About the Shape - This is the knife for smaller jobs that are done on a cutting board. Perfect for slicing shallots, cutting herbs, and boning smaller proteins. Additionally, Petty knives are an indispensable tool for those who feel uncomfortable wielding a larger chef knife.
About Masakage Kiri -Masakage’s Kiri (mist) line are hand-forged from VG-10, a high carbon, stainless steel created for knife making and then laminated with 49-layer Damascus. Truly useable art! Paired with an oval handle made of white magnolia and red pakka, the balance and overall feel is something that a serious cook craves.
VG-10 is steel designed to make knives; it brings sharpness, toughness and stain resistance together in the best combination possible. You’ll never see your food discolour or have to pick up a rusty knife.
| Knife Shape | Petty |
|---|---|
| Blade Length | 120mm |
| Blade Height | 31mm |
| Spine Thickness at Heel | 2.2mm |
| Weight | 58g |
| Steel Type | VG10 Stainless Steel |
| Rockwell Hardness | 60-62 |
| Edge/Bevel | Double (50/50) |
| Handle | Wa (Japanese) Handle, Oval Magnolia wood handle with pakka wood collar |
| Blacksmith | Yoshimi Kato |
| Knife Line | Masakage Kiri |
