A New Chef's Knife From Misen Promises Pro Quality For $65. But It Doesn't Make the Cut
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The new Misen chef's knife, priced at $65, claims features like high-grade steel and a santoku-style blade, aiming to rival $140 knives. However, testing by a master bladesmith revealed that the steel's hardness and quality were significantly lacking, leading to comparisons with much cheaper alternatives. While Misen’s marketing suggests it offers exceptional performance, real-world testing challenges these claims, raising questions about the true value of the product in comparison to established brands.
The Misen chef's knife promotes itself as a high-quality alternative for $65, positioning itself against higher-end knives. However, testing revealed compromises in steel quality.
Despite its claims of high-grade materials, a master bladesmith found the Misen knife's steel quality comparable to a $12 knife from Walmart, raising concerns about its performance.
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