Masakage offers a range of knives crafted by top-tier blacksmiths from Echizen, Japan, a renowned hub for knife crafting. Their aim is to create both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional handmade Japanese knives. Among their offerings is the 150mm Petty from the Mizu series, forged by Ikeda san of Takefu Village.
This knife features a clad design with a core of Aogami #2 steel, hardened to 62-64 HRC, enveloped in a reactive outer layer, and finished with a sleek, deep blue/black kurouchi coating. Both the core steel and outer layer are reactive, meaning the knife will develop a unique patina over time and require careful handling to avoid rust (simply wipe dry after using). The handle is ergonomically oval-shaped, constructed from Japanese cherry wood, and capped with a resin ferrule.Brand: Masakage
Line: Mizu
Blacksmith: Ikeda San
Location: Echizen, Japan
Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
Cladding: Soft, Reactive, Iron
Edge Steel: Blue #2
Finish: Kurouchi
Weight: 2.6 oz (74 g)
Edge Length: 150 mm
Total Length: 275 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 4 mm
Blade Height: 29.5 mm
Handle: Cherry Oval
Ferrule: Plastic Marbleized (there is a lip on them)
This knife features a clad design with a core of Aogami #2 steel, hardened to 62-64 HRC, enveloped in a reactive outer layer, and finished with a sleek, deep blue/black kurouchi coating. Both the core steel and outer layer are reactive, meaning the knife will develop a unique patina over time and require careful handling to avoid rust (simply wipe dry after using). The handle is ergonomically oval-shaped, constructed from Japanese cherry wood, and capped with a resin ferrule.
Reviews
5 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Masakage Mizu Petty
Amazing Nimble little knifePosted By: Martin Rippel - verified customer
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.
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
2 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!
2 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
1 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.
1 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.
