{"product_id":"mcusta-petty-damascus-flame-110mm","title":"Mcusta Petty Damascus Flame 110mm (4.3\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMcusta Petty Damascus Flame VG-10 110mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact Japanese utility knife combining precise cutting performance with a striking Damascus pattern. Its 33 layers of stainless Damascus steel create a distinctive flame-like design that flows along the blade, giving each knife its own unique appearance. At its core lies high-performance VG-10 stainless steel, known for its excellent sharpness, good edge retention, and relatively easy sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its compact\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eblade, this petty is designed for smaller kitchen tasks where a full-sized chef's knife would feel cumbersome. It is particularly useful for peeling and trimming fruit and vegetables, mincing smaller ingredients, and performing delicate, detailed cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePetty\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Japanese utility knife, essentially a smaller version of the gyuto or chef's knife. Its narrow blade and pointed tip provide excellent control for precise cutting tasks, both on and off the cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e110 mm (4.3\")\u003c\/strong\u003e, this petty is especially maneuverable and well suited to working with smaller ingredients. Its compact size makes it ideal for peeling fruit, trimming vegetables, removing small imperfections, mincing herbs, and preparing decorative garnishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to longer petty knives, the 110 mm version offers greater control for intricate tasks, although its shorter cutting edge makes it less practical for slicing larger ingredients or trimming substantial pieces of meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flat \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/parts-of-japanese-kitchen-knife\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eejiri\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the handle can also be used for lightly crushing garlic and other small ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSTEEL:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade features a core of \u003cstrong\u003eVG-10 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, a popular Japanese knife steel known for its excellent balance of sharpness, edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ease of maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVG-10 can achieve a fine, precise cutting edge and retains its sharpness well during everyday kitchen use. Its stainless properties make it particularly practical for preparing fruit, vegetables, and other ingredients that contain moisture or natural acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel is also relatively straightforward to resharpen on whetstones, making it a dependable choice for both home cooks and professional users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLAMINATION:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VG-10 steel core is surrounded by multiple layers of softer stainless steel, forming the knife's distinctive \u003cstrong\u003e33-layer Damascus construction\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer layers support and protect the harder cutting core while creating the decorative pattern that gives the Damascus Flame series its recognizable appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife features a \u003cstrong\u003edouble-bevel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for both left- and right-handed users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact, narrow profile and finely sharpened edge provide excellent maneuverability and control during precise cutting tasks. The pointed tip is particularly useful for peeling, trimming, scoring, and preparing small ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with other fine-edged Japanese kitchen knives, avoid cutting through bones, frozen ingredients, or applying excessive sideways pressure to the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade features a striking \u003cstrong\u003eDamascus Flame pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e, created by the contrasting layers of stainless steel surrounding the VG-10 core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowing lines resemble flames spreading along the blade, creating a dynamic appearance that makes each knife visually distinctive. The polished finish emphasizes the layered pattern and complements the rich red color of the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHANDLE:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife features an ergonomic \u003cstrong\u003ered pakkawood handle\u003c\/strong\u003e with a full-tang construction. Pakkawood is a durable, resin-treated wood composite known for its resistance to moisture and comfortable, smooth finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree rivets securely attach the handle scales to the tang, with a decorative \u003cstrong\u003emosaic pin\u003c\/strong\u003e in the center adding an elegant finishing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stainless steel bolster provides a smooth transition between the blade and handle, contributing to a comfortable grip and balanced feel during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flat end of the handle, known as the \u003cem\u003eejiri\u003c\/em\u003e, offers an additional practical feature for lightly crushing garlic and similar small ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eABOUT MCUSTA ZANMAI:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMcusta Zanmai\u003c\/strong\u003e (Marusho Industry Inc.) is a Japanese knife manufacturer known for combining traditional craftsmanship with advanced manufacturing technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts blades are precision laser-cut, while modern CNC machining is used to produce carefully fitted handles and components. Each knife is then assembled, inspected, and finished by hand, with the final cutting edge sharpened by skilled craftsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination of modern precision and traditional finishing techniques is central to the company's approach to knife manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/strong\u003e The name Mcusta combines the English words \u003cem\u003eMachine\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eCustom\u003c\/em\u003e, reflecting the company's philosophy of bringing together advanced manufacturing and handcrafted details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mcusta Zanmai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55056418144602,"sku":"170107272112","price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/McustaPettyDamascusFlame110mm_170107272112_1.jpg?v=1792663122","url":"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/products\/mcusta-petty-damascus-flame-110mm","provider":"SharpEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}