{"product_id":"kumokage-ao2-damascus-epoxy-birch-petty-150mm","title":"Kumokage AO2 Damascus Epoxy Birch Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Petty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Type: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aogami Blue #2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Damascus Kurouchi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 62HRC (+\/-1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bircxh with Epoxy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 150\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~36mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~3.50mm tapered to 1.90mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~105\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt first glance, it’s the contrast that draws you in. The dark, rugged Kurouchi upper section carries that unmistakable forged character, while the lower Damascus-clad edge catches the light with flowing layers that seem to move across the blade. It’s a combination rarely executed this well at this price point, giving the Kumokage series a look that feels far more expensive than it has any right to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen your attention shifts to the details. The grind is surprisingly refined, transitioning into a noticeable distal taper that gradually sheds thickness from heel to tip. The result is a Petty that feels lively and precise in hand, with a fine, nimble tip capable of delicate work while still maintaining enough substance near the heel for more demanding prep. For a knife in this category, the geometry is genuinely impressive and immediately noticeable once it touches the cutting board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle, constructed from stabilized birch and epoxy, it blends traditional craftsmanship with a more modern custom aesthetic. The natural figuring of the wood contrasts beautifully against the dark forged finish, while the epoxy adds depth and visual interest that makes every knife feel a little different from the next.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes the Kumokage series stand out is how much knife you receive for the money. Between the hand-forged Japanese construction, the Damascus cladding, the Kurouchi finish, the refined taper, and the premium stabilized birch handle, it delivers many of the features normally reserved for significantly more expensive pieces. It feels less like an entry-level Japanese knife and more like a carefully selected combination of traditional and modern elements brought together into one remarkably well-balanced package.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 150mm, the Petty occupies one of the most versatile roles in the kitchen. Long enough to handle slicing meats, trimming proteins, preparing fruits and vegetables, and tackling board work with confidence, yet compact enough to maintain the precision expected from a smaller utility knife. Many chefs consider a good Petty to be one of the most frequently used knives in their collection, bridging the gap between a full-sized chef's knife and a paring knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike many handcrafted Japanese knives, small variations in finish, forge marks, and handle figure are completely normal. Rather than imperfections, they serve as reminders that each piece was shaped, ground, and finished by human hands—giving every Kumokage its own individual character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51145368830185,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/KumokageAO2DamascusEpoxyBirchPetty150mm.png?v=1780530375","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/fr\/products\/kumokage-ao2-damascus-epoxy-birch-petty-150mm","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}