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Sakai Kikumori BAS Petty 135mm
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Petty – Compact Precision
The petty knife is the Japanese equivalent of a paring or utility knife. Small, nimble and highly versatile, it’s ideal for precision tasks such as peeling fruit, trimming herbs, preparing garnishes and working with smaller cuts of meat. A petty makes the perfect companion to a gyuto or santoku, filling the gap where control matters most.
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Kurouchi – Rustic Blacksmith’s Finish
Kurouchi is the dark, rustic finish left on the blade from the forging process. This textured surface offers a degree of protection while giving each knife a distinctive, handcrafted character.
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Sakai Kikumori – Sakai Craftsmanship
Made in Sakai, Osaka, Sakai Kikumori represents over a century of Japanese knife-making tradition. Working closely with master blacksmiths and sharpeners, their knives are known for precise geometry, excellent balance and dependable performance.
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Blue Super (Aogami Super) Carbon Steel
Blue Super is a premium high-carbon steel with added alloying for exceptional edge retention, toughness and versatility. Favoured by serious cooks, it delivers outstanding cutting performance when cared for correctly.
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Steel Care
• Hand wash immediately after use — never use a dishwasher
• Dry thoroughly to prevent rust or discolouration
• Use wooden or rubberised chopping boards
• Store safely: block, rack or saya
• Strop regularly and sharpen with whetstones as needed
• Carbon steel will develop a patina over time — this is natural and protective
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Specifications
• Blade shape: Petty
• Maker: Sakai Kikumori
• Construction:
• Steel: Blue Super
• Handle: Walnut
• Blade length: 135mm
• Total length:
• Blade height:
• Weight:
• Hardness (HRC):
• Blade finish: Kurouchi
• Edge grind:
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Age Restriction
You must be 18 or over to purchase this knife. By placing an order, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement. Community Cutlery may request age verification and withhold delivery if suitable proof is not provided.
We ship Tuesday to Saturday using Royal Mail Tracked 24.
All knives ship via an age verified service in accordance with The Offensive Weapons Act 2019, which will mean the postie will need you to be in to receive the delivery & to check your ID if you look under 25.
The law also requires us to carry out a soft age check of the purchaser after checkout, this is done by an automated system that usually doesn't require your input, although we will need to contact you for proof of age if you fail, which can sometimes happen if you use a work address.
of Community Cutlery as a home for enthusiasts, for people who love the ritual of food preparation and who have realised the charm in doing it with quality tools, with items that are as pleasing on the eye as they are practical in the hand.
