Yaxell Super Gou Utility Petty Knife 4.75 in
- 4.75 inch utility/petty blade
- SG2 micro carbide powder steel core
- 161 layers per title; description says 160
- Rockwell hardness 63
- Red and black canvas micarta handle, three stainless steel rivets
- 18/10 stainless end-cap, engraved
- Made in Japan
Last refreshed Sep 24, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A Japanese petty knife with an SG2 powder steel core and a Damascus pattern, built to a stated hardness. The layer count differs between the title and the description.
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ASIN: B016QQZ52OCategory: Kitchen Utility Knives
Overview
Slicing and trimming with a petty knife is the use for this Yaxell Super Gou, which wraps a powder steel core in alternating soft and hard stainless layers. The resin and canvas micarta handle carries three stainless rivets and an engraved end-cap.
The powder steel gives purity and strength, and the layered surface forms a Damascus design. The limitation is thin data: knife weight, edge angle and warranty are absent, and the layer count is stated two ways.
Who it's for
Cooks who like a compact, hard-edged knife for trimming and slicing get a documented steel and handle build. Those who chop in volume or need a heavier blade should look at a larger knife.
Pros and cons
- Powder steel core
- Stated Rockwell hardness
- Damascus layered pattern
- Canvas micarta handle
- Layer count stated two ways
- Knife weight not listed
- Short blade for large jobs
Performance notes
A very hard core is described as holding an extremely sharp cutting edge, and the alternating soft and hard layers surround it. The engraved end-cap adds stability and balance to the handle.
Specifications
| Brand | Yaxell |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 4.75 inches (per title)lower than 84% of 52 kitchen utility knives |
| Package dimensions | 3.5 x 1 x 15 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | SG2 micro carbide powder stainless steel, Damascus layered |
| Construction Type | 161 per title; 160 per description |
| Handle Material | Red and black resin and canvas micarta, three stainless rivets |
| Other details | |
| Hardness | Rockwell 63 |
| End-cap | Engraved 18/10 stainless steel |
| Country of origin | Japan |
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Frequently asked questions
Can the Yaxell Super Gou petty knife replace a chef's knife?
No. It is a 4.75 inch utility/petty knife, so it suits small tasks.
Is the Super Gou 161 layers or 160 layers?
The title says 161 layer and the description says 160 layers. The listing does not explain the difference.
What is the handle made of?
Red and black resin and canvas micarta with three stainless steel rivets.
How hard is the steel?
The description states a Rockwell hardness of 63.