The Wavy Face finish on this line is a hand-hammered texture applied directly to the Blue #2 stainless-clad blade - not a machine-pressed pattern but a genuine hand-worked surface that gives each knife a slightly different character. The hammered texture reduces surface contact between blade and food, improving release on sticky vegetables and proteins. Katsuto Tanaka produces these at Tanaka Kama Kogyo in Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture using Blue #2 carbon steel and stainless cladding.
This tall petty gives knuckle clearance well beyond what a standard petty provides, making it a great partner to mid-sized knives. The octagonal oak handle and even, double-bevel grind will suit both right- and left-handed users equally well.
What Customers Are Saying: One five-star review from Michael calls it a great little workhorse, the tall blade great for vegetables and proteins. Long enough to slice lengthwise vegetables with ease.
Care Instructions: Blue #2 is a reactive carbon steel - the stainless cladding protects the flanks but the exposed carbon edge will patina naturally with use. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods on the edge. Hand wash only, never dishwasher. Apply camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones - Blue #2 at 62-63 HRC sharpens easily and rewards good technique. Strop regularly between sharpenings.
Each knife is made by hand so measurements may vary.Blacksmith: Katsuto Tanaka
Workshop: Tanaka Kama Kogyo
Location: Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan
Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
Edge Steel: Blue #2 (Aogami 2) Carbon Steel
Cladding: Stainless
HRC: 62-63
Finish: Wavy Face (Hammered)
Edge Grind: Even (50/50), Double Bevel
Handle: Burnt Urushi Oak Octagonal
Weight: 2.8 oz (80 g)
Blade Length: 120 mm
Blade Height: 39 mm
This tall petty gives knuckle clearance well beyond what a standard petty provides, making it a great partner to mid-sized knives. The octagonal oak handle and even, double-bevel grind will suit both right- and left-handed users equally well.
What Customers Are Saying: One five-star review from Michael calls it a great little workhorse, the tall blade great for vegetables and proteins. Long enough to slice lengthwise vegetables with ease.
Care Instructions: Blue #2 is a reactive carbon steel - the stainless cladding protects the flanks but the exposed carbon edge will patina naturally with use. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods on the edge. Hand wash only, never dishwasher. Apply camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones - Blue #2 at 62-63 HRC sharpens easily and rewards good technique. Strop regularly between sharpenings.
Each knife is made by hand so measurements may vary.
Reviews
1 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Great Little WorkhorsePosted By: Michael Wilson
34 people found this review helpful
This is a great Petty utility knife. The tall blade is great for Vegetables & Proteins. Love the hammered finish. A partner for my Matsubara 170mm Hammered Bunka. It’s long enough to slice lengthwise vegetables with ease. I decided to first try it by making some Cajun Chicken & Ham Jambalaya. This knife did it all with no issues. Diced the “Trinity “- Celery,Onions & Green Bell Pepper and cut up the Chicken & Ham into bite sized pieces. This knife is surgically sharp right out of the box. It just looks amazing and the handle fits my large hands just right. The weight of the knife gives great cutting control. This might be my favorite Petty in my kitchen. I’m extremely pleased with it.Thx to CKTG for the great service as usual.
34 people found this review helpful
This is a great Petty utility knife. The tall blade is great for Vegetables & Proteins. Love the hammered finish. A partner for my Matsubara 170mm Hammered Bunka. It’s long enough to slice lengthwise vegetables with ease. I decided to first try it by making some Cajun Chicken & Ham Jambalaya. This knife did it all with no issues. Diced the “Trinity “- Celery,Onions & Green Bell Pepper and cut up the Chicken & Ham into bite sized pieces. This knife is surgically sharp right out of the box. It just looks amazing and the handle fits my large hands just right. The weight of the knife gives great cutting control. This might be my favorite Petty in my kitchen. I’m extremely pleased with it.Thx to CKTG for the great service as usual.
