Tsunehisa VG10 Brown Pakka Petty 135mm - Made in Japan

Experience VG10 Precision in a Versatile Petty Built for Detail Work and Light Prep

The Specs

• Steel: VG10 stainless core, San Mai (Suminagashi forged), 61 HRC
• Cladding: 2 layers damascus-patterned stainless steel
• Blade length: 135mm | Blade height: 28mm | Spine: 1.6mm | Weight: 70g
• Edge grind: Even 50/50 double bevel
• Handle: Octagonal brown rosewood with black pakkawood bolster (Wa style)
• Origin: Echizen, Japan

The Petty

VG10 is one of the most trusted stainless steels in Japanese knife making - a high-carbon, high-chromium alloy with added cobalt and vanadium that delivers excellent edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ease of sharpening. At 61 HRC it holds a keen working edge through daily prep while remaining practical to maintain on Japanese water stones. The VG10 core is forged between two layers of damascus-patterned stainless steel using the Suminagashi technique, protecting the core from damage and oxidation. The petty is the Japanese equivalent of a Western paring or utility knife - small, nimble, and designed for tasks that require control over power. At 135mm it sits between a paring knife and a small gyuto, handling in-hand peeling and trimming as well as on-board work with shallots, herbs, and small proteins. The thin 1.6mm spine keeps it light and responsive. Handmade in Echizen, 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