An Ode to Japanese Steel
Your #1 knife for everyday prep, designed to handle everything from herbs and vegetables to breaking down meat.
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AUS-10 Steel
All Chop Styles
Rockwell 58±2
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An Ode to Japanese Steel
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An 8-inch chef's knife is the tool you'll reach for most in the kitchen, and this one is built to earn that spot in your hand. The AUS-10 Japanese steel holds a sharp edge through heavy prep sessions, whether you're mincing herbs, breaking down a chicken, or working through a pile of onions. The hybrid blade shape moves easily between rocking, chopping, and drawing cuts, so you're not switching knives mid-recipe, and the sloped bolster keeps your grip steady and your fingers clear of the blade.
If 8 inches feels like more knife than you need, the same steel and geometry are available in the 6.5" Chef's Knife, which is a good fit for cooks who prefer a shorter, more nimble blade. For softer foods and crusty bread that a chef's knife struggles with, pairing this one with the 5" Serrated Knife covers nearly everything you'd need on a cutting board.
Hand wash and dry it right away to protect the edge, and expect to sharpen every four to six months with normal use — Misen's mail-in sharpening service can handle that when the time comes. If you're building out a full lineup rather than buying pieces one at a time, the 7-Piece Knife Set bundles this knife with other essentials at a better overall value.