I have been a fan of Miyabi for years, and have very much enjoyed knives of the Kaizen II and Birchwood SG2 Lines.  I was not sure that the price premium for the Black line would be a good value; however, it certainly is.  This knife is so comfortable in the hand with perfectly manicured transitions, great balance, and the matte-finish Damascus steel resists slippage, even when wet.  Obviously, this knife is extremely sharp, and been holding a great edge so far.  Miyabi did it again, I truly enjoy this knife!