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Sukenari  |  SKU: SUKE_ZDHL_PE165

Sukenari ZDP-189 Hairline Petty / Utility 165mm

$369.95

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Detailed Specifications
Profile Petty / Utility, Paring
Bevel Type Double Bevel
Weight 98 g        3.46 oz
Edge Length 163 mm   .6.42 inch
Heel Height 30 mm     .1.18 inch
Width @ Spine 2.5 mm     0.1 inch
Width @ Mid 2.5 mm     0.1 inch
Width @ 1cm from Tip 1.0 mm     0.04 inch
Steel ZDP-189 | Powdered Stainless
Hardness (HRC) 63 - 66
Handle Octagonal Ebony
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Care Instruction
  1. Don't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!
  2. Wash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;
  3. Please don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;
  4. Be careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;
  5. It is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!
  6. It is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.

  • Profile: Petty

    Utility, Paring

    The Petty knife, a smaller Japanese utility knife, serves as an ideal tool for precision tasks such as peeling, trimming, and slicing fruits and vegetables. With a blade length ranging from 120mm to 180mm (4.7 to 7 inches), it stands out for its ability to handle detailed work like deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes. Its slightly longer and slimmer profile compared to the Western paring knife enhances its functionality for intricate tasks, making it a valuable addition to any kitchen toolkit.

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  • Steel: ZDP-189

    ZDP-189 steel is a high-end powdered metallurgy stainless steel renowned for its exceptional hardness and edge retention capabilities. Developed by Hitachi Metals, it contains a high carbon and chromium content, allowing it to achieve hardness levels up to 67 HRC, making it one of the hardest steels used in knife making. This extraordinary hardness means that ZDP-189 can be sharpened to a very fine edge and maintain that sharpness through extensive use, far surpassing many other steel types in terms of edge retention. However, its high hardness also means that it can be more challenging to sharpen and may be more prone to chipping if used improperly. ZDP-189's significant chromium content also provides it with a degree of corrosion resistance, though care should still be taken to maintain the blade. Due to its premium qualities, ZDP-189 is often used in high-end and specialty knives, appealing to enthusiasts and professionals who prioritize cutting performance and longevity.

    Manufacturer:

    • Hitachi Special Steel, Japan

    Nature: Stainless

    Hardness: 63- 66

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  • Handle Specs

    Profile: Octagonal WA

    Material:

    • Ebony

    This handle, crafted from a single piece of ebony, exemplifies minimalist elegance and functional design. Its unique octagonal shape, featuring a subtle taper, offers a comfortable grip and a visually appealing geometric profile. The ebony wood, known for its deep, rich color and durability, has been meticulously milled from a single block, ensuring a seamless construction that highlights the wood's natural beauty and grain. The handle's surface has been highly polished, achieving a glossy finish that not only enhances the ebony's luxurious dark hue but also provides a smooth, tactile experience for the user. This design choice reflects a minimalist approach, focusing on simplicity, quality, and usability. The combination of the octagonal shape with the taper adds a modern twist to the classic material, making it a standout piece that blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics.

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Sukenari

Sukenari ZDP-189 Hairline Petty / Utility 165mm

$369.95

The Knives and Stones Sukenari ZDP-189 line is truely a beauty by the look, beast by the performance. The core steel is the most advanced powdered steel that Hitachi offers: the ZDP-189, reaching an unmatched hardness of HRC 65 to 67. This is acthieved by over 3% of Carbon content in the steel (White 2 has about 1%, Blue 1 has about 1.25%, that tells you something) meaning the Sukenari ZDP-189 will offer insance edge retention and sharpness. Yet it is a stainless steel becasue of the added Chromium. Overall, the ZDP-189 has very similar composition to the Cowry-X steel from Daido.

The ZDP-189 Hairline blade offers similar performance to the Damascus version, with simpler design it also significantly reduces the cost.

 

Measurements 

  Measurements

Weight 

 85 g 

Total Length

 295 mm

Tip to Heel Length

 157 mm

Blade Height at Heel

 28.2 mm

Width of Spine Above Heel 

 2.7 mm

Width of Spine at Middle of Blade

 2.1 mm

Width of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip

 0.8 mm

Steel

 ZDP-189 Powdered Stainless Steel Core

Hardness

 HRC 65-67

Handle Design

 K&S Teak wood handle with options

 

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