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Carving Set - Blue -
2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue -
3-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue -
Mini Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue -
4-Piece Straight-Edge Steak Knives (ACUTO440) - Blue -
5-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue -
7-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue -
8-Piece Straight-Edge Steak Knives (ACUTO440) - Blue -
11-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue -
Carving Set - Black -
2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Black -
3-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Black -
Mini Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Black -
4-Piece Straight-Edge Steak Knives (ACUTO440) - Black -
5-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Black -
7-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Black -
8-Piece Straight-Edge Steak Knives (ACUTO440) - Black -
11-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Black -
2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Red -
3-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Red -
Mini Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Red -
4-Piece Straight-Edge Steak Knives (ACUTO440) - Red -
4-Piece Serrated Steak Knives - Red -
5-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Red
Knife Sets, Made Simple
Misen Knife Sets cover everyday prep and hosting with ACUTO440 sets in 2, 3, 5, and 7 pieces, plus straight-edge steak knife sets, serrated steak knife sets, and an AUS-10 Carving Set with a fork. Pick the mix that fits how you cook and how many place settings you need. The guide below compares the options to help you choose.
| Option | Best for | Key details | Price |
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| Carving Set - Blue | Carving turkey, brisket, and roasts with controlled slices | Long, tapered AUS-10 carving knife plus stainless steel carving fork (ambidextrous). Gently flexible blade for maneuvering around bones and joints. Durable POM handle. Care: hand wash, dry immediately after use; sharpen every 4–6 months. | $179.00 |
| 2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue | Essential everyday prep with the two most-used knives | Includes 8” Chef’s Knife and 3.3” Paring Knife in AICHI ACUTO440 steel (58±2 HRC). Lab-tested rust resistance (50 days submerged in water and up to 100 dishwasher cycles). Rounded spine for pinch-grip comfort. Care: hand wash, dry immediately; sharpen every 4–6 months. | $184.00 |
| 3-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue | Adding a serrated knife for bread and delicate-skinned produce | Includes 8” Chef’s Knife, 3.3” Paring Knife, and 8” Serrated Knife in AICHI ACUTO440 steel. Lab-tested rust resistance (50 days submerged in water and up to 100 dishwasher cycles). Rounded spine for pinch-grip comfort. Care: hand wash, dry immediately; sharpen every 4–6 months. | $279.00 |
| Mini Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue | Small kitchens, smaller hands, or cooks who prefer compact blades | Includes 6” Bunka Knife, 5.5” Utility Knife, 3.3” Paring Knife (all ACUTO440), plus small kitchen shears. Compact sizes for better control; shears have micro-serrated blades and a 20° blade angle. Care: hand wash knives, dry immediately; sharpen every 4–6 months. | $284.00 |
| 4-Piece Straight-Edge Steak Knives (ACUTO440) - Blue | Clean, non-serrated steakhouse-style slices without tearing | 4.5 in blade length, straight edge grind (15° per side). AICHI ACUTO440 steel (58±2 HRC), full-tang construction, and POM (polyoxymethylene) handle. Lab-tested rust resistance (50 days submerged in water and up to 100 dishwasher cycles). Care: hand wash, dry immediately; sharpen | $129.00 |
| 5-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue | A broader prep lineup without extra tools | Includes 8” Chef’s, 3.3” Paring, 8” Serrated, 5.5” Utility, and 6” Bunka (all ACUTO440). Lab-tested rust resistance (50 days submerged in water and up to 100 dishwasher cycles). Rounded spine for pinch-grip comfort. Care: hand wash, dry immediately; sharpen every 4–6 months. | $489.00 |
| 7-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue | High-volume prep with included tools for quicker workflow | Includes five ACUTO440 knives (8” chef, 3.3” paring, 8” serrated, 5.5” utility, 6” bunka) plus kitchen shears and a bench scraper. Bench scraper has a large stainless steel blade and is dishwasher safe. Care: hand wash knives, dry immediately; sharpen every 4–6 months. | $544.00 |
| 8-Piece Straight-Edge Steak Knives (ACUTO440) - Blue | Outfitting a bigger table, or building a full matching set for hosting | Same specs as the 4-piece straight-edge set, in a larger count. 4.5 in blade length, straight edge grind (15° per side), AICHI ACUTO440 steel (58±2 HRC), full-tang construction, and POM handle. Care: hand wash, dry immediately; sharpen every 4–6 months. | $254.00 |
How to Choose Knife Sets
Pick a kitchen knife set based on the jobs you do most. For daily prep, ACUTO440 sets center on core shapes, and the main decision is how many knives you want on hand. The 2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue covers most meals with an 8” chef’s knife plus a 3.3” paring knife, and the ACUTO440 steel is lab-tested to withstand up to 100 dishwasher cycles for rust resistance.
If you slice bread, tomatoes, or other delicate crusts often, step up to the 3-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue to add an 8” serrated knife. If you want broader prep coverage for trimming, portioning, and detail work, the 5-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue adds a 5.5” utility knife and a 6” bunka knife.
Choose a compact set when space or control matters more than blade length. The Mini Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue is built around smaller knife sizes and includes small kitchen shears with micro-serrated blades and a 20° blade angle, which can reduce how many tools you need in a drawer.
Go specialized when the tool type changes. The Carving Set - Blue is AUS-10 and includes a stainless steel fork, so it is the better fit for roasts and brisket. For hosting, steak knives split into two builds: straight-edge steak knives use ACUTO440 with a 15° per side edge, while serrated steak knives use German 1.4116 steel.
This table highlights Blue options, but several sets and steak knives also come in other handle colors. For more cutlery beyond sets, browse all knives, and for safer organization pair your knives with knife storage.
Frequently Asked Questions About Knife Sets
Which Misen knife set is best for everyday cooking?
If you want the essentials for everyday prep, start with the 2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue, which includes an 8” chef’s knife and a 3.3” paring knife. If you also slice bread or tomatoes often, the 3-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue adds an 8” serrated knife.
What is the difference between the carving set and ACUTO440 knife sets?
The Carving Set - Blue is purpose-built for roasts, using an AUS-10 carving knife plus a stainless steel carving fork for steadier slicing. ACUTO440 knife sets, like the 5-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue, focus on general prep shapes for chopping, trimming, and everyday cooking tasks.
Should I choose straight-edge or serrated steak knives?
Choose straight-edge if you want a sharpenable, non-serrated edge in ACUTO440 steel, like the 4-Piece Straight-Edge Steak Knives (ACUTO440) - Blue (15° per side edge). Choose serrated if you prefer a toothier bite in German 1.4116 steel, like the 4-Piece Serrated Steak Knives - White.
What is included in the 7-piece knife set?
The 7-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue includes five ACUTO440 knives (8” chef, 3.3” paring, 8” serrated, 5.5” utility, 6” bunka), plus kitchen shears and a bench scraper. If you want the same core knives without the extra tools, compare the 5-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue.
How should I care for knives in these sets?
Misen’s guidance for sets like the 3-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue is to hand wash and dry immediately after use, then sharpen about every 4–6 months. ACUTO440 knives are high-carbon stainless and may show cosmetic discoloration after acidic foods or salt, which is different from rust.