Japanese Petty Knife 120mm Carbon Steel Rosewood Black Octagon Handle Made in Japan 1555

Experience the Precision of a Japanese Kurouchi Petty Knife

A beautifully preserved vintage Japanese petty knife with a striking kurouchi finish and a rosewood black octagon handle - the kind of knife that earns its place on the magnetic strip and never leaves it. At 120mm, the petty is the most versatile knife in any kitchen: precise enough for detail work, long enough for small proteins and fruit. Carbon steel at 58 HRC takes a razor edge and rewards regular sharpening with performance that stainless simply cannot match.

The Specs

• Steel: Carbon steel, 58 HRC
• Finish: Kurouchi (blacksmith finish)
• Bevel: Double bevel
• Blade length: 120mm
• Handle: Rosewood black octagon
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Condition: Vintage - one-of-a-kind
• Includes: 1x petty knife

The Petty - Japan's Answer to the Utility Knife

The petty knife is a Japanese kitchen staple - lighter and more nimble than a gyuto, more capable than a paring knife. The kurouchi finish is left by the blacksmith after forging, protecting the blade and giving it a raw, honest character that polished knives lack. The rosewood black octagon handle sits perfectly in hand, with the angular geometry that Japanese craftsmen have refined over centuries. This is a working knife with a story - and plenty of life left in it.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing to prevent rust
• Apply a light coat of camellia or food-safe mineral oil periodically
• Sharpen on a whetstone - carbon steel responds exceptionally well
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife roll - avoid loose drawers