This Yoshimi Kato Enju VG10 Petty 150mm is a beautifully balanced small knife forged by Yoshimi Kato, son-in-law of Hiroshi Kato, at the famed Takefu Knife Village in Echizen - one of the most respected knife-making centers in Japan. Designed for precision and ease of use, this petty excels at detail work, smaller prep tasks, and everyday cutting where control matters most.
The blade features a VG10 stainless steel core, heat-treated to approximately 61-62 HRC for excellent edge retention, fine grain structure, and easy sharpening. The core is wrapped in stainless Damascus cladding, creating a fully stainless, low-maintenance blade with strength and durability. Though compact and lightweight, this knife is a serious performer - quick, nimble, and capable of handling most vegetables and proteins with ease. The traditional octagonal ebony handle provides a secure, comfortable grip and excellent balance, setting this version apart from the standard oak-handled Enju petty.
Care Instructions: This knife is fully stainless and easy to maintain, but we recommend hand washing only and drying immediately after use. Avoid bones, frozen foods, or twisting cuts to prevent chipping, and store on a magnetic strip or in a saya when not in use.
The blade features a VG10 stainless steel core, heat-treated to approximately 61-62 HRC for excellent edge retention, fine grain structure, and easy sharpening. The core is wrapped in stainless Damascus cladding, creating a fully stainless, low-maintenance blade with strength and durability. Though compact and lightweight, this knife is a serious performer - quick, nimble, and capable of handling most vegetables and proteins with ease. The traditional octagonal ebony handle provides a secure, comfortable grip and excellent balance, setting this version apart from the standard oak-handled Enju petty.
Care Instructions: This knife is fully stainless and easy to maintain, but we recommend hand washing only and drying immediately after use. Avoid bones, frozen foods, or twisting cuts to prevent chipping, and store on a magnetic strip or in a saya when not in use.
- Blacksmith: Yoshimi Kato
- Location: Echizen, Japan
- Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
- Core Steel: VG10 Stainless
- Cladding: Stainless Damascus
- HRC: 61-62
- Engraving: Laser Engraved
- Edge Grind: Even (50/50)
- Handle: Octagonal Ebony
- Weight: 2.3 oz (66 g)
- Blade Length: 146mm
- Total Length: 275mm
- Spine Thickness at Base: 2mm
- Blade Height: 29mm
