{"product_id":"higuchi-saku-gin3-petty-150mm","title":"Higuchi-Saku Gin3 Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Petty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Type: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ginsan Silver #3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tsuchime Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHRC (+\/-1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pakkawood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBolster:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.00\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 84g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged in Ginsan (Silver 3) stainless steel and heat-treated to around 61 HRC, this 150mm Petty brings together excellent edge retention, easy maintenance, and the kind of precision you'll appreciate every day. Ginsan is known for taking a beautifully sharp edge while remaining relatively easy to sharpen. It's a practical, high-performing stainless steel that delivers excellent results without demanding constant attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grind follows a gradual geometry, not paper-thin, not overly thick. It builds progressively from edge to spine, giving the blade a reassuring sense of stability without sacrificing cutting performance. Thin where it needs to be, supportive where it matters. Whether you're trimming proteins, slicing smaller vegetables, or preparing delicate ingredients, it delivers clean, controlled cuts without feeling fragile or overly aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nashiji (pear-skin) finish adds a subtle, traditional texture, while the San-Mai construction brings together a Ginsan cutting core and protective outer layers. The result is a blade with understated character, practical durability, and a beautiful Japanese aesthetic. Paired with a lightweight, balanced handle, the Petty feels exceptionally agile and responsive, making precise movements and smaller cutting tasks feel effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, about the Petty itself. Think of it as the perfect companion to a larger Gyuto, Kiritsuke, or Bunka. Inspired by the Western utility knife, the Japanese Petty is designed for the smaller, more detailed tasks where a full-sized chef's knife can feel unnecessarily large. At 150mm, it offers an excellent balance between the precision of a paring knife and the practicality of a compact utility blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts narrow profile, pointed tip, and relatively short cutting edge make it particularly well suited for trimming meat, removing silver skin, slicing shallots, preparing garlic, cutting smaller fruits, and handling delicate ingredients. The fine tip provides excellent control for detailed work, while the extra length compared to a traditional paring knife makes it equally comfortable for small cutting tasks directly on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a shorter 80–100mm paring knife, which is often used for peeling and delicate work in hand, the 150mm Petty feels more like a miniature chef's knife. It offers enough cutting length to handle everyday preparation while remaining compact, lightweight, and easy to maneuver. For cooks who appreciate precision or simply prefer working with smaller blades, that combination can be especially appealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to a Gyuto, the Petty sacrifices cutting length and blade height in exchange for maneuverability and finer control. It's not designed for chopping large quantities of vegetables or tackling oversized ingredients, but it excels at the countless smaller jobs that come up throughout a cooking session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not a replacement for a full-sized chef's knife, and it's not an overly delicate specialty blade. This 150mm Petty sits comfortably in that sweet spot: precise, versatile, lightweight, and incredibly practical. A knife that fills the gap between a\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67989415461097,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/Higuchi-SakuGin3Petty150mm.png?v=1794491233","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/products\/higuchi-saku-gin3-petty-150mm","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}