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The MSR alpine kitchen knife is made from 440-series stainless steel and its 4.5-Inch santoku-styled blade excels as speedy chopping and prep work, while holding its edge against heavy use. It comes in a light, ventilated protective sheath for easy and safe packing. Packed size 9 x 1.4 x 0.4 inches. Weight 1.7 ounces
From the Manufacturer
The MSR Kitchen Knife is an all purpose, hardened stainless steel utility knife with easy-to-clean plastic sheath.
quaker
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2025
I don't hate this knife. Let me state that up front. I bought this for kitchen use (and possibly for camping, travel, etc.) and was eager to see how it performed at home. First of all, it is very slim and is perfect for creating paper-thin tomato slices, or thin anything else. And it came scary sharp. The sheath is safe and easy to use. Having reported that, I confess that my joy was ended when I had to use it again, i.e., a second time. Perhaps it's a rule that if the knife maker says it's "stainless steel" and gives no other information about its manufacture, then you can figure that it's not a premium steel, possibly soft, and is likely to need very frequent sharpening.The product description does declare that the "MSR alpine kitchen knife is made from 440-series stainless steel." I'm not a steel snob, and it's a fact that many good knives are made out of 440A, 440B, and 440C (the 440-series). But if the steel is not heat-treated properly during manufacture, it's beneficial properties--especially the ability to hold a sharp edge--are simply not realized.This blade does seem sharper after several strokes on a honing steel, but honing is after all not the same as sharpening. This knife needs sharpening--pretty much after every use. I'm sorry to have to reveal that truth. If you are okay with sharpening (in addition to honing) after every use, then you will find this knife to be okay as a regular kitchen utensil. But I wouldn't bother to take it on a camping trip.
P H Miller
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2025
I used this type knife at my son's house to slice Granny Smith apples. I loved it. Got the job done. No threatening sharp point. Strong. Ordered one for my own kitchen as soon as returned home. Can see why it would be great for camping.
Nick
Reviewed in Canada on May 29, 2022
This has been a fantastic motocamping knife for us. Does it all! Get this one for sure.
JD
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2022
It’s very sharp, and very light. It’s a perfect match for the MSR ultralight kitchen kit.
SoCal Toyotas
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2021
Very sharp, light weight, perfect for camping.
古新聞
Reviewed in Japan on December 1, 2020
自炊宿での旅行で利用しようと購入。手軽なので自宅でも果物を剥いたり使っています。今のところ研ぎ直し等せず買ったままでも結構な切れ味。コンパクトでケースも洗いやすい。刃が一般の包丁とは違い、薄くてノコギリのようにびよんびよんと歪むタイプ。そういったノコギリが真っ直ぐ切り込まないとまるで切れないように、切り方にちょっとコツがいる。「真っ直ぐ入れてそのまま切る。こじることはしない」ノコギリを扱ったことがあればああそうか、とすぐわかるだろう。そこに気が付かず一般の剛性のある包丁と同じように使うと思うように切れず、場合によっては壊れる可能性もある。コツを掴めば驚くほど切りやすくなる。
Emma0873
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2020
It is amazing how awesome these knives are. Like cutting with a razor blade. But... be careful... they are sharp!
John
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2017
Works well, came sharp.
Running Man
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2016
Recommended. Weighs about 1.4 oz without the sheath. 1.8 oz with sheath. Sharpened it near-razor sharp with a 1200-grit diamond sharpener and it easily shaves. Guessing it must be high carbon content stainless steel. It is very good steel. The length and weight are perfect for backpacking. Bought a second one and ground the tip on that one to a point to make it easier for processing fish, so we have one for meat and one we left unmodified for vegetables. MSR also fixed the sheaths on these so they stay affixed to the blade and don't slide off, so that is no longer an issue. Finally, one reviewer mentioned the lack of offset between the blade and handle, making chopping difficult. If you use a pinch grip on the blade rather than wrapping your fingers around the handle, that is not an issue. I plan to buy a couple more of these just in case I lose or wear mine out and they get discontinued. Best backpacking culinary knife we've found. We also love MSR carbon trekking poles and the Sweetwater water filter. Great company, great products.
Will
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2014
I have Henckles knives at home, they are great. I got this because I love camping stuff. This is now my go to knife for everything. Tomatoes to beef. It is very sharp, very handy. I have only had it a month so not sure how long it will hold an edge but so far it is great.
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