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Anryu Hamono AO Tsuchime Petty 150 mm

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Anryu Hamono AO Tsuchime Petty 150 mm

Anryu Hamono AO Tsuchime Petty 150 mm

Blade Length  150 mm
Total Length  278 mm
Steel  Aogami Super
Handle  Rosewood
Ferrule Pakka
Rockwell 63-64
Height Spine to heel  34 mm
Width at Spine  2 mm
Weight  81 grams
Bevel  Double (50/50)


The Blacksmith

Anryu Hamono is a small workshop in Echizen, Japan that was started by Hansaburo Anryu in 1873. It has been passed down through generations, with Katsushige Anryu, the 4th generation knife maker, working as blacksmith for over 50 years. After apprenticing under his father, Katsushige-san became highly respected for his traditional knife forging techniques and was elected chairman of the Takefu Knife Village Co-op, an association for Echizen's top knife makers. Carrying on Anryu Hamono’s artisanal legacy, he has recently passed the workshop on to his 5th generation apprentice and nephew, Takumi Ikeda. 



Takefu Knife Village

The Takefu Knife Village is a cooperative workshop in the Echizen region of Japan. It is the home to a long list of blacksmiths that we work with and many young and upcoming apprentices learning the trade. The area has a 700 year long history of smithing with roots in agricultural tools turned cutlery powerhouse. 


The Knife 

The petty knife is the Japanese equivalent of a utility knife. They typically range in size from 90 mm (3.5 inches) to 150 mm (6 inches) and have a slender, easy-to-control, short blade. They are a perfect accompaniment to a Gyuto, Santoku, or Bunka, as they facilitate smaller tasks. Shorter versions are great for in-hand use. Longer versions are great for fine chopping and managing small ingredients on a cutting board. They also handle butchery tasks with ease. 


Knife Care (Stainless Clad)

  • This knife is made from 3 layers of steel using a technique called Sanmai (Forge welding). It involves laminating a piece of Carbon steel with two pieces of Stainless steel giving the knife all the benefits of the carbon steel (Edge retention, ease of sharpening, cutting feel) and the Ease of Maintenance from Stainless steel. 2-3 millimeters of the carbon steel is exposed at the edge of the knife and is susceptible to rust and discouloration if not properly maintained.
  • Simply Wipe the knife with a damp cloth immediately after use to keep it from rusting or discouloring.
  • Wash with regular dish soap and warm water using a none abrasive sponge or cloth.
  • Never put your knife in the Dishwasher. The extreme heat will ruin the wooden handle.
  • Highly acidic ingredients (Onions, Tomatoes, Citrus) Will cause rust and oxidation to happen faster, thus the user must ensure the knife is wiped clean immediately after working with such an ingredient.
  • Should any rust form it can be removed using a rust eraser or a mixture of Baking soda and water to simply scrub it clean.
  • Avoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.
$60.08

Original: $171.65

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Anryu Hamono AO Tsuchime Petty 150 mm

$171.65

$60.08

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Description

Blade Length  150 mm
Total Length  278 mm
Steel  Aogami Super
Handle  Rosewood
Ferrule Pakka
Rockwell 63-64
Height Spine to heel  34 mm
Width at Spine  2 mm
Weight  81 grams
Bevel  Double (50/50)


The Blacksmith

Anryu Hamono is a small workshop in Echizen, Japan that was started by Hansaburo Anryu in 1873. It has been passed down through generations, with Katsushige Anryu, the 4th generation knife maker, working as blacksmith for over 50 years. After apprenticing under his father, Katsushige-san became highly respected for his traditional knife forging techniques and was elected chairman of the Takefu Knife Village Co-op, an association for Echizen's top knife makers. Carrying on Anryu Hamono’s artisanal legacy, he has recently passed the workshop on to his 5th generation apprentice and nephew, Takumi Ikeda. 



Takefu Knife Village

The Takefu Knife Village is a cooperative workshop in the Echizen region of Japan. It is the home to a long list of blacksmiths that we work with and many young and upcoming apprentices learning the trade. The area has a 700 year long history of smithing with roots in agricultural tools turned cutlery powerhouse. 


The Knife 

The petty knife is the Japanese equivalent of a utility knife. They typically range in size from 90 mm (3.5 inches) to 150 mm (6 inches) and have a slender, easy-to-control, short blade. They are a perfect accompaniment to a Gyuto, Santoku, or Bunka, as they facilitate smaller tasks. Shorter versions are great for in-hand use. Longer versions are great for fine chopping and managing small ingredients on a cutting board. They also handle butchery tasks with ease. 


Knife Care (Stainless Clad)

  • This knife is made from 3 layers of steel using a technique called Sanmai (Forge welding). It involves laminating a piece of Carbon steel with two pieces of Stainless steel giving the knife all the benefits of the carbon steel (Edge retention, ease of sharpening, cutting feel) and the Ease of Maintenance from Stainless steel. 2-3 millimeters of the carbon steel is exposed at the edge of the knife and is susceptible to rust and discouloration if not properly maintained.
  • Simply Wipe the knife with a damp cloth immediately after use to keep it from rusting or discouloring.
  • Wash with regular dish soap and warm water using a none abrasive sponge or cloth.
  • Never put your knife in the Dishwasher. The extreme heat will ruin the wooden handle.
  • Highly acidic ingredients (Onions, Tomatoes, Citrus) Will cause rust and oxidation to happen faster, thus the user must ensure the knife is wiped clean immediately after working with such an ingredient.
  • Should any rust form it can be removed using a rust eraser or a mixture of Baking soda and water to simply scrub it clean.
  • Avoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.