Description
Kasane petty knife is super sharp and light-weight, perfect for cutting smaller vegetables and fruits like garlic and apples. It is also handy for cutting cauliflower and broccoli into florets. The waterproofed wild cherry handle is beautiful to look at, comfortable to hold and will fit well into the palm of your hand. “Kasane” petty knife is one of three essential knife set.
Kasane knives have gained a following among professionals in the food industry despite being a relatively new brand. The fact that “Kasane” appeals to a wide range of users is no coinscident. It is sharp and light-weight. Ergonomic design of the knives makes them more comfortable to use and reduces the strain on the user’s hands and wrists, which is important for home cooks and professional chefs who use their knives for extended periods of time.
“Zero Edge” Technology
“Kasane” is a new knife brand from Sumikama Co Ltd, a renowned Japanese knife maker. The knives feature a unique technology developed in-house to maintain sharpness for longer. The company processes and sharpens each blade in a special way that slows down dulling. Research by Sumikama shows that “Zero Edge” helps retain about 80% of sharpness compared with other products in their internal tests.
Story of “Kasane”
“Kasane” means layering. It refers to many aspects of Japanese culture and lifestyle, such as the ancient art of layering colours in Japanese kimono, or many layers of colour in the changing seasons, or the beauty of various layers of one’s life experiences. There are also many layers of effort put into creating this innovative bread knife. When a company is brave enough to address their own gender disparity, deciding to reflect more female voices, and when with all male in-house designers give way to a female designer outside the company, the result is just so perfect. The company has previously awarded two prestigious design awards from the leading international consumer goods trade fair “Ambiente Messe“.
How to Care
– To maintain the sharpness of your knife, we recommend that it is hand-washed.
– Do not leave unwashed for long after cutting citrus such as lemon or orange.
– To sharpen, you can use a whetstone or;
– Consult a professional sharpener who is familiar with Japanese knives
– Do not use a sharpening lod.
Features
Super light-weight means you can comfortably use it for longer periods of time. Sumikama’s own “Zero Edge” technology ensures your knife stays sharper for longer with easy maintenance.
Specifications
Total Length: 24cm
Blade Length: 12.5cm
Weight: 50g
Blade Material: AUS08 (Molybdenum Vanadium Stainless Steel)
Handle Material: Waterproofed Wild Cherry Handle
Penny Barlow –
I love the kasane knives from Shokuninstore – they are amazing… and quite addictive. I started with the bread knife which is fabulous to cut sourdough, then moved on to the 16.5 versatile knife and are now purchasing the smallest petty knife. The blades cut through food so easily and I’ve decided this is really all I need. No more ugly knife block on the bench! The beautiful cherrywood handles are a joy to hold – the only careful consideration is to make sure the knives are hand washed. Not a problem for me but I know many people put their knives straight in a dishwasher.
Jack Drever –
Just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful products we’ve purchased from Shokunin Store recently. The kitchen knives are outstanding, and all three cover everything I need for cooking. They’re incredibly versatile.
I really appreciate the quick deliveries and the handwritten letters that come with them.
I also purchased a set for my mum, who loves them just as much.
Thanks again.