{"product_id":"masamoto-ks-series-wa-gyuto-honkasumi-white-steel-no-2-wa-petty-165mm","title":"Masamoto KS Wa Petty Knife 165mm - Premium White Steel No.2","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLegendary Honkasumi Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Masamoto KS Series represents the pinnacle of traditional Japanese carbon steel knives. Entirely hand-forged (Honkasumi), hand-sharpened, and polished by master artisans, the KS series requires a much higher level of craftsmanship than standard Kasumi knives, resulting in a more refined finish and unparalleled sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePure White Steel No.2 Core (HRC 62-63)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged from premium Hitachi White Steel No.2 (Shirogami #2), this knife achieves an extraordinary hardness of HRC 62 to 63. Celebrated by professional chefs for its high purity, it offers a legendary, aggressive bite and excellent edge retention while remaining exceptionally easy to resharpen on whetstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatile 50\/50 Double-Bevel Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional single-bevel Japanese knives, this Wa Petty features a perfectly symmetrical 50\/50 Double Bevel Edge. This versatile grind makes it completely ambidextrous (ideal for both right and left-handed users). It is the ultimate nimble tool for peeling, shaping fruits, chopping herbs, and creating intricate garnishes on the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagnolia Handle with Durable Black Ferrule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitted with a traditional Japanese D-shaped magnolia wood handle, this knife provides an ergonomic, slip-resistant grip. Based on decades of insights from professional chefs, it is paired with a solid black water buffalo horn ferrule, which offers superior structural strength and durability compared to marbled alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Masamoto KS Wa Petty\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hitachi White Steel No.2 (High Carbon Steel)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e HRC 62-63\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Bevel Edge (50\/50 Symmetrical)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e D-shaped Magnolia Wood with Solid Black Buffalo Horn Bolster\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand Wash Only (Wipe dry immediately to prevent rust. Saya not included).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Masamoto Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45917529112775,"sku":"KS4216","price":258.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/6217\/3383\/files\/masamoto-ks-wa-petty-165mm-white-steel-no2.webp?v=1777633793","url":"https:\/\/kyotolux.com\/en-us\/products\/masamoto-ks-series-wa-gyuto-honkasumi-white-steel-no-2-wa-petty-165mm","provider":"KyotoLux","version":"1.0","type":"link"}