Misen paring knife with red handle and stainless steel blade

3.5" Paring Knife (ACUTO440) - Red

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Misen paring knife with red handle and stainless steel blade
  • Misen paring knife with red handle and stainless steel blade
  • Hands peeling an orange with a paring knife on a wooden cutting board with lemon peels
  • 3.5" Paring Knife (ACUTO440) - Red
  • Misen paring knife with red handle and stainless steel blade
  • Misen paring knife with red handle and stainless steel blade
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  • Misen paring knife with red handle and stainless steel blade
  • Hands peeling an orange with a paring knife on a wooden cutting board with lemon peels
  • 3.5" Paring Knife (ACUTO440) - Red
  • Misen paring knife with red handle and stainless steel blade
  • Misen paring knife with red handle and stainless steel blade
  • Hands slicing fresh strawberries over a yogurt granola bowl
3.5" Paring Knife (ACUTO440) - Red

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3.5" Paring Knife (ACUTO440) - Red

Red Paring Knife (ACUTO440) – 3.5"

$59.00

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

Color: Red
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Features
  • 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
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Rust-Proof

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ACUTO440 Steel

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All Chop Styles
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

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
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.

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Why It’s Great

The Above-the-Board Knife

Hulling strawberries, slicing a peach, coring an apple: this is the work our paring knife was born to do, and it’s very good at it.

Precision Is the Point

Every design decision, from the blade length to the bolster, is about giving you control for the close, careful in-hand cuts that paring work requires.

The Spine and Bolster Make It Easy

Rounded and ergonomic, they reduce pinch-grip finger pressure so you’ll stay comfy over long prep sessions.

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.
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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.

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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    Best knives on the market

    Amazing quality knives. Look beautiful in my kitchen and such a pleasure to use. I'm a big fan of this brand - will be purchasing more.

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    Perfect

    Just what I needed: sharp, perfect size, easy to use. Perfect for my everyday cooking tasks.

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    3.5 Paring Knife

    I really liked these! Having the names put on them made them extra nice! My Grandson just got an apartment and also loves to cook. I thought I would get him quality utensils.

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    Beautiful and functional

    Love this knife. It's my third. Works well stays sharp longer.

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Red Paring Knife (ACUTO440) – 3.5"

The 3.5" Paring Knife (ACUTO440) in Red is Misen’s smallest prep knife, built for peeling, trimming, and other precision cuts where control matters most. It shines in handheld tasks like hulling strawberries or slicing a peach, and the AICHI ACUTO440 Japanese steel is chosen for sharpness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance. If you’re comparing shapes and sizes across the lineup, you can browse more single knives to find the right blade for each prep job.

For a paring knife, comfort is often the difference between “quick task” and “fussy task.” This one pairs a compact blade with an ergonomic rounded spine and bolster to support a more comfortable pinch grip, especially when you are working in-hand instead of on the board. The edge is a 50/50 symmetrical grind at 14° per side, a practical everyday geometry for clean, precise cuts.

If rust resistance is a priority, the ACUTO440 blade is also lab-tested for rust resistance, including performance claims like withstanding extended submersion in water and up to 100 dishwasher cycles. Even with that durability, Misen still recommends hand washing and drying immediately after use for best results. For more detailed upkeep guidance specific to this steel, the Acuto knives care page is a helpful reference.

It is normal for high-carbon knives to show discoloration after exposure to acidic foods and or salt. On this knife, that kind of discoloration is described as purely cosmetic and different from rust, which is stated as extremely rare. Keeping the blade clean and dry after prep helps maintain its appearance and performance.

Choosing between the Red and White versions is an aesthetic decision, the product details and performance attributes are otherwise the same. If you are building out a broader kit beyond a paring knife, explore the wider selection of kitchen knives to cover larger chopping, slicing, and specialty prep needs.

Frequently Asked Questions About Paring Knives

What is this 3.5" paring knife best used for?

It is designed for peeling, trimming, and precision cuts. The compact size makes it especially useful for handheld tasks like hulling strawberries or slicing a peach, where a larger knife can feel less controlled.

What steel is used for the blade?

The blade is made with AICHI ACUTO440 Japanese steel. On the product page, it is highlighted for exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance, with lab-tested rust resistance claims included in the features.

Is it dishwasher safe?

The features note lab-tested durability that includes withstanding up to 100 dishwasher cycles. However, the recommended care is to hand wash and dry immediately after use, which is the best practice for preserving edges and overall finish.

How often should I sharpen it?

The care guidance recommends sharpening every 4 to 6 months. If you prefer not to sharpen at home, Misen also offers a mail-in knife sharpening service (for any knife), which can be a convenient option for routine maintenance.

What coverage comes with the purchase?

The product page lists a 60-day test drive, a lifetime warranty against defects, and free returns. Those policies are designed to make it easier to try the knife and keep it with confidence if it fits your prep style.