HIGUCHI Petty 135mm – ZA18 Damascus Utility Knife

⭐ Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta

Selected for cooks who want a compact Japanese utility knife that combines premium ZA18 stainless steel, beautiful Damascus craftsmanship, and exceptional everyday precision.

Precision Where It Matters Most

The HIGUCHI Petty 135mm is a compact Japanese utility knife designed for the detailed tasks that larger knives simply can't match. Handcrafted in Mino City, Japan, it offers outstanding control for trimming, peeling, slicing fruit, preparing herbs, and handling delicate proteins.

Lightweight, agile, and razor sharp, it's the knife you'll reach for whenever accuracy matters.

Who This Knife Is For

Perfect for:

• Home cooks building a premium Japanese knife collection
• Professional chefs
• Precision fruit and vegetable preparation
• Trimming meat and poultry
• Garnish and presentation work
• Anyone looking for a high-performance utility knife

Ideal as the perfect companion to a Gyuto or Santoku.

Why You'll Love It

ZA18 High-Performance Stainless Steel

At the heart of the blade is ZA18 high-carbon stainless steel, hardened to approximately 62–63 HRC.

Benefits include:

• Exceptional sharpness
• Outstanding edge retention
• Excellent corrosion resistance
• Fine edge stability
• Easier sharpening than many ultra-hard steels

ZA18 is one of Japan's premium stainless steels, offering professional-level cutting performance while remaining practical for everyday use.

69-Layer Damascus Construction

The ZA18 core is protected by 69 layers of Damascus stainless steel, creating the flowing pattern unique to every blade.

Benefits include:

• Increased blade strength
• Improved durability
• Enhanced edge stability
• Beautiful handcrafted appearance

Every knife features its own individual Damascus pattern, making each one truly unique.

Compact Petty Profile

The 135mm blade provides exceptional agility and precision for tasks where larger knives feel cumbersome.

Ideal for:

• Peeling fruit
• Trimming vegetables
• Preparing herbs
• Portioning small proteins
• Garnish work
• Detailed kitchen tasks

Many chefs consider a Petty knife their second most important blade after a Gyuto.

Walnut Wood Handle

Crafted from carefully selected walnut, the traditional handle offers:

• Comfortable, secure grip
• Excellent balance
• Natural moisture resistance
• Lightweight handling
• Elegant appearance

Its warm wood grain perfectly complements the Damascus blade, creating a knife that is as attractive as it is functional.

Key Features

• Handcrafted in Mino City, Japan
• Premium ZA18 stainless steel core
• 69-layer Damascus construction
• 135mm Petty utility knife
• Thin Japanese blade geometry
• Walnut wood handle
• Double bevel edge
• Lightweight and exceptionally agile

Specifications

Brand: HIGUCHI
Knife Type: Petty / Utility Knife
Blade Length: 135mm
Steel: ZA18 High-Carbon Stainless Steel
Hardness: Approximately 62–63 HRC
Construction: 69-Layer Damascus Clad
Bevel: Double Bevel
Handle: Walnut Wood
Origin: Mino City, Japan

Care Instructions

To keep your knife performing at its best:

• Hand wash only
• Dry immediately after use
• Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods
• Use on wooden or quality synthetic cutting boards
• Store in a saya, blade guard, or magnetic knife holder

Proper care will preserve its exceptional cutting performance for years.

Complete Your Knife Setup

Pair it with:

• Japanese Whetstone (1000 / 6000 grit)
• Wooden Saya for 135–150mm Petty Knives
• Professional Kitchen Tweezers
• End Grain Cutting Board

Why We Chose This Knife

At Sharp Knives Malta, we believe a great Petty knife is one of the most useful tools in any kitchen.

The HIGUCHI Petty 135mm combines premium ZA18 steel, refined Damascus craftsmanship, and outstanding agility into a knife that's built for precision. Compact, beautifully balanced, and exceptionally sharp, it's the kind of knife that quickly becomes indispensable for everyday preparation.

Final Word

The HIGUCHI Petty 135mm proves that the smallest knives often become the hardest-working tools in the kitchen.

Sharp, agile, and beautifully crafted, it delivers professional Japanese performance in a compact package that's ready for every precise cut.

Small in size. Exceptional in performance. Crafted in Japan.