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Shiro Kamo Blue 2 Kurouchi Petty 135mm

$128.00 USD

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Knife Specifications

We strive to provide accurate measurements and photographs of our products. However, due to the handmade nature of many items slight variations may occur.

Style

Petty

Blade Material

Blue 2 Core, Carbon Clad, Kurouchi Finish

Handle Material

Octagon Walnut w/Pakkawood Bolster

Bevel

Double Bevel

Maintenance Level

High

Edge Length

135mm

Overall Length

260mm

Spine Thickness

1.9mm/1.9mm

Blade Height

33mm

Weight

68g

HRC

~63

An In depth look

Blade Type

The Petty knife, a quintessential tool in Japanese cuisine, is a smaller utility knife used for precise, delicate tasks. Often considered a smaller sibling to the chef's knife, it excels in hand-held tasks like peeling, trimming, and intricate cutting. Its versatility makes it an essential for detailed culinary work.

Steel Type

Japanese Blue Steel #2, or "Aogami" #2, is a revered high-carbon steel alloyed with low amounts of chromium and tungsten. It strikes an excellent balance between durability, edge retention, and ease of sharpening. Slightly more ductile than Blue #1, it's widely used in crafting traditional Japanese knives, beloved by chefs for its resilience and sharpness, albeit is slightly softer than Blue 1.

Care Information

This knife is made from a high-carbon steel and as such, will require a little more care than a regular off-the-shelf knife. It must be dried shortly after use, as prolonged exposure to moisture can cause rust spots to appear. A very light coat of oil during storage also helps to prevent rust spots. A patina (colouration and seasoning of the steel) will occur with use.

Introducing

Shiro Kamo

Though not widely known internationally, Shiro Kamo holds a highly respected position among Japan’s knife-making elite. Awarded the prestigious title of Dento-Kogeshi (Master of Traditional Crafts) at just 45—a rare honour shared by only a handful of artisans in the Echizen area, including masters like Takeshi Saji and Katsushige Anryu—Kamo-san’s skill and dedication to traditional craftsmanship are exceptional.

Currently serving as the president of the renowned Takefu Knife Village Cooperative, Kamo-san produces knives admired for their consistently precise grinds, refined blade finishes, and meticulous attention to detail. His expertise with steels, particularly his celebrated heat treatment of R2 stainless steel, ensures blades with phenomenal cutting performance and outstanding edge retention.

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Customer Reviews

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Rebecca Huynh

Shiro Kamo Blue 2 Kurouchi Petty 135mm

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Sean Anderson
Shiro Kamo Blue 2 Kurouchi Petty

Quickly became my favourite knife. Very close to picking up the Gyuto from the same line. Can feel the bite of the steel compared to my other knives. Amazing service and fast shipping from the guys at Chefs Edge.

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Ryan Fletcher
Handy

I just love the simplicity of this little one. Razor sharp and slices through everything. Feels like it should be worth more. Thanks again Chefs edge.

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Ryan Fletcher
Handy

I just love the simplicity of this little one. Razor sharp and slices through everything. Feels like it should be worth more. Thanks again Chefs edge.

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Blade shorter than advertised

This is a great knife that is super easy to sharpen and is stronger than its weight would suggest - however the example that I received felt a bit short. Today, I finally measured it and it’s about 28 mm, which is significantly shorter than the 33mm dimension I based my decision on. Not great for knuckle clearance on small tasks but it won’t really stop me from continuing to use the blade - just unfortunate.