Misen Japanese Santoku Chef Knife - 7.5 Inch High Carbon Stainless Steel - Classic Japanese Knife Design for Cutting, Slicing, and Chopping - Razor Sharp Japanese Style Kitchen Knife, Black

This is the knife I've been looking for all my cooking life. Reasonably-priced and actually sharp. It's substantial without being too heavy and fits well in my hand. I bought the Chef's knife, as well, and it didn't cut nearly as well as the santuko. Some say you only need one and I'm beginning to agree. I plan on this being my main.

The Misen knife was recommended by a friend and as a professional baker and someone who cooks everyday, I am extremely particular about the tools I use in the kitchen. The Santoku arrived and it was immediately obvious that this was a masterfully engineered, simple and effective piece of cutlery, which arrived beautifully packaged and was itself quite attractive, from the seamless construction to the cornflower blue color. I used it to slice onions first and it delivered paper thin slices effortlessly. This is a knife I’ll surely have for decades to come, so the spend was absolutely justified, and when compared to other high end knives on the market, it’s just a no brained to go with Misen. It feels great in the hand, light and sturdy and brings a bit more joy back into the kitchen.

I do love this knife, and it is extremely sharp, but it is not a true Santoku knife. A Santoku knife is flat on one side of the blade, and the bevel of the blade is only on one side. The purpose of having a one-sided bevel is this contributes to the sharpness of the knife and it also makes cuts more precise. Although the average home cook wouldn't care too much about the precision of a cut, one does have to wonder why to choose this knife over a Chef's knife that also has a double bevel.Personally, I have both the 8" Chef's knife and this Santoku knife in this brand. Both knives are extremely sharp and the thickness of the blades are the same. Everything about these knives is the same except the 8" Chef's knife is longer and has more curve at the end of the blade. Both knives work equally well for cutting meats and veggies, but I do prefer the Chef's knife for most chopping tasks. The extra curve at the end of the blade on the Chef's knife makes chopping onions, garlic, and herbs much easier. Although I do love both knives, I would definitely choose the Chef's knife over the Santoku knife if I had to make a choice.As for the metal composition of the Misen knives, it is the best. They are all a high carbon steel of AUS10 steel that holds the sharpness longer than other blades. I have a few of the Misen knives and they are comparable in quality to the more expensive knives I have at a much lower price.I do recommend the Misen knives, and hope this review was helpful for you.

Recommended by an incredible food website, this knife has lived up to my expectations. Very well balanced and wicked sharp. Nice weight in your hand, without being too heavy. Easy to clean, and less fatigue on my hand and wrist. Oh, and much more affordable than many others!

I'm still getting used to this santoku knife. It's much thinner and has a much straighter cutting edge than my chef's knife. It seems insubstantial so I'm wary I may damages it, but the edge has retained its sharpness so far, and it is very sharp. I need more time to develop my technique with this knife before I can confidently wield it. It's very good for taking thin slices or say mincing garlic. The build quality seems first rate.

Good knife, nice balance. But blade was discolored after two uses. I’m wondering if the acidity after cutting lemons was the culprit.

I have a few Misen knives but was missing this one from my collection. This knife is now my favorite! Can’t believe I waited so long to add it to my collection. It is the perfect knife to add to your kitchen. Will probably use this as my go to for all future chopping needs. Would be a great present for someone who just starting to expand their kitchen basics or for someone who needs a great quality everyday knife. Has a great weight, comfortable handle for gripping, and a strong blade. Chopping is a breeze. Thank you Misen for another outstanding quality piece!

I love this knife!Pictured is the Misen Santoku next to a Wüsthof 8-inch chefs knife that I also own. These are both great knives and they are a joy to use. The Misen feels lighter, although I don't mind the extra weight of the Wüsthof.I'm rather new to kitchen knife collecting, but I'd recommend the Misen as an excellent gift for a friend or family.