Kanechika VG10 Petty 170mm

Petty • 170 mm • VG10 • Western handle • Mahogany • for left and right-handed use

The outer two layers are made of stainless steel and protect the core of VG10. The handle is made of several layers of mahogany, glued with epoxy and fits well in the hand. The knife has a medium weight and, thanks to the Western handle, is recognizable for anyone who is new to Japanese knives. Suitable for not only the passionate home chef, but also embraced by the professional.

What is a Petty?

The term 'petty' is given to small knives (this term may well be derived from the French word for small 'petit'). They are light and maneuverable.