Petty Japanese kitchen knife Kenshiro Hatono Ginsan Damascus KH-4102 13.5cm

The Kenshiro Hatono KH-4102 Japanese petty knife, featuring a 135 mm blade, is designed for precision tasks involving smaller ingredients. Its compact size is ideal for peeling and slicing fruits and vegetables, mincing herbs, preparing meat and fish, and performing delicate operations that require excellent control. A petty knife serves as a practical complement to a primary chef’s knife; it is also well-suited as a go-to knife for those with smaller hands and makes for a thoughtful, elegant gift. The blade’s core is crafted from Ginsan (Silver 3) steel, which offers an excellent balance of corrosion resistance, high hardness, and ease of sharpening. A "Sapphire" finish gives the blade a distinctive, striking appearance. The handle is made of maple, while the bolster is crafted from walnut; this combination of two wood types creates a bold contrast that highlights the natural texture of the materials. This knife should not be cleaned in a dishwasher, nor should it be used on frozen items or other excessively hard ingredients.