Matsato Japanese Steel Chef Knife 6.3 Inch
- BladeLength: 6.3 inches
- Size: 6.3 inches
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Blade Material Type: Stainless Steel
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact 6.3 inch Japanese steel chef knife for everyday home prep, sized down from a standard chef knife and needing hand washing to keep its edge.
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ASIN: B0CLVMXH3YCategory: Chef's Knives
Overview
Below a standard 8 inch chef knife in length, Matsato's 6.3 inch blade is forged from Japanese stainless steel with a handle balanced for everyday slicing and chopping at home or at a BBQ.
Matsato pitches this at both a kitchen counter and a BBQ, and the 6.3 inch length is the detail that matters most: it is meaningfully shorter than the 8 inch blade most home cooks think of as a standard chef knife, which changes how it handles larger cuts of meat or produce.
- 6.3 inch (16 cm) blade
- Japanese stainless steel construction
- Balanced handle and weight
- Hand wash only care
Who it's for
Suits a home cook who wants a smaller, lighter chef knife for everyday chopping and slicing rather than a full-size 8 inch blade. It is not built for anyone who wants to run a knife through the dishwasher.
Pros and cons
- Compact 6.3 inch blade for everyday tasks
- Balanced handle aids control during cutting
- Japanese stainless steel edge
- Hand wash only, not dishwasher safe
- Shorter than a standard 8 inch chef knife
Performance notes
The 6.3 inch blade is forged from Japanese stainless steel and paired with a handle balanced for control during everyday cutting, slicing, and chopping. It is listed as hand wash only, since a dishwasher cycle can dull the edge and, over time, encourage rust on this kind of steel.
Specifications
| Brand | Matsato |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 6.3 incheslower than 86% of 72 chef's knives |
| Size | 6.3 incheslower than 82% of 56 chef's knives |
| Item Weight | 0.39 poundslower than 73% of 53 chef's knives |
| Item Length | 10.8 incheslower than 71% of 70 chef's knives |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | 1.4116 Japanese Stainles, Wood |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | Wood |
| Color | Brown, Silver |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Knife |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Item Type Name | Knife |
| Set Name | 6.3" - Chef Knife |
Closest rivals on specs
Wüsthof Classic Craftsman Knife 7 Inch- BladeLength 6.3 vs 7 inches (-10%)
WÜSTHOF Classic Chef's Knife 7 Inch- BladeLength 6.3 vs 7 inches (-10%)
- Item Length 10.8 vs 7 inches (+54%)
Babish High-Carbon German Steel Chef Knife 8 Inch- Item Weight 0.39 vs 0.71 pounds (-45%)
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Matsato chef knife's blade?
6.3 inches (16 cm), shorter than a standard 8 inch chef knife.
Is the Matsato chef knife dishwasher safe?
No, it is listed as hand wash only to protect the Japanese steel edge.
What is the blade made of?
Japanese stainless steel, chosen for a sharp, precise edge.