NATUR Aomori Hiba Petty Knife 12.0 cm Japanese VG5 Stainless SteelPolished

Kikusumi NATUR Aomori Hiba 12.0 cm Petty Knife Japanese G3 Steel Polished BLADE: VG5 Japanese Stainless Steel FINISH: Polished HANDLE: Aomori Hiba mono-handle HRC: 60-61 Weight: 1.4 oz / 40 g Blade Length: 12 cm Handle Length: 4.4” / 11.3 cm ORIGIN: 100 % Handcrafted in Tosa Japan PETTY KNIFE For cooks who prefer using a small size petty knife, the NATUR Petty 8 cm is the right knife choice. NATUR VG5 stainless steel blades are lighter and thinner than usual which makes them easier to handle and maneuver. Professional chefs will enjoy the sharp tip on blade that offers improved scoring precision for ingredients like eggplant, cucumber, fish and wild game. NATUR Petty knife handles everything from small intricate work, carving, scoring and de-stemming foods. If you want a knife to handle challenging precision tasks in the kitchen and reflects a rustic artisan look then this is your knife. NATUR SERIES The NATUR collection is 100 % forged and handcrafted in Japan for those who love the craftsmanship and values of the artisan tradition. Traditional & modern forging combined to produce high quality steel accented with natural woods and detailed refinements. NATUR series of knives are built with sustainably harvested woods that will last a lifetime.  NATUR captures the best qualities of the forging spirit in a knife that is authentically artisan in every detail.  It offers the cook a remarkably precise cutting tool with a rustic yet refined aesthetic. AOMORI HIBA HANDLES We created these as mono-handles so the pure beautiful grain of Aomori Hiba wood shines through. Aomori Hiba is considered a prestigious wood in Japan sought after by sushi chefs and temples. Aomori Hiba has been used to build temples, shrines, castles, and other important works of Japanese architecture throughout many generations. Japanese chefs have long utilized the knife friendly, mold & bacteria-resistant qualities of hiba wood for their cutting boards. Aomori Hiba handles are precision-crafted from carefully selected hiba lumber then carved and sanded naturally by our skilled Japanese craftsmen.  They are self-preserving so never require oiling. The quality of wood & attention to detail is what make Aomori Hiba handles an exceptional choice. SUSTAINABLY HARVESTED WOOD At Kikusumi we are committed to a future where we grow our resources and replace them.  This means we grow our resources and replace them.  When sourced responsibly, wood can play a big part in helping tackle climate change as healthy forests help offset carbon emissions. The hiba forest in the northern prefecture of Aomori has been protected and managed carefully since 1661 because it is considered to be such an important source of the wood.  Today responsible forest stewardship is an important element of sustainable growth and Kikusumi Aomori Hiba handles fulfill this goal of using resources responsibly. ERGONOMIC Octagonal wa handles are ideal for both left and right hand cooks. They mirror the contours of the hand which is why they have superior ergonomics. Flexible grip holds are another reason - whether straight cuts or peeling ‘katsura’ cutting the octagonal handle beats the western grip handles on skill performance. Ergonomic & ambidextrous make them the ideal handle crafted by Kikusumi artisans. VG5 STEEL: VG5 steel is a breakthrough in metallurgy that combines the performance of high-carbon steel with the convenience of a semi-stainless steel. Simply dry after use. No need to oil blades. VG5 steel is easy to sharpen and holds it edge better than stainless steels. FINE DETAILS : Each octagonal mono-handle is finished with a tradtional yakking (burned) logo just like it was done back in the Edo period. Knife blades receive 3 beautiful kanji engravings that express its orgins. 菊 炭 KIKUSUMI 銀三 VG5 GIFT READY Kikusumi NATUR kitchen knives make the perfect for special occasions like a wedding gift, birthday gift, college or university graduation gift for him or her, for fathers or mothers day or for the young cook or chef just starting out. SHIPPING INFO Please provide a telephone # for the courier to contact at the time of purchase. HANDLING We generally shipped your order within the next 1 to 2 business days. *We will deliver the products in stock immediately PRODUCT PHOTOS The picture showing on the item page is a representative image of the product. The product shipped will be similar but please be aware the actual color, pattern, shape and size may slightly differ from the pictures shown regarding items hand-made by the artists and made using natural materials such as wood. -- TAX & DUTIES -- Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are solely the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.