The Akifusa tsuchime kurouchi damascus AS petty 160mm is a handcrafted Japanese utility knife from Tosa. This carbon steel petty features a Hitachi Aogami Super core in sanmai construction with iron-clad damascus and a tsuchime kurouchi finish. The blade measures 162mm with 33.7mm height. Heat treated to 64-65 HRC. This petty knife handles precision work like peeling, trimming, and slicing small ingredients. The Aogami Super core provides excellent edge retention. The iron cladding will develop a natural patina over time with use.
About the brand: Akifusa is a Japanese knife brand owned by Nakaya Co., Ltd., a company producing cutting tools and blade machines since 1907. Originally founded in Hokkaido, the company relocated to Sanjo in 1961. Akifusa knives are developed through collaboration with renowned blacksmiths in Japan.