150mm Ginsan Petty – Akihiro (秋弘作)
Specs
Blade length: 150mm
Oveall length: 270mm
Weight: 88g
Construction: San Mai (Ginsan stainless core, soft cladding)
Handle: Western yo-handle, black pakkawood with rivets
Maker’s mark: 銀紙鋼 (Ginsan steel) ・ 秋弘作 (Made by Akihiro)
Origin: Japan
About This Knife
Stamped with 銀紙鋼 (Ginsan steel) and 秋弘作 (Akihiro saku), proudly signed by its maker. Ginsan (Silver #3) is a stainless steel loved by Japanese smiths for its fine grain, excellent edge retention, and sharpening ease — traits normally reserved for carbon steels, without the worry of rust.
At 150mm, the petty is the go-to for detail work: trimming proteins, peeling fruit, or tackling small-scale prep with precision. Its San Mai build keeps the edge strong while soft cladding makes maintenance approachable.
At just 88g, it feels light, fast, and responsive a blade you’ll reach for constantly.
Why We Love It
A petty is often the most-used knife in the kitchen, and this one comes with the bonus of being smith-signed in premium Ginsan steel. Compact, agile, and crafted by Akihiro — it’s both practical and collectible.
