Masahiro | MV Stainless Honyaki Petty (120mm | 4.7")

Masahiro is a Japanese kitchen knife brand founded in 1932 in Seki, Gifu—one of Japan’s most historic knife-making regions. The brand is widely respected for producing high-quality kitchen knives that combine traditional Japanese craftsmanship with advanced steel technology.

Masahiro knives are especially known for their proprietary stainless steel alloys, such as the MV steel series, which provide excellent edge retention, durability, and corrosion resistance.

Used by professional chefs and home cooks alike, Masahiro knives are valued for their sharpness, reliability, and practical performance in everyday kitchens.

Petty (ペティナイフ) – The Japanese Utility Knife

Petty knives are small Japanese utility knives designed for precision tasks such as peeling, trimming, slicing small ingredients, and decorative cuts. The name “Petty” comes from the French word “petite,” meaning small.

Typically ranging from 120mm to 150mm in length, Petty knives are lightweight and easy to control, making them ideal for detailed kitchen work where larger knives may feel cumbersome.

Petty knives are commonly used for fruits, herbs, small vegetables, and fine trimming tasks. They complement larger knives like Gyuto or Santoku and are essential tools in both professional and home kitchens.

If you need a precise, compact knife for delicate preparation work, Petty is an indispensable addition to your kitchen.

MBS-26 is a high-carbon stainless steel used by Masahiro for many of its professional kitchen knives, including the MV series. The steel contains molybdenum and vanadium, which improve corrosion resistance, edge retention, and overall durability.

This steel offers a balanced combination of sharpness, toughness, and ease of maintenance, making it suitable for both professional chefs and home cooks. Compared with traditional carbon steels, MBS-26 provides excellent resistance to rust while still allowing a sharp and refined edge.

Because of its stability and reliable performance, MBS-26 is widely used in Japanese kitchen knives designed for everyday professional use.