Takamura Chromax Santoku 170mm
Takamura Chromax Santoku 170mm
Takamura Chromax Santoku 170mm
Takamura Chromax Santoku 170mm
Takamura Chromax Santoku 170mm
Takamura Chromax Santoku 170mm
Takamura Chromax Santoku 170mm
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Takamura Chromax Santoku 170mm

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Knife Specifications

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

Steel
Chromax Semi Stainless Core w/ Stainless Tsuchime Clad
Hardness
64 HRC
54 Soft 67 Hard
Maintenance
Easy
2 / 5
Style
Santoku
Blade Material
Chromax Semi Stainless Core w/ Stainless Tsuchime Clad
Handle Material
Brown Pakka Wood
Bevel
Double Bevel
Edge Length
175mm
Overall Length
297mm
Spine Thickness Heel/Mid
1.5mm @ Heel
Blade Height @ Heel
46mm
gWeight
151g

An In Depth Look

Blade Type
Blade Type

The Petty knife, a quintessential tool in Japanese cuisine, is a smaller utility knife used for precise, delicate tasks. Often considered a smaller sibling to the chef's knife, it excels in hand-held tasks like peeling, trimming, and intricate cutting. Its versatility makes it an essential for detailed culinary work.

Steel Type
Steel Type Read

Chromax is a high-end, powdered metallurgy semi stainless steel and one of the finest knife-making steels available in Japan. Its fine, uniform grain structure enables razor-sharp edges, all the while holding an edge for much longer than Carbon steel knives, without needing to be concerned about rust appearing.

Care Information
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 Echizen·Blacksmith

Takamura Hamono

Echizen, Fukui
Takamura Hamono

The 3rd generation of the Takamura Hamono forging line, working continuously from Echizen since 1945.

Coordinates
35.9°N · 136.2°E
Signature
Ultra-thin grinds, SG2/R2 powdered steel
Steels
SG2R2
Founded in 1945 and based in Echizen, Fukui, Takamura Hamono is a family-run forge now led by third-generation blacksmith Terukazu Takamura, alongside his two younger brothers. Known for their refined craftsmanship and technical innovation, Takamura Hamono has become synonymous with elegant, high-performance blades.

Early pioneers in the use of powder metallurgy steels, they were among the first to work successfully with Super Gold (SG2), a material prized for its extraordinary hardness and long-lasting edge retention. Their knives are precisely balanced, exceptionally finished, and exhibit a clean, modern aesthetic without compromising the soul of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

Each piece from Takamura Hamono reflects a rare combination of innovation and heritage, offering world-class performance with a quiet, understated beauty.

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Christian Morente
Sharp!

This thing is an absolute laser! Just be sure to wipe it dry after use to prevent rust on the edge.

F
Fraser Pirie
takamura's reputation is well deserved

It's a fricking laser beam!

Almost unbelievably sharp right out of the box and I love how it's patinating along the cutting edge after a few weeks. Absolute joy to use

N
Ngoc Truong
Excellent knife

Tack sharp (sharper than most of my vg10) & very light. However you need to clean it properly then put it in the sheath after use.

Z
Zivarn

Great knife so far