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Shigeki Tanaka VG10 damascus 150mm petty knife

Regular price ¥14,000 JPY
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Specifications

This Shigeki Tanaka petty knife is a versatile, nimble blade ideal for everyday kitchen tasks such as trimming, peeling, garnishing, and working with smaller ingredients where precision matters. Handcrafted in Miki City by fourth‑generation blacksmith Shigeki Tanaka, it features a VG10 stainless steel core with a damascus finish, offering excellent sharpness, durability, and easy maintenance. Light in hand and highly maneuverable, this petty knife is a practical choice for both home cooks and professionals who want a reliable, finely crafted Japanese utility knife.

  • Handcrafted in Miki, Japan by Shigeki Tanaka
  • 157mm cutting edge length
  • Takefu VG10 stainless steel core
  • Sanmai construction with stainless cladding
  • Damascus finish
  • Pakkawood handle
  • Suitable for right- or left-handed users

Details

  • Brand / Maker: Shigeki Tanaka
  • Producing Area: Miki, Japan
  • Knife type: petty knife
  • Finish: damascus
  • Construction: sanmai
  • Steel type: stainless steel
  • Core steel: Takefu VG10

Blade and Handle Specs

  • Total length: 272mm
  • Blade length - heel to tip: 157mm
  • Blade height at heel: 34.4mm
  • Spine thickness at heel: 2.1mm
  • Weight: 89g
  • Edge/bevel: 50:50
  • Handle: pakkawood
  • Hand orientation: ambidextrous
  • Saya/ sheath: not included

Notes:

a. Proper care is essential for Japanese knives, such as this Shigeki Tanaka VG10 damascus petty knife. Please refer to our care guide below.
b. Slight variations in measurements and surface finish are typical in hand-forged Japanese knives.
c. Minor cosmetic variations—such as light surface marks or fine scuffs—are common in handcrafted blades.

Shipping & Returns

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• Online tracking included
• 30-day returns on unused items
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Care Guide

• Use whetstones for sharpening
• Use wooden or rubber cutting boards
• Keep clean and dry to prevent rust
• Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods
• Hand wash only - no dishwasher
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