At 135 mm, this petty handles the precision tasks that larger knives cannot: peeling, fine brunoise, fresh herbs, small cuts of meat or fish. Its profile, tapering toward a fine tip, allows detailed work both on the board and in-hand. At this length, the petty functions as a natural complement to a gyuto or santoku, taking over where reach and bulk become a liability.
The ebony handle, with its tightly packed grain and deep, uniform tone, creates a strong contrast with the blade. Ebony is among the densest woods used in knife handles, giving it high dimensional stability and a naturally smooth surface. At this compact format, its weight keeps the balance point over the blade, where control is needed most.
SPG Strix (Takefu Steel) is a stainless powder steel built around the Strong Matrix concept: hardness, rated at HRC 63,65, comes from reinforcing the metallic base structure rather than accumulating hard carbides. The result is a very fine, homogeneous grain that supports a consistent, long-lasting edge. On a whetstone, SPG Strix responds with the accessibility of a carbon steel despite its hardness. Fully stainless: no patina develops, no protective oil is needed between uses.
Care
Rinse and dry after each use. Do not put in the dishwasher. Sharpen on water stones.
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