{"product_id":"shizu-gen-vg10-tsuchime-petty-13-cm","title":"Shizu Gen VG10 Tsuchime Petty 13 cm","description":"Japanese VG-10 Damascus Knife – Forged in Seki, Japan ⭐ Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta Selected for its excellent balance between performance, durability, and visual craftsmanship . A refined Japanese blade built around trusted VG-10 steel, designed for cooks who want professional cutting performance in everyday use. Authentic Japanese Craftsmanship from Seki This knife is produced in Seki, Japan , a city with more than 700 years of blade-making tradition and widely considered one of the world’s capitals of Japanese cutlery. Knives from Seki are known for combining traditional craftsmanship with modern steel technology , creating blades that deliver both performance and reliability in the kitchen. The result is a knife designed for cooks who want true Japanese sharpness with everyday practicality . VG-10 Core Steel – Sharpness That Lasts At the heart of the blade lies VG-10 stainless steel , one of the most respected steels used in Japanese kitchen knives. Hardened to approximately 60–61 HRC , VG-10 offers an excellent balance between sharpness, durability, and corrosion resistance. For the cook, this means: razor-sharp cutting performance excellent edge retention strong resistance to rust and staining easy maintenance compared to carbon steel knives VG-10 delivers the precision Japanese knives are known for while remaining practical for daily cooking. Damascus Cladding – Strength and Craftsmanship The VG-10 core is surrounded by 32 layers of Damascus steel , forming a layered construction that strengthens and stabilizes the blade. This structure: reinforces the hardened cutting edge improves durability and flexibility protects the core steel The flowing Damascus pattern gives each knife a unique visual character , highlighting the craftsmanship behind the blade. Kurouchi \u0026amp; Tsuchime Finish – Functional Detail The blade combines two traditional Japanese finishes that enhance both performance and appearance. Kurouchi finish The dark forged surface preserves part of the steel’s natural scale from the forging process. It adds character and can help reduce friction during cutting. Over time, this finish will gradually evolve as the knife is used. Tsuchime hammered pattern The hammered texture creates small air pockets between the blade and ingredients, helping slices release more easily and reducing sticking during prep. Together, these finishes create a blade that is both practical and visually distinctive . D-Shaped Pakka Wood Handle – Secure Grip The knife features a traditional D-shaped pakkawood handle . Pakkawood combines natural wood with resin, creating a material that: resists moisture and temperature changes requires very little maintenance provides long-term durability The D-shape design improves grip and blade alignment for right-handed users , allowing precise control during cutting. Who This Knife Is For Ideal for: serious home cooks upgrading to Japanese knives enthusiasts looking for reliable VG-10 performance cooks who want a versatile everyday kitchen knife anyone who values craftsmanship and cutting precision This is the kind of knife that quickly becomes a daily workhorse in the kitchen . Specifications Steel: VG-10 stainless steel core Construction: 32-layer Damascus clad Finish: Kurouchi with Tsuchime hammering Handle: D-shaped pakkawood (right-handed) Origin: Seki, Japan 🔪 Complete Your Knife Setup Leather Strop with Compound Perfect for maintaining razor sharpness between sharpening sessions and keeping your edge performing at its best. Magnetic Knife Rack Store your knives safely while displaying their craftsmanship and keeping them easily accessible in the kitchen. Angle Guide for Sharpening Stones Helps maintain a consistent sharpening angle, ideal for cooks learning to sharpen Japanese knives properly. Why We Like This Knife At Sharp Knives Malta , we often recommend VG-10 knives because they offer one of the best balances between sharpness, durability, and ease of maintenance . This Damascus blade stands out thanks to its traditional finishes, reliable steel, and the heritage of Seki craftsmanship —making it a knife that performs beautifully every day.","brand":"Sharp Knives Malta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55536781164886,"sku":"SHZ-GEN-VG1-TSC12","price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1046\/2609\/4422\/files\/shizu-vg10-tsuchime-petty-130-4-1500x1500_26938be4-2cd7-4a6b-b8d2-6241d7db3d11.jpg?v=1790740795","url":"https:\/\/sharpknivesmalta.com\/products\/shizu-gen-vg10-tsuchime-petty-13-cm","provider":"Sharp Knives Malta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}