Masamoto Sohonten VG Petty 4.7" (12cm)

SKU: HMA-VGPE-120
Size: 4.7" (120 mm)
Sku: HMA-VGPE-120
Note: Add left hand conversion service below. For 2 or more knives, please add individually.
Out of Stock Until: OUT OF STOCK
SKU: HMA-VGPE-120
Size: 4.7" (120 mm)
Sku: HMA-VGPE-120
Note: Add left hand conversion service below. For 2 or more knives, please add individually.
Out of Stock Until: OUT OF STOCK
$188.00
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Left Hand Conversion (All Sales Final)
$20.00

For knife sets: All applicable knives in set will be converted for a flat rate.

Magnolia Wood Knife Sheath / Saya Cover for Petty / Utility Knife 4.7" (12cm)
$18.50
Traditional Japanese Knife Gift Wrapping
$10.00
Unit price
including add-ons
$188

Description

About Masamoto VG
The Masamoto VG series have a Hyper Molybdenum Vanadium stain resistant steel blade and a bacteria resistant duracon handle. The body of the blade has a wide rounded shape and a comfortable handle even for those with large hands. This line is often praised for having Masamoto’s famous edge and balance without being too heavy or too light.
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

StylePetty
Steel TypeStain-Resistant Steel
Steel MaterialHyper Molybdenum-Vanadium Stain Resistant Steel
Saya CoverNot Included
Knife Bevel70/30
Handle MaterialPOM (Polyacetal Resin)
HRC58 - 59
Knife Weight [grams]96
Blade Width (Widest part of the blade) [inches]1.1
Spine Width (Widest part of the spine) [inches]0.07
Handle Length [inches]4.14

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.

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