{"product_id":"kotetsu-vg10-damascus-petty-150mm-teak-wood-handle","title":"Kotetsu VG10 Damascus Petty 150mm – Teak Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact, precise and beautifully finished, the Kotetsu 150mm Petty is a versatile Japanese utility knife combining a VG10 stainless steel core, Damascus cladding and an elegant teak wood handle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 150mm, it fills the gap between a small paring knife and a full-size chef’s knife—ideal for jobs where control and accuracy matter more than blade length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a 150mm Petty?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Petty is one of the most useful secondary knives in a Japanese knife collection. Its slim profile and manageable size make it excellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming and portioning meat \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparing fruit and vegetables \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShallots, garlic and herbs \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving silver skin and detailed prep \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall slicing jobs \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral utility work \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor professional chefs, it makes an excellent companion to a Gyuto or Santoku. For home cooks, it can easily become one of the most frequently used knives in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVG10 Stainless Steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cutting core is made from \u003cstrong\u003eVG10\u003c\/strong\u003e, a well-established Japanese stainless steel known for providing an excellent balance between sharpness, edge retention, corrosion resistance and ease of maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the knife particularly approachable for someone who wants Japanese cutting performance without the additional maintenance associated with carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDamascus Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VG10 core is surrounded by layered stainless steel, creating the flowing \u003cstrong\u003eDamascus pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e visible along the blade. Combined with the hammered detailing towards the spine, it gives the knife a distinctive handcrafted Japanese appearance without making it overly decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTeak Wood Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional Japanese-style \u003cstrong\u003eteak wood handle\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps the knife light and agile in the hand. Its warm natural grain complements the Damascus blade and gives each knife subtle variations in appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kotetsu\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Petty \/ Utility Knife\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG10 Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Damascus \/ Hammered\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Teak Wood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Bevel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless \/ Easy Care\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision prep, fruit, vegetables, meat trimming and general utility work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA strong choice for anyone looking for a \u003cstrong\u003epremium everyday utility knife\u003c\/strong\u003e that is smaller and more precise than a chef’s knife. It is particularly suitable as a second Japanese knife alongside a Gyuto, Santoku or Bunka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChosen by Sharp Knives Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe selected this Kotetsu because it hits a very useful sweet spot: \u003cstrong\u003e150mm versatility, easy-care VG10 steel and an attractive Damascus finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. It offers plenty of Japanese character while remaining practical enough for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of performance, natural teak wood and Damascus detailing also makes it \u003cstrong\u003egift ready\u003c\/strong\u003e for someone looking for a Japanese knife with a unique design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sharp Knives Malta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55536743154006,"sku":"KTTS-VG10-DMSCS-PTTY-150MM--TK-WD-HNDL","price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1046\/2609\/4422\/files\/Kotetsu_20VG10_20Petty_20150mm_20_281_29_9caf13ed-4d81-418c-8847-31bf4ba43c83.jpg?v=1790739789","url":"https:\/\/sharpknivesmalta.com\/products\/kotetsu-vg10-damascus-petty-150mm-teak-wood-handle","provider":"Sharp Knives Malta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}