Yoshimi Kato has taken the reins of the business that his father-in-law, Hiroshi, started and is making some of the best blades coming out of Echizen today.
The Kato Suminagashi knives are constructed from a core of VG-10 stainless steel to which is added a layer of a softer stainless steel finished in a wonderful Damascus (suminagashi) pattern. VG-10 steel is a designation used for a particular type of stainless steel. VG-10 steel is a Japanese-made alloy that has found particular favor in the cutlery industry.
The 120mm petty is a great all-around kitchen knife for smaller products and smaller tasks like garnish preparation. It has a very slim blade that is ground in a symmetrical manner. Overall balance is really good, which is important with a blade of this type. VG-10 holds a good edge and is characteristically quite easy maintain and care for.
This petty comes with a really lovely western-style handle in a rosewood color. The fit and finish of the knife are as good as its looks.Maker: Yoshimi Kato
City: Echizen
Steel: VG-10 Stainless
Cladding: Stainless Damascus
Handle: Rosewood, Western
Weight: 2.3 oz (65 g)
Edge Length: 123 mm
Total Length: 277 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 1.5 mm
Blade Height: 30 mm
The Kato Suminagashi knives are constructed from a core of VG-10 stainless steel to which is added a layer of a softer stainless steel finished in a wonderful Damascus (suminagashi) pattern. VG-10 steel is a designation used for a particular type of stainless steel. VG-10 steel is a Japanese-made alloy that has found particular favor in the cutlery industry.
The 120mm petty is a great all-around kitchen knife for smaller products and smaller tasks like garnish preparation. It has a very slim blade that is ground in a symmetrical manner. Overall balance is really good, which is important with a blade of this type. VG-10 holds a good edge and is characteristically quite easy maintain and care for.
This petty comes with a really lovely western-style handle in a rosewood color. The fit and finish of the knife are as good as its looks.
