{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kokugei-blue-1-petty-120mm-ebony","title":"Hatsukokoro Kokugei Blue #1 Kurouchi Petty 120mm with Mono Ebony Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHatsukokoro Kokugei Blue #1 Petty 120mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, tall-profile Japanese utility knife with the board clearance of a miniature santoku. Its Aogami #1 carbon-steel core takes an exceptionally keen edge, while reactive iron cladding and a rustic kurouchi finish give the knife its distinctive, work-focused character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we like it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a narrow Western-style paring knife. The Kokugei petty has extra height at the heel, making it comfortable for small-board work such as garlic, shallots, fruit, herbs, garnishes and trimming boneless proteins. The 120mm format is nimble in tight spaces, and the octagonal mono ebony handle keeps the knife balanced and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hatsukokoro\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kokugei\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall petty \/ compact utility knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e San-mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aogami #1 \/ Blue #1 carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reactive iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kurouchi blacksmith finish with polished bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 62–63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel, approximately 50\/50\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListed blade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 120–125mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 38–40mm at the heel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3mm at the heel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 253–255mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 90–100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octagonal mono ebony wa handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandedness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambidextrous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMeasurements and appearance may vary slightly because these knives are forged and finished by hand. Variation in the kurouchi finish, forge marks and minor asymmetry are normal characteristics of this rustic line.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCarbon-steel care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue #1 core and iron cladding are fully reactive. Wash and dry the knife immediately after use, never place it in a dishwasher, and do not leave it wet or resting against acidic ingredients. A natural patina will form with use and is expected. Apply a thin coat of food-safe camellia or mineral oil before longer storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for fruit, shallots, garlic, herbs, garnishes and boneless protein trimming. Use a wooden or soft synthetic cutting board. Do not use it on bones, frozen food or very hard ingredients, and avoid twisting or prying with the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49840652419329,"sku":"HAT-KKG-B1-PET120-EB","price":99.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/7687\/5777\/files\/hatsukokoro-kokugei-blue-1-petty-120mm-ebony-hero.jpg?v=1784122476","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.eu\/de\/products\/hatsukokoro-kokugei-blue-1-petty-120mm-ebony","provider":"Tokushu Knife Malta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}