Masamoto Sohonten Swedish Stain Resistant Steel Wa-Petty 6.5" (16.5cm)
SKU: HMA-SWAPE-165
Size: 6.5" (165 mm)
Sku: HMA-SWAPE-165
Note: Add left hand conversion service below. For 2 or more knives, please add individually.
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Description
About Masamoto Swedish Steel
The KS Series is Masamoto’s range of high-grade Sweden Stainless Steel Japanese traditional-style knife. Masamoto KS Series Wa Gyuto is completely hand sharpened, polished and finished by especially skilled and experienced craftsmen, which results in extra edge sharpness and a more refined level of finish.This line is highly recommended for those who enjoy knives with a traditional Japanese handle.
About Masamoto
Minosuke Matsuzawa, the founder of the Masamoto Sohonten Company started making knives in 1866. It was his dream that his family would come to be remembered as knife craftsmen throughout the generations. Now, five generations later, Matsuzawa’s vision has been realized and professionally crafted Masamoto knives have become widely regarded as the finest knives made for professional use.
Purpose of Petty
The petty is a convenient size for delicate work, cutting or peeling small vegetables, fruits and herbs.
The KS Series is Masamoto’s range of high-grade Sweden Stainless Steel Japanese traditional-style knife. Masamoto KS Series Wa Gyuto is completely hand sharpened, polished and finished by especially skilled and experienced craftsmen, which results in extra edge sharpness and a more refined level of finish.This line is highly recommended for those who enjoy knives with a traditional Japanese handle.
About Masamoto
Minosuke Matsuzawa, the founder of the Masamoto Sohonten Company started making knives in 1866. It was his dream that his family would come to be remembered as knife craftsmen throughout the generations. Now, five generations later, Matsuzawa’s vision has been realized and professionally crafted Masamoto knives have become widely regarded as the finest knives made for professional use.
Purpose of Petty
The petty is a convenient size for delicate work, cutting or peeling small vegetables, fruits and herbs.
Country of Origin: Japan
Specifications
| Style | Wa-Petty |
|---|---|
| Steel Type | Stain-Resistant Steel |
| Steel Material | Swedish Stain Resistant Steel |
| Saya Cover | Magnolia Wooden Cover Included |
| Knife Bevel | 70/30 |
| Handle Material | Magnolia Wood |
| Bolster Material | Water Buffalo Horn (Bolsters are made from natural horn therefore colors may vary) |
| HRC | 60 |
Use
For Left-Handed Customer
- This Western-style knife can be changed to left-handed by Korin's resident knife master.
- The fee for this conversion is $20.00 and has been automatically added to the cost of your purchase.
General knife care tips and warnings
- Never wash knives in the dishwasher
- Stain-resistant knives are not stainless.
- Improper care will result in rusting and chipping.
- Please wipe knives dry after use to prevent rusting.
- Western style knives sold at KORIN have significantly thinner blades than typical Western knives. Use of honing steels or sharpening machines may result in chipping.
- We advice all customers to always use sharpening stones to sharpen or hone knives.
For more information, please check our page on sharpening tips.