{"title":"Small Kitchen Knives","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover our collection of small Japanese kitchen knives, including Petty, Ajikiri, and other versatile prep knives. Designed for precision tasks like peeling, trimming, and detailed vegetable or fish work, these compact knives offer excellent control and accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kuro-uchi-ajikiri-100mm","title":"Yoshida Ajikiri SUJ-2 Kuro-uchi 100mm (3.9\") [Magnolia]","description":"\u003cp\u003eKuro-uchi Ajikiri is a small kitchen knife, suitable for all sorts of cutting tasks. In Japan it is mostly used for cutting smaller fish. Kuro-uchi series knives are traditional Japanese rustic knives. Its price is very affordable for the quality of a hand-forged knife. It is suitable for the first purchase of a traditional Japanese knife. The blade is forged in SUJ-2 steel, which offers incredible capacities, hardness is 63-64 HRC, and at the same time, the knife is very easy to resharpen. The blade needs some extra care. After the use rinse it well and dry it. The name of kuro-uchi refers to the final look of the blade, which is unprocessed on the top and has already developed a dark patina, which protects the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is made from Magnolia wood with a plastic ferrule. The handle does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e have the red sticker applied to it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshida Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38488666761,"sku":"03010732086","price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/YoshidaAjikiriSUJ-2Kuro-uchi100mm_3.9_Magnolia__03010732086_1.jpg?v=1752062665"},{"product_id":"kuro-uchi-utility-175mm","title":"Yoshida Utility SUJ-2 Kuro-uchi 175mm (6.9\") [Magnolia]","description":"\u003cp\u003eKuro-uchi Utility is a mid-sized kitchen knife suitable for all sorts of cutting tasks. \u003cbr\u003eKuro-uchi series knives are traditional Japanese rustic knives. Its price is very affordable for the quality of a hand-forged knife. It is suitable for the first purchase of a traditional Japanese knife.\u003cbr\u003eThe blade is forged in \u003cstrong\u003eSUJ-2 steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, which offers incredible capacities. The hardness is 63-64 HRC, and at the same time, the knife is very easy to resharpen. The blade needs some extra care. After use, rinse it well and dry it. The name \u003cem\u003ekuro-uchi\u003c\/em\u003e refers to the final look of the blade, which is unprocessed on the top and has already developed dark patina, which protects the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Utility Knife is an essential tool in any kitchen. With a medium-sized blade that's narrower than a chef's knife but wider than a paring knife, it can effortlessly handle a wide range of tasks. Whether you want to slice and dice or cut and trim, this knife bridges the gap between larger and smaller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eblades. It is ideal for everyday cooking needs because of its manageable size and precise control. Whether you're working with vegetables, fruits, or meats, the adaptability of the utility knife makes it a top choice for both professional chefs and home cooks who are looking for a reliable and versatile tool in the kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTEEL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade is forged from SUJ-2 steel, which offers impressive capabilities. With an above-average hardness of 63-64 HRC, it stays sharp for a very long time, but at the same time is easy to resharpen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❗ Because SUJ-2 steel does not contain a lot of chromium, such a blade will develop some patina during use. The advantage of this steel, however, is that it has a very fine, gentle sharpness, is easy to sharpen, and stays sharp for a very long time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ballistol-knife-maintenance-oil-50ml\" title=\"Knife maintenance oils\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"\/products\/ballistol-knife-maintenance-oil-50ml\"\u003eBallistol or Camellia oil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is recommended for the care of such blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\" title=\"Geometry\"\u003edouble bevel (symmetrical) blade\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade has a dark finish, which is why this look is also called\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ekuro-uchi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e –\u003c\/span\u003e the word “kuro” means black. This look is traditional and robust, with an unprocessed top part of the blade that has already developed a dark patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA traditional Japanese 'wa' handle made of magnolia wood, with a plastic ferrule. Magnolia wood is excellent for its odorless properties and improves in terms of grip over time. The handle is oval, so it's suitable for both right and left-handed users. The weight of the handle is matched to the weight of the blade. This makes the knife perfectly balanced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eABOUT THE BLACKSMITH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe knife is manufactured at the smithy of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blacksmiths-japan\/producer-yoshida-hamono\"\u003eYoshida Hamono\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein Japan, a family company with an age-long tradition in manufacturing state-of-the-art tools and Japanese swords, i.e., katanas, by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshida Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38492239177,"sku":"03011231085","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Yoshida_Hamono_Kuro-uchi_Utility.jpeg?v=1513439723"},{"product_id":"tojiro-dp-peeling-70mm","title":"Tojiro DP Peeling 70mm (2.8\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eTOJIRO Bird's Beak Paring knife is mostly used in a professional kitchen for peeling or carving fruits and vegetables and is especially essential to tourne vegetables (a French staple technique). It will come in handy in a home kitchen too, especially with peeling spherical fruits and veggies, although the standard shaped paring\/petty knife should also do the trick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis paring knife is part of the TOJIRO's DP knife series, featuring a popular VG-10 core steel, clad into two layers of softer steel for easier sharpening. A durable and fairly light stamina wood handle is used, allowing for an ergonomic and fatigue-less grip. It features a stainless bolster and three rivets for a secure handle fixation, reducing the possibility for cracks in the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. TOJIRO's main focus? Sharpness!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! 😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a72oM2wiWHo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12237049299032,"sku":"01010702013","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Tojiro_Bird_s_Beak_Paring_70mm_2.8__01010702013.jpeg?v=1740397767"},{"product_id":"tojiro-petty-damascus-150mm","title":"Tojiro Petty Damascus 150mm (5.9\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eTOJIRO Petty Damascus 150mm knife is a versatile knife for both home and professional use. Petty knife, sometimes also referred as paring or utility, is a smaller version of the Gyuto (Chef's knife), and is used for all sorts of delicate tasks where a larger knife would be unwieldy. Petty knives are used for peeling, paring, decorating, cutting out cores of apple quarters, removing eyes from potatoes, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis petty knife is part of the TOJIRO's Pro DP Damascus knife series, featuring a popular VG-10 core steel, clad into 37 layers of softer Damascus steel. Damascus pattern formed on the blade is called “Kasumi-Nagashi” and belongs into the group of traditional Japanese Kasumi patterns.\u003cbr\u003e☝️ Please note that the Damascus pattern on this knife is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e as pronounced\/visible as with other knives on our website.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA durable and fairly light stamina wood handle is used, allowing for an ergonomic and fatigue-less grip. It features a stainless bolster and three rivets for a secure handle fixation, reducing the possibility for cracks in the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. TOJIRO's main focus? Sharpness!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! 😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a72oM2wiWHo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12237247086680,"sku":"01010707011","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/F-651.jpg?v=1740397765"},{"product_id":"mcusta-petty-supreme-twisted-150mm","title":"Mcusta Petty Supreme Twisted 150mm (5.9\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcusta Petty Supreme Twisted is a handy and special looking knife, suitable for both home and professional use. Petty knife, sometimes also referred as paring or utility, is a smaller version of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gyuto-knives-chefs-knife\"\u003eGyuto (Chef's knife)\u003c\/a\u003e, and is used for all sorts of delicate tasks where a larger knife would be unwieldy. Petty knives are used for peeling, paring, decorating, cutting out cores of apple quarters, removing eyes from potatoes, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan\u003emonosteel \u003c\/span\u003eblade is made of stainless and \u003cspan\u003egreat performing, easy to resharpen, VG-10. A simple looking, high polished blade with no extra features, designed to put the focus on the uniquely shaped twisted handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"Geometry\" href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\"\u003edouble bevel (symmetrical) blade with convex (full hamaguri) grind\u003c\/a\u003e. Hamaguri grind allows superior sharpness that requires delicate handling and helps to prevent food from sticking to the blade. Such a shape keeps a lot of metal behind the edge and makes for a stronger edge, yet it still allows a good degree of sharpness. The downside to a convex grind is that it is very hard to reproduce by anyone other than a very experienced sharpener.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupreme Twisted is a full-tang petty, attached to the never seen before octagon-shaped, \u003cstrong\u003etwisted\u003c\/strong\u003e red pakkawood handle, allowing for a comfortable and firm grip. A mosaic pin was added to the middle of the handle, a small detail which makes this knife even more special. A stainless bolster was added for a smooth transition from the blade to the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☝️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll knives from the Supreme Twisted collection are packed in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eluxury kiri box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (made of paulownia wood), so these knives will make for a great gift. Just don't forget to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/japanese-knife-as-gift#present\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/japanese-knife-as-gift#present\"\u003eattach a coin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to it when presenting the gift!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Mcusta Zanmai:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMcusta Zanmai has an interesting (and very high tech) philosophy of knife manufacturing. With their 800-year tradition of making knives, they decided to incorporate traditional knife craftsmanship knowledge into their own custom-made machines. Mcusta is the only knife manufacturer who uses laser machines to cut out the knives, instead of stamping the knives out of the steel sheet. Due to this process, their blades are less susceptible to structural stresses in the steel, making them the most innovative and modern knife maker in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHandles and pins are milled to the precision of 1\/1000mm with their high-quality CNC machines. Every knife is then inspected and assembled by hand. The final (sharp) edge is sharpened by Mcusta's team of master craftsmen to get a very good out-of-the-box sharpness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e☝️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFun fact: Mcusta is a made-up word - a combination of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eM\u003c\/b\u003eachine and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ecust\u003c\/b\u003eom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Mcusta Zanmai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12840173076568,"sku":"17010707669","price":215.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Mcusta_Petty_Supreme_Twisted_150mm_5.9__17010707669.jpg?v=1537783319"},{"product_id":"tojiro-petty-black-damascus-90mm","title":"Tojiro Petty Black Damascus 90mm (3.5\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eTOJIRO Petty Black Damascus 90mm, sometimes also called a paring knife, is a small and highly versatile kitchen knife. Paring knives offer more dexterity, precision, and maneuverability than the larger, multi-purpose knives, therefore its main tasks are peeling, slicing, and trimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe TOJIRO SHIPPU Black collection is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003ethe same in shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to the original light colored Shippu series, but very noticeably differs from it with the black look of the handle and the blade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade’s core is made out of VG-10 (61 HRC) steel and is fortified by 36 layered Damascus pattern. The black sheen and enhanced lines of the Damascus are a result of processing the blade with black iron oxide. The edge is angled at 15 degrees which improves cutting agility and ease of sharpening\/honing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Japanese handle also contributes to the character of this collection. It’s made of burnt chestnut wood and reinforced with a sturdy resin ferrule. The wood is beautified and protected with a transparent stain to enhance its water-resistance. Additionally, a fire surface treatment improves its water resistance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe handle has an emphasized angle for a better grip, which makes it more suitable for right-handed users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the TOJIRO's Shippu Black Damascus series we currently also carry:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-knives\/products\/tojiro-petty-black-damascus-130mm\"\u003eTOJIRO PETTY BLACK DAMASCUS 130MM (5.1\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-knives\/products\/tojiro-gyuto-black-damascus-210mm\"\u003eTOJIRO GYUTO BLACK DAMASCUS 210MM (8.3\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-knives\/products\/tojiro-santoku-black-damascus-165mm\"\u003eTOJIRO SANTOKU BLACK DAMASCUS 165MM (6.5\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. TOJIRO's main focus? Sharpness!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! 😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a72oM2wiWHo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12841071575128,"sku":"01010726301","price":102.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Tojiro_Petty_Black_Damascus_90mm_3.5__FD-1591.jpeg?v=1740397755"},{"product_id":"ikeuchi-petty-shirogami-2-60mm","title":"Ikeuchi Petty Shirogami #2 60mm (2.4\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tiny knife from Ikeuchi Hamono does not have the standard looking petty shape since it was primarily used for wood carving. However, due to its very pointy tip, and short, single bevel blade (right-handed users only!), it is very handy in the kitchen too. Ideal for carving, decoration and precision cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Small petty is made of White steel #2 (Shirogami), forged to a hardness of 61-62 HRC. It is intended for experienced knife owners who know how to handle and take care of knives made of White steel #2, which will develop some patina due to the high amount of carbon (C) in their chemical structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is made of durable Chestnut wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Ikeuchi Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12847844458584,"sku":"25010770680","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Small_Petty_60mm_2.4__25010770680jpeg.jpeg?v=1537877644"},{"product_id":"ikeuchi-small-petty-carving-60mm","title":"Ikeuchi Petty Carving Shirogami #2 60mm (2.4\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tiny carving knife from Ikeuchi Hamono does not have the standard looking petty shape since it was primarily used for wood carving. However, due to its shape and short, single bevel blade (right-handed users only!), it is very handy in the kitchen too. Ideal for carving and decoration of your food, as well as with filleting smaller blue fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Small petty is made of White steel #2 (Shirogami), forged to a hardness of 61-62 HRC. It is intended for experienced knife owners who know how to handle and take care of knives made of White steel #2, which will develop some patina due to the high amount of carbon (C) in their chemical structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is made of durable Chestnut wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Ikeuchi Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12847882829912,"sku":"25010770679","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Small_Petty_Carving_60mm_2.4__25010770679.jpeg?v=1537878129"},{"product_id":"tojiro-petty-damascus-130mm","title":"Tojiro Petty Damascus 130mm (5.1\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eTOJIRO Petty Damascus 130mm is a knife for all those smaller tasks where larger chef's knives are deemed unwieldy. A must-have knife in every kitchen since it is used for peeling, paring and decorating food. 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The handle has an emphasized angle for a better grip, which makes it more suitable for \u003cspan\u003eright-handed users\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the TOJIRO's Shippu Damascus series we currently also carry:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tojiro-petty-damascus-90mm\"\u003eTOJIRO PETTY DAMASCUS 90MM (3.5\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tojiro-santoku-damascus-165mm\"\u003eTOJIRO SANTOKU DAMASCUS 165MM (6.5\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. 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The handle has an emphasized angle for a better grip, which makes it more suitable for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eright-handed users\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the TOJIRO's Shippu Damascus series we currently also carry:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-knives\/products\/tojiro-petty-black-damascus-130mm\"\u003eTOJIRO PETTY BLACK DAMASCUS 130MM (5.1\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tojiro-santoku-damascus-165mm\"\u003eTOJIRO SANTOKU DAMASCUS 165MM (6.5\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. 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Japanese knife manufacturer MAC designed a cute little knife for children - this one comes with a \u003cstrong\u003eblue handle\u003c\/strong\u003e and a little cartoon of the seal catching a squid 🦑 on the dark blade. How cool is that!? Just ask your children! 😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was designed to provide children with a fully usable, functional knife, but of course with \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emany safety features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emaximize safety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The knife is made out of MAC's molybdenum stainless steel, and the edge is actually quite sharp (which we agree it should be). Both the tip and the heel of the blade have been rounded and dulled to prevent accidental cuts and injuries. The curved heel provides great support for your child's index finger. The handle is made of Lamar resin which makes it slip-resistant and comfortable to use. The handle oval and thin to fit in smaller hands. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ We cannot stress enough that this is still a sharp knife and if not used under strict adult supervision, it can cause harm and injuries to your children. Please make sure to take enough time to teach your children about the proper usage and safety of using a kitchen knife. This knife is suitable for children \u003cstrong\u003eolder than 3 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. With all this in mind - this MACs Kids knife is an excellent and fun way of introducing your curious children to the beauties of cooking and preparing food. 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Both the tip and the heel of the blade have been rounded and dulled to prevent accidental cuts and injuries. The curved heel provides great support for your child's index finger. The handle is made of Lamar resin which makes it slip-resistant and comfortable to use. The handle oval and thin to fit in smaller hands. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ We cannot stress enough that this is still a sharp knife and if not used under strict adult supervision, it can cause harm and injuries to your children. Please make sure to take enough time to teach your children about the proper usage and safety of using a kitchen knife. This knife is suitable for children \u003cstrong\u003eolder than 3 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. With all this in mind - this MACs Kids knife is an excellent and fun way of introducing your curious children to the beauties of cooking and preparing food. 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The knife is very sharp out-of-the-box and is ready to make some (precise) damage to the food you're about to prepare. Petty knives are very useful for all those smaller tasks where larger chef's knives are deemed unwieldy. A must-have knife in every kitchen since it is used for peeling, paring and decorating food.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VG-10 core, clad into a layer of softer stainless steel, is hardened to 60 HRC. Not a super hard knife, but this also means it is not a very sensitive blade, so you'll get a good ratio of edge retention and not needing to worry about chipping the blade very easily. The looks on TOJIRO's new line is simply stunning - you'll marvel at the beautiful hammer dents on the top of the knife which were left unpolished to give the knife the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ekuro-uchi\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efinish. 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The knife is very sharp out-of-the-box and is ready to make some (precise) damage to the food you're about to prepare. Petty knives are very useful for all those smaller tasks where larger chef's knives are deemed unwieldy. This petty can also work as an in-hand paring knife, so it can be used for peeling potatoes, cutting avocados, etc. It's a very short knife, making it very helpful in tight spots and around the bones. Very useful to have at hand in a professional or home kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VG-10 core, clad into a layer of softer stainless steel, is hardened to 60 HRC. Not a super hard knife, but this also means it is not a very sensitive blade, so you'll get a good ratio of edge retention and not needing to worry about chipping the blade very easily. The looks on TOJIRO's new line is simply stunning - you'll marvel at the beautiful hammer dents on the top of the knife which were left unpolished to give the knife the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ekuro-uchi\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efinish. Hammer dents also have a function, they help with the food release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTOJIRO fitted a traditional Japanese D-shaped-handle made of magnolia wood with a plastic ferrule. Nothing fancy here, but does the job just fine and keeps the overall weight of the knife low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. 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Sharpness!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! 😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a72oM2wiWHo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20019633553496,"sku":"01010726756","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Tojiro_Petty_DP_Hammered_90mm_3.5__01010726756.jpeg?v=1740397733"},{"product_id":"saji-petty-rainbow-damascus-135mm","title":"Saji Petty Rainbow Damascus 135mm (5.3\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThird-generation blacksmith Takeshi Saji from the famous Takefu Knife Village created a masterpiece with his new Rainbow Damascus limited edition series (we only got 2pcs of each). These knives could very well be a collector's item, although we believe that any knife should be used for its primary function, no matter how good it looks. So, you can keep them behind glass, or use them in your kitchen, just keep in mind that these knives are very special pieces of tools\/art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePetty knives are basically a smaller version of Gyutos (Chef's knives), intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy. A must-have knife in every kitchen since it is used for peeling, paring and decorating food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaji Petty Rainbow Damascus 135mm (5.3\") is definitely not just a looker. If you check under the hood, you will find some amazing specs there too. The core of this knife is made of the high-carbon Aogami #2 (Blue) steel, tempered to around 62-63 HRC, which was clad into layers of rust-resistant stainless steel, to which brass and copper were added to get this beautiful\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erainbow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecolors and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDamascus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epattern from which these knives got their name. So, you get a package of the high-carbon steel core, clad into layers of softer stainless steel, getting the best of both worlds. Aogami #2 is among the best Japanese steels around since it holds a sharp edge for a long time and is at the same time very easy to resharpen, but needs a lot of maintenance (wiping it dry after every use and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ballistol-knife-maintenance-oil-50ml\"\u003eoiling the blade\u003c\/a\u003e),\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eotherwise\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eit develops rust extremely fast. But since the outer layers are stainless, it means the blade will be more forgiving and won't rust immediately if you'll forget to oil it (but please don't).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Western style (Yo) handle is made of very dense and durable ironwood. The blade is secured to the handle with 3 stainless pins, the middle one features a mosaic design for the extra lavish look! A stainless bolster was added for comfortable grip and balance. The knife is safely stored in a traditional Japanese wooden box with a burned Saji's trademark kanji characters on the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short, this knife is a great example of usable art!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takeshi Saji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20049738235992,"sku":"19010706737","price":340.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Saji_Petty_Rainbow_Damascus_135mm_5.3__19010706737.jpeg?v=1553533564"},{"product_id":"zdp-189-petty-black-135mm","title":"ZDP-189 Petty Black 135mm (5.3\")","description":"\u003cp class=\"normal\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe long-awaited ZDP-189 Petty knife from the smithy \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/producer-yoshida-hamono\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/producer-yoshida-hamono\"\u003eYoshida Hamono\u003c\/a\u003e is here. This petty, made from the hardest steel available for knife making - ZDP-189 - is a perfect match in combination with the larger, multi-purpose \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-knives\/products\/zdp-189-bunka-black\" data-mce-href=\"\/collections\/japanese-knives\/products\/zdp-189-bunka-black\"\u003eZDP-189 Bunka Black\u003c\/a\u003e. They share the same steel and hardness (65-67 HRC), same octagonal walnut handle and a similar shape. We designed them to look alike. The only difference is the purpose they serve. Of course, it can also be used in combination with any other larger knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePetty knives are basically smaller versions of Gyuto knives (Chef's knife). Well, in this case, smaller versions of Bunka knives, but we did make the belly of the blade curved enough for the rocking technique. Petty knives are intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy. On and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for peeling, mincing, paring and decorating food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile most petty knives feature blades of 150mm (5.9\") in length, we decided to fit a slightly shorter blade, 135mm (5.3\"), which makes the in-hand use easier, and it eliminates a reason to get a third, shorter petty\/paring knife (those have usually 90-100mm (3.5-3.9\") long blades).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePetty is manufactured at the smithy of \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/producer-yoshida-hamono\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/producer-yoshida-hamono\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYoshida Hamono\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in Japan, a family company with an age-long tradition in manufacturing state-of-the-art tools and Japanese swords (katanas) by hand. Yoshida Hamono has a great deal of experience forging ZDP-189 steel in the traditional manner.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe heart of the knife is made of \u003cstrong\u003eZDP-189 steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, chosen for its superior qualities and long-lasting sharpness. The steel is laminated, meaning that the core is made of ZDP-189 steel, covered with an external layer of softer stainless steel - also known as san-mai clad. The softer external layer protects the core steel from external factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel contains as much as 3% Carbon (C), which is one of the main elements contributing strength and typically found in amounts of up to only 1% in other types of solid steel, while the Chromium (Cr) content, which prevents corrosion, amounts to nearly 20%. It also features 0.60% Tungsten (W), which considerably increases the abrasion resistance of steel, 1.4% Molybdenum (Mo), which helps to preserve the strength and power of steel under variable temperatures, and 0.10% Vanadium (V), the key element in increasing steel strength. Heat treatment produces steel with a hardness of 65-67 HRC.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eZDP-189 composition: C 3.00 % | Cr 20.00 % | W 0.60 % | Mo 1.40 % | V 0.10 % | Mn 0.50 % | Si 0.40 %\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKuro-uchi finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, the unprocessed (black) part on the top side of the blade has already developed a dark patina, which protects the blade and gives it a traditional Japanese look. The knife bears visible impressions of the hand-forging process (round hammer dents on the blade).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZDP-189 Petty Black was fitted a traditional Japanese wooden handle, called Wa handle. The wooden handle is made of walnut wood with an octagonal shape, so it will fit equally well into the hands of right- or left-handed users.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZDP-189 steel contains as much as 3% Carbon (C), which is one of the main elements contributing strength and typically found in amounts of up to only 1% in other types of solid steel, while the Chromium (Cr) content, which prevents corrosion, amounts to nearly 20%. It also features 1.5% Tungsten (W), which considerably increases the abrasion resistance of steel, 1.3% Molybdenum (Mo), which helps to preserve the strength and power of steel under variable temperatures, and 0.10% Vanadium (V), the key element in increasing steel strength. Heat treatment produces steel with a hardness of \u003cstrong\u003e65-67 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshida Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29542641008728,"sku":"03010740827","price":240.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Yoshida_Hamono_ZDP-189_Petty_Black_135mm_5.3__03010740827.jpg?v=1738587296"},{"product_id":"tojiro-birds-beak-paring-damascus-70mm","title":"Tojiro Bird's Beak Paring Damascus 70mm (2.8\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eTOJIRO Bird's Beak Paring Damascus knife is mostly used in a professional kitchen for peeling or carving fruits and vegetables and is especially essential to tourne vegetables (a French staple technique). It will come in handy in a home kitchen too, especially with peeling spherical fruits and veggies, although the standard shaped paring\/petty knife should also do the trick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis paring knife is part of the TOJIRO's Damascus knife series, featuring a popular VG-10 core steel with the hardness of 61 HRC, clad into 36 layers of softer stainless steel, featuring a beautiful Damascus pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade extends into a traditional Japanese D-shaped Wa handle made of magnolia wood with a buffalo horn ferrule. The handle has an emphasized angle for a better grip, which makes it more suitable for right-handed users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. TOJIRO's main focus? Sharpness!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! 😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a72oM2wiWHo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32344661295192,"sku":"01010702016","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Tojiro_Bird_s_Beak_Paring_Damascus_70mm_2.8__01010702016.jpg?v=1740397714"},{"product_id":"tojiro-birds-beak-paring-black-damascus-70mm","title":"Tojiro Bird's Beak Paring Black Damascus 70mm (2.8\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eTOJIRO Bird's Beak Paring Black Damascus knife is mostly used in a professional kitchen for peeling or carving fruits and vegetables and is especially essential to tourne vegetables (a French staple technique). It will come in handy in a home kitchen too, especially with peeling spherical fruits and veggies, although the standard shaped paring\/petty knife should also do the trick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe TOJIRO SHIPPU Black collection is \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003ethe same in shape\u003c\/span\u003e to the original light colored Shippu series, but very noticeably differs from it with the black look of the handle and the blade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade’s core is made out of VG-10 (61 HRC) steel and is fortified by 36 layered Damascus pattern. The black sheen and enhanced lines of the Damascus are a result of processing the blade with black iron oxide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Japanese handle also contributes to the character of this collection. It’s made of burnt chestnut wood and reinforced with a sturdy resin ferrule. The wood is beautified and protected with a transparent stain to enhance its water-resistance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe handle has an emphasized angle for a better grip, which makes it more suitable for right-handed users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. TOJIRO's main focus? Sharpness!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! 😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a72oM2wiWHo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 288px; top: 711.375px;\" data-mce-style=\"position: absolute; left: 288px; top: 711.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32344728043608,"sku":"01010702904","price":102.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Tojiro_Bird_s_Beak_Paring_Black_Damascus_70mm_2.8__01010702904.jpg?v=1740397712"},{"product_id":"set-tojiro-zen-knife-set-gyuto-petty-paring","title":"[SET] Tojiro ZEN Knife Set [Gyuto + Petty + Paring]","description":"\u003cp\u003eTOJIRO ZEN knife set includes 3 knives from TOJIRO's Zen line of knives. An affordable way to get three matching knives that will very likely cover all your cutting needs. A 210mm (8.3\") gyuto will be your go-to multi-purpose knife for most cutting tasks, a smaller 130mm (5.1\") petty knife will cover all the smaller tasks on and off the cutting board, and a shorter, 90mm (3.5\") paring knife for all those in-hand tasks (peeling, carving, trimming). The knives are safely stored in a \u003cstrong\u003edecorative black knife box\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDefinition of Zen:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e1. a Japanese sect of Mahayana Buddhism that aims at enlightenment by direct intuition through meditation⁠\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2. a state of calm attentiveness in which one's actions are guided by intuition rather than by conscious effort⁠\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3. the name of a series of knives by the \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese smithy TOJIRO\u003c\/strong\u003e, identifiable by traditional magnolia wood handles and \u003cstrong\u003esleek polished blades\u003c\/strong\u003e.⁠\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTEEL:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/steel-heart-of-japanese-knives\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/steel-heart-of-japanese-knives\"\u003eVG-10\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(V for \u003cem\u003eVanadium\u003c\/em\u003e, G for \u003cem\u003e\"gold\" as in \"gold standard\"\u003c\/em\u003e) is made by Takefu Special Steel Company, a relatively small steel company that around 60 years ago managed to find just the right balance of different elements to create the most popular Japanese knife making steel today. VG-10 steel is stainless steel with relatively high Carbon (C) content (1%), 15% Chromium (Cr), 1% Molybdenum (Mo), 0.3% Vanadium (V)  and 1.5% Cobalt (Co). The combination of Cr, Mo, and V forms a lot of hard carbides, making the steel abrasion resistant which translates to long-lasting, smooth sharpness. Heat treated to the hardness of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/hardness-of-steel-according-to-the-rockwell-scale-hrc\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/hardness-of-steel-according-to-the-rockwell-scale-hrc\"\u003e60-61 HRC\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLAMINATION:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe excellent VG-10 steel with the hardness of 61 HRC is clad into\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-lamination\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-lamination\"\u003e2 layers of softer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estainless steel. The outer two layers of softer stainless steel form a \"shinogi\" line along the entire edge of the blade. Shinogi line represents the border between the harder, inner steel and the outer two layers of softer steel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt has a double bevel (50\/50 symmetrical) blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe blade features a clean, highly polished (also called\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\"\u003emigaki\u003c\/a\u003e) blade. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHANDLE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade extends into a traditional Japanese round Wa handle made of the common wood for Japanese handles - magnolia wood - with a black plastic ferrule. The handle is suitable for left and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eright-handed users\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE BLACKSMITH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. TOJIRO's main focus? Sharpness! A big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! 😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e (blade length x blade width x thickness \/ weight):\u003cbr\u003eGyuto\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e210mm (8.3\") x 44mm (1.7\") x 1.8mm (0.07\") \/ 190g (6.7 oz)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePetty\u003c\/strong\u003e: 130mm (5.1\") x 28mm (1.1\") x 1.7mm (0.07\") \/ 45g (1.6 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 90mm (3.5\") x 24mm (0.9\") x 1.7mm \u003c\/span\u003e(0.07\") \/ 35g (1.2 oz)\u003cbr\u003eBox dimensions: 388mm (15.3\" x 208mm (8.2\") x 40mm (1.6\")\u003cbr\u003eOverall weight: 825g (29.1 oz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32348639395928,"sku":"01011900900","price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Tojiro_ZEN_Knife_Set_01011900900_open_box1.jpg?v=1740397702"},{"product_id":"mcusta-petty-hybrid-splash-150mm","title":"Mcusta Petty Hybrid Splash 150mm (5.9\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcusta Petty Hybrid Splash is another beautiful kitchen knife, cut out from the beams of Mcusta's lasers, and then sharpened to a razor-edge sharpness by hand. It got its name (Splash) due to the very\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epronounced Damascus pattern on the blade, making every single blade a unique piece of art, so this knife is a great choice for all the Damascus lovers out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA petty knife is basically a smaller version of a gyuto knife (Chef's knife). Petty knives are intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy, both on and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for peeling, mincing, paring and decorating food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHybrid Splash features a more simplistic, but very ergonomic handle, made of non-slip pakka\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewood. Small textures on the hexagon-shaped handle prevent our hands from slipping, even with wet hands. A simple, yet aesthetic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eluminescent\u003c\/span\u003e pin holds the full-tang handle securely in place, while the stainless bolster attaches perfectly to the handle, featuring a decorative red spacer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Mcusta Zanmai:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMcusta Zanmai has an interesting (and very high tech) philosophy of knife manufacturing. With their 800-year tradition of making knives, they decided to incorporate traditional knife craftsmanship knowledge into their own custom-made machines. Mcusta is the only knife manufacturer who uses laser machines to cut out the knives, instead of stamping the knives out of the steel sheet. Due to this process, their blades are less susceptible to structural stresses in the steel, making them the most innovative and modern knife maker in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHandles and pins are milled to the precision of 1\/1000mm with their high-quality CNC machines. Every knife is then inspected and assembled by hand. The final (sharp) edge is sharpened by Mcusta's team of master craftsmen to get a very good out-of-the-box sharpness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e☝️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFun fact: Mcusta is a made-up word - a combination of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eM\u003c\/b\u003eachine and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ecust\u003c\/b\u003eom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Mcusta Zanmai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32379306803288,"sku":"17010707777","price":195.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Mcusta_Petty_Hybrid_Splash_150mm_5.9__17010707777.jpg?v=1582818647"},{"product_id":"mcusta-paring-hybrid-splash-90mm","title":"Mcusta Paring Hybrid Splash 90mm (3.5\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcusta Paring Hybrid Splash is another beautiful kitchen knife, cut out from the beams of Mcusta's lasers, and then sharpened to a razor-edge sharpness by hand. It got its name (Splash) due to the very\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epronounced Damascus pattern on the blade, making every single blade a unique piece of art, so this knife is a great choice for all the Damascus lovers out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA paring knife is a small and highly versatile kitchen knife. Paring knives offer more dexterity, precision, and maneuverability than the larger, multi-purpose knives, therefore its main tasks are peeling, slicing, and trimming. Due to its short blade, it is best suited for in-hand usage, it does not have enough knuckle clearance to use the knife on the cutting board.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHybrid Splash features a more simplistic, but very ergonomic handle, made of non-slip pakka\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewood. Small textures on the hexagon-shaped handle prevent our hands from slipping, even with wet hands. A simple, yet aesthetic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eluminescent\u003c\/span\u003e pin holds the full-tang handle securely in place, while the stainless bolster attaches perfectly to the handle, featuring a decorative red spacer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Mcusta Zanmai:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMcusta Zanmai has an interesting (and very high tech) philosophy of knife manufacturing. With their 800-year tradition of making knives, they decided to incorporate traditional knife craftsmanship knowledge into their own custom-made machines. Mcusta is the only knife manufacturer who uses laser machines to cut out the knives, instead of stamping the knives out of the steel sheet. Due to this process, their blades are less susceptible to structural stresses in the steel, making them the most innovative and modern knife maker in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHandles and pins are milled to the precision of 1\/1000mm with their high-quality CNC machines. Every knife is then inspected and assembled by hand. The final (sharp) edge is sharpened by Mcusta's team of master craftsmen to get a very good out-of-the-box sharpness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e☝️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFun fact: Mcusta is a made-up word - a combination of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eM\u003c\/b\u003eachine and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ecust\u003c\/b\u003eom!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mcusta Zanmai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32379434991704,"sku":"17010703776","price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Mcusta_Paring_Hybrid_Splash_90mm_3.5__17010703776.jpg?v=1582819206"},{"product_id":"mcusta-petty-supreme-hammered-150mm","title":"Mcusta Petty Supreme Hammered 150mm (5.9\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcusta Petty Supreme Hammered is a great performing kitchen knife, made from the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e popular VG-10 steel, clad into 33 layers of softer, stainless Damascus steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The top part of the blade features dents from the hammer, which have been polished to a high polish, while the bottom part of the blade features a subtle, wavy Damascus pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA petty knife is basically a smaller version of a gyuto knife (Chef's knife). Petty knives are intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy, both on and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for peeling, mincing, paring, and decorating food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\" title=\"Geometry\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edouble bevel (symmetrical) blade with convex (full hamaguri) grind\u003c\/a\u003e. Hamaguri grind allows superior sharpness that requires delicate handling and helps to prevent food from sticking to the blade. Such a shape keeps a lot of metal behind the edge and makes for a stronger edge, yet it still allows a good degree of sharpness. The downside to a convex grind is that it is very hard to reproduce by anyone other than a very experienced sharpener.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupreme Hammered is a full-tang petty, attached to a beautiful, durable and unique-looking red \u003c\/span\u003epakkawood\u003cspan\u003e octagonal-shaped handle. The middle of the handle features a rhombus-shaped pin with a mother-of-pearl inlay that adds a classy, vintage look. A stainless bolster is added for a smooth transition from the blade to the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Mcusta Zanmai:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMcusta Zanmai has an interesting (and very high tech) philosophy of knife manufacturing. With their 800-year tradition of making knives, they decided to incorporate traditional knife craftsmanship knowledge into their own custom-made machines. Mcusta is the only knife manufacturer who uses laser machines to cut out the knives, instead of stamping the knives out of the steel sheet. Due to this process, their blades are less susceptible to structural stresses in the steel, making them the most innovative and modern knife maker in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHandles and pins are milled to the precision of 1\/1000mm with their high-quality CNC machines. Every knife is then inspected and assembled by hand. The final (sharp) edge is sharpened by Mcusta's team of master craftsmen to get a very good out-of-the-box sharpness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e☝️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFun fact: Mcusta is a made-up word - a combination of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eM\u003c\/b\u003eachine and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ecust\u003c\/b\u003eom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Mcusta Zanmai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32384445513816,"sku":"17010707773","price":185.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Mcusta_Petty_Supreme_Hammered_150mm_5.9__17010707773.jpg?v=1582897445"},{"product_id":"mcusta-paring-supreme-hammered-90mm","title":"Mcusta Paring Supreme Hammered 90mm (3.5\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcusta Paring Supreme Hammered is a great performing kitchen knife, made from the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e popular VG-10 steel, clad into 33 layers of softer, stainless Damascus steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The top part of the blade features dents from the hammer, which have been polished to a high polish, while the bottom part of the blade features a subtle, wavy Damascus pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA paring knife is a small and highly versatile kitchen knife. Paring knives offer more dexterity, precision, and maneuverability than the larger, multi-purpose knives, therefore its main tasks are peeling, slicing, and trimming. Due to its short blade, it is best suited for in-hand usage, it does not have enough knuckle clearance to use the knife on the cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\" title=\"Geometry\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edouble bevel (symmetrical) blade with convex (full hamaguri) grind\u003c\/a\u003e. Hamaguri grind allows superior sharpness that requires delicate handling and helps to prevent food from sticking to the blade. Such a shape keeps a lot of metal behind the edge and makes for a stronger edge, yet it still allows a good degree of sharpness. The downside to a convex grind is that it is very hard to reproduce by anyone other than a very experienced sharpener.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupreme Hammered is a full-tang paring knife, attached to a beautiful, durable and unique-looking red \u003c\/span\u003epakkawood\u003cspan\u003e octagonal-shaped handle. The middle of the handle features a rhombus-shaped pin with a mother-of-pearl inlay that adds a classy, vintage look. A stainless bolster is added for a smooth transition from the blade to the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Mcusta Zanmai:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMcusta Zanmai has an interesting (and very high tech) philosophy of knife manufacturing. With their 800-year tradition of making knives, they decided to incorporate traditional knife craftsmanship knowledge into their own custom-made machines. Mcusta is the only knife manufacturer who uses laser machines to cut out the knives, instead of stamping the knives out of the steel sheet. Due to this process, their blades are less susceptible to structural stresses in the steel, making them the most innovative and modern knife maker in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHandles and pins are milled to the precision of 1\/1000mm with their high-quality CNC machines. Every knife is then inspected and assembled by hand. The final (sharp) edge is sharpened by Mcusta's team of master craftsmen to get a very good out-of-the-box sharpness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e☝️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFun fact: Mcusta is a made-up word - a combination of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eM\u003c\/b\u003eachine and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ecust\u003c\/b\u003eom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Mcusta Zanmai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32384469172312,"sku":"17010703772","price":170.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Mcusta_Paring_Supreme_Hammered_90mm_3.5__17010703770.jpg?v=1582897991"},{"product_id":"mcusta-petty-damascus-flame-150mm","title":"Mcusta Petty Damascus Flame 150mm (5.9\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcusta Petty Damascus Flame is a looker. 33 layers of softer and stainless Damascus steel resemble a flame spreading from the bottom to the tip of the blade, giving every knife a unique look. The core of this knife is made of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egreat performing, easy to resharpen, VG-10 steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA petty knife is basically a smaller version of a gyuto knife (Chef's knife). Petty knives are intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy, both on and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for peeling, mincing, paring and decorating food. \u003cspan\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/parts-of-japanese-kitchen-knife\"\u003eflat ejiri\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a bottom part of the handle, has a function - it can be used for crushing garlic and other ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus Flame is a full-tang petty, attached to the ergonomic red \u003c\/span\u003epakkawood\u003cspan\u003e handle. Three rivets hold the knife securely attached to the handle. The middle rivet features a mosaic pin, a small detail that makes this knife even more special. A stainless bolster is added for a smooth transition from the blade to the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Mcusta Zanmai:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMcusta Zanmai has an interesting (and very high tech) philosophy of knife manufacturing. With their 800-year tradition of making knives, they decided to incorporate traditional knife craftsmanship knowledge into their own custom-made machines. Mcusta is the only knife manufacturer who uses laser machines to cut out the knives, instead of stamping the knives out of the steel sheet. Due to this process, their blades are less susceptible to structural stresses in the steel, making them the most innovative and modern knife maker in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHandles and pins are milled to the precision of 1\/1000mm with their high-quality CNC machines. Every knife is then inspected and assembled by hand. The final (sharp) edge is sharpened by Mcusta's team of master craftsmen to get a very good out-of-the-box sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e☝️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFun fact: Mcusta is a made-up word - a combination of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eM\u003c\/b\u003eachine and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ecust\u003c\/b\u003eom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Mcusta Zanmai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32384674299992,"sku":"17010707781","price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/HFR-80002D_D9X3882-edit.jpg?v=1583233759"},{"product_id":"mcusta-paring-damascus-flame-90mm","title":"Mcusta Paring Damascus Flame 90mm (3.5\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcusta Paring Damascus Flame is a looker. 33 layers of softer and stainless Damascus steel resemble a flame spreading from the bottom to the tip of the blade, giving every knife a unique look. The core of this knife is made of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egreat performing, easy to resharpen, VG-10 steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA paring knife is a small and highly versatile kitchen knife. Paring knives offer more dexterity, precision, and maneuverability than the larger, multi-purpose knives, therefore its main tasks are peeling, slicing, and trimming. Due to its short blade, it is best suited for in-hand usage, it does not have enough knuckle clearance to use the knife on the cutting board. \u003cspan\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/parts-of-japanese-kitchen-knife\"\u003eflat ejiri\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a bottom part of the handle, has a function - it can be used for crushing garlic and other ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus Flame is a full-tang petty, attached to the ergonomic red \u003c\/span\u003epakkawood\u003cspan\u003e handle. Three rivets hold the knife securely attached to the handle. The middle rivet features a mosaic pin, a small detail that makes this knife even more special. A stainless bolster is added for a smooth transition from the blade to the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Mcusta Zanmai:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMcusta Zanmai has an interesting (and very high tech) philosophy of knife manufacturing. With their 800-year tradition of making knives, they decided to incorporate traditional knife craftsmanship knowledge into their own custom-made machines. Mcusta is the only knife manufacturer who uses laser machines to cut out the knives, instead of stamping the knives out of the steel sheet. 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Unlike other knives, this knife is not laminated and is made entirely of one steel, being of so-called \u003cstrong\u003e\"monosteel\" construction\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe blade is minimalistic with a polished surface and an engraved signature by the master on the right side. The handle \u003cstrong\u003e(traditional Japanese Wa)\u003c\/strong\u003e is oval and smooth, with no discernible transition between the walnut and maple wood. It’s suitable for \u003cspan\u003eboth left- and right-handed users.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhere the blade meets the handle, you may notice a special feature called Machi spacing. This is a small gap between the lower part of the blade and the handle, which can be seen mostly in Yanagiba knives. It is a feature that pays tribute to Japanese swords and is typical mostly in the work of blacksmiths located in and around the Tokyo area. So don't worry, it is not a flaw in assembly of the blade and the handle, but rather a homage to Japanese forging tradition that could be displayed on a magnet right there on your kitchen wall. :)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for first-time buyers of a Japanese kitchen knife. It can also serve as a wonderful gift!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLACKSMITH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tsunehisa\"\u003eTsunehisa\u003c\/a\u003e is a curated brand that brings together high-quality knives from Japan’s top smithing regions—Tosa, Seki, and Sakai. Each area specializes in distinct steels and techniques: Tosa is known for Ginsanko and AUS-8; Seki for the V-Gold series; and Sakai for its traditional single-bevel Honyaki knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tsunehisa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32535387635800,"sku":"41010707941","price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/HarukazeVG-1Petty150mm.jpg?v=1611379565"},{"product_id":"tojiro-vg-10-petty-dp-hammered-120mm","title":"Tojiro VG-10 Petty DP Hammered 120mm (4.7\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eTOJIRO \u003cstrong\u003ePetty\u003c\/strong\u003e DP Hammered 120mm (4.7\") is a new budget superstar from the hands TOJIRO's blacksmiths. TOJIRO's secret recipe of hardening VG-10 steel doesn't disappoint with this line of hammered\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ekuro-uchi knives either. The knife is very sharp out-of-the-box and is ready to make some (precise) damage to the food you're about to prepare. Petty knives are very useful for all those smaller tasks where larger chef's knives are deemed unwieldy. A must-have knife in every kitchen since it is used for peeling, paring and decorating food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVG-10 core\u003c\/strong\u003e, clad into a layer of softer stainless steel, is hardened to \u003cstrong\u003e61 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e. Not a super hard knife, but this also means it is not a very sensitive blade, so you'll get a good ratio of edge retention and not needing to worry about chipping the blade very easily. The looks on TOJIRO's new line is simply stunning - you'll marvel at the beautiful hammer dents on the blade coupled with a rustic looking\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekuro-uchi finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. Hammer dents also have a function, they help with the food release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA durable stamina wood handle is used, allowing for an ergonomic and fatigue-less grip. It features a stainless bolster and three rivets for a secure handle fixation, reducing the possibility for cracks in the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers, with headquarters in Niigata. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. The company is divided into two sections: TOJIRO Factory and more recent TOJIRO ATELIER, the latter\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e dedicated to producing elaborate custom-made knives. Visitors are welcome to visit both spaces and experience the knife manufacturing process (with all its sounds and smells) firsthand by observing the workflow from a raised catwalk. For more info on TOJIRO and it's master blacksmith \u003cstrong\u003eTomoo Matsumura\u003c\/strong\u003e check the video below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a72oM2wiWHo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32536610635864,"sku":"01010704943","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/F-1100.jpg?v=1740397700"},{"product_id":"tojiro-vg-10-petty-dp-hammered-150mm","title":"Tojiro VG-10 Petty DP Hammered 150mm (5.9\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eTOJIRO \u003cstrong\u003ePetty\u003c\/strong\u003e DP Hammered 150mm (5.9\") is a new budget superstar from the hands TOJIRO's blacksmiths. TOJIRO's secret recipe of hardening VG-10 steel doesn't disappoint with this line of hammered\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ekuro-uchi knives either. The knife is very sharp out-of-the-box and is ready to make some (precise) damage to the food you're about to prepare. Petty knives are very useful for all those smaller tasks where larger chef's knives are deemed unwieldy. A must-have knife in every kitchen since it is used for peeling, paring and decorating food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVG-10 core\u003c\/strong\u003e, clad into a layer of softer stainless steel, is hardened to \u003cstrong\u003e61 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e. Not a super hard knife, but this also means it is not a very sensitive blade, so you'll get a good ratio of edge retention and not needing to worry about chipping the blade very easily. The looks on TOJIRO's new line is simply stunning - you'll marvel at the beautiful hammer dents on the blade coupled with a rustic looking\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekuro-uchi finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. Hammer dents also have a function, they help with the food release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA durable stamina wood handle is used, allowing for an ergonomic and fatigue-less grip. It features a stainless bolster and three rivets for a secure handle fixation, reducing the possibility for cracks in the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers, with headquarters in Niigata. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. The company is divided into two sections: TOJIRO Factory and more recent TOJIRO ATELIER, the latter\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e dedicated to producing elaborate custom-made knives. Visitors are welcome to visit both spaces and experience the knife manufacturing process (with all its sounds and smells) firsthand by observing the workflow from a raised catwalk. For more info on TOJIRO and it's master blacksmith \u003cstrong\u003eTomoo Matsumura\u003c\/strong\u003e check the video below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a72oM2wiWHo\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32536803442776,"sku":"01010707944","price":115.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/F-1101.jpg?v=1740397699"},{"product_id":"hokiyama-koyanagi-damask-165mm","title":"Hokiyama Koyanagi Damascus 165mm (6.5\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoyanagi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a smaller, multi-purpose kitchen knife. The shape of the knife is unusual and perfectly combines the properties of a slicer and a petty knife. The very word Koyanagi illustrates this excellent fusion of forms and utility: \u003cem\u003eKo\u003c\/em\u003e translates into small and \u003cem\u003eYanagi\u003c\/em\u003e means a long and thin knife for cutting fish and meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is \u003cstrong\u003e165 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e long (the width of the blade at the heel is 33 mm) and will serve perfectly for all those who are looking for a smaller and narrower knife. It is suitable for hand-free tasks and its shape and length allow for versatile use for a variety of kitchen work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e72 layers\u003c\/strong\u003e of intertwined softer steel form a strong and distinctive damask pattern. They envelop and therefore protect the core made of \u003cstrong\u003eSKD steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is stainless and easy to maintain. It contains a very high percentage of carbon and is hardened to \u003cstrong\u003e62 - 64 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, which ensures long-lasting sharpness. Koyanagi is fitted with a traditional \u003cstrong\u003eoctagonal Japanese handle\u003c\/strong\u003e made of dark ebony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is immediately clear when looking at this knife that the blacksmith paid a lot of attention to perfecting small details, which makes the knife a valuable addition to the kitchens of best chefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Hokiyama:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHokiyama Hamono is a leading smithy in Kochi Prefecture in Japan. They have recently celebrated their 100-year anniversary, founded in 1919. Hokiyama Hamono is known for their quality as they follow the tradition of hand-made blades that has been around for over 800 years. They retain the handiwork and traditional craftsmanship that is passed down from generation to generation while striving for the ever-new knowledge and innovation. Despite the fact that they make knives according to the traditional methods, they follow the modern technological guidelines in the field of metallurgy, material processing and innovations in production processes. Hokiyama, in their own words, is a fusion of tradition (土佐 一), innovation (無限) and practicality (左近).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach knife in the smithy goes through about 50 different processes that are performed and controlled by experienced craftsmen. Among the various steps required to make a Hokiyama knife is a special process called Rolling-Forging. It enables the efficient and uniform production of knives while maintaining the properties and qualities of Japanese steel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hokiyama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32809754656856,"sku":"39013009801","price":280.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/KoyanagiDamascus165mm.jpg?v=1588948983"},{"product_id":"kato-yuki-ko-bunka-135mm","title":"Kato Yuki Ko-Bunka 135mm (5.3\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe striking collection by the \u003cstrong\u003ebrand Masakage\u003c\/strong\u003e and blacksmith \u003cstrong\u003eYoshimi Kato\u003c\/strong\u003e is called \u003cstrong\u003eYuki\u003c\/strong\u003e - snow. The subtle whiteness of the blade and the light magnolia handle are designed to remind one of a snowy winter landscape. With a carbon steel core and stainless outer layers, this line represents the perfect blend of beauty and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape of the Ko-Bunka makes it a multi-purpose knife, similar to the Santoku, and very easy to use. The word Bunka in Japanese means \u003cem\u003eculture\u003c\/em\u003e, and Ko \u003cem\u003esmall\u003c\/em\u003e. The 135mm Yuki Ko-Bunka is a kind of cross between a Petty, Nakiri, and Mini Santoku knife. It has a characteristic Bunka shape with a pronounced tip reminiscent of Tanto blades. The knife will prove to be a great, versatile Utility knife ideal for chopping herbs, preparing vegetables, and even cutting smaller pieces of meat. With its versatile profile and original look, Yuki Ko-Bunka will become the star of your kitchen arsenal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe finish of the blade is called \u003cstrong\u003eNashiji\u003c\/strong\u003e, the literal translation of the word being \"the skin of an (Asian) pear\". It refers to the slightly matted surface of the upper part of the blade, which not only has aesthetic value but is also practical, since the uneven surface reduces the sticking of the food to the blade when slicing.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe knife’s core is \u003cstrong\u003eShirogami 2 (White 2) steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, surrounded by two layers of stainless steel that also hugs the spine of the blade. The knife is hardened to \u003cstrong\u003e62-63 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e. The combination of carbon steel core and stainless outer layers gives us the best of both worlds: easy maintenance and rust protection on one hand and sharpness, a silky smooth edge and efficient cutting and chopping on the other. Using the blade will give it a patina on the lower edge of the blade along the shinogi line separating the layers of steel. Despite the rust-proof outer layers, the knife must be cleaned with regular and careful wiping and occasional application of \u003ca title=\"Ballistol oil\" href=\"\/collections\/knife-maintenance-oils\/products\/ballistol-knife-maintenance-oil-50ml\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBallistol oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi Kato, a relatively young blacksmith from the famous Takefu village, known for many skilled blacksmiths, gave the blade a\u003c\/span\u003e traditional japanese handle, oval in shape, made of magnolia wood with a ring made of red (stabilized) wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe knife is packed in a beautiful box - the natural blue colored paper has silver coloured kanji - signature by the master blacksmith.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Yoshimi Kato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32869369217112,"sku":"41011606916","price":225.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/41011606916_1.jpg?v=1750232437"},{"product_id":"mcusta-petty-damascus-classic-d-150mm","title":"Mcusta Petty Damascus Classic D 150mm (5.9\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese exquisite knives showcase a captivating stainless damascus pattern in combination with an opulent white Corian handle, exuding an aura of luxury that infuses every cut with boundless inspiration.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcusta Petty Damascus Classic D is a great performing kitchen knife, made from the popular VG-10 steel, clad into 33 layers of softer, stainless Damascus steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA petty knife is basically a smaller version of a gyuto knife (Chef's knife). 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A stainless bolster is added for a smooth transition from the blade to the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/parts-of-japanese-kitchen-knife\"\u003eflat ejiri\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a bottom part of the handle, has a function - it can be used for crushing garlic and other ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLACKSMITH:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMcusta Zanmai has an interesting (and very high tech) philosophy of knife manufacturing. With their 800-year tradition of making knives, they decided to incorporate traditional knife craftsmanship knowledge into their own custom-made machines. Mcusta is the only knife manufacturer who uses laser machines to cut out the knives, instead of stamping the knives out of the steel sheet. Due to this process, their blades are less susceptible to structural stresses in the steel, making them the most innovative and modern knife maker in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHandles and pins are milled to the precision of 1\/1000mm with their high-quality CNC machines. Every knife is then inspected and assembled by hand. 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The unique hammer imprints on the top part of the blade resemble a dazzling diamond pattern − hence the name SENKO. The blade has a high polish finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePetty Senko with a 120mm (4.7\") blade is essentially a smaller version of Gyuto knife (Chef's knife). Petty knives are intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy, both on and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for \u003cstrong\u003epeeling\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emincing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eparing\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003edecorating food\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe core of Senko knives is made of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eR2\/SG2\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003epowder steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e that is hardened to around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e62-63 HRC\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and two layers of a softer stainless steel protect the core steel. R2 is a high-quality steel that is easy to maintain and sharpen and retains edge for a long time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe octagonal handle is made from beautiful, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003edark rosewood that is rounded off with a maple ferrule\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. It fits comfortably in the hands of both left- and right-handed users. This is a great knife to own and use while marvelling at the amazing skills of the master blacksmith.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Yu Kurosaki:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eYu Kurosaki is a talented master blacksmith who lives in Takefu Knife Village, close to the city of Echizen. His knives are well known throughout Japan and also around the world for their beautiful, unique-looking design and superior quality. Hammer's dents on the blade are his signature finish, and just like with snowflakes, not a single dent is alike. Needless to say (but we will say it anyway), his knives don’t only look great but they’re also made of high-quality steel and have a razor sharp, long-lasting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBefore opening his own \u003cspan\u003esmithy\u003c\/span\u003e, Kurosaki-san was the apprentice of Hiroshi Kato, a master blacksmith with more than 50 years of knife-making experience. Kato-san is one of the founders of Takefu Knife Village, where now more than 10 master blacksmiths make knives by hand and put them on display for visitors to admire and learn more about their craft. Kurosaki-san is the youngest blacksmith to be granted the title of Master Nokaji by Takefu Knife Village Association and is a senior teacher there.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e☝️When you visit Japan, make sure to put the Takefu Knife Village to your itinerary!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a short video of Kurosaki's workshop:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"180\" width=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/173355033?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" mozallowfullscreen=\"\" webkitallowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Yu Kurosaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33152353566808,"sku":"190107041011","price":200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/YuKurosakiSenkoPetty120.jpg?v=1594917199"},{"product_id":"kurosaki-petty-senko-150mm","title":"Yu Kurosaki Petty Senko R2 150mm (5.9\") [Rosewood]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKurosaki Petty from the Senko line is another uniquely looking blade from the hands of a talented master blacksmith \u003cstrong\u003eYu Kurosaki\u003c\/strong\u003e. The unique hammer imprints on the top part of the blade resemble a dazzling diamond pattern − hence the name SENKO. The blade has a high polish finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePetty Senko 150mm (5.9\") blade is essentially a \u003cstrong\u003esmaller version\u003c\/strong\u003e of Gyuto knife (Chef's knife). Petty knives are intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy, both on and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for \u003cstrong\u003epeeling\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emincing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eparing\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003edecorating\u003c\/strong\u003e food. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe core of Senko knives is made of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eR2\/SG2\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003epowder steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e that is hardened to around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e62-63 HRC\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and two layers of a softer stainless steel protect the core steel. R2 is a high-quality steel that is easy to maintain and sharpen and retains edge for a long time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe octagonal handle is made from beautiful, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003edark rosewood that is rounded off with a maple ferrule\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. It fits comfortably in the hands of both left- and right-handed users. This is a great knife to own and use while marvelling at the amazing skills of the master blacksmith.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Yu Kurosaki:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eYu Kurosaki is a talented master blacksmith who lives in Takefu Knife Village, close to the city of Echizen. His knives are well known throughout Japan and also around the world for their beautiful, unique-looking design and superior quality. Hammer's dents on the blade are his signature finish, and just like with snowflakes, not a single dent is alike. Needless to say (but we will say it anyway), his knives don’t only look great but they’re also made of high-quality steel and have a razor sharp, long-lasting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBefore opening his own \u003cspan\u003esmithy\u003c\/span\u003e, Kurosaki-san was the apprentice of Hiroshi Kato, a master blacksmith with more than 50 years of knife-making experience. Kato-san is one of the founders of Takefu Knife Village, where now more than 10 master blacksmiths make knives by hand and put them on display for visitors to admire and learn more about their craft. Kurosaki-san is the youngest blacksmith to be granted the title of Master Nokaji by Takefu Knife Village Association and is a senior teacher there.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e☝️When you visit Japan, make sure to put the Takefu Knife Village to your itinerary!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a short video of Kurosaki's workshop:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"180\" width=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/173355033?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" mozallowfullscreen=\"\" webkitallowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Yu Kurosaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33152372473944,"sku":"190107071014","price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/KurosakiPettySenko150mm_190107071014_1_3.jpg?v=1610632942"},{"product_id":"sg2-petty-matte-120mm","title":"SG2 Petty Matte 120mm (4.7\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eSG2 Petty Matte is a small knife that provides the perfect complement to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-knives\/products\/sg2-bunka-matte-165mm\" title=\"SG2 Bunka Matte\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSG2 Bunka Matte\u003c\/a\u003e for any work done in the kitchen – be it home or professional. Just like with Bunka, Petty SG2 core steel is also clad in \u003cstrong\u003eSG2 powder steel that is very hard\u003c\/strong\u003e, extremely sharp, and retains its edge for a long time. It is also incredibly easy to maintain. We simply love its shape and narrow profile and therefore recommend it to everyone who can appreciate superior sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e120mm (4.7\") blade length\u003c\/strong\u003e, the blade is perfect for more delicate and freehand tasks where a larger (and wider) knife would perhaps prove too unwieldy. The narrow blade profile (21mm \/ 0.8\") and hard powder steel are a winning combination of \u003cstrong\u003esmooth and long-lasting sharpness\u003c\/strong\u003e, precise and fine gliding through food, as well as comfortable and easy maneuvering. Petty can be used for peeling, paring, decorating, coring apples, removing eyes in potatoes, chopping herbs, mincing garlic, and similar tasks. It is a knife you should absolutely consider adding to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis petty is made of \u003cstrong\u003eSG2\/R2 powder steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, hardened to around \u003cstrong\u003e62-63 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e. Powder steels are currently the hardest steels available for knife making, which means the knife will keep a smooth and sharp edge for an extremely long time. Due to the high content of chromium (Cr) in its steel structure, it is also incredibly easy to maintain. The composition and microstructure of the steel provide extremely fine and smooth sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife features a \u003cstrong\u003ematte, unpolished finish\u003c\/strong\u003e with a very pronounced line at the bottom of the blade. Forged with a common “sandwich” method called \u003cem\u003esan-mai\u003c\/em\u003e, this line indicates the border between the two softer, outer layers of steel, and the strong SG2 core steel, seen exposed at the very edge of the blade. We love the geometry and the wider profile, so we recommend it to all cooks, regardless if you are a professional chef or a passionate home cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle attached to the SG2 Petty Matte followed the same logic as the blade - universal and easy to maintain. A beautiful, \u003cstrong\u003edark brown, octagonal-shaped pakka wood handle\u003c\/strong\u003e sits well in your hands regardless if you are left- or right-handed. Pakka wood is a mixture of laminated wood and epoxy resin which is highly durable and will not get stained easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Suncraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33333879832664,"sku":"180107041030","price":175.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/SG2PettyMatte120mm.jpg?v=1599846575"},{"product_id":"tsunehisa-petty-ginsanko-nashiji-wa-135mm","title":"Tsunehisa Petty Ginsanko Nashiji Wa 135mm (5.3\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTsunehisa Petty Ginsanko Nashiji Wa 135mm (5.3\") blade length is basically a smaller version of a Gyuto knife (Chef's knife). Petty knives are intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy, both on and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for peeling, mincing, paring and decorating food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful and unique \u003cstrong\u003ehammer dents\u003c\/strong\u003e were left unpolished on the top part of the blade. At the bottom of the blade we can see a \u003cstrong\u003every pronounced, curvy line\u003c\/strong\u003e that goes along the entire length of the blade. This is the line between the core and the two softer, outer layers of steel that serve as additional protection of the core steel. Such sandwich of the harder core steel and softer outer steels is called san-mai clad, most of today's Japanese knives are made this way. The heart of this gyuto is made of \u003cstrong\u003eHitachi's Silver III steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, also named Ginsan steel or Ginsanko, which was hardened to around \u003cstrong\u003e63 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e. Due to its high content of Chromium (Cr), Ginsan steel will resist corrosion very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlacksmiths decided to fit a \u003cstrong\u003etraditional Japanese (Wa) wooden handle\u003c\/strong\u003e on this beautiful knife. It is made of \u003cstrong\u003emagnolia wood\u003c\/strong\u003e with a black ferrule and is \u003cstrong\u003eoval-shaped\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it will fit in the hands of both left- and right-handed users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for first-time buyers of a Japanese kitchen knife. It can also serve as a wonderful gift!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLACKSMITH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tsunehisa\"\u003eTsunehisa\u003c\/a\u003e is a curated brand that brings together high-quality knives from Japan’s top smithing regions—Tosa, Seki, and Sakai. Each area specializes in distinct steels and techniques: Tosa is known for Ginsanko and AUS-8; Seki for the V-Gold series; and Sakai for its traditional single-bevel Honyaki knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tsunehisa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33715728253016,"sku":"410107401039","price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/GinsankoNashijiPetty135.jpg?v=1600685076"},{"product_id":"set-sg2-matte-knife-set-bunka-petty","title":"[SET] SG2 Matte Knife Set [Bunka + Petty]","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimalistic Design. Powder Steel. SG2 Knife Set.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTwo Japanese knives in the SG2 Matte Knife Set - \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sg2-bunka-matte-165mm\" title=\"SG2 Bunka Matte\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSG2 Bunka Matte\u003c\/a\u003e \u0026amp; \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sg2-petty-matte-120mm\" title=\"SG2 Petty Matte\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSG2 Petty Matte\u003c\/a\u003e - have an impressive spec sheet. Here is the rundown:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSG2 Powder Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eOne of the hardest steels available for knife making. 62-63 HRC hardness level will make sure the blades remain sharp and smooth for a long time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStainless\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSan-mai (sandwich) cladding of the core SG2 stainless steel and 2 external layers of softer, also stainless steel. Low maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComfortable\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYou will only find one sharp edge. Others were smoothed out for a comfortable grip for the long day in the (professional) kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurable Handle\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe handle is made of Pakka wood, an engineered wood\/resin composite that makes for a strong and ultra-durable material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMinimalistic Design\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFor those who like the minimalistic looks. No frills, a simple matte blade finish with a single line at the edge - the exposed SG2 steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e👉 SG2 Bunka Matte 165mm (6.5\") \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its 165mm (6.5\") blade length, SG2 Bunka Matte makes for a highly versatile knife suitable for cutting vegetables, meat and fish. The slim blade profile (1.8mm) and hard powder Japanese steel provide a winning combination of smooth and long-lasting sharpness, precise cutting and comfortable and fast work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe love the geometry and the slim profile, so we recommend it to all cooks, regardless if you are a professional chef or a passionate home cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e👉 SG2 Petty Matte 120mm (4.7\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis small Petty knife that provides the perfect complement to\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"\/collections\/japanese-knives\/products\/sg2-bunka-matte-165mm\" title=\"SG2 Bunka Matte\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSG2 Bunka Matte\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor any work done in the kitchen – be it home or professional. At\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e120 mm length\u003c\/strong\u003e, the blade is perfect for more delicate and freehand tasks where a larger (and wider) knife would perhaps prove too unwieldy. The narrow blade profile (1.4 mm) and hard powder steel are a winning combination of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esmooth and long-lasting sharpness\u003c\/strong\u003e, precise and fine gliding through food, as well as comfortable and easy maneuvering. Petty can be used for peeling, paring, decorating, coring apples, removing eyes in potatoes, chopping herbs, mincing garlic, and similar tasks. 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The knife was hardened to around\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e62-63 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means it will stay sharp for a very, very long time. The composition and microstructure of the steel provide extremely fine and smooth sharpness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"normal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a double bevel (50\/50 symmetrical) blade. 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A beautiful, dark brown, octagonal-shaped pakka wood handle sits well in your hands regardless if you are left- or right-handed. Pakka wood is a mixture of laminated wood and epoxy resin which is highly durable and will not get stained easily.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"normal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLACKSMITH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSG2 Bunka Matte is forged by Japanese knifemaker Suncraft in the famous knife city Seki in Gifu prefecture. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suncraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33422363394136,"sku":"00047","price":357.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/set-SG2-petty-bunka.jpg?v=1602664385"},{"product_id":"tojiro-petty-atelier-aogami-120mm","title":"Tojiro Petty Atelier Aogami 120mm (4.7\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis hand-forged petty presents the top level of TOJIRO’s offer of multi-purpose, small kitchen knives. The excellent Aogami #2 core is hand-forged using the traditional method into a beautiful 21-layer Damascus pattern with black kuro-uchi patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/types-of-japanese-kitchen-knives\/#petty\" title=\"Petty\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePetty design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy, both on and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for peeling, mincing, paring and decorating food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe core of the knife is Aogami #2 steel (one of the most regarded high-carbon steels), clad in two layers of softer layers of steel (called san-\u003c\/span\u003emai\u003cspan\u003e clad). This is a great combination of two different types of steel - the outer layers will make the blade more resistant to chipping by making it more flexible, and at the same time, we have top-notch steel for the cutting edge. Advantages of Aogami #2 steel are a very fine, gentle sharpness, it is easy to sharpen, and remains sharp for a long time. The lower part of the blade where the  Aogami #2 steel is exposed will develop some patina after time, so we recommend \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ballistol-knife-maintenance-oil-50ml\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eoiling the blade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e regularly in order to prevent the development of rust. \u003ca title=\"Patina\" href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/maintenance-of-kitchen-knives#patina\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/maintenance-of-kitchen-knives#patina\"\u003eRead more about how to take care of high carbon knives and patina in our Knife maintenance blog post.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Kuro-uchi finish, the untreated upper part of the blade has an already-developed dark patina that protects the blade and gives it a traditional Japanese look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife was fitted with a large, D-Shape, traditional Japanese wooden handle, made of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emagnolia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wood with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo horn ferrule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Suitable for a demanding chef for home or professional use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in TOJIRO ATELIER, known for elaborate custom-made knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eABOUT TOJIRO:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers, with headquarters in Niigata. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. The company is divided into two sections: TOJIRO Factory and more recent TOJIRO ATELIER, the latter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e dedicated to producing elaborate custom-made knives. Visitors are welcome to visit both spaces and experience the knife manufacturing process (with all its sounds and smells) firsthand by observing the workflow from a raised catwalk. For more info on TOJIRO and it's master blacksmith \u003cstrong\u003eTomoo Matsumura\u003c\/strong\u003e check the video below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a72oM2wiWHo\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33439997984856,"sku":"010107041048","price":370.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/TojiroAogamiPettyAtelier120mm_010107041048_1.jpg?v=1740397674"},{"product_id":"tamahagane-tsubame-petty-120mm","title":"Tamahagane \"TSUBAME\" Petty 120mm (4.7\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot all tasks require a large chef’s knife—sometimes, a petty knife is the perfect tool for the job. It excels at tasks that require precision, such as peeling, coring, and delicate slicing, because its small size gives you great control in-hand and on the cutting board. \u003cbr\u003eWhether you’re peeling potatoes, mincing garlic, or want your strawberries sliced just right, one thing is sure—the petty knife is a tool you’ll reach for time and again.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its timeless design and lasting durability, Tamahagane “Tsubame” Petty delivers outstanding value at a reasonable price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamahagane Petty knife is basically a smaller version of Gyuto (Chef's knife). With its 120mm (4.7\") it's perfect for all those \u003cstrong\u003esmaller tasks where a larger knife is deemed unwieldy\u003c\/strong\u003e. On and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for \u003cstrong\u003epeeling, mincing, paring and decorating food\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTEEL:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis series from Tamahagane is made from VG-5 stainless steel. It is another high-grade steel from Takefu Steel Ltd., designed with high-quality cutting tools in mind. After hardening, it reaches a hardness of about 60 HRC, which guarantees good sharpness. VG-5 is characterized by high resistance to corrosion, as well as wear and cracking, making it a great choice for pro chefs working in a commercial kitchen. VG-5 steel belongs to the V-Gold group of steel, which means that it is extremely hard and corrosion-resistant and gives the blade a sharpness that is second to none. It is durable, as well as easy to sharpen and care for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVG-5 composition: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarbon: 0,7-0,8 %, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eChromium: 13-15 %, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eMolybdenum: 0,2-0,4 %, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eVanadium: 0,1-0,2 %, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eNickel: \u0026lt;0,25%, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eCopper: \u0026lt;0,25%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe beveled edge is sharpened by hand at a 14-15˚ angle and features an incredible mirror polish finish with perfect balance between sharpness and strength, thus the blade is also suitable for work in a professional environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLAMINATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe core is enveloped by two outer layers of \u003cstrong\u003eSUS410 stainless steel \u003c\/strong\u003ehardened to between 28-32 HRC that enhance \u003cstrong\u003eflexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e and protect the core from external elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAt the start, the three layers are 20mm thick and are compressed to just 2mm during the forging process. 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Each area specializes in distinct steels and techniques: Tosa is known for Ginsanko and AUS-8; Seki for the V-Gold series; and Sakai for its traditional single-bevel Honyaki knives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsunehisa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33715727695960,"sku":"410107401051","price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/MoradoPettyKuro-uchi135mm_2.jpg?v=1612771544"},{"product_id":"hokiyama-petty-ginsanko-135mm","title":"Hokiyama Petty Ginsanko 135mm (5.3\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHokiyama smithy made these Petty knives just for us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe asked them to combine their proven blade shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and stainless steel (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGinsanko\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, hardness at 63 HRC!), then match it with a timeless \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003erosewood handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e known for its durability and comfortable grip. It’s a nice combo, don’t you think?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHokiyama Petty Ginsanko 135mm (5.3\") is basically a smaller version of a Gyuto knife (Chef's knife). Petty knives are intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy, both on and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for peeling, mincing, paring and decorating food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful and unique \u003cstrong\u003ehammer dents\u003c\/strong\u003e were left unpolished on the top part of the blade. At the bottom of the blade we can see a \u003cstrong\u003every pronounced, curvy line\u003c\/strong\u003e that goes along the entire length of the blade. This is the line between the core and the two softer, outer layers of steel that serve as additional protection of the core steel. Such sandwich of the harder core steel and softer outer steels is called san-mai clad, most of today's Japanese knives are made this way. The heart of this gyuto is made of \u003cstrong\u003eHitachi's Silver III steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, also named Ginsan steel or Ginsanko, which was hardened to around \u003cstrong\u003e63 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e. Due to its high content of Chromium (Cr), Ginsan steel will resist corrosion very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHokiyama blacksmiths decided to fit a \u003cstrong\u003etraditional Japanese (Wa) wooden handle\u003c\/strong\u003e on this beautiful knife. The handle is made of \u003cstrong\u003eRosewood \u003c\/strong\u003eand is \u003cstrong\u003eoval-shaped\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it will fit in the hands of both left- and right-handed users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for first-time buyers of a Japanese kitchen knife. It can also serve as a wonderful gift!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Hokiyama:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHokiyama Hamono is a leading smithy in Kochi Prefecture in Japan. They have recently celebrated their 100-year anniversary, founded in 1919. Hokiyama Hamono is known for their quality as they follow the tradition of hand-made blades that has been around for over 800 years. They retain the handiwork and traditional craftsmanship that is passed down from generation to generation while striving for the ever-new knowledge and innovation. Despite the fact that they make knives according to the traditional methods, they follow the modern technological guidelines in the field of metallurgy, material processing and innovations in production processes. Hokiyama, in their own words, is a fusion of tradition (土佐 一), innovation (無限) and practicality (左近).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach knife in the workshop goes through about 50 different processes that are performed and controlled by experienced craftsmen. Among the various steps required to make a Hokiyama knife is a special process called Rolling-Forging. 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It’s a nice combo, don’t you think?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKnives in this set:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hokiyama-kiritsuke-ginsanko-210mm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHOKIYAMA KIRITSUKE GINSANKO 210MM (8.3\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hokiyama-petty-ginsanko-135mm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHOKIYAMA PETTY GINSANKO 135MM (5.3\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKiritsuke knives\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e were primarily intended only for the head sushi chef. While the blade profile is slightly flatter than in the case of gyuto knives, it is still a multifunctional knife, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003esuitable for everyday use.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e The 210mm (8.3\") blade length is an optimal size for chopping vegetables as well as cutting larger pieces of meat and fish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA petty knife\u003c\/b\u003e is an essential part of every kitchen. We need a smaller knife for all those tasks where our main, larger knife is just too big and unwieldy. The 135mm (5.3”) blade length is a perfect match for a 210mm (8.3”) kiritsuke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTEEL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe heart of these knives is made of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHitachi's Silver III steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, also named Ginsan steel or Ginsanko, which was hardened to around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e63 HRC.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Due to its high content of Chromium (Cr), Ginsan steel will resist corrosion very well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLAMINATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the bottom of the blades, we can see a \u003cstrong\u003every pronounced, curvy line\u003c\/strong\u003e that extends along the entire length of the blade. This is the line between the core and the two softer, outer layers of steel that serve as additional protection of the core steel. This cladding of the harder core steel with softer outer steels is called san-mai clad. Most Japanese knives are made this way today. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis technique, called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003esan-mai,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is used to protect the hard (but delicate) core from outside factors, such as rusting and physical impacts, which could lead to breakage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe knives bear visible impressions of the hand-forging process. Beautiful and unique \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehammer dents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e were left unpolished on the top part of the blades – the blade's surface sports a beautiful hammered nashiji finish, resembling the skin of the Asian pear, which is then separated from the cutting edge by a smooth kasumi line. The nashiji finish also serves a practical purpose, preventing slices of food from sticking to the blade while cutting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Japanese (Wa) wooden handles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e were fitted \u003c\/span\u003eon these beautiful knives. The handles are made of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erosewood \u003c\/strong\u003eand are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoval-shaped\u003c\/strong\u003e, so they are suitable for both left- and right-handed users.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Hokiyama:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHokiyama Hamono is a leading smithy in Kochi Prefecture, Japan. They have been making Japanese knives for more than the past 100 years (they were founded in 1919). Hokiyama Hamono is known for the excellent quality of their knives. They use traditional skills, which have been around for over 800 years, to make them. Their work reflects the handiwork and traditional craftsmanship that has been passed down from generation to generation, yet they also strive to combine this with ever-new knowledge and innovation. Their knives combine the best of both worlds – they make knives using ancient traditional methods and, at the same time, follow modern technological guidelines and innovations in the field of metallurgy, material processing, and production processes. Hokiyama, in the smithy's own words, is a fusion of tradition (土佐 一), innovation (無限), and practicality (左近).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach knife in the workshop goes through about 50 different processes, which are performed and controlled by experienced craftsmen. Among the various steps required to make a Hokiyama knife, there is a special process called Rolling-Forging. It enables the efficient and uniform production of knives while maintaining the properties and qualities of Japanese steel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hokiyama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33513447784536,"sku":"00049","price":301.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/hokiyama-set-WA.jpg?v=1605802939"},{"product_id":"hokiyama-petty-kuro-uchi-135mm-blade","title":"Hokiyama Petty Kuro-uchi 135mm (5.3\") - BLADE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHokiyama Petty Kuro-uchi 135mm (5.3\") is a great versatile knife with a black Kuro-uchi protective patina and hammer dents, which gives it a unique and rustic appearance. The petty blade shape is\u003c\/span\u003e a smaller version of a Gyuto knife (Chef's knife), which makes it a must-have knife in every kitchen,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blade is available without a handle, so this is your chance to make your own handle or \u003ca title=\"Knife handle\" href=\"\/collections\/knife-handle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eorder it separately\u003c\/a\u003e, so you can put together a one-of-a-kind knife that is perfectly suited to your taste and needs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePetty knives are intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy, both on and off the cutting board, it can be used for peeling, mincing, paring, and decorating food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTEEL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe core of this knife is Hitachi's Super Blue Steel (Aogami Super), which is the very top quality of traditional Japanese steels. This knife was heat-treated to around 63 HRC. It is a very hard steel, meaning that it will retain a super-fine sharpness for a long time. In addition, due to the high carbon content (1.4-1.5%), the knife is very easy to sharpen. Among the high carbon steels, Aogami Super is also the least sensitive to rust. It also contains 0.4% vanadium as an admixture for micronized metal grains, which gives the steel more toughness. Aogami Super is rated as the most advanced carbon steel. The outer layers are of softer, stainless steel, giving the knife extra rust protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Kuro-uchi (black) patina on the upper part of the knife gives it a unique and rustic appearance. Kuro-uchi finish, the unprocessed (black) part on the top side of the blade has already developed a dark patina, which protects the blade and gives it a traditional Japanese look. The knife bears visible impressions of the hand-forging process (round hammer dents on the blade), which gives it a beautiful finish and also prevents food from sticking to the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis knife is without a handle, so you can fit your own. Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/knife-handles\"\u003eselection of handles\u003c\/a\u003e and create your own, custom-looking knife! If you would like that we fit the selected handle to the blade for you, select \u003ci\u003eHandle fitting service\u003c\/i\u003e when adding the blade to the cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLACKSMITH: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHokiyama Hamono is a leading smithy in Kochi Prefecture in Japan. They have recently celebrated their 100-year anniversary, founded in 1919. Hokiyama Hamono is known for their quality as they follow the tradition of hand-made blades that has been around for over 800 years. They retain the handiwork and traditional craftsmanship that is passed down from generation to generation, while striving for the ever-new knowledge and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hokiyama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33521920737368,"sku":"390107401069","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/MoradoPettyKuro-uchi135mmblade_390107401069.jpg?v=1746439444"},{"product_id":"kato-yuki-petty-120mm","title":"Kato Yuki Petty 120mm (4.7\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe striking new collection by the \u003cstrong\u003ebrand Masakage\u003c\/strong\u003e and blacksmith \u003cstrong\u003eYoshimi Kato\u003c\/strong\u003e is called \u003cstrong\u003eYuki\u003c\/strong\u003e - snow. The subtle whiteness of the blade and the light magnolia handle are designed to remind one of a snowy winter landscape. With a carbon steel core and stainless outer layers, this line represents the perfect blend of beauty and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKato Yuki Petty 120mm (4.7\") blade is essentially a smaller version of Gyuto knife (Chef's knife). Petty knives are intended for all those smaller tasks where larger knives are deemed unwieldy, both on and off the cutting board. A must-have knife in every kitchen, it can be used for peeling, mincing, paring and decorating food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe finish of the blade is called \u003cstrong\u003eNashiji\u003c\/strong\u003e, the literal translation of the word being \"the skin of an (Asian) pear\". It refers to the slightly matted surface of the upper part of the blade, which not only has aesthetic value but is also practical, since the uneven surface reduces the sticking of the food to the blade when slicing.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe knife’s core is \u003cstrong\u003eShirogami 2 (White 2) steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, surrounded by two layers of stainless steel that also hugs the spine of the blade. The knife is hardened to \u003cstrong\u003e62-63 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e. The combination of carbon steel core and stainless outer layers gives us the best of both .worlds: easy maintenance and rust protection on one hand and sharpness, a silky smooth edge and efficient cutting and chopping on the other. Using the blade will give it a patina on the lower edge of the blade along the shinogi line separating the layers of steel. Despite the rust-proof outer layers, the knife must be cleaned with regular and careful wiping and occasional application of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/knife-maintenance-oils\" title=\"Knife maintenance oils\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBallistol or Camellia oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi Kato, a relatively young blacksmith from the famous Takefu village, known for many skilled blacksmiths, gave the blade a\u003c\/span\u003e traditional japanese handle, oval in shape, made of magnolia wood with a ring made of red (stabilized) wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe knife is packed in a beautiful box - the natural blue colored paper has silver coloured kanji - signature by the master blacksmith.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Yoshimi Kato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33628789801048,"sku":"410107041072","price":200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/osterrob01450-v2.jpg?v=1609242681"},{"product_id":"kuro-uchi-ajikiri-100mm-blade","title":"Yoshida Ajikiri SUJ-2 Kuro-uchi 100mm (3.9\") - BLADE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yoshida Ajikiri SUJ-2 Kuro-uchi 100mm (3.9\") blade is available without a handle. This is your chance to make your own handle or order it separately so you can put together a one-of-a-kind knife that is perfectly suited to your taste and needs. The knife is also available with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kuro-uchi-ajikiri-100mm\" title=\"Kuro-uchi Ajikiri\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ean oval handle in magnolia wood.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuro-uchi Ajikiri is a small kitchen knife, suitable for all sorts of cutting tasks. In Japan it is mostly used for cutting smaller fish. Kuro-uchi series knives are traditional Japanese rustic knives. Its price is very affordable for the quality of a hand-forged knife. It is suitable for the first purchase of a traditional Japanese knife. The blade is forged in SUJ-2 steel, which offers incredible capacities, hardness is 63-64 HRC, and at the same time, the knife is very easy to resharpen. The blade requires some extra care. After the use rinse it well and dry it. The name of kuro-uchi refers to the final look of the blade, which is unprocessed on the top and has already developed a dark patina, which protects the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshida Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33663460999256,"sku":"030107321080","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Kuro-uchiAjikiri_030107321080.jpg?v=1746439434"},{"product_id":"kuro-uchi-utility-175mm-blade","title":"Yoshida Utility SUJ-2 Kuro-uchi 175mm (6.9\") - BLADE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Kuro-uchi Utility 175mm (6.9\") blade is available without a handle. This is your chance to make your own handle or order it separately, so you can put together a one-of-a-kind knife that is perfectly suited to your taste and needs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuro-uchi Utility is a mid-sized kitchen knife suitable for all sorts of cutting tasks. Kuro-uchi series knives are traditional Japanese rustic knives. Its price is very affordable for the quality of a hand-forged knife. It is suitable for the first purchase of a traditional Japanese knife. The blade is forged in SUJ-2 steel, which offers incredible capacities, hardness is 63-64 HRC, and at the same time the knife is very easy to resharpen. The blade requires some extra care. After the use, rinse it well and dry it. 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Japanese knife manufacturer TOJIRO designed a cute little knife for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"\u003ePINK\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: #e9c22e;\"\u003eYELLOW \u003c\/span\u003e\u0026amp; \u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eBLUE\u003c\/span\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was designed to provide children with a fully usable, functional knife, but of course with \u003cstrong\u003emany\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e safety features\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003emaximize safety\u003c\/strong\u003e. The knife is made out of molybdenum stainless steel, and the edge is actually quite sharp (which we agree it should be). Both the tip and the heel of the blade have been rounded and dulled to prevent accidental cuts and injuries. The curved heel provides great support for your child's index finger. The handle is made of Lamar resin which makes it slip-resistant and comfortable to use. The handle oval and thin to fit in smaller hands. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ We cannot stress enough that this is still a sharp knife and if not used under strict adult supervision, it can cause harm and injuries to your children. Please make sure to take enough time to teach your children about the proper usage and safety of using a kitchen knife. This knife is suitable for children \u003cstrong\u003eolder than 3 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. With all this in mind - this small knife is an excellent and fun way of introducing your curious children to the beauties of cooking and preparing food. Have fun, stay sharp and safe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe question we get asked a lot is \"How soon can my child start using a kitchen knife?\" While the age differs from kid to kid the rule of thumb is the following:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChildren should be introduced to knife use gradually and with a knife that is specifically adapted to their developing hands. These knives are identical in function to an 'adult' knife, but with additional safety features; a rounded point and heel, and a smaller diameter handle with rubberised grip enabling a better hold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChildren (under adult supervision, of course!) can start using such a knife at about 4 years of age. As their hands tire quickly, prolonged use is recommended only after the age of 8. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn our view, transitioning to regular knives is advisable only during their teenage years (ages 14 and above), once their hand has developed sufficiently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"TOJIRO","offers":[{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":33723980087384,"sku":"010123041074","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":33723980120152,"sku":"010123041072","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":33723980152920,"sku":"010123041073","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Tojiro_myfirst_knife120mm.jpg?v=1740397650"},{"product_id":"hap-40-petty-black-135mm-blade","title":"HAP-40 Petty Black 135mm (5.3\") - BLADE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHAP-40 Petty Black 135mm (5.3\") is a small kitchen knife from our HAP-40 series which we designed in collaboration with the Yoshida Hamono smithy.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith this series, we fused Japanese tradition and knowledge of blade design and materials processing, and what came out is a versatile kitchen knife made of powder steel that is simple to use and maintain. To top it off, it boasts incredible properties, characteristic of only the best performing and most practical Japanese blades!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHAP-40 Petty Black embodies the best characteristics we could possibly expect from a kitchen knife:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe shape of the blade allows for work on the cutting board, as well as for the in-hand use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe blade tapers off towards the tip and lends itself perfectly to precise work with food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine – and extremely long-lasting – sharpness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery hard powder steel with a hardness of 68 HRC. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple maintenance and sharpening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePetty or utility knife is basically a smaller version of gyuto or chef's knife, intended for all those smaller tasks where larger and wider knives are deemed unwieldy. A must-have in every kitchen, this small general-purpose knife is used for peeling and slicing fruit and vegetables, while its compact size and a relatively narrow blade also makes it very nimble and thus perfect for filleting fish, cutting poultry, slicing smaller pieces of dry meats and trimming meat. The blade is 135mm (5.3\") long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis knife is without a handle, so you can fit your own. Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/knife-handles\"\u003eselection of handles\u003c\/a\u003e and create your own, custom-looking knife! If you would like that we fit the selected handle to the blade for you, select \u003ci\u003eHandle fitting service\u003c\/i\u003e when adding the blade to the cart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTEEL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe secret of this knife lies in extremely (68 HRC!) hard core made of a somewhat exotic and currently one of the most mysterious and attractive steels produced in Japan (at least as far as kitchen knives are concerned): Hitachi’s HAP-40 steel that fits into the category of modern and technologically advanced steels. HAP-40 is fine-grained enough to sharpen very well, and knives from this steel keep their sharpness 3-5 times longer than traditional knives. An interesting fact is that, considering it is a powder steel, it has an extremely small content of chromium (around 4%) and can react as a high-carbon steel in specific circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis steel is heat-treated to an incredible 68 HRC, yet it can still be relatively easily sharpened on whetstones. It is extremely tough, and so not as likely to chip along the edge as the steel used in traditional knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPOSITION\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.27–1.37% carbon (C), 3.70–4.70% chromium (Cr), 5.60–6.40% tungsten (W), 4.60–5.40% molybdenum (Mo), 2.80–3.30% vanadium (V) and 7.50–8.50% cobalt (Co).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLAMINATION:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eOsamu-san chose a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-lamination\"\u003ewarikomi\u003c\/a\u003e (also called “split and insert”) method. A glowing hot piece of iron is split and a piece of steel is inserted. The new material is now forged into one piece composed of a very hard steel core in a jacket of two external layers of softer, stainless steel. This creates a highly durable kitchen knife with a slightly more pliable core. The main advantage of these knives is that they are thin, sharp and retain their edge very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a \u003cstrong\u003edouble bevel (symmetrical) blade.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade has a dark finish which is the reason this look is also called \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ekuro-uchi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - the word “kuro” means black. This look is traditional and robust, with an unprocessed top part of the blade that has already developed a dark patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE BLACKSMITH:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe knife is manufactured at the smithy of \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blacksmiths-japan\/producer-yoshida-hamono\"\u003eYoshida Hamono\u003c\/a\u003e in Japan, a family company with an age-long tradition in manufacturing state-of-the-art tools and Japanese swords, i.e., katanas, by hand. Yoshida Hamono has a great deal of experience forging ZDP-189 steel in the traditional manner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshida Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39277574127704,"sku":"030107401089","price":205.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/ZDP-189PettyBlack135mm-blade_2.jpg?v=1756725316"}],"url":"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/collections\/small-kitchen-knives.oembed?page=5","provider":"SharpEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}