Sakai Takayuki Mirror 45 layer Petty 135mm nigara-hamono you can really get a

you can really get a sense of the fact that it was hand-made in a forge

it has a mirror finish on both sides so reflective it was really difficult to get a photo of it without without a reflection

understated and incredibly light mid-sized gyuto from Konosuke's GS+ range and finished with a beautiful octagonal chestnut handle

A good size to fit in the hand for peeling and fine chopping

Nimble and light with a great finish

Sakai Takayuki Mirror 45 layer Petty 135mm nigara-hamono you can really get aAn excellent all rounder and mid sized petty. It handles intricate jobs well and can also be used for general cutting. With a balance point just behind the metal bolster and a thin overall blade profile it's easy to use and looks great too.