Yoshimuni Petty

A 135mm Petty knife is designed for precision work that is too delicate for a large chef's knife, such as peeling fruit, trimming vegetables, or slicing cheese. Because of its compact size, many home cooks also find it incredibly useful as an all-purpose knife for smaller prep tasks.

Blue#S is a high-performance steel known for its excellent edge retention and sharpness. With a hardness rating of 62-64 HRC, it stays sharp significantly longer than standard stainless steel, though it requires careful handling to avoid chipping.

No, this knife is not dishwasher safe. The high-carbon steel core and Pakkawood handle should be hand-washed and dried immediately after use to maintain the integrity of the edge and the handle material.

The stainless cladding protects the reactive Blue#S core steel from rust and corrosion on the sides of the blade. While the core edge itself is still carbon steel and requires care, the cladding makes the knife much easier to maintain than a fully reactive blade.

Yes, the double-bevel grind makes this knife suitable for both right- and left-handed users. It provides a balanced, symmetrical cutting experience that is generally more intuitive for most home cooks.