Petty knife, 13 cm (5.3") blade. Borrowed from the French "petit", the Petty knife is a universal knife ideal for all the small cutting tasks, from quickly cutting an apple to mincing garlic gloves. Japanese precision, Western robustness. The best of both worlds. Specifications: * Made in Seki, Japan * Razor-sharp VG-10 Damascus steel * Rust-resistant * Hammered blade * Half tang * Brown pakkawood handle * HRC hardness: 61 +/-1 * Weight: 84g (3 oz) * Perfectly balanced for comfort * Plastic-free gift box * Lifetime warranty Product description: The Petty knife, also known as the Japanese utility knife, is smaller than a Gyuto but larger than a paring knife.