Misen bread knife with red handle and serrated stainless steel blade

8" Serrated Knife (ACUTO440) - Red

8" / Red
$109.00
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Misen bread knife with red handle and serrated stainless steel blade
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  • 8" Serrated Knife (ACUTO440) - Red
  • Misen bread knife with red handle and serrated stainless steel blade
  • Hands cutting delicata squash on wooden cutting board with acorn squash nearby
  • Misen serrated bread knife slicing dark sourdough loaf on wooden cutting board
  • Misen bread knife with red handle and serrated stainless steel blade
  • Misen steak knife serrated blade with red handle close-up
  • 8" Serrated Knife (ACUTO440) - Red
8" Serrated Knife (ACUTO440) - Red

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8" Serrated Knife (ACUTO440) - Red

Red 8" ACUTO440 Serrated Knife

$109.00

Our rust-proof serrated knife, made with next-generation ACUTO440 steel. Wave-shaped serrations glide through crusty, soft, and/or squishy foods without tearing.

Size: 8"
Color: Red
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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.
  • Wave-style serrations for smooth slicing with less tearing
  • Ergonomic rounded spine for a comfortable pinch grip
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ACUTO440 Steel

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Serrated Blade
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: 8.1 in. / 208 mm
Total Length: 13.3 in. / 340 mm
Handle Thickness: 18 mm
Blade Height: 35 mm
Weight: 0.4 lb / 215 g
Steel: AICHI ACUTO 440 (Japan)
HRC: 58±2
Grind & Edge: Single blade, 25 wide-set serrations
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

Serrations That Stay Sharp

Most serrated knives dull within a year. ACUTO440 steel holds its edge longer, so you can skip the sawing and slice cleanly every time.

Your More-Than-Bread Knife

Glides through crusty sourdough but also slices a ripe tomato and a wedge of pie. The serrated edge handles anything with a surface that resists a straight blade.

Pick Your Size

The 5" is nimble for sandwiches, bagels, and small fruit. The 8" handles full loaves and layer cakes. Same steel, same edge, scaled to what you cook.

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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  • Audra A. B.
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    8" Serrated Knife (ACUTO440) - Black
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    Percusion

    This is a precision knife and a delight to own. Smooth clean cuts. I love it.

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  • Robert P.
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    5" Serrated Knife (ACUTO440) - Blue
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    5” aerated knife has become our most used knife

    It’s just the right size. Not too big and not too small.

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  • Susan W.
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    8" Serrated Knife (ACUTO440) - Blue
    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts sharp, good balance, comfortable handle
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    Most used knife

    This knife is almost out on our counter because we use it every day to slice breads and bagels. It is angled perfectly to obtain thin or thick slices. It has maintained its sharpness, and I have purchased several as gifts.

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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    Wow that's sharp

    I love Misen. I have a couple pans and now purchased a third knife. Did I need it? No. Was the price right and did I trust the quality? Yes! The personalization option, for free, sealed it for me.

    When I tried it the first time it just confirmed it was a great decision. Super sharp, the right size and I absolutely love it.

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  • Eric W.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 months ago
    Sharp and cuts great

    We have tried it on sourdough bread and typical knives made it difficult. This knife was amazing

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Red 8" ACUTO440 Serrated Knife

The 8" Serrated Knife (ACUTO440) in Red is built for the jobs where a straight edge tends to slip or crush: slicing crusty bread, halving soft tomatoes, and portioning other soft or squishy foods. Misen uses next-generation AICHI ACUTO440 steel and wave-style serrations designed to glide through the surface and keep the cut clean with less tearing. If you want to compare shapes and sizes across the lineup, browse the full serrated knives collection.

At this 8" size (8.1 in. blade length), you get enough length to work through wider loaves and longer produce while still feeling controlled on the board. The wave-shaped serrations are meant to do the work for you, so you can use a steady, light sawing motion instead of pressing down and compressing delicate interiors. The knife also has an ergonomic rounded spine that supports a comfortable pinch grip for longer prep sessions.

ACUTO440 is positioned as rust-proof, and the blade is lab-tested for rust resistance (proven to withstand 50 days submerged in water and up to 100 dishwasher cycles). Even so, the recommended care is simple: hand wash, then dry immediately after use. For broader maintenance tips across your kit, Misen’s knife care guide is a helpful reference.

Sharpening is still part of owning a serrated knife, even one designed for edge retention. Misen recommends sharpening every 4 to 6 months, depending on use. If you prefer to outsource that step, the product page also notes Misen’s mail-in knife sharpening service for any knife.

Color is purely an aesthetic choice here, so pick Red if you like a bold look on the counter or in your storage setup. If you are building out a complete drawer, you can also explore more kitchen knives to cover the rest of your daily prep needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions About ACUTO440 Serrated Knives

What foods is this serrated knife designed to cut?

It is designed for crusty, soft, and squishy foods. The wave-shaped serrations are meant to glide through crusty bread and softer items like tomatoes without tearing, helping you get cleaner slices with less crushing.

Is the ACUTO440 serrated knife dishwasher safe?

The blade’s rust resistance is lab-tested to withstand up to 100 dishwasher cycles, but Misen’s use and care guidance still recommends hand washing. For best results, hand wash and dry immediately after use.

How often should I sharpen this serrated knife?

Misen recommends sharpening every 4 to 6 months. How quickly it needs attention depends on how often you use it and what you cut, but that schedule is a solid baseline for maintaining clean, low-tear slicing.

What makes it comfortable to hold?

The knife includes an ergonomic rounded spine designed for a comfortable pinch grip. That detail can make a noticeable difference when you are slicing multiple pieces of bread or working through a larger prep session.

Can the blade discolor after cutting acidic foods?

Yes. Misen notes that high-carbon knives may show discoloration after exposure to acidic foods and or salt. This is described as purely cosmetic and different from rust, which the brand states is extremely rare.