Spyderco Minarai Nakiri Kitchen Knives 7.26in CTS BD1N Steel PlainEdge Polypropylene Handle. The newest additions to this proud family of knives are his Minarai Series. Literally meaning 'to look and learn' minarai is a quintessentially Japanese way of describing the role of an apprentice. In that spirit the Minarai Series expresses five of Carters highly refined designs in an economical format featuring solid CTS BD1N stainless steel blades and injection-molded polypropylene handles. A remarkable fusion of time-tested traditional designs and state-of-the-art modern materials. Meaning 'vegetable cutter' this knifes unique rectangular shape and slightly upturned edge make it the perfect tool for precisely push-cutting all kinds of vegetables. The Nakiris blade shape also allows its length to remain consistent after years of sharpening. Specifications for Spyderco Minarai Nakiri Kitchen Knives by Murray Carter: Manufacturer: Spyderco Blade Length: 7.26 in Overall Length: 12.13 in Blade Material: CTS BD1N Knife Application: Kitchen Knife Handle Color: Black Handle Finish: Satin Blade Grind: Full-Flat Blade Thickness: 0.074 in Handle Material: Polypropylene Weight: 4.4 oz Sheath Material: No Sheath Quantity: 1 Fabric/Material: Steel Blade Type: Plain Package Contents: Spyderco Minarai Nakiri Kitchen Knives by Murray Carter Spyderco K17PBK: Minarai Nakiri Kitchen Knives 7.26in CTS BD1N Steel PlainEdge Polypropylene Handle