{"product_id":"tokushu-knife-nashiji-ginsan-3-petty-150mm-with-rosewood-wa-handle","title":"Tokushu Knife Nashiji Ginsan #3 Petty 150mm with Rosewood Wa Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tokushu Knife Nashiji Ginsan #3 Petty 150mm with Rosewood Wa Handle is a compact, stainless Japanese utility knife built for precise daily prep. At 150mm, this petty is longer than a paring knife but more nimble than a gyuto, making it ideal for trimming proteins, slicing fruit, peeling citrus, mincing small aromatics, and handling quick board work when a larger chef knife feels unnecessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGinsan #3, also known as Silver #3, is a stainless Japanese steel valued for its clean sharpening feel, practical edge retention, and easy day-to-day care. It gives many cooks the sharpening feedback they like from carbon steel while offering much better corrosion resistance. The stainless cladding and nashiji “pear skin” finish add texture and character while keeping maintenance simple for home cooks and professional kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rosewood wa handle keeps the knife light, balanced, and comfortable in a pinch grip. This is a great petty for cooks who want a refined Japanese knife that is easy to maintain, easy to sharpen, and versatile enough to stay on the board for everyday small prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is a 150mm petty knife used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 150mm petty is used for small and medium prep tasks like trimming meat, slicing fruit, peeling produce, cutting sandwiches, portioning cheese, and working with herbs or aromatics. It is especially useful when a gyuto feels too large but a paring knife feels too short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is Ginsan #3 stainless?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Ginsan #3 is a stainless steel, making this petty easier to care for than carbon steel knives. You should still hand wash and dry it after use, but it is a very practical choice for cooks who want Japanese knife performance without heavy maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this a good first Japanese petty knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The combination of stainless Ginsan #3 steel, a useful 150mm blade length, and a lightweight wa handle makes this a strong first Japanese petty knife. It is sharp, practical, and forgiving enough for everyday use while still offering the refined cutting feel expected from a quality Japanese blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tokushu Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Petty \/ Utility Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginsan #3 \/ Silver #3 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless clad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nashiji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 280mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Mid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 78g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosewood wa handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 61 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash and dry immediately; do not use on bones, frozen foods, or hard cutting surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shibata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52324137566432,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/tokushu-knife-nashiji-ginsan-3-petty-150mm-04.jpg?v=1777400180","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/tokushu-knife-nashiji-ginsan-3-petty-150mm-with-rosewood-wa-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}