What is a K-tip Petty used for?

["In-hand Peeling","General Purpose"] It is a foundational profile in Japanese kitchens and a popular pick at Knives and Stones for both home cooks and professionals.

What size K-tip Petty should I choose?

Sizes vary by maker and intended use. Browse our K-tip Petty range at Knives and Stones to compare lengths, weights, and steel choices side by side.

How do I care for a K-tip Petty knife?

Hand-wash with warm water and mild detergent, then dry immediately — never leave a Japanese knife soaking or air-drying on a rack. Avoid the dishwasher entirely. Use a wood or soft-plastic cutting board (not glass, ceramic, or stone) to preserve the edge. For sharpening, use whetstones in the 1000-grit range for maintenance and 3000–6000 grit for finishing. Carbon-steel blades benefit from a thin coat of food-safe camellia or mineral oil between uses to prevent oxidation.

K-tip Petty

Q: What is a K-tip Petty?

A K-tip Petty (ペティ) is The Petty knife, a smaller utility knife, serves as an ideal tool for precision tasks such as peeling, trimming, and slicing fruits and vegetables. With a blade length ranging from 120mm to 180mm (4.7 to 7 inches), it stands out for its ability to handle detailed work like deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes. The K-tip variants works just like the K-tip gyuto, equipped with a thinner, sharper tip for precise slicing and picking. With a flatter edge profile, the K-tip petty is also better at peeling when held in hand..

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The Petty knife, a smaller utility knife, serves as an ideal tool for precision tasks such as peeling, trimming, and slicing fruits and vegetables. With a blade length ranging from 120mm to 180mm (4.7 to 7 inches), it stands out for its ability to handle detailed work like deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes. The K-tip variants works just like the K-tip gyuto, equipped with a thinner, sharper tip for precise slicing and picking. With a flatter edge profile, the K-tip petty is also better at peeling when held in hand.

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Nao Yamamoto Aogami Super Kurouchi Damascus Petty 150mm w/ Saya

Shiro Kamo SG2/R2 Suminagashi Damascus Petty 90mm

Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Blue Petty 150mm with Urushi handle

Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Rainbow Petty 150mm

Higonokami VG10 Steel Folding Knife - Pocket

Higonokami VG10 Steel Folding Knife - Medium

Tsunehisa AS Kurouchi Tsuchime Petty 150mm

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Kai Seki Magoroku Imayo MV Tsuchime Petty Knife 120mm

Yoshimi Kato Hyo SG2 Petty 150mm

Kisuke x Xinguo ATS34 Petty Tsuchime Mirror Kasumi Finish 180mm w Knife Guard

Kisuke x Xinguo ATS34 Petty Tsuchime Mirror Kasumi Finish 150mm w Knife Guard

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Shun Classic Paring Knife 9cm (3.5")

Shun Premier Utility Knife 16cm (6.5")

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Tanaka Blue 2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Stainless Clad Petty 120mm

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Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Petty 150mm

Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Petty 120mm

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Hatsukokoro Hinotori V-Toku 2 Petty 150mm Rainbow Damascus Finish

Kurosaki VG XEOS Gekko Petty 130mm - Turquoise Ring

K&S AUS10 Monosteel Petty 150mm Metal Handle

Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Petty 150mm Migaki Curly Maple

Hatsukokoro Ginrei Ginsan Small Gyuto / Tall Petty 150mm Nashiji Ebony

Hatsukokoro Ginrei Ginsan Petty 130mm Nashiji Ebony

Tsunehisa Ginsan Nawame Petty 135mm

Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Petty 130mm

Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Petty 150mm

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Higonokami SK Steel Folding Knife - Large

Sakai Takayuki VG10 33 Layer Damascus Petty 150mm

Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Petty 150mm with Western Handle

Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Petty 150mm

Sakai Takayuki Grand Chef SP Petty 150mm

Tanaka R2 Black Damascus Ironwood Petty 150mm

Higonokami SK Steel Folding Knife - Small

K&S VG10 Tsuchime Damascus Petty 150mm

Tsunehisa Ginsan Nashiji Petty 135mm Ebony Handle

Takeshi Saji SG2 Black Damascus Petty 150mm Heart-shaped Ironwood Handle

Yoshimi Kato SG2 Minamo Petty 150mm Mother-of-pearl Handle

Nigara SG2 Tsuchime Matt Migaki Petty 150mm Western Ironwood

Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku-2 Petty 150mm Rainbow Damascus Finish Green

Tetsujin Ginsan Ukiba Petty 165mm Ebony Handle

Masakage Koishi AS Petty 120mm, Aogami Super Kurouchi Tsuchime K&S Hearted-shaped Ironwood Handle

Hatsukokoro Kujaku V-Toku-2 Petty 150mm Rainbow Damascus Finish Purple

Hatsukokoro Blue 2 Hakata Style Paring 80mm

Mcusta Zanmai Hybrid VG10 Petty 150mm

Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Petty 150mm Tsuchime Western Ironwood with Saya

Shiro Kamo AS Kurouchi Petty 150mm Ebony

Takeshi Saji SG2 Black Damascus Petty 150mm

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Ono Suzukaze SG2 Tsuchime Damascus Petty 150mm

Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Petty 150mm

K&S VG10 Tsuchime Sanmai Petty 150mm Western Handle

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Hatsukokoro Itadaki Blue2 & White2 Dual Core Damasccus Tsushime Petty 150mm with Saya

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Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Petty 150mm Aogami Super Kurouchi Damascus

Nigara Anmon SG2 Raindrop Damascus Petty 120mm Birch Handle

Nigara Anmon (暗紋) SG2 Raindrop Damascus Petty 150mm Western Green Turquoise

Hatsukokoro Sumi Blue 2 Kurouchi Petty 120mm Black Chacate Handle

Hatsukokoro Sumi Blue 2 Kurouchi Petty 80mm Black Chacate Handle

Nakagawa Blue 1 Wide Bevel Kasumi Petty 150mm Ebony Handle

Yoshimi Kato SG2 Mirror Damascus Petty 150mm Ebony Handle

Tojiro DP3 Petty 150mm F-802

Takeshi Saji SG2 Black Damascus Petty 130mm Ironwood

Kurosaki VG XEOS Gekko Petty 150mm Ebony Handle

Kurosaki VG XEOS Gekko Petty 130mm Ebony Handle

Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime K tip Paring Knife 90mm

Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Petty 150mm