Tojiro Zen Black 8" Chef (Gyuto) NZ-662 A sturdy blade of D2

A sturdy blade of D2 tool steel

where it locks securely via the Compression Lock® mechanism

but is treated with an anodized black oxide finish for additional protection

Zen is imported exclusively by Seattle Cutlery

Tojiro Zen Black 8" Chef (Gyuto) NZ-662 A sturdy blade of D2Tojiros Zen series is forged in Tsubame, Japan, and features the same design, chestnut handle, and fine craftsmanship as the premium Shippu series, but utilizes three layer san mai construction for strength instead of Damascus steel. Like the rest of Tojiros premium traditional lines, Zen is imported exclusively by Seattle Cutlery. Zen Black uses the same blade and handle as Zen but is treated with an anodized black oxide finish for additional