Petty: Compact utility knife for precise work with vegetables, fruits, and small proteins
130mm (5.12") cutting edge length with 28.3mm height at heel
Weight: 70g - lightweight for detailed cutting tasks
Chromax semi-stainless steel core hardened to 64-65 HRC
Stainless clad construction for easier maintenance
Durable pakkawood handle
Takamura is a family-operated workshop in Takefu (Echizen), Japan, run by three brothers who continue their father's legacy. The workshop has specialized in high-performance stainless steel knives for over 60 years, developing proprietary steel blends and heat treatments. Their Chromax line represents their approach to thin-ground, high-performance knives at an accessible price point.
Overall length: 241mm Blade length (heel to tip): 130mm Blade height at heel: 28.3mm Spine thickness at handle: 1.8mm Spine thickness at heel: 1.6mm Spine thickness at middle: 1.3mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 0.6mm Weight: 70g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: pakkawood Hand orientation: ambidextrous
··•·· Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Takamura chromax petty knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Slight measurement variations are normal. c. Small surface finish variations in knives are common in Japanese kitchen knives.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Care Guide
