Black Ash Petty 130mm

Where do your eyes go first when looking at this mighty petty chef knife made by Philadelphia bladesmith Steve Pellegrino, the beautifully carved black ash burl handle, or the go mai blade? Wherever they land, there is an element to appreciate in every meal it helps prepare. Let’s start with the 130mm / 5.1” blade. Nearest the spine is forge-finished 304 stainless steel that transitions into a smooth, hand sanded section followed by a vein of pure nickel that mimics the form of the hammer marks above, as well as preventing carbon diffusion from the core layer, and finally culminating at a thin, sharp, 52100 carbon steel edge. Beyond its good looks, the blade is crafted to perform a wide variety of tasks including chopping larger vegetables with its 50mm tall heel, performing detail work with the slim, sharp tip, and slices of all variety with a gently curved edge throughout. To bring it all together is a well-designed handle that sits comfortably in the hand. A series of six pins plus a single, centered pin toward the rear, securing the ash to a frame of white micarta and the blade’s tang. A custom cherry saya is included.