Misen chef knife and paring knife set with blue handles

2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue

$184.00
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  • Misen chef knife and paring knife set with blue handles
  • Misen chef's knife with blue handle cutting homemade Detroit-style pizza on wooden board
  • 2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue
  • Misen chef's knife and paring knife set with blue handles
  • Misen chef's knife and paring knife with white handles on cutting board with cauliflower
2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue

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2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue

2-Piece ACUTO440 Knife Set in Blue

$184.00

The two knives you’ll reach for every day, made of razor-sharp, rust-proof ACUTO440 steel built to make cooking easier.

Size: 2-Piece
Color: Blue
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Features
  • AICHI ACUTO440 steel for pro-level sharpness and edge retention
  • Lab-tested rust resistance proven to withstand 50 days submerged in water and up to 100 dishwasher cycles.
  • Ergonomic rounded spine for a comfortable pinch grip
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Rust-Proof

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ACUTO440 Steel

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All Chop Styles
What’s Inside
Use & Care
  • 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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Specifications

8" Chef's Knife:
Blade Length: 8.26 in. / 210 mm
Total Length: 13.5 in. / 345 mm
Handle Thickness: 18 mm
Blade Height: 49 mm
Weight: 0.5 lb / 230 g

3.3" Paring Knife:
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
Country of Production: PRC
Warranty

All Misen products come with a lifetime warranty against defects. Misen will replace any defective products. Learn more about our warranty policy here and what's covered.

Pair it with

Why It’s Great

8" Chef's Knife

Your go-to for everyday prep. The hybrid blade handles rocking, chopping, drawing, and slicing, from herbs to a whole chicken.

3.5" Paring Knife

Your off-the-board knife built for handheld precision tasks like hulling strawberries, slicing peaches, and peeling just about anything.

Better Together

Together, they can handle just about any task your kitchen throws at you. If you only get two knives, make it these.

Basically a Navy Seal

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.
Sliced salami and mozzarella sheet pan pizza on parchment paper being cut with a Misen chef's knife
Misen bread knife slicing dark sourdough loaf on wooden cutting board

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.

Questions?

What are Misen’s ACUTO440 Knives made of?

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.
What’s the difference between Misen’s ACUTO440 Knives and classic knives?

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.
How are Misen’s ACUTO440 Knives different from other high-carbon knives?

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.
What do you mean by rust-proof?

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.
Can I put Misen’s ACUTO440 Knives in the dishwasher?

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.
How often should I sharpen my knives?

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.
My blade has discoloration and/or staining. What is this?

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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  • Marcus W.
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    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts sharp, easy-to-use, good balance, comfortable handle, nice weight
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 months ago
    Great Knife Set

    This is my first set of high quality kitchen knives and I love them! Very sharp and comfortable to use!

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  • Susan F.
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    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts good balance, nice weight, comfortable handle, sharp, well-priced
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 months ago
    Sweet

    Super sweet! After using sub-standard blades for too long….its so sweet to have a great culinary tool…(tools!) we bought 4!

    Great deal!

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  • Robert H.
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    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts sharp, good balance, comfortable handle, nice weight
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 months ago
    Nice

    Well made

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  • Kyle K.
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    6 months ago
    Nice Addition

    Just what I ordered. They came sharp. My wife cut herself the first use. I think she’ll stop using her palm as a cutting board now.

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  • Jon S.
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    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts sharp, easy-to-use, good balance, sleek design, comfortable handle
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6 months ago
    New 2.0 knife set.

    Really great build and balance with clean and effortless cuts.

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2-Piece ACUTO440 Knife Set in Blue

The 2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue is built around the two knives most cooks use constantly: an 8-inch chef’s knife for everyday prep, and a 3.3-inch paring knife for precision work. Both are made from rust-proof ACUTO440 steel, with an ergonomic rounded spine designed for a comfortable pinch grip. If you are comparing configurations across the lineup, you can also browse other knife sets to match how you actually cook.

Compare 2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) Options

OptionBest forKey differencePrice
2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - Blue
Current product		Everyday cooking with the essentialsChef’s knife plus paring knife, Blue color$184.00
2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - BlackSame essentials in a different lookSame 2-piece lineup, Black color$184.00
2-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - RedSame essentials with a bold colorSame 2-piece lineup, Red color$184.00
3-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - BlackAdding a dedicated serrated knifeChef’s, paring, plus serrated knife$279.00
5-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - BlueA more complete core lineupFive knives that cover big prep to fine detail$489.00
7-Piece Knife Set (ACUTO440) - BlueKnives plus extra tools for the workflowFive essential knives plus two tools for prep and cleanup$544.00

If you want the most capable, least cluttered setup, the 2-piece set is the cleanest starting point: the chef’s knife handles day-to-day chopping across “all chop styles,” while the paring knife covers small, controlled tasks. Both knives use AICHI ACUTO440 steel for pro-level sharpness and edge retention, and they are designed with a rounded spine that makes a pinch grip feel more comfortable for longer prep sessions.

Choosing between the Blue, Black, and Red versions of the 2-piece set is primarily an aesthetic decision since the functional lineup stays the same. If you are deciding based on what you can do in the kitchen, the bigger difference is set size: moving to the 3-piece adds a serrated knife for jobs where a toothed edge helps (think crusty bread or delicate skins), while the 5-piece and 7-piece options are meant for cooks who want a broader core lineup instead of reaching for one or two blades most of the time.

Rust resistance is a major practical advantage of this ACUTO440 knife set. The blades are lab-tested for rust resistance and are proven to withstand extended water exposure and repeated dishwasher cycles, but the recommended routine is still simple: hand wash, then dry immediately after use. Misen also recommends sharpening every 4 to 6 months, and notes that discoloration can occur after exposure to acidic foods and or salt. That discoloration is described as cosmetic and different from rust, which is stated to be extremely rare.

For day-to-day ownership, it helps to think about where the knives will live and how you will maintain them. If you need a dedicated spot on the counter or in a drawer, explore kitchen knife storage solutions. If you want deeper guidance on cleaning, drying, sharpening cadence, and what cosmetic discoloration means, the ACUTO knives care page expands on the same use and care guidelines shown here.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Knife Sets

What knives are included in the 2-Piece ACUTO440 Knife Set?

This set includes two knives: an 8-inch chef’s knife (ACUTO440) and a 3.3-inch paring knife (ACUTO440). It is designed as an everyday pairing, covering larger prep tasks with the chef’s knife and smaller, precise work with the paring knife.

What is ACUTO440 steel, and what does it mean for rust resistance?

The blades are made from rust-proof ACUTO440 steel. Misen states the rust resistance is lab-tested, proven to withstand 50 days submerged in water and up to 100 dishwasher cycles. That testing is meant to show durability in real kitchen conditions.

How should I clean and maintain this knife set?

The recommended care is to hand wash the knives and dry immediately after use. For edge maintenance, Misen recommends sharpening every 4 to 6 months. This simple routine is designed to keep the knives performing well over regular, everyday cooking.

What if I notice discoloration on the blade?

Misen notes that knives may show discoloration after exposure to acidic foods and or salt. This is described as purely cosmetic, and it is different from rust. The product page also states rust is extremely rare for these knives.

What policies come with this knife set?

The product page lists a 60-day test drive, a lifetime warranty against defects, and free returns. These policies are provided to help you try the knives at home and keep long-term coverage for manufacturing defects.