MIYABI Mizu SG2 Utility Knife 5 in
- 5 inch blade, double bevel, forged
- SG2 micro-carbide powder steel core, hammered Damascus finish
- Rockwell hardness 63, Cryodur heat treated
- D-shaped Micarta handle, steel bolster, mosaic pin
- 3.04 oz, 9.5 inches overall
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
Last refreshed Sep 24, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A mid-length forged utility knife on powder steel with Damascus styling and a double bevel edge. The listing gives no warranty or care steps.
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ASIN: B00QU8CVBWCategory: Kitchen Utility Knives
Overview
A cook who wants a Japanese utility blade between paring and chef sizes gets a forged knife built on an SG2 powder steel core. A hammered Damascus-finish layer wraps the core, and a D-shaped Micarta handle completes the build.
The heat treatment is credited with edge retention, corrosion resistance and flexibility, and the hand-sharpened double bevel is ready out of the box. The limitation is documentation, since care steps and warranty terms do not appear.
Who it's for
Cooks who trim, slice and portion at the board and like a hand-finished knife get a blade with a stated hardness. Those who prepare large cuts or whole squash should add a longer knife.
Pros and cons
- Powder steel core
- Stated Rockwell hardness
- Double bevel edge
- Hammered Damascus finish
- Care steps not listed
- No warranty given
- Mid-length blade, not for big jobs
Performance notes
The Cryodur process hardens the steel to the stated Rockwell figure, and the hammered outer layer protects the core. The double bevel edge, sharpened by the Honbazuke method, cuts evenly from either side of the blade.
Specifications
| Brand | MIYABI |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 5 incheslower than 51% of 52 kitchen utility knives |
| Item Length | 9.5 incheslower than 71% of 32 kitchen utility knives |
| Item weight | 3.04 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | SG2 micro-carbide powder stainless steel core, hammered Damascus finish |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | D-shaped Micarta with stainless steel bolster |
| Color | Stainless steel |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Double bevel |
| Hardness | Rockwell 63 |
| Country of origin | Japan (Seki) |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Miyabi Mizu SG2 utility knife need setup before use?
No assembly applies. The description says the edge is finished with the Honbazuke sharpening method, and it gives no first-use steps.
Is the Mizu SG2 utility knife forged?
Yes. The construction field reads forged.
What is the edge type?
A double bevel, according to the blade edge field.
Where is it made?
Handcrafted in Seki, Japan.