{"product_id":"xn-tsunehisa-petty-150mm-aogami-super-steel-tsuchime-finish-h690b","title":"Tsunehisa Petty 150mm – Aogami Super Steel | Tsuchime Finish","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChosen by Sharp Knives Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact in size. Serious in performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunehisa Petty 150mm is a precision-focused Japanese utility knife designed for the tasks where control matters most. Handcrafted in Japan with an Aogami Super carbon steel core and finished with a traditional hammered tsuchime pattern, it delivers exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and cutting feel in a lightweight, agile package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for trimming, peeling, slicing fruit, preparing herbs, and all the detailed work where a larger chef's knife feels excessive.\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\u003eDetailed vegetable and fruit preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming meat and fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional chefs looking for a precise secondary knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome cooks upgrading from a standard utility knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who appreciates the cutting performance of high-carbon Japanese steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot recommended for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBones or frozen food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwisting or prying cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers unwilling to maintain carbon steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Like It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAogami Super Core Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the blade is \u003cstrong\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) Carbon Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Japan's most respected high-performance steels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely fine sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding cutting feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy sharpening for experienced users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-lasting performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cooks who prioritise cutting performance, few steels are more rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Tsuchime Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hammered \u003cstrong\u003etsuchime\u003c\/strong\u003e finish is more than decorative. It helps reduce food sticking while giving every knife a handcrafted appearance that reflects traditional Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrecision in a Compact Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 150mm petty is one of the most versatile knives in any kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarlic and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShallots and onions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCitrus and small fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming proteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine slicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed tip work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightweight, agile, and incredibly easy to control, it's often the knife chefs reach for most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Rosewood Wa Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe octagonal rosewood handle offers excellent balance and a comfortable grip while maintaining the lightweight feel that Japanese petty knives are known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the natural wood ferrule, it creates a clean, traditional appearance that complements the handcrafted blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsunehisa\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Petty \/ Utility Knife\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aogami Super Carbon Steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 63–65 HRC\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsuchime (Hammered)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Bevel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octagonal Rosewood Wa Handle\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for Carbon Steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife features a high-carbon steel core and is \u003cstrong\u003enot stainless\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep it performing at its best:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the blade dry immediately after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave it wet or dirty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid dishwashers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore it completely dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, the blade will naturally develop a protective patina. This is completely normal and one of the characteristics many enthusiasts appreciate about carbon steel knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend pairing this knife with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese whetstone for sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather strop for maintaining the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnetic knife holder or saya for safe storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd-grain cutting board to protect the cutting edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Chose This Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Sharp Knives Malta, we value knives that deliver exceptional cutting performance without unnecessary complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunehisa Petty combines one of Japan's finest carbon steels with thin blade geometry and outstanding balance, creating a knife that feels effortless to use. 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