Tsunehisa AUS8 Petty Knife 150mm Pakkawood Handle - Made in Japan

Experience AUS8 Stainless Steel in a 150mm Petty Built for Precision and Versatility

The Specs

• Steel: AUS8 stainless steel, 58-60 HRC
• Finish: Polished, engraved master's signature on right side
• Blade length: 150mm | Overall length: 251mm | Blade height: 30mm | Spine: 1.3mm | Weight: 120g
• Edge grind: Even 50/50 double bevel
• Handle: Pakkawood (Western style)
• Origin: Japan

The Petty

AUS8 is a Japanese stainless steel from Aichi Steel with a well-balanced composition - high chromium (14.5%) for excellent corrosion resistance, carbon (0.7-0.75%) for hardness, and additions of vanadium and molybdenum for wear resistance and toughness. At 58-60 HRC it is a practical, easy-to-maintain steel that holds a working edge through daily prep and sharpens readily on Japanese water stones. The petty is the Japanese utility knife - a small, nimble blade for tasks that require precision and control. At 150mm it sits between a paring knife and a small chef's knife, making it one of the most versatile knives in the kitchen - equally at home peeling, trimming, slicing shallots, and breaking down small proteins. Made in Japan.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing
• Hone regularly on a ceramic rod or leather strop
• Sharpen on Japanese water stones (1000/3000 grit)
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block