Musashi Petty VG-10 Damascus Western Handle Knife

A 135mm petty knife is a versatile utility blade designed for smaller, detailed tasks that a larger chef's knife can't handle comfortably. It is perfect for peeling fruits and vegetables, trimming proteins, slicing cheese, and performing precise garnishing work.

Yes, the Tsuchime hammered impressions create small air pockets between the blade and the food. This helps reduce suction and prevents ingredients from sticking to the side of the knife while you slice.

VG-10 is a high-quality Japanese stainless steel known for its exceptional sharpness and edge retention. With an HRC of 60-61, it is hard enough to hold a razor-sharp edge for a long time while remaining relatively easy to maintain and resistant to corrosion.

Yes, this knife features a traditional Western-style handle made from mahogany. It offers a familiar, secure grip that many cooks find more comfortable and ergonomic than traditional Japanese-style handles.

No, this knife is not dishwasher safe. The high-heat environment and harsh detergents can damage the mahogany handle and dull the fine edge of the VG-10 steel, so it should always be hand-washed and dried immediately.