Tomihisa Asagi AUS10 Petty Knife 135mm
Tomihisa Asagi AUS10 Petty Knife 135mm
Steel Type: AUS10A Stainless Steel, with "Suminagashi" Damascus Finish
Handle Material: Compressed Pakkawood Handle
Rockwell HRC: 60
Blade Length: 135mm, 5.3 inch
Bevel: 50:50
About the Petty: The Petty or "petite" knife comes in a small and convenient size for more delicate work like cutting, or peeling small vegetables and herbs.
About The Tomihisa Aasagi Series: These knives showcase a fusion of form and function. With an AUS10 stainless steel core wrapped in 45 layers of 'Suminagashi' or Damascus, these knives offer both beauty and performance. AUS10 steel ensures easy sharpening, low maintenance, and affordability. The compressed Pakkawood handle provides a classic Western-style grip that is comfortable and practical.
About Tomihisa: Tomihisa is KUTO's own in-house brand of knives. The name "富久" Tomihisa derives from the name of the owner: "久富" Kutomi, with the Japanese Kanji characters reversed. The Tomihisa lines are curated using affordable and high-quality steels, which offer the optimal balance of easy maintenance, sharpening, and long-lasting sharpness. These knives are forged by master craftsmen from the regions of Tosa, Seki, and Sakai in Japan.