal for slicing boneless meats and vegetables, crushing spices, and moving ingredients from the cutting board to the pan. The curve of the water-resistant wood handle is designed to fit comfortably in the user's hand, making it popular among those who prefer thinner handles. Misono's famously thin and sharp knives are hand finished and inspected to ensure the highest q