{"product_id":"tsunehisa-petty-swedish-steel-damascus-washiji-135mm","title":"Tsunehisa Petty Swedish Steel Damascus Washiji 135mm (5.3\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTsunehisa Petty Swedish Steel Damascus Washiji 135mm\u003c\/strong\u003e 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\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/blogs\/knife-types\/what-is-a-petty-knife-used-for\"\u003eA petty knife\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a multi-purpose knife that is smaller in size than other Japanese knives, so it also allows for in-hand work such as coring and peeling, as well as other smaller tasks for which larger knives are deemed unwieldy. It is seen as one of the most important knives to have in the kitchen, coming second only to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/collections\/gyuto-knives-chefs-knife\"\u003egyuto\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(the Japanese version of the Western chef’s knife).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason for its popularity lies in its small size and sturdy spine—it can handle most small and intricate tasks that other knives are too big or fragile for, including in-hand work such as peeling, or cutting meat at the tendons. Its smallness is also the source of its name petty, which comes from the French word “petit”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTEEL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade is forged from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/blogs\/knives-101\/steel-heart-of-japanese-knives\"\u003eSwedish steel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(19c27, Sandvik), a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003every popular steel among Japanese knifemakers. This high-carbon steel (\u003cstrong\u003e63 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e) delivers a fine, long-lasting edge and good corrosion resistance, making it ideal for professional chefs and home users who demand top performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its high hardness, the blade is easy to re-sharpen and simple to maintain, ensuring exceptional durability and long-term use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLAMINATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade’s core was laminated using the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-lamination\"\u003esan-mai method\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to improve its structural integrity and subsequent ability to withstand impacts and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/blogs\/sharpening\/why-can-japanese-knives-chip\"\u003eprevent chipping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis knife boasts a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\"\u003estriking blade finish\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat combines the elegance of Damascus steel with the unique Washiji texture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWashiji finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, applied by the blacksmith with a special hammer, creates a subtle matte\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etexture on the upper part of the blade. More than just decorative, this finish reduces food sticking by creating tiny air pockets, allowing the blade to glide smoothly through ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneath the Washiji finish, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus layers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ereveal graceful, flowing lines of folded steel. Together, these two finishes create a blade that is not only visually captivating but also highly functional in everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHANDLE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis knife is fitted with a traditional\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Wa handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted from magnolia wood and finished with a buffalo horn ferrule. Its octagonal shape provides a comfortable, balanced grip for both left- and right-handed users.\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":54421407662426,"sku":"410107402039","price":190.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/TsunehisaPettySwedishSteelDamascusWashiji135mm_410107402039-2.jpg?v=1784013345","url":"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/products\/tsunehisa-petty-swedish-steel-damascus-washiji-135mm","provider":"SharpEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}