{"product_id":"kikuichi-ginsan-nashiji-petty-5-3","title":"Kikuichi Ginsan Nashiji Petty - 5.3”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKikuichi Cutlery is based in Nara, Japan, and has a history of bladesmithing dating back to the days of the samurai.  Kikuichi Cutlery has been operating within the same family for 4 generations.  Their knives are not manufactured in a large factory, rather, their production method is in the tradition of the old fluid style of manufacturing common in Japan and Europe.  Artisans specialize in a specific part of the production process to create a single knife.  Experts in bladesmithing, sharpening, handle makers, and finishing all contribute to the production process.  A minimum of 4 master craftsmen work on each knife before it is ready for the Kikuichi logo and chrysanthemum symbol.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA petty knife has a short blade that is similar to  Gyuto.  It is designed to perform small cutting tasks and precision work on a cutting surface.  Some chefs use the petty knife for in-hand tasks. The GN series is an example of the Japanese design philosophy shibui, a balance of simplicity and complexity.  A Nashiji (pear skin) finish, the 3-layer blade with a Ginsan (silver-3) core is thin, strong, and precise.  The octagonal Oak handle provides a firm grip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHand wash with mild soap; rinse and dry thoroughly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kikuichi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44198111117348,"sku":"M-132121","price":189.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/4213\/4564\/files\/GN135__69199.1776371228.1280.1280.jpg?v=1779373271","url":"https:\/\/coakswarehouse.com\/products\/kikuichi-ginsan-nashiji-petty-5-3","provider":"The Cook's Warehouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}