The KC-708 Petty Knife features a NKS32 high carbon steel blade and a wood handle with steel bolster. The petty knife is a Japanese-style paring/utility knife. It is the perfect tool in the hand for peeling and preparing fruits and vegetables, as well as beautifying dishes with elegant cuts and garnishes. It can also be used as a petite chef knife, which is ideal for smaller hands.

About the Minamoto Kanemasa M Series:

Minamoto Kanemasa M-series knives have carbon steel blades made of NKS32, which provide excellent edge retention, HRC 59-60. The basic and simple handles have excellent grip and will stand up to anything you put it to. Professional quality, these have of a full-tang construction with welded bolster. Proudly made in Seki city, Japan.