SHIUN 6213 — Japanese utility petty knife made of three-layer steel with a 150 mm blade. Kanetsugu, Japan

The Kanetsugu SHIUN 6213 utility knife is the perfect choice for home cooks who enjoy traditional Japanese knives.

Thin, lightweight, and scalpel-sharp, the Kanetsugu SHIUN 6213 feels like an extension of your hand.

The blade is crafted from durable VG 10 stainless steel, which holds an edge well without being too brittle or difficult to sharpen. The thin 150-millimeter blade easily handles fine slicing and peeling vegetables. The forged Tsuchime finish, polished to a high shine, helps it glide through produce without splitting dense vegetables.

The traditional octagonal wooden handle gives this knife a classic look that many appreciate. Japanese oak wood, after being shaped into the required octagonal form, is carefully sanded and lightly charred to highlight the natural grain. The handle is then coated with a dark protective varnish to protect against moisture.

Combined with high-quality VG-10 steel, you get a knife capable of exceptional precision and sharpness, with a confident and distinctive feel in the hand.