Petty Knife – Traditional Japanese Utility Knife
Petty is a traditional Japanese kitchen knife designed for precise and delicate kitchen tasks. Similar in shape to a European paring knife, it is typically longer, thinner and lighter. It is ideal for peeling, slicing fruit and vegetables, preparing herbs, trimming small cuts of meat and handling other everyday kitchen tasks that require maximum precision.
One of the greatest advantages of the Petty knife is its excellent manoeuvrability. The narrow, lightweight blade provides exceptional cutting precision, while the sharp tip makes detailed work and handling small ingredients effortless. Thanks to its versatility, the Petty is often used alongside larger chef's knives such as the Gyuto or Santoku and has become an indispensable tool in both professional and home kitchens.
- Blade material: 420 stainless steel (EN 1.4034 / X46Cr13)
- Handle: Finnish birch, ebony
- Blade length: 12.5 cm
- Overall length: 24.5 cm
- Blade thickness: 3 mm
- Weight: approx. 80 g
- Handcrafted in the Czech Republic by Wulflund Forge
Each knife is handcrafted, so the colour, grain and texture of the handle, the appearance of the blade and the weight may vary slightly from piece to piece. Every knife is unique and reflects genuine artisan craftsmanship rather than mass production.
Origin of the Petty Knife
The name Petty (ペティナイフ) is derived from the French word petit, meaning "small." Japanese knifemakers adopted this term for a compact utility knife intended for delicate and precise work. Although its name has European origins, the Petty has become an integral part of the modern Japanese kitchen and is now one of the most widely used knives for everyday food preparation. It is valued for its light weight, precision and versatility.
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