{"product_id":"higuchi-wa-damascus-paring-knife-15-cm","title":"HIGUCHI WA DAMASCUS Paring Knife 15 cm","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHiguchi Petty 150mm – VG10 Damascus Utility Knife\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChosen by Sharp Knives Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall in size. Exceptional in precision.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHIGUCHI Petty 150mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact Japanese utility knife designed for the detailed kitchen tasks that larger knives simply can't match. Whether you're peeling fruit, trimming meat, slicing herbs, or preparing delicate garnishes, this knife offers the precision, agility, and razor-sharp performance that define Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in \u003cstrong\u003eMino City, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e, it combines a premium \u003cstrong\u003eVG10 stainless steel core\u003c\/strong\u003e, elegant \u003cstrong\u003e44-layer Damascus cladding\u003c\/strong\u003e, a traditional \u003cstrong\u003eTsuchime (hammered) finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a durable \u003cstrong\u003ePakka wood handle\u003c\/strong\u003e to create a knife you'll reach for every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome cooks looking for a premium utility knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional chefs needing precise control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit and vegetable preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming meat and poultry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnishing and fine slicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who appreciates Japanese craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVG10 Stainless Steel Core\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the blade is premium Japanese \u003cstrong\u003eVG10 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, hardened to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e60–61 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable everyday performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharpened to a fine \u003cstrong\u003e15° edge angle\u003c\/strong\u003e, the blade glides effortlessly through ingredients while maintaining its edge significantly longer than standard kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e44-Layer Damascus Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VG10 core is protected by \u003cstrong\u003e44 layers of Damascus stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a blade that is as durable as it is beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdvantages include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased structural strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced brittleness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique flowing Damascus pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery knife features its own distinctive Damascus design, making each blade unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Tsuchime Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper portion of the blade features a traditional \u003cstrong\u003eTsuchime 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