{"product_id":"mattiyu-utility-6-knife-small-blade-serious-shinarp","title":"Mattiyu Utility 6\" Knife | Small Blade. Serious SHINARP","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eMeet the little sibling of the \u003cstrong\u003eMattiyu Gyuto Chef Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMattiyu Santoku Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMattiyu Utility 6\" Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for the everyday kitchen tasks where a full-size chef knife feels too large, but a paring knife feels too small. Lightweight, balanced, and easy to control, it gives you the perfect in-between blade for quick meals, detailed prep, and smaller ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMattiyu means “hammer” in Chamorro\u003c\/strong\u003e, inspired by the hammered pattern across the Damascus steel. That texture gives the knife its bold, handcrafted look while helping reduce drag and food sticking to the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall enough for control. Large enough to get real work done. This is the knife you will reach for more than you expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Every Kitchen Needs a Utility Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA utility knife fills the gap between your chef knife and paring knife. Its shorter blade gives you more control for precision work without sacrificing enough length to slice, trim, and portion ingredients comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlicing tomatoes, citrus, apples, mangoes, and other fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting sandwiches, wraps, pastries, and smaller pizzas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming fat and silver skin from meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortioning boneless chicken, pork, and fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlicing cheese, sausage, and cured meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChopping garlic, shallots, herbs, and smaller vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeeling and shaping fruits and vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday meal and snack preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an excellent choice for cooks who prefer a smaller, lighter knife or anyone working in a compact kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Precision and Everyday Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mattiyu Utility features a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-carbon steel core with hammered Damascus construction\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a strong balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVacuum heat treatment brings the blade to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e60 ± 2 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping it maintain its SHINARP edge through daily kitchen use. The manually finished convex edge is sharpened to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e15 degrees per side\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a fine cutting edge that slices cleanly and remains easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA natural rosewood handle, smooth bolster, and polished spine provide a comfortable grip for controlled cutting and extended preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures and Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hammered Damascus steel with high-carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 ± 2 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 15 degrees per side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manually sharpened convex edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vacuum heat treated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10.55 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5.91 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4.65 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.087 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4.48 ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, polished spine and ergonomic bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and easy to maneuver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for right- or left-handed kitchen use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Little Sibling That Holds Its Own\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mattiyu Gyuto handles your large slicing and all-purpose prep. The Mattiyu Santoku delivers fast chopping, dicing, and mincing. The Mattiyu Utility steps in when you need tighter control and a lighter blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, they create a kitchen lineup ready for everything from everyday family meals to full fiesta preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKnife Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash with mild soap and dry immediately after use. Do not place the knife in the dishwasher or leave it soaking in water. Apply a light coating of food-safe oil before extended storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis utility knife is made for precision kitchen prep. Do not use it to chop bones, cut frozen foods, open containers, or pry objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact. Comfortable. Versatile. 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