In simple terms, ZDP 189 steel is a Japanese made knife material that’s very hard for everyday household use. ZDP 189 steel knives are popular because of their unique component elements and Powder Metallurgy manufacture, which joins high ratios of quality knife ingredients like chromium and carbon in the steel.​

Migaki (Polished) line of knives feature beautiful edge geometry and are quite thin behind the edge and at the spine. They have an excellent cutting feel and are light and feel very nimble and comfortable in the hand.