3.5" Paring Knife (ACUTO440) - White

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$59.00

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3.5" Paring Knife (ACUTO440) - White

$59.00

Our smallest prep knife for peeling, trimming, and precision cuts. Perfect for handheld tasks like hulling strawberries or slicing a peach.

Color: White

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AICHI ACUTO440 Japanese steel for exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance
Lab-tested rust resistance proven to withstand 50 days submerged in water and up to 100 dishwasher cycles.
3.5” blade for precision prep and handheld tasks
Ergonomic rounded spine and bolster for a more comfortable pinch grip

Rust-Proof

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ACUTO440 Steel

All Chop Styles

Hand wash
Dry immediately after use
Sharpen every 4–6 months
Heads up: High-carbon knives may show discoloration after exposure to acidic foods and/or salt. This is purely cosmetic and different from rust, which is extremely rare.
Visit our Help Hub for more on how to use and care for this knife.

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Blade Length: 3.3 in. / 85 mm
Total Length: 7.6 in. / 195 mm
Weight: 0.18 lb / 84 g
Steel: AICHI ACUTO 440 (Japan)
HRC: 58±2
Grind & Edge: 50/50 Symmetrical, 14° per side
Handle Material: Polyoxymethylene
Country of Production: PRC

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Rust-proof after 100 dishwasher cycles.

Because it’s got more chromium than standard high-carbon stainless, ACUTO440's rust resistance is a lab result, not a marketing claim.

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Works Harder, Stays Sharper

Holds a razor edge through heavy prep.

At 58±2 HRC, ACUTO440 has incredible edge retention without brittleness. That means you can put off sharpening it for longer.

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Our ACUTO440 Knives are made with AICHI ACUTO440, an exceptionally corrosion-resistant Japanese high-carbon stainless steel. AICHI ACUTO440 is rust-proof, incredibly durable, and has excellent edge retention. What that means for you: less time cleaning and sharpening, more cooking.

All of our knives are made from high-carbon stainless steel, which is what gives them their razor-sharpness and excellent edge retention. However, our ACUTO440 Knives have a much higher chromium content (about 18%), which makes them significantly more corrosion (aka rust) resistant.

Our ACUTO440 Knives also feature a rounded spine and heel (the back of the knife where the blade meets the bolster), creating a more comfortable grip over long prep sessions.

We wanted our ACUTO440 Knives to be high-performance tools that you could still leave in the sink overnight if you needed to. That’s why our ACUTO440 Knives are made with AICHI ACUTO440, a Japanese high-carbon stainless steel that is more durable and easier to care for than other high-carbon knives, which are prone to rusting and/or chipping without proper care.

Our ACUTO440 Knives are made with AICHI ACUTO440 steel, an exceptionally corrosion-resistant Japanese high-carbon stainless steel. Our knives have been lab-certified to withstand up to 100 dishwasher cycles, as well as 50 days of being submerged in water, without showing any signs of rust.

While our ACUTO440 Knives have been lab-certified to withstand up to 100 dishwasher cycles without showing any signs of rust, we generally recommend hand washing all of your Misen knives. Because our knives are extremely sharp, when they get jostled around in the dishwasher, the blade can cut through the soft materials that make up your dishwasher racks. Dishwashing can also damage your knives if the blade edge bangs against hard objects like flatware or pots and pans during the washing cycle.

Whenever you start to notice your knife is slicing and dicing a little less crisply than usual, it’s time to sharpen. Although our ACUTO440 Knives can go long periods between sharpenings, we generally recommend getting them sharpened about twice a year for best performance. We also recommend regularly using a honing rod between sharpenings to keep your knife edge in good shape.

While our ACUTO440 Knives are rust-proof, all high-carbon knives can experience some discoloration and/or staining with prolonged exposure to acidic foods and/or salt. This is purely cosmetic and is not the same as rust.

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David J. S.
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I recommend this product
Product Standouts sharp, comfortable handle, premium materials, nice weight, well-priced
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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AUS-10 /3.5 “ Paring Knife
Sharp as a razor and works like a charm right out of the box!! Very comfortable to use.
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I recommend this product
Product Standouts sharp, easy-to-use, good balance, comfortable handle, well-priced
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
4 days ago
A new paring knife!!
Handy,multi use
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Monte S.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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AUS-10 Paring Knives
Sharp and comfortable to use. All that one needs in a paring knife. I’m glad I ordered them.
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I recommend this product
Product Standouts sharp, easy-to-use, sleek design, premium materials, comfortable handle
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
4 days ago
love it
i already have one but want more so bought two again
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Kory W.
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I recommend this product
Product Standouts sharp, good balance, comfortable handle, premium materials, nice weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 week ago
Really, really sharp
Good knife. Good weight. Good balance. Cuts through everything like butter.
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The Misen 3.5" Acuto440 Paring Knife is built for the detail work that larger knives can't handle — peeling fruit, hulling strawberries, trimming fat, or scoring delicate cuts that require full control in hand rather than on a cutting board. The compact blade length keeps your movements precise and deliberate, making it a go-to for any prep task that demands finesse.

Acuto440 stainless steel delivers a strong edge that holds up well through regular use, and the white handle offers a clean, classic look that fits comfortably in most hand sizes. Like all Misen knives, it comes backed by a lifetime warranty against defects. If you're looking to build out a matched set, the 3-Piece Acuto440 Knife Set in White pairs this paring knife with larger blades for a cohesive collection. Those who want a full range of options can explore the 5-Piece Acuto440 Knife Set in White for a comprehensive kitchen setup.