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Shiro Kamo Blue 2 Kurouchi Petty 135mm

Name: Shiro Kamo Blue 2 Kurouchi Petty 135mm
Brand: Shiro Kamo
SKU: SK-G-4801
Price: 140.0 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.6 (5 reviews)

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Shiro Kamo Blue 2 Kurouchi Petty 135mm

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★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.6 (5)

Knife Specifications

Due to the handmade nature of many items, slight variations may occur.

Steel

Blue 2 Core, Carbon Clad, Kurouchi Finish

Hardness

63 HRC

54 Soft 67 Hard

Maintenance

Attentive

4 / 5

How to care for this steel

Style

Petty

Blade Material

Blue 2 Core, Carbon Clad, Kurouchi Finish

Handle Material

Octagon Walnut w/Pakkawood Bolster

Bevel

Double Bevel

Edge Length

135mm

Overall Length

260mm

Spine Thickness Heel/Mid

1.9mm/1.9mm

Blade Height @ Heel

33mm

Weight

68g

An In Depth Look

Blade Type

The Petty is your smaller knife for delicate work. Think mincing garlic, trimming up chicken thighs or meats, skinning fruit, and just about anything else the Bunka or Gyuto is too large for. It's an essential part of your knife range and we use ours almost daily.

Steel Type Read

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 Read

Hand wash only, never put in a dishwasher. Dry immediately after washing. Store on a magnetic knife strip or in a saya. Sharpen on a whetstone when the blade dulls. Read our full maintenance guide for more information.

Forged In Takefu·Blacksmith

Shiro Kamo

Takefu, Echizen

The 2nd generation of the Shiro Kamo forging line, working continuously from Takefu since 1955.

Coordinates

35.9°N · 136.2°E

Signature

SG2 powdered steel damascus

Steels

Aogami SuperSG2R2

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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Shiro Kamo Blue 2 Kurouchi Petty 135mm

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.

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.

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.

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.