Kumokage AO2 Damascus Epoxy Birch Petty 150mm
SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Petty
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Damascus Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Bircxh with Epoxy
Blade Length: 150mm
Heel Height: ~36mm
Spine Thickness: ~3.50mm tapered to 1.90mm
Weight: ~105g
At 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.
Then 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.
The 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.
What 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.
At 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.
Like 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.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Petty
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Damascus Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Bircxh with Epoxy
Blade Length: 150mm
Heel Height: ~36mm
Spine Thickness: ~3.50mm tapered to 1.90mm
Weight: ~105g
At 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.
Then 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.
The 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.
What 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.
At 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.
Like 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.
