Misono 440 Molybdenum Gyutou 8.2"
- 16 chrome stainless molybdenum steel
- Wood handle, plain edge
- 0.16 kg listed item weight
- 34 cm listed item length
- Right-handed version
- Not for frozen food or bones
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A chrome-rich molybdenum stainless gyutou with a wood handle and a plain edge, sold in a right-handed version. The listing states blade length two ways and rules out frozen food and bones.
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ASIN: B000XT2Z2YModel: 812Category: Gyutou Knives
Overview
A chrome-rich molybdenum stainless blade gives this Misono 440 its rust-resistant character, paired with a wood handle and a plain edge. It is the right-hand model of a professional gyutou.
The gyutou began as a meat knife and the description says it spans meat to vegetables, with a size around eighteen centimeters being the common household choice. Frozen items and bones are excluded, and the title and specs disagree on blade length.
Who it's for
Home and professional cooks working through meat and vegetables who want a professional-style knife with a wood grip. Left-handed users, or anyone who must verify an exact blade length, should check with the seller first.
Pros and cons
- Rust-resistant molybdenum stainless steel
- Light listed weight
- Meat to vegetable range
- Blade length stated two ways
- Frozen food and bones excluded
- Right-hand version only
Performance notes
The chrome and molybdenum content make the steel more resistant to rust than a common stainless grade, and the plain edge slices meat and vegetables cleanly. Frozen or hard objects, including bones, can damage a knife of this type and are ruled out by the description.
Where it stands among gyutou knives
- #5 most-searched brand and model of the 8 gyutou knives lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 13 gyutou knives we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Model | 812 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 20 centimeters (specs); 21 cm / 8.2 inches (title) |
| Size | 7.9" |
| Item Length | 34 centimeters |
| Weight | 0.16 kg |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | 16 Chrome High Stainless Molybdenum Steel |
| Handle Material | Wood |
| Color | Silver |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Back Thickness | 0.08 inches (2.0 mm) |
| Manufacturer Model Number | 812 |
Closest rivals on specs
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- Item Length 13.4 vs 15.7 inches (-15%)
Shun Classic 7" Hollow Ground Asian Cook's Knife- BladeLength 7.9 vs 7 inches (+13%)
- Size 7.9 vs 7 inches (+13%)
Misono UX10 Gyutou 9.4"- Item Weight 0.35 vs 0.55 pounds (-36%)
- Item Length 13.4 vs 15 inches (-11%)
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Misono 440 Molybdenum gyutou?
The title gives 21 cm, or 8.2 inches. The specs give a blade length of 20 centimeters, a size of 7.9 inches and an item length of 34 centimeters.
Is the Misono 440 Molybdenum gyutou left-handed?
No. The title marks it as the right version.
Can the Misono 440 Molybdenum gyutou cut bones?
No. The description says it cannot be used on frozen or hard objects such as bones.