Miyabi Black 5000MCD67 Paring Knife 3.5 in
- 3.5 inch paring knife, straight blade, fine edge
- MC66 micro-carbide powder steel, 66 HRC
- 132 layers of steel, flower Damascus pattern
- D-shaped black ash handle
- Ambidextrous design
- Hand wash care instruction
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
Last refreshed Sep 25, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A hard micro-carbide paring knife with a Damascus pattern, a D-shaped handle and an ambidextrous design. The listing calls for hand washing.
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ASIN: B0759TZYH8Category: Paring Knives
Overview
A cook who wants a small Japanese paring knife for peeling and detail work gets this Miyabi Black blade, powder steel hardened by ice and wrapped in Damascus layers, on a D-shaped black ash handle.
Reason to buy is steel hardness and finish in a small knife, handcrafted in Seki and shaped for fine control. The limitation is the care routine, since the listing asks for hand washing, and the edge angle is not given.
Who it's for
Left and right handed cooks who peel, trim and carve small items get an ambidextrous blade. Those who skip hand washing, or who prefer a rugged knife for rough jobs, should choose something simpler.
Pros and cons
- Very hard micro-carbide steel
- Flower Damascus pattern
- D-shaped black ash handle
- Handcrafted in Japan
- Hand wash care only
- Edge angle not listed
- Short blade limits larger tasks
Performance notes
The very hard steel from ice hardening resists wear at the edge, and a straight blade shape with a fine edge gives close control for peeling. The D-shaped handle is described as supporting fatigue-free cutting. The listing calls for hand washing.
Specifications
| Brand | MIYABI |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 3.5 inches |
| Item Length | 7.99 incheshigher than 52% of 76 paring knives |
| Hand orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | MC66 MicroCarbide powder steel |
| Construction Type | 132 additional layers, flower Damascus |
| Handle Material | Black ash, D-shaped |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Fine edge |
| Blade shape | Straight |
| Hardness | 66 HRC |
| Care | Hand wash |
| Country of origin | Seki, Japan, handcrafted |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I clean the Miyabi Black 5000MCD67 paring knife?
The listed care instruction is hand wash.
Is the Miyabi Black 5000MCD67 paring knife left or right handed?
It is listed as ambidextrous, so it suits either hand.
What makes the pattern on the Miyabi Black paring knife?
The blade is wrapped in 132 additional layers of steel, which create the flower Damascus pattern.
What can I use the Miyabi Black paring knife for?
The listing names general kitchen tasks, peeling and carving.