Nigara Hamono SG2 Kurouchi Kiri Petty 95 mm

Blade Length 95 mm Total Length 212 mm Steel R2(SG2) Handle Wenge Ferrule Buffalo Horn Rockwell 63-64 Height Spine to heel 23.0 mm Width at Spine 2.0 mm Weight 55 grams Bevel Double (50/50) The Blacksmith Nigara Hamono is located in Hirosaki city, Aomori Prefecture, on the west coast of the very northern tip of the main island of Honshu, Japan. Their family has a 350 year old history of making knives and swords and more recently has expanded into structural steel beams for use in construction. Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa stands as the 8th generation smith in the lineage of blacksmiths at Nigara Hamono and creates knives with his younger brother and two other craftsmen. We are so excited to be able to offer these gorgeous knives to our customers. They are very thin behind the edge and have great blade geometry which contributes to an absolutely stunning cutting feel. The R2(SG2) stainless steel will give these knives excellent edge retention and will make these knives super easy to care for. The Knife The petty knife is the Japanese equivalent of a utility knife. They typically range in size from 90 mm (3.5 inches) to 150 mm (6 inches) and have a slender, easy-to-control, short blade. They are a perfect accompaniment to a Gyuto, Santoku, or Bunka, as they facilitate smaller tasks. Shorter versions are great for in-hand use. Longer versions are great for fine chopping and managing small ingredients on a cutting board. They also handle butchery tasks with ease. Knife Care (Stainless Steel) Although this knife is made from stainless steel we do still encourage our customers to keep their knives as dry and clean as possible. NO DISHWASHER - the high heat will ruin the wooden handle. Wash and dry by hand using regular dish soap and warm water using a none abrasive sponge or cloth. Ensure the knife is dry before being put away for storage and ensure the edge of the knife is protected to avoid any unnecessary dulling. Avoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.