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Craft your culinary masterpieces with the Messermeister Blacksmith Chef’s Knife - 8". Forged from high-carbon German stainless steel, this kitchen workhorse boasts a razor-sharp edge, perfect for slicing meats, mincing herbs, and chopping hearty vegetables with ease. Its wide blade and balanced weight distribution offer excellent control and leverage for professional-level performance. Designed with a contoured handle for ultimate comfort, it’s built to withstand the demands of daily cooking. Whether you’re prepping a feast or a fast meal, the Blacksmith Chef’s Knife is the one tool you’ll reach for again and again.
Behind the Build: Product Specs
Origin
Handcrafted in Solingen, Germany
Overall
Weight: Middleweight
Blade Type
A chef's knife, often referred to as a cook's knife, is a versatile and essential tool in both professional and home kitchens. It features a broad, sharp blade that tapers to a point, allowing for a variety of cutting techniques.
Blade
Tyissen-Krupp 1.4116
Satin
Hand Finished 3-Stage
Full Hollow Grind
15º
58 HRC
Ambidextrous
Handle
Ebony Pakkawood
Blade
W: 2 in | 51 mm
L: 8.27 in | 210 mm
Thickness at spine: 4.1 mm
Handle
W (including bolster): 5.43 in | 138 mm
Tasks
A chef's knife is used for a wide variety of cutting tasks, including chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing, making it an essential tool in any kitchen.
Care
Do not place in dishwasher… Seriously, don’t even think about it!
Hand-wash only with warm water and a mild detergent; rise and dry immediately
Clean the blade right away after slicing acidic or salty foods like tomatoes, citrus and vinegar based items
