Shape | Petty |
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Blade Length | 150 mm |
Steel Type | Ginsan Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Cladding |
Rockwell Hardness | 60–62 |
Edge/Bevel | Double (50/50) |
Handle | Wa (Japanese) Handle - |
Blacksmith/Maker | Shogo Yamatsuka |
Knife Line | Hado Sakai Ginsan |
Sharpener | Tadataka Maruyama |
Made in | Sakai, Osaka, Japan |
Brand | Hado Sakai |
A note about measurements: Handmade Japanese knives can vary in their dimensions, so these measurements are only an example.
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 Hado Sakai Ginsan - Hado Sakai sources blades from the best knife makers in Sakai, and has them sharpened by their resident master-sharpener, Maruyama-san.
The Ginsan series is forged by Yamatsuka-san, with the famous Ginsan stainless steel. Ginsan was created to cut like high carbon steel, with none of the maintenance that carbon steel is know for. It's perfect for home cooks who don't want to keep their knives dry, or the professional who needs a more rugged knife. Lightweight, flashy, and perfect for any kind of cook!