Petty Japanese kitchen knife Tadokoro Hamono Shirogami 1 Iron Clad MT-1112 15cm

The Tadokoro Hamono MT-1112 petty knife, featuring a 150 mm blade, is a compact, high-quality, handcrafted Japanese knife. It is well-suited for precision tasks involving vegetables, fruits, herbs, meat, and fish—ideal for peeling, slicing smaller ingredients, removing membranes, and performing delicate culinary work. This model is handcrafted at the Tadokoro Hamono workshop under the supervision of master craftsman Makoto Tadokoro, who personally oversees the sharpening and final finishing of each blade. It features a *shinogi* geometry—a distinct transition line between the flat of the blade and the bevels—a hallmark of traditional Japanese knife design.

The blade is forged from Shirogami #1 (White Steel #1) carbon steel with iron cladding (*iron-clad* construction). This steel is highly regarded by enthusiasts of traditional Japanese cutlery for its ability to take an exceptionally sharp edge and its ease of sharpening. The *kasumi* finish creates a characteristic matte surface, offering a subtle contrast between the core steel and the cladding. The handle is crafted from quince burl, accented by a ferrule (bolster) made of white buffalo horn. Please note that the blade is not stainless and requires proper maintenance: after use, the knife should be washed, wiped completely dry, and never left damp.