At 150mm this petty is on the longer end of the utility knife range, giving it real versatility for in-hand work, breaking down smaller proteins, detail prep, and garnish cuts where a full gyuto or santoku would feel unwieldy. The Mizu construction - Blue #2 core in a reactive soft iron cladding - applies the same fully-patinating character found across the line to this smaller format.
Ikeda-san hammer forges this petty at Takefu Village in Echizen, hardening the Blue #2 core to 62-64 HRC and finishing the blade in a kurouchi, or black as-forged, surface. The cherry oval handle with marbleized plastic ferrule keeps the fit simple and traditional. Five reviewers weigh in across the line with consistent praise - edge retention and the quality of the steel for the price are the recurring themes.
What Customers Are Saying: Five reviewers, mostly positive. One experienced cook praises the blue finish and overall sharpness. The honest counterpoint also noted: the handle material on these knives is basic and the blade is thin, which some find a tradeoff worth making for the steel quality at the price point, while others wish for more robust construction. One reviewer specifically calls out the value for the level of carbon steel craftsmanship.
Care Instructions: The Mizu line uses a fully reactive iron cladding over the Blue #2 core, so the entire blade face develops a patina with use, not just the edge. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after use, avoid leaving acidic foods against the blade, and apply a light coat of camellia oil for longer term storage. Hand wash only.
Ikeda-san hammer forges this petty at Takefu Village in Echizen, hardening the Blue #2 core to 62-64 HRC and finishing the blade in a kurouchi, or black as-forged, surface. The cherry oval handle with marbleized plastic ferrule keeps the fit simple and traditional. Five reviewers weigh in across the line with consistent praise - edge retention and the quality of the steel for the price are the recurring themes.
What Customers Are Saying: Five reviewers, mostly positive. One experienced cook praises the blue finish and overall sharpness. The honest counterpoint also noted: the handle material on these knives is basic and the blade is thin, which some find a tradeoff worth making for the steel quality at the price point, while others wish for more robust construction. One reviewer specifically calls out the value for the level of carbon steel craftsmanship.
Care Instructions: The Mizu line uses a fully reactive iron cladding over the Blue #2 core, so the entire blade face develops a patina with use, not just the edge. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after use, avoid leaving acidic foods against the blade, and apply a light coat of camellia oil for longer term storage. Hand wash only.
- Brand: Masakage
- Line: Mizu
- Blacksmith: Ikeda-san
- Location: Echizen, Japan
- Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
- Edge Steel: Blue #2 Carbon Steel
- Cladding: Soft Iron (Reactive)
- HRC: 62-64
- Finish: Kurouchi
- Handle: Cherry Oval
- Ferrule: Marbleized Plastic with a Lip
- Weight: 2.6 oz (74 g)
- Blade Length: 150 mm
- Total Length: 275 mm
- Spine Thickness at Heel: 4 mm
- Blade Height: 29.5 mm
Reviews
5 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Masakage Mizu Petty
Amazing Nimble little knifePosted By: Martin Rippel - verified customer
20 people found this review helpful
As usual, CKTG homeruns delivery and service! I love this knife, OOB edge about 8 out of 10. Fit and finish is good, especially at this price point. One item of note, however, the soft iron cladding is so soft and thin that the blade will become bent if enough lateral pressure is applied.
20 people found this review helpful
As usual, CKTG homeruns delivery and service! I love this knife, OOB edge about 8 out of 10. Fit and finish is good, especially at this price point. One item of note, however, the soft iron cladding is so soft and thin that the blade will become bent if enough lateral pressure is applied.
Great blade!Posted By: Dave - verified customer
15 people found this review helpful
As stated in the other review, the handle is only so / so and their is a step, but it's unnoticed in use. The blade is a real performer though and sharpens up really well. I stripped the lacquer on mine and I love the unique colored kurouchi finish. Hopefully, it wears slowly and has not shown much of any yet. Personally, I wish it was a little taller, but that's a personal preference. A high quality blade with a budget handle at a great price!
15 people found this review helpful
As stated in the other review, the handle is only so / so and their is a step, but it's unnoticed in use. The blade is a real performer though and sharpens up really well. I stripped the lacquer on mine and I love the unique colored kurouchi finish. Hopefully, it wears slowly and has not shown much of any yet. Personally, I wish it was a little taller, but that's a personal preference. A high quality blade with a budget handle at a great price!
Product ReviewPosted By: Mark - verified customer
20 people found this review helpful
Great knife! F&F maybe not the best - this knife's handle was a different circumference than the ferrule so there's an edge between the two - doesn't seem to bother me when cutting but something that could have been done better. Blade and grind are excellent Otb edge excellent like most Masakages. I have a Masakage Shimo 150 petty and between the two i'm not sure which I like better. Pricewise that's a GOOD thing for the Mizu! Both are reactive, so be aware at the onset.
20 people found this review helpful
Great knife! F&F maybe not the best - this knife's handle was a different circumference than the ferrule so there's an edge between the two - doesn't seem to bother me when cutting but something that could have been done better. Blade and grind are excellent Otb edge excellent like most Masakages. I have a Masakage Shimo 150 petty and between the two i'm not sure which I like better. Pricewise that's a GOOD thing for the Mizu! Both are reactive, so be aware at the onset.
