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Miyabi Koh 8-Inch Chef Knife

Miyabi Koh 8-Inch Chef Knife

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$164.99at Rue La LaChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $164.99 at Rue La La on Nov 9.

Our take on the Miyabi Koh 8-Inch Chef Knife

The Miyabi Koh 8-inch chef's knife is a German-Japanese hybrid: a hard, fine-grained steel blade made in Seki, Japan, paired with a slim pakkawood handle. It sits below Miyabi's birchwood-handled lines but above mass-market German knives in edge sharpness and hardness. Owners like the light, agile feel and the out-of-box edge; the thin, hard blade rewards good technique and punishes careless use. It suits cooks who want a sharp, precise main knife and will hand-wash and hone it.

Best forHome cooks upgrading from a starter chef's knifePrecision work like fine dicing and slicingBuyers who prefer a light, slim-handled knifeAnyone willing to hand-wash and care for a hard steel blade
Pros
  • Very sharp edge out of the box
  • Hard steel holds an edge well
  • Light and nimble in the hand
  • Slim, comfortable pakkawood handle
  • Clean, understated looks
Cons
  • Hard, thin edge can chip if abused
  • Not truly dishwasher-safe despite the label
  • Needs hand washing and regular honing
  • Less forgiving for heavy chopping or bones

Miyabi Koh 8-Inch Chef Knife prices at every store

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    $164.99+ $11.99 shippingChecked Nov 9
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Miyabi Koh 8-Inch Chef Knife price history

Lowest price we've seen: $164.99 on Nov 9 at Rue La La. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers rate the Koh highly for sharpness, balance and value within the Miyabi range. The recurring complaints are chipping on the hard edge and the need for careful hand washing.

What people mention
  • SharpnessPraisedOwners say it arrives sharper than most knives at its level and keeps a keen edge.
  • Edge durabilityCriticisedSome report small chips after contact with bones, frozen food or the sink.
  • Weight and balancePraisedReviewers describe it as light and nimble, with balance near the bolster.
  • HandleMixedMost find the slim pakkawood handle comfortable, but a few with large hands want more girth.
  • CareCriticisedOwners warn it should be hand washed and dried, despite the dishwasher-safe listing.

Specifications

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Questions and answers

Is the Miyabi Koh 8-inch chef's knife good for beginners?
It can be, but the hard, thin edge is less forgiving than a soft German blade. A beginner who learns to hone and hand wash will get a very sharp, long-lasting knife.
Can I put it in the dishwasher?
No. Hand wash and dry it right away. Dishwasher heat and detergent dull the edge and can damage the wood handle.
How does it compare with the Miyabi Kaizen?
Both use hard steel and pakkawood handles. The Koh is the more affordable line with a simpler finish; the Kaizen adds a hammered or Damascus look and a slightly different handle.
What steel is the blade?
It is a fine-grained, hard steel hardened to roughly 60 HRC, which is harder than typical German kitchen knives.
Does it need sharpening or honing?
Hone it lightly and often to keep the edge aligned. Sharpen less often, and use a whetstone or a sharpener suited to hard steel.
What is in the box?
Just the knife. No sheath, honing rod or sharpener is included.
Where is the Miyabi Koh 8-Inch Chef Knife cheapest?
At Rue La La, for $164.99, as of our latest check.

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