The most annoying thing about a potato masher can happen before cooking: its broad head catches the drawer as you try to pull it open. The Joseph Joseph Delta potato masher tackles that storage problem with a plate that folds flat. It is a small change, but a relevant one if bulky utensils are already winning the space argument.
Two positions, two different jobs
The product photos show a working position with the nylon plate across the shaft, and a storage position with that plate folded alongside it. A collar locks the head for mashing. Set and check that lock before applying pressure; the folding mechanism is not something to adjust while pressing into a hot pan.
The curved shape is intended to reach toward rounded pan edges. That does not remove the need to work around the pan deliberately, or mean every lump will disappear with one push. The shaft is stainless steel and the handle has a non-slip grip.
Check what still needs room
Folding reduces the awkward shape, not the entire length. The manufacturer’s listed dimensions are 30.5 by 10 by 3.3 cm. Compare those with the drawer you intend to use, including dividers and other utensil handles. The neat drawer in a reference photograph is an idea to assess, not a fit guarantee.
A masher is not a ricer
Choose the Delta if you want to mash cooked potatoes directly in a pan and value compact storage. A ricer is a different route if your priority is a particular fine texture. Potato choice, cooking and mixing still matter; a new handle cannot compensate for undercooked pieces or excessive mixing.
The maker lists dishwasher-safe care. Check the folding joint when cleaning and let the tool dry before storing it. If your existing masher fits comfortably and works well, there may be no reason to replace it. This guide is based on the exact green 10161 specification and reference images, not a personal cooking test.
