Hatsukokoro Kokugei Kurouchi Petty 120mm with Walnut Handle
R1,885.00
Hatsukokoro
Hatsukokoro works with a wide variety of artisans outside Osaka, Japan, from blacksmiths, Handle makers, and Master knife sharpeners.
Aogami 1/Iron Clad:
Aogami No.1 steel is known for its high carbon content and a higher amount of chromium and tungsten than Aogami No.2. Finishing your Aogami 1 steel knives to a very high grit, like 8000 grit can make the edge feel a bit slippery on products with tougher skin. We recommend finishing Aogami 1 on a 3k or 6k Whetstone for a more toothy edge.
The Aogami 1 core steel is cladded in Soft Iron, which makes the entire blade of the knife reactive steel, so extra care and maintenance are critical. It’s always a good idea to wipe your blade with a damp towel while working, especially with highly acidic foods like onion, lemons, etc., until a patina has developed on the blade.
Most Japanese knives are made with a much harder steel than their Western counterparts. Harder steel can be sharpened much sharper and hold an edge for long periods. Never cut through bones, frozen foods, butternut stems, lemongrass, etc. This can result in a chipped blade. Hard steel is much more delicate than softer steel.
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Petty
Petty (Paring/Utility) Knife (ぺティ – pronounced: Petti Naifu). It is said to be derived from French ‘petit’ meaning small or little. The Petty Knife is seen as a small Gyuto making it purposeful for any use in the kitchen.
The petty knife is perfect for smaller working surfaces, cutting smaller sized produce if for users with smaller hands. Its comparison to the Gyuto makes it the ultimate small-sized all-rounder and professional cooks prefer it for its compact size and versatility. It can be used to peel, slice, dice, mince and trim a variety of smaller fruits, vegetables, herbs, garnishes and proteins. It is perfect for light butcher work and delicate tasks such as making precision cuts. The blade profile is well suited for thrust-cutting while the belly allows for rock-cutting.
The Petty knife is generally larger than a Western petty knife. Similar to the Gytuo the Petty knife’s heel to belly is quite flat with a rounded profile to the tip. The sharp, double-bevel edge makes this knife ambidextrous and is the perfect companion in a small kitchen with limited workspace or for users with smaller hands.
Best for: Meat, Fish, Herbs, Vegetables
Kitchen Samurai Ease of Use Rating: All-Rounder – Easy to use and applies to most food types
Godfrey (verified owner) –
Beautiful little knife , super sharp cutting edge . Fits into my hand as if it was part of me . Light weight so very comfortable to use .