PRO-S 5001 - Petty knife from MoV steel 130 mm blade. Kanetsugu, Japan

Wonderful, functional and practical Petty knife, from underestimated at us series, with a steel handle 

The Japanese — are people who value time, so they often choose steel. 

The misconception, that all-metal knives are uncomfortable & slippery, this opinion is common was rather with us. 

Japanese knife manufacturers, produce models with steel handles in a large number and variety. 

Textured matte surfaces in a humid environment glide no more than other materials. 

Their longevity is exceptional — this is an obvious fact. 

Fit and polish of junctions at the highest level. 

The right choice for those who do not want to spend extra effort on check the condition of their kitchen knives. 

This approach is also true for cooks, who regularly need to disinfection process of a professional arsenal. 

Blade — Molybdenum stainless 1K-6 Daido High-carbon steel, with cryogenic hardening at a temperature of -70 °C, for maximum improvement of working properties. 

Made in Japan, at Seki Kanetsugu Co. Ltd factory, with using craftsmen's work and high precision CNC machines. 

Hardness up to 57 HRC. 

The Convex (lenticular) grind on the right side, and flat on the left. 

Thin and symmetrical cutting edge, characteristic of the company's products. 

A famous “convexity” refers to the right slope, and not to the edge. 

There are no problems, with following sharpening. 

The handle is all-steel, by uneven texture for a reliable hold. 

A small sized, with well-thought-out geometry, therefore it fits normally both in the female hand, and in the large male palm. 

All details are perfectly fitted, and the knife gives the impression of a single whole. 

For industrial use, were created & manufactured in Japan, and presented by our shop, the excellent Kanetsugu PRO-S, Tojiro-Pro and Tojiro-Color series, with metal or heat-resistant polymer handles, withstand for sterilization. 

Recommendations for handling, storage and care:

Adhering to simple rules, the owner will receive positive emotions, using the collected knife set. 

A carefully crafted thing, with careful use, will last for decades, requiring several times a year, a planned restoration of sharpness.