About the Maker - Nigara Hamono

With sowrd-making roots for over 350 years old, although Nigara Hamono (二唐刃物) is a relatively new knife-maker, the skills passed down from generations allowed them to create unique and stunning knives.

About the Shape - Petty

Petty (ぺティ) knives are considered to be a smaller version of the Gyuto and are similarly used as an all-rounder knife to peel, slice, dice, mince, peel and trim a variety of smaller fruits, vegetables, herbs, garnishes and proteins.

About the Steel - SG2

Developed by Takefu Special Steel Company in Japan, SG2 or Super Gold 2 is a high-end stainless powdered tool steel alloy which is capable of being treated to a hardness of 64 HRC.

About the Finish - Kurouchi

Kurouchi (黒打ち) refers to the darkened steel surface as a result from the forging process which forms a coating of oxide. It is the most rusting finish of all but gives knives a traditional character.

About the Finish - Tsuchime

Tsuchime (槌目) refers to a hammered finish. This could be a result from the forging process or be added/hand-hammered by the blacksmith to create an indented and unique finish.

Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime K tip Paring Knife 90mm	$183.00	Sold by K&S - Sydney	Ships from Australia
Nigara Hamono SG2 Tsuchime Kiritsuke Petty 90mm - Kurouchi	$210.00	Sold by Cutting Edge Knives	Ships from United Kingdom

Nigara Hamono SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Petty 230mm

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Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime K tip Paring Knife 90mm

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