Blade Material: High Performance SLD Stain Resistant Steel / Edge Angle: Double Edged / Grade: Kurouchi Stainless Clad Nashiji / Handle Shape: Octagonal / Handle Material: Ebony / HRC: 63-64 / Knife Style: Japanese Petty Utility Knife / Saya Cover: Optional - Magnolia Saya Knife Cover / Stain Resistant: Yes / Made in Japan Our Yoshihiro SLD Stainless Clad Knives are clad in 2 layers of stainless steel that provides durability and protection without sacrificing its sharp cutting edge. High Performance SLD is among the new generation of steels being engineered in Japan that endeavor to surpass the capabilities of existing metals.Its main features are it is highly wear resistant with a hardness level that rivals carbon steel with a high level of stain resistance. This combination of cutting-edge metallurgy results in a knife with excellent sharpness, long edge retention, and stainless durability. Sometimes called a utility knife, the Petty is a smaller version of a chefs knife but is bigger than a Paring knife. The Petty fits in small places that require more dexterity than bigger chefs knives while handling bigger jobs than a Paring knife can take care of. The Petty will soon become the go-to knife in your kitchen. The difference will be felt right away when a hand-forged Japanese Petty knife of incomparable sharpness is used for smaller precision tasks such as peeling, trimming, and slicing small fruits and vegetables to handling bigger tasks as a small chefs knife. A razor sharp Petty knife can intricately carve and style vegetables and fruits for beautiful presentations and garnishes, performing just as well for bigger jobs such as preparing meals. Preparing delicious meals starts with taking wholesome ingredients and using the best tools such as a high quality chefs knife to make every meal into something special. From dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmers market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, even the simplest tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional. Care & Sharpening: Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods. Blade Material: High Performance SLD Stain Resistant Steel / Edge Angle: Double Edged / Grade: Kurouchi Stainless Clad Nashiji / Handle Shape: Octagonal / Handle Material: Ebony / HRC: 63-64 / Knife Style: Japanese Petty Utility Knife / Saya Cover: Optional - Magnolia Saya Knife Cover / Stain Resistant: Yes / Made in Japan / High Performance SLD is among the new generation of steels being engineered in Japan that endeavor to surpass the capabilities of existing metals.Its main features are it is highly wear resistant with a hardness level that rivals carbon steel with a high level of stain resistance. This combination of cutting-edge metallurgy results in a knife with excellent sharpness, long edge retention, and stainless durability. / The Santoku knife is a Japanese all-purpose knife with a round tip. The blade is shorter and thinner, making it perfect for home cooking. Santoku literally mean three virtues, and can be used for meat, fish, and vegetables.Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans creating a unique one of a kind work of art. / Preparing delicious meals starts with taking wholesome ingredients and using the best tools such as a high quality chefs knife to make every meal into something special. From dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmers market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, even the simplest tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional. / Care & Sharpening: Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.