The Yoshimi Kato VG-10 Damascus Petty Knife (12 cm) is a compact, elegant knife created for cooks who appreciate precision and traditional Japanese knife making. Its size and profile make it especially suitable for fine prep work, peeling, trimming, and controlled slicing.
Forged by master craftsman Yoshimi Kato, the blade is built around a VG-10 stainless steel core hardened to approximately 61 HRC. The core is clad in 63 layers of dark Damascus stainless steel, resulting in a rich, flowing pattern that gives each knife a unique visual identity. This construction delivers dependable cutting performance combined with corrosion resistance and ease of care.
The thin blade profile and balanced grind contribute to clean, precise cuts and excellent maneuverability. An oval rosewood handle with a pakka wood ferrule completes the knife, offering a natural feel and comfortable control for both right- and left-handed users.
This Petty knife is a subtle yet distinctive example of Echizen craftsmanship—designed to perform effortlessly while bringing a sense of artistry to everyday kitchen tasks.
Specifications
• Brand: Yoshimi Kato
• Origin (Made in): Echizen, Fukui, Japan
• Knife type: Petty
• Blade length: 11.8 cm
• Overall length: 24.5 cm
• Blade height at heel: 2.8 cm
• Blade height (mid): 2.5 cm
• Spine thickness at heel: 1.9 mm
• Spine thickness (mid): 1.9 mm
• Handle length: 11.4 cm
• Handle: oval, rosewood, pakka wood ferrule
• Steel: VG-10 stainless core, stainless cladding
• Blade finish: dark Damascus, 63 layers
• Hardness: 61 ±1 HRC
• Grind: double bevel (50/50)
• Weight: 63 g
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