{"product_id":"shizu-gen-vg10-petty-135mm-kurouchi-tsuchime-pakka-wood-handle","title":"Shizu Gen VG10 Petty 135mm – Kurouchi Tsuchime – Pakka Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"439\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCompact, agile and easy to control, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"141\"\u003eShizu Gen VG10 Petty 135mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Japanese utility knife designed for the smaller preparation jobs where a Gyuto or Santoku simply feels too large. Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"295\"\u003eVG10 stainless steel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e, distinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eKurouchi Tsuchime finish\u003c\/strong\u003e and traditional Pakka wood handle combine everyday practicality with unmistakable Japanese character.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1p9vaui\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"481\"\u003eSmall Knife, Big Role in the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eA Petty is one of the most useful companions to a full-size Japanese chef’s knife. At \u003cstrong data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"578\"\u003e135mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Shizu Gen is particularly comfortable for peeling and preparing fruit, trimming vegetables, finely chopping garlic and shallots, portioning smaller ingredients and precision work with meat and fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eIts compact size gives you excellent control of the tip and cutting edge, making it equally useful on the cutting board or for delicate preparation in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"stm61h\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"971\"\u003eVG10 Stainless Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eThe blade uses \u003cstrong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003eVG10 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the best-known steels in Japanese kitchen knives. It offers a fine cutting edge, good edge retention and excellent resistance to corrosion, making it a practical choice for cooks who want Japanese cutting performance without the additional maintenance associated with carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"wgixb3\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eKurouchi \u0026amp; Tsuchime Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eVisually, this Petty is anything but ordinary. The darker \u003cstrong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eKurouchi finish\u003c\/strong\u003e across the upper blade is combined with a hammered \u003cstrong data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eTsuchime texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, contrasting against the brighter polished cutting area below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003eThe result is a traditional-inspired finish that gives the knife a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003eunique design\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the hammered surface adds texture to the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16vse38\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003eTraditional Pakka Wood Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003eThe Japanese-style \u003cstrong data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003ePakka wood handle\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps the knife light and responsive in the hand. Its dark wood appearance complements the Kurouchi blade particularly well, creating a simple and balanced overall design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gax3nl\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eWho Is This Knife For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eThe Shizu Gen Petty is an excellent choice for anyone who already owns a Gyuto, Santoku or Bunka and wants a smaller knife for more controlled preparation. It can also be a very practical Japanese knife for cooks who frequently work with fruit, garnishes, smaller vegetables and detailed prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2537\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4m1ej8\" data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shizu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m4sl51\" data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fift9q\" data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Petty \/ Japanese Utility Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"iep55e\" data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 135mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"389ngq\" data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003eSteel:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG10 Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qq6o8y\" data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kurouchi \/ Tsuchime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gbafv\" data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2487\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2476\"\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pakka Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"etjj54\" data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2516\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2507\"\u003eHandle Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17gt3yt\" data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2537\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2533\"\u003eStainless:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2769\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003eShizu Gen VG10 Petty 135mm\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a useful combination of compact size, stainless VG10 performance and traditional Japanese styling. 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