The Petty knife is light and thin with a bit of flex to it and is used for peeling, chopping and trimming. Not used in a hammer grip way meaning you don’t chop up and down like a chefs knife due to not having enough clearance for the knuckles. Mostly used for cutting away from the chopping board but is essential for any knife roll and home kitchen. The general size of a petty ranges from 95mm to 150mm but can go up to 180mm but this is considered to be in a slicing categories. The Masakage Kumo (雲, meaning “cloud”) series is a breathtaking collection of handcrafted Japanese knives, celebrated for their exquisite Damascus patterns and exceptional cutting performance. The name “Kumo” reflects the blade’s swirling, cloud-like design, achieved through masterful forging techniques that create a striking visual effect reminiscent of a stormy sky. Each blade features a meticulously crafted 63-layer Damascus finish, carefully manipulated by hand to enhance its distinctive aesthetic. Designed for precision and effortless cutting, the razor-thin, laser-sharp edge glides through ingredients with minimal resistance. Among the Masakage lineup, the Kumo series stands out as one of the most visually captivating, seamlessly blending artistry and performance into a single masterpiece. Weight: 58g Handle Material: Wa (Japanese) handle - Octagon cherrywood black pakka wood collar Handle Length: 115mm (4.5") Blade Length: 77mm (3") Blade Depth: 26mm Thickness at spine: 2.3mm Thickness at tip: 0.3mm Cutting Edge: Double 50/50 Blade Material: VG10 Stainless steel with stainless steel cladding Hardness (Rockwell scale): 60 - 61
