Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm
Takamura Hamono

Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm

£120.00

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£120.00

A superb mid sized petty boasting an incredible edge that's light and nimble and finished to the highest standards from Takamura. Exceptional value for money.

 
Product Code: TAKA-006

About this range

First Impressions

You only need to look at the profile of the knife to see it's exceptionally sharp right out of the box and just a few cuts will have you looking for more food to prep! 

Beauty

The tsuchime finish is qiute subtle but still eye catching and tapers off into a well polished edge and is paired with a classy full tang black pakka wood handle.

In Hand

The Western handle shape is just right, light and nimble in hand it's very comfortable and the fit and finish around the integrated bolster are of a high standard.

Durability

Takamura knives are highly regarded for their edge retention and the laser grind and the VG10 version of this knife will provide a good balance between care and durability.

Ease of Care

VG10 is easy to sharpen, stainless and easy to look after so follow our normal care instructions and this is a knife that's ready to go.

Our Verdict

This is a knife you need to add to your basket right now. 

Takamura knives are fantastically made, finished beautufilly and offer an impressively thin profile and level of sharpness out of the box that you'd expect to pay a lot more for so when it comes to value, there are few better.

Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm - product quick view

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Knife Measurements - Takamura Hamono VG10 Tsuchime Petty 130mm

  • Blade Length: 132mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Length: 244mm (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 28.6mm (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 1.56mm (Spine width above the heel) 1.50mm (Measured halfway along spine) 0.98mm (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 72 grams

Range Specifications

Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and things such as blade or wood finishes can vary. We will always endeavour to provide the most accurate measurements, photos and descriptions of our products.

Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.

Sayas, guards and knife protection

Protection & care for this knife

The 135mm and 150mm magnolia saya both fit this knife as well as a petty size blade guard.

Saya & Guards Knife Racks & Storage Sharpening & Blade Care

Meet the maker

Terukazu Takamura

Based in Takefu Village in Echizen and led by 3rd generation blacksmith Terukazu Takamura, Takamura Hamono have a fine repution for the quality and finish of their blades.

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