Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm
Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm

Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm

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SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Length  135 mm
Total Length  268 mm
Steel  Aogami Super
Handle  Walnut 
Ferrule Ebony w/maple liner
Rockwell 63-64
Height Spine to heel  34 mm
Width at Spine  2.3 mm
Weight  78 grams
Bevel Double (50/50)

Shiro Kamo

Shiro Kamo works in the Famous Takefu knife village in Echizen City, Japan. Knives made in this region are famous for their thinness which is achieved by hammering two blades at once during the forging process. He is a master blacksmith and recently resigned from his post as the Chairman of the Takefu knife Village however he still works as the Chairman of the Echizen Blacksmith Foundation and is working to reinvigorate the blacksmith tradition in Japan. 


Takefu Knife Village

The Takefu Knife Village is a cooperative workshop in the Echizen region of Japan. It is the home to a long list of blacksmiths that we work with and many young and upcoming apprentices learning the trade. The area has a 700 year long history of smithing with roots in agricultural tools turned cutlery powerhouse. 


The Knife

Petty knives are great for all the little things: Chopping shallots and garlic, mincing herbs and butchering small proteins. They function perfectly as a line knife for our professional chefs out there as they're nimble, don't take up much space but can still accomplish a wide variety of tasks. This also makes them a great option for home cooks looking for something capable they can leave out on the counter all day.


Knife Care (Stainless Clad)

  • This knife is made from 3 layers of steel using a technique called Sanmai (Forge welding). It involves laminating a piece of Carbon steel with two pieces of Stainless steel giving the knife all the benefits of the carbon steel (Edge retention, ease of sharpening, cutting feel) and the Ease of Maintenance from Stainless steel. 2-3 millimeters of the carbon steel is exposed at the edge of the knife and is susceptible to rust and discouloration if not properly maintained.
  • Simply Wipe the knife with a damp cloth immediately after use to keep it from rusting or discouloring.
  • Wash with regular dish soap and warm water using a none abrasive sponge or cloth.
  • Never put your knife in the Dishwasher. The extreme heat will ruin the wooden handle.
  • Highly acidic ingredients (Onions, Tomatoes, Citrus) Will cause rust and oxidation to happen faster, thus the user must ensure the knife is wiped clean immediately after working with such an ingredient.
  • Should any rust form it can be removed using a rust eraser or a mixture of Baking soda and water to simply scrub it clean.
  • Avoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies, parmesan rinds, woody stems or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Follow these care recommendations for your Japanese knives to protect the edge and keep them sharp as long as possible: 

  • Do not put them in the dishwasher or soak them in water, as this may ruin the wooden handle and rust the blade. 
  • Wash with soapy water and wipe dry after each use, especially after handling acidic ingredients, to minimize the risk of rusting.  
  • Don’t cut through anything you wouldn’t bite through, like frozen foods, hard candies, or bones, as this may chip or damage the knife. 
  • Don't torque the blade, as this may chip the knife. Use it in a forward and back, up and down motion without twisting.
  • Don’t scrape the cutting board with your knife, as this will cause it to dull quickly and ruin your edge. 
  • Use an end grain wooden cutting board or hi-soft rubberized cutting board if you can to protect your edge. Glass, bamboo, and granite are terrible materials for cutting boards, and plastic is only slightly better. 
SHIPPING & RETURNS

All products are shipped within 24 hours. We offer same day shipping for products ordered by 12pm. Please allow 4-7 business days for your shipment to arrive with standard shipping. Expedited shipping options are also available at checkout.

We offer free shipping on orders within Canada over $150 CAD and free shipping on orders to the US over $200 USD.

Curbside pick-up is available at both our Hamilton and Etobicoke locations.

To make sure our customers are always satisfied, we offer full refunds on products for 14 days after receiving them. See our full return policy for details.

More questions? Check out our shipping policy, our return policy, or reach out to us directly.

KNIFE SHAPE

THE PETTY

The petty knife is the Japanese equivalent of a utility knife. They typically range in size from 90 mm (3.5 inches) to 150 mm (6 inches) and have a slender, easy-to-control, short blade. They are a perfect accompaniment to a Gyuto, Santoku, or Bunka, as they facilitate smaller tasks. Shorter versions are great for in-hand use. Longer versions are great for fine chopping and managing small ingredients on a cutting board. They also handle butchery tasks with ease.

STEEL TYPE

AOGAMI SUPER

AKA Blue Super: This steel is considered by many to be the best carbon steel available for knife making. Containing elevated levels of carbon, chromium and tungsten and with the addition of molybdenum it is easy to sharpen, gets super sharp, is less reactive to rust, and is less brittle (compared to other carbon steels).

Chemical Composition:
C 1.4-1.5% | Cr 0.3-0.5% | W 2.0-2.5% | Mo 0.3-0.5% | V 0.5%

COMPOSITION

STAINLESS CLAD

MODERATE MAINTENANCE

Stainless clad knives have two softer outer layers of stainless steel around a harder core layer of carbon steel. The clad line (wavy line near the cutting edge of the knife) is where the layers of stainless steel end. Past this point, the exposed carbon steel is susceptible to rust or discoloration. This edge will develop a patina (a darkening of the steel; blue, dark grey, sometimes black colouration of the blade) no matter how well they are cared for. Stainless clad knives are great for those who want the easy sharpening of a carbon steel coupled with the rust resistant properties of stainless steel.

THE BLACKSMITH

SHIRO KAMO

Shiro Kamo works in the famous Takefu Knife Village in Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture, Japan. He is a master blacksmith. He was formerly the Chairman of the Takefu Knife Village and he still works as the Chairman of the Echizen Blacksmith Foundation. Through his tenure in these positions, he has aimed to reinvigorate blacksmithing traditions in Japan. He personally hand forges all his knives, and still manages to offer them for great prices while maintaining exceptionally high quality.

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REVIEWS

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 11 reviews.

Customer photo review of Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm

Great little knife! Cuts well and feels great in the hand, it's light. Will take on quite an edge too!

Ian W. 5/5 Verified

Customer photo review of Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm

Beautiful petty. Razor sharp out of the box. Perfect for precision tasks that need more attention to detail. Also great size tho have on line during service, small enough not to crowd you section but good for any cutting you need to do.

Fred M. 5/5 Verified

Customer video review of Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm

Overall, you get what you pay for! Decided to go with this for my first carbon steel Japanese knife. I’m glad I did. Knife is super sharp, super lightweight, small size handle perfect for the blade size. It is definitely more affordable for a reason though. Spine and choil are not rounded at all. Cladding/layers are fully visible. Blade overall is just not as nice as more expensive ones. Handle feels great though no issues there. I would recommend it to someone who wants to get their first Japanese carbon steel knife at an affordable price to see whether they want to keep buying Japanese knives. For me, I’m definitely going to be getting another Japanese knife in the near future!

Joshua R. 4/5 Verified

Customer photo review of Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm

A phenomenal blade at a crazy good price! Shiro Kamo's blades are incredibly sharp out of the box, but they are also a breeze to refine on a whetstone and keep their edge super well. Not to mention the beautiful craftsmanship in the engraving and wooden handle! Another great point is the feather-light feel in the hand. Highly recommend this petty for any chef, especially as a budget friendly option for your first iron-clad knife. Easily my favorite blacksmith that SHARP works with.

Gordon H. 5/5

Customer photo review of Shiro Kamo Petty 135 mm

Razor sharp out of the box. Eased off the corners on the spine and choil for a more comfortable grip.

James B. 4/5 Verified

This is the first time I've spent some decent money on a knife. I thought the $30 amazon knives were great but I wanted something special for my wife. This knife is leagues better than any other knife we own. And it looks beautiful. She absolutely loves it!

Peter H. 5/5 Verified

I bought my second of this knife as gift for a good friend, because I have the 150mm version and it's one my favourite knifes. You know you love it when you just instinctively grab it off the rack almost every time. This version had a bit beefier handle compared to my first. I prefer my first, but only because it fits my hand better. The Shiro Kamo petty is an exceptional deal.

Guy S. 5/5 Verified

I like the sharpness of the knife. I dislike the small rust and smell of the material used to make the blade. I have an other one and it's not the same.

Chantal P. 2/5 Verified

This is my second Shiro Kamo knife, and they are both incredible values. This petty is razor sharp, nimble, and great looking. Better yet the stainless cladding means that it’s not too fussy in terms of care. I’d recommend it in a blink!

Christopher B. 5/5 Verified

I love this knife. It came very sharp and feels great in the hand. It is nimble and precise and a joy for small tasks. It's a high quality knife and a real value.

Thomas D. 5/5 Verified

Fantastic knife. Just what I needed. Can’t wait to visit the shop

Viraj S. 5/5 Verified