Spyderco Minarai Funayuki Kitchen Knives 6.41in 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. Literally translated as 'ship going' this versatile pattern was extremely popular with fishermen. It excels at chopping draw-cutting and other general kitchen tasks. Specifications for Spyderco Minarai Funayuki Kitchen Knives by Murray Carter: Manufacturer: Spyderco Blade Length: 6.41 in Overall Length: 11.03 in Blade Material: CTS BD1N Knife Application: Kitchen Knife Handle Color: Black Handle Finish: Satin Blade Grind: Full-Flat Blade Thickness: 0.066 in Handle Material: Polypropylene Weight: 2.6 oz Sheath Material: No Sheath Quantity: 1 Fabric/Material: Steel Blade Type: Plain Package Contents: Spyderco Minarai Funayuki Kitchen Knives by Murray Carter Spyderco K16PBK: Minarai Funayuki Kitchen Knives 6.41in CTS BD1N Steel PlainEdge Polypropylene Handle