12 best chef knife 6 inches

Product description

A TRUSTED FAVORITE

Preferred by both home chefs and culinary professionals, the 6" Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife can handle nearly every kitchen task imaginable. Crafted with a comfortable handle, superior weight and balance, and a razor sharp edge that rarely requires re-sharpening, this knife is an essential tool for every kitchen.



KEY FEATURES

• High-quality, lightweight European steel.
• Handle design reduces hand and wrist fatigue.
• Fit for dicing, mincing, chopping, slicing, and shredding.
• Long, sloping curved blade that “rocks” for effortless mincing and chopping.
• Flat spine for extra power to slice through hard-skinned items.
• Non-slip patented Fibrox Pro handle for a secure and comfortable grip no matter the hand size.
• National Sanitary Foundation (NSF) approved and dishwasher safe.

CARE AND USE

Be good to your knives and they’ll be good to you. Following these simple guidelines will ensure that you get the longest life out of your knife!



CLEANING

Victorinox Swiss Army recommends washing all knives by hand. For best results, hand wash your knives with a soapy cloth and dry immediately.

While Fibrox Pro knives are dishwasher safe, we recommend hand washing as dishwashers are designed to spray water at a relatively high pressure, which can jostle the silverware and cause the knives to collide, dulling the edge.



SHARPENING

For optimum performance, knives should be honed after every couple of uses. Proper and frequent use of a honing steel will keep your knives sharper and performing at their best.



FORMERLY FORSCHNER

In 1937 Victorinox began selling cutlery in America through a Connecticut distributor called R.H. Forschner & Co. A well-known manufacturer of butcher scales, Forschner soon became the exclusive U.S. distributor for Victorinox knives, and was the name by which Victorinox knives were known.

• FOR HOME CHEFS & PROFESSIONALS. This Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife has been the top choice of both home chefs and professionals alike. Expertly crafted with a tapered stainless steel edge that cuts with ease and efficiency.
• FIT FOR ALL TASKS. Designed to handle both small and large kitchen tasks with durability. This knife's razor sharp and laser-tested blade can make precise cuts yet is wide enough to handle larger tasks, such as skinning a pineapple.
• EASY HANDLING. Each knife features an ergonomic handle made from thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) for a non-slip grip -- even when wet. This exceptional knife is weighted and balanced for easy handling.
• KNIFE DIMENSIONS. Blade made out of stainless steel material -- 6 inches in length. Made with dishwasher safe materials for an easy clean.
• TRUSTED SWISS QUALITY. Expertly crafted in Switzerland in 1884, Victorinox provides a lifetime guarantee against defects in material and workmanship. Making a lifetime commitment has never been so easy.

User questions & answers

Question:	What's the tang situation with the Victorinox? I'd like to know if the metal goes all the way to the base of the handle
Answer:	No, about 3/4's of the way. With this handle type, full tang is not important.
Question:	what angle is the blade for sharpening? 15 degrees or 20 degrees
Answer:	From what I could roughly measure (caliper and trigonometry), the original edge relief ("back bevel") is around 14 degrees in mine, and the blade is quite thin already at the start of the relief (0.44mm), so it is easy to go without a bevel+back bevel and sharpen at 15. You can however work with a microbevel at 20, quickly retouching between resharpenings.
Question:	Does this knife have enough knuckle clearance so you can dice on a cutting board as you would with a normal 8" chef knife
Answer:	I think that you would have to have very small hands to be able to have a full grip on the handle to have "knuckle clearance" when mincing. I have to grip the handle without my fingers going all the way around to mince using the rocking method. The blade width is much narrower than another 6 inch chef knife that I have that allows a full grip with knuckle clearance for mincing. That said, I think that you can mince just fine with this knife, but you will have to grip it a little differently.
Question:	The 10-inche, it is just the blade, o with the handle?? what is 10 inches measured front to
Answer:	It's actually an 8 inch blade. They are advertising a 10 inch blade, but it's a bait and switch--you are getting the smaller (cheaper product). Like paying for an Acura and getting a Honda. I provided picture of the conflicting marking on the packaging (one saying 10 inch and a barcode for the 8 inch) and I submitted a picture of ruler measuring the blade, so buyers can see. It's a good knife, but buy it from a different seller who will send you what you are paying for.

Product features

Victorinox 6 Inch Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife

• Chef's Knife, 6"
• 1-1/4" width at handle
• Black Fibrox nylon handle
• Slip resistant

• [Premium Quality Material]: The blade of the chef knife is fully forged from premium German stainless steel 5Cr15Mov which allows the edge to be long lasting and extraordinary anti-corrosion.
• [Full Tang Construction]: As one of the symbols of a good knife, a full tang distributes weight more evenly along the knife which provides great balance and leverage capabilities.
• [Precise Technique]: With precisely controlled vacuum heat treatment, the hardness of this knife is up to HRC58,allowing the knife to remain sharp long enough for kitchen use and can be sharpened easily.
• [Great Agility]: The 6 inch chef knife offers an element of agility which is perfect for a range of small cutting tasks where more precise cuts are needed, such as trimming broccoli, green beans, or other smaller vegetables.
• [Warranty]: Steinbrucke provides maximum customer satisfaction and all Steinbrucke knives are backed by a lifetime warranty.

Product features

STEINBRÜCKE Chef Knife

Fully forged from high performance German stainless steel 5Cr15Mov, STEINBRÜCKE classic Chef's Knife delivers easy cuts and lifelong durability. With precisely controlled vacuum heat treatment, the hardness is up to HRC58, which delivers long lasting edge retention and extraordinary anti-corrosion. Unique 3 times edge grinding process make the Chef's Knife sharp as a razor. A full tang design provides excellent balance and superior strength.

High Performance German Stainless Steel 5Cr15Mov.

Made of one of the most popular kitchen knife steels in mainstream German knives, this chef knife delivers easy cuts and lifelong durability.

Full Tang Construction and The Sturdy Bolster.

A full tang distributes weight more evenly along the knife, contributing to better balance and superior strength. The sturdy bolster tends to be close to the knife’s overall balance point which acts as a finger guard.

Precise Technique

The .12” heavy duty blade is made from one piece fully forged high performance German stainless steel, with precisely controlled vacuum heat treatment, the hardness is up to HRC58, which delivers long lasting edge retention and extraordinary anti-corrosion.

Unique 3 Times Edge Grinding Process

A sharp knife means more control and less slippage when you cut, leading to safer, more consistent slices. Unique 3 times edge grinding process make the chef knife sharp as a razor.

Multi-Purpose

As the most indispensable knife in the knife block, the chef knife has made a noticeable difference in dicing vegetables, garlic, fruit and cutting thick meat, raw steaks, etc. The blade is curved to allow a rocking motion to chop and dice more efficiently.

Maintenance Methods

Wash with mild soap and a non-scratch cloth or sponge. Adjust the dishwasher at lowest temperature before put the knife in it. Remove any stains by lightly scrubbing your knife with a lemon until you see the stain disappear, then immediately rinse the knife off.

Product description

Complete big and small kitchen tasks with one knife with the Wusthof Classic cook's knife. Forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel with a black polymer handle, the blade is made with Wusthof's Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) to create an extraordinarily sharp blade. Each blade is also proudly and beautifully stamped with the Wusthof name, so you know that you are getting the high quality and reliability of Wusthof. Perfect for dicing, chopping, mincing, and slicing, this knife retains its edge 30 percent longer than other blades and is stain resistant. The contoured shape and perfect balance provides ergonomic comfort during use. The full tang is triple riveted to the handle, giving exceptional durability. This knife can also be used with an electric sharpener for longer life of the blade. Best of all, it is backed by a manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty.

6" L

• KITCHEN WORKHORSE – The WÜSTHOF 6” Classic Chef’s Knife is essential for preparing any meal. This all-purpose cook’s knife can be used for chopping, mincing, slicing and dicing
• WÜSTHOF CLASSIC SERIES – The Full Tang, Triple Riveted handles of the Classic Line offer the widest range of cutlery that can satisfy every home cook or professional chef. The WÜSTHOF Classic Series has been our best-selling series for generations
• CHEF’S KNIFE – Features a 6” long blade. Full Bolster and Finger Guard, German Made Cook’s Knife. Ergonomic handle design made from a long-lasting synthetic material to resist fading and discoloration
• PRECISION FORGED – The 6” Chef’s Knife is forged from a single block of High Carbon Stainless Steel and tempered to 58-degree HRC. The Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention than previous models
• CENTURIES OF TRADITION – Family owned for seven generations, WÜSTHOF was founded in Solingen, Germany over 200 years ago. WÜSTHOF’s cutlery carries the Solingen name, a designation reserved for products that meet the strictest quality standards

User questions & answers

Question:	how does it handle cutting bones and meat
Answer:	This holder is non magnetic, so I think it wouldn't work
Question:	Just had this delivered yesterday and wanted to write a review on it, but there is no option for review, just supplier review. Any ideas
Answer:	I'd say no. I've put similar liquid in the handle scoopers in the dishwasher before, and they get ruined.
Question:	What is the width of the 10 inch chef's knife
Answer:	not recommended for dishwasher, hand wash is recommended
Question:	Is this knife double edged
Answer:	I'm not sure, I haven't tried the scoop with cookie dough. I use it for frosting and batter.

Product features

The robust and comfortable handles feature durable rivets and no joints.

The full bolster protects the hand, providing safety and balance

Forged from a single piece of chromium-molybdenum-vanadium steel.

The City of Blades

Family owned for seven generations, WÜSTHOF was founded in Solingen Germany over 200 years ago. Long renowned as “The City of Blades,” Solingen has earned the reputation for crafting fine cutlery generation after generation. Located in Western Germany near the banks of the Wupper River, Solingen has been home to master blacksmiths for over 2,000 years. WÜSTHOF continues to call the picturesque city of Solingen its home, and proudly marks each blade as “Made in Solingen.”

CLASSIC COOK’S KNIFE

WÜSTHOF’S CLASSIC full-tang knives are precision-forged from a single piece of an exclusive high-carbon stainless steel. CLASSIC knives feature a new handle design made of a highly durable synthetic material – Polyoxymethylene (POM) – which has a tighter molecular structure to resist fading and discoloration.

The CLASSIC Cook’s Knife is the work horse of the kitchen, or the essential kitchen knife. The cook’s knife is an indispensable all-purpose kitchen knife that can be used for chopping, mincing, slicing and dicing. Due to the weight and balance of the knife, it is also perfect for heavy duty work such as cutting thicker vegetables and meats.

• Precision-forged from a single blank of high carbon stainless steel
• Full tang that is triple riveted to the handle for precise control
• Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention.
• Tempered to 58⁰ Rockwell
• Comfortable and highly-durable polyoxymethylene (POM) handle with a traditional look and feel, stickered with our red Trident logo
• Full bolster and finger guard

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• ✅【SUPER STEEL】We use the high carbon German Stainless steel X50CrMov15 (Din. 1.4116) for the Fiery Phoenix Line. The premium steel is processed under high-tech vacuum heat treatment and nitrogen cooling treatment, bringing out the best characteristic of the steel, enhancing the hardness of the steel toHRC56±2, the resistance of corrosion, and superior edge retention.
• ✅【RAZOR SHARP EDGE】The edge is hand sharpened by highly-skilled knife smiths using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method, each side of the blade is honed at 18 degrees. This extremely sharp blade provides for unmatched efficiency. Your work in the kitchen is done in no time!
• ✅【EROGONOMIC PAKKAWOOD HANDLE】The full tang handle is made from our patent-pending high-density Pakkawood composite. Compare to other wood handles, it is way more stable and sanitary. No matter how bad the kitchen environment is, it will be no shrimp, no expansion, no crack, assuring you food safety. The handle is ergonomically designed for a comfortable grip in the hand.
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FIERY PHOENIX SERIES FLAWLESS KITCHEN KNIVES

Since TUO cutlery Founder started 20 years ago, we've lived by our "TUO" spirit! The belief that through constant exploration in production techniques and raw materials we have established standards above and beyond!

The Fiery Phoenix Line seamless blend the form and function together to create a knife both beautiful and practical. It is ergonomic design, trusted material, and experienced craftsmanship are the most important features that matter for Fiery Phoenix Line.

TUO kitchen Knives featuring a narrow blade which provides for nimble movement is designed to be elegantly modern and purposefully functional. Adopting special-forged high-carbon stainless steel with a high-tech vacuum heat-treatment and nitrogen cryogenic tempering, it ensures the extreme strength, flexibility, durability, and maximum performance.

Expertly fabricated from a tapered high carbon X50Cr15MoV German stainless steel edge with HRC56±2 on the Rockwell Hardness Scale that cuts with ease and efficiency. Fiery Phoenix Line is suitable for a wide variety of culinary tasks both big and small and becomes essentials for every kitchen.

WHY WE DEVELOPED FIERY SERIES KITCHEN KNIVES

After many market investigations, we found that people have been tired of seeing stereotyped black color handle kitchen knives in the market.

​People wanna something different!

People wanna something more colorful in their kitchen!

​People wanna sharp and yet beautiful kitchen knife!

So, after hundreds of day and night designing and trials by our TUO Cutlery kitchen knife team, we developed this Firey Series Kitchen Knives. Full Tang structure offsets superior durability for the knife itself. The Pakkawood handle is ergonomically designed to fit perfectly in your hands and ensure an effortless, relaxing cutting experience.

The Innovational Yellow&Black pakkawood handle makes this knife series stands out loudly among all other brands` "kitchen knives". Furthermore, it had also been selected as one of the world best kitchen knives by wiki.ezvid in 2016.

MULTI-PURPOSE COOK'S KNIFE

Fiery Phoenix Chef Knife Collection features general-utility knives designed to perform well at many differing kitchen tasks for most western cooks, such as mincing, slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables and meat.

In this collection, you can choose the most common types of blade shape: French and German for your preference. German-style knives are more deeply and continuously curved along the whole cutting edge; the French style has an edge that is straighter until the end and then curves up to the tip.

TUO STORY

TUO pursues high industry quality and surpasses industry standards. We would never be satisfied with more outstanding products and higher quality services. China is the workshop for the world, over 75% of the cutlery in the world is manufactured in YangJiang, China. Located in Yangjiang, the hometown of China's kitchen knives, Tuo brand has already become the industry pioneer, but we will not stop there, our spirit of exploring and adventuring will make TUO become an internationally popular brand. Let TUO Spirit inspires every restless heart in every corner of the world.

Product description

With all the power and versatility of a chef’s knife in a slightly smaller blade, the Shun Sora 6-inch Chef’s Knife is a lightweight, maneuverable kitchen knife capable of handling a variety of ingredients and functions. Its slightly curved belly allows for gentle rocking motions to mince herbs and other foods, a helpful asset during meal preparation. Blade is made using Shun’s proprietary Composite Blade technology to bring together a premium VG10 cutting edge with a Japanese 420J stainless steel blade upper. This technology puts high-performance material on the cutting edge and allows Shun to offer extremely high-performance knives at a more affordable price. The Chef’s Knife handle is made in a traditional Japanese design and made from a PP/TPE polymer blend, resulting in a lightweight and durable handle. Shun kitchen knives are handcrafted in Japan for pristine quality as Shun strives to produce knives of perfection. Shun provides premier kitchen cutlery for every type of kitchen.

• An all-purpose knife enhancing every kitchen, the Shun 6-inch Chef’s Knife is capable of a range of cuts on a variety of foods; shorter blade makes it exceptionally agile
• The hand-sharpened, 16-degree blade, a signature of Shun kitchen knives, retains its edge over long durations of time and constant use; Shun provides free re-sharpening when needed
• Lightweight blade fashioned with a slightly curved belly enhances versatility of the Sora Chef’s Knife and provides optimal range of motion for chopping and mincing needs
• A high-quality knife makes prepping for any meal enjoyable; the Shun Sora Chef’s Knife is the perfect tool for holidays, family dinners, brunch, happy hour, date nights, parties and more
• Quality kitchen knives are a worthwhile investment, an easy choice to make with Shun’s exceptional stainless steel cutlery; Sora series provides premier knives at amazing prices

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the handle plastic? Or classic like any other shun
Answer:	You can certainly use the 6" Wusthof Chef's knife for meat--and even bones--but for large bones, I would suggest a knife with a larger, heftier blade.
Question:	Does this specific knife have a full tang
Answer:	I'll do it for you. It's a perfect knife for chopping and slicing. The 6" is also small enough for peeling. If you think you're a "chef", buy a knife that's more expensive so you can show it off to your friends at dinner parties. If you're a cook, this knife is the one to get.
Question:	what kind of warranty is there with this knife
Answer:	The Wusthof Classic 10" Cook's Knife is a little under 2" at its widest point.
Question:	Does it comes with the original box? For gift
Answer:	Yes, it is double edged, if you mean, beveled on both the inside and outside of the cutting edge. This is unlike traditional Japanese knives beveled on one side of the cutting edge and flat on the opposite side. If you mean double edged like a Roman sword, then no, it is flat across the spine.

Product features

Shun

“Shun” (shoon) is a concept at the very heart of Japanese cuisine. In Japanese, shun is the word used to describe local, seasonal food when it is at the peak of its flavor and freshness—at the peak of its perfection.

Shun Cutlery is known for its exquisite beauty and ultra-premium performance. Yet as beautiful as Shun is on the outside, and as beautifully as it performs in your kitchen, its true beauty may be in what you don’t see.

Handcrafted in Japan

Shun is dedicated to maintaining this ancient tradition by continuing to handcraft each knife in our Seki City facilities. Each piece of this fine kitchen cutlery takes at least 100 individual steps to complete. While we maintain these ancient traditions of handcrafted quality, we also take advantage of thoroughly modern, premium materials and state-of-the-art technology to provide that traditional quality to millions of professional chefs and avid home cooks throughout the world.

Knife Steel is Essential

Heat treatment—an invisible, yet vital, process. This exacting process is fundamentally important to ensuring that your Shun provides lasting value. In heat treatment, the metal is heated and cooled to change its microstructure, bringing out its very best properties. With precise heat treatment, blade steel becomes finer grained, making it stronger and harder so blades can be thinner, sharper, and give you a longer-lasting edge. Shun’s experts are, quite simply, masters of the heat treatment process.

Quality and Performance

Shun is the exact moment when a fruit has reached its ideal ripeness, when a vegetable is at its very best, or when meat is at its most flavorful. Home cooks and professional chefs alike celebrate shun in their kitchens, eagerly awaiting each season’s bounty and serving every ingredient in its proper time.

Shun Cutlery proudly takes its name from this Japanese culinary tradition of eating the freshest food at the perfect moment. We took this name to honor this seasonal, mindful way of eating and as a mark of our dedication to making kitchen cutlery that is always at the peak of its perfection, too.

Shun Sora

In Japanese, Sora means "sky." With Sora's proprietary Composite Blade Technology, this beautiful series offers sky-high value by bringing together a VG10 three-layer san mai cutting edge with a polished Japanese 420J stainless steel upper.

This technology puts high-performance material exactly where it's needed most - on the cutting edge.

Knife Handle

The Sora line features a traditional handle design with textured TPE which provides excellent grip, balance, and easy maintenance. Topped on the end of the handle is the Shun logo in stainless steel which enhances and balances the handle.

Composite Blade Technology

Sora uses Kai's proprietary Composite Blade technology to bring together a VG10 three-layer san mai cutting edge with a Japanese 420J stainless steel upper. The two blade sections are laser cut, then fit together like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle.

Braze welding permanently joins them. The attractie wavy pattern at the join is based on traditional Japanese sword hamon lines.

Layered Steel

The Sora line features VG10 clad with a layer of stainless steel on each side to support and protect, then hand-sharpened to 16 degrees each side.

Shun and Sharpening

Shun brand products sold by Kai USA Ltd. are backed by Shun against manufacturing defects. In addition to supporting our products with this claim, we will be happy to sharpen your Shun or Kai knife for free for as long as you own the knife.

You may also register your purchase.

Product description

PROFESSIONAL "S" are the classic knives for the professional kitchen. The knives are made of proprietary special formula steel that has been perfected for over 280 years. Combined with ZWILLING's signature ice-hardening technique, these FRIODUR blades are harder, sharper, they will NOT STAIN or chip and they retain their sharpness longer.

Honed and hand-finished by the most skilled artisans, the knives' laser-controlled edge is incredibly sharp. The sturdy bolster provides the right balance and acts as a finger guard. Precision-forged from a single piece of solid steel, these threerivet handle knives deliver optimum balance and safe handling. Professional chefs worldwide trust the tradition and quality of these impressive knives.

Blade hardness (HRC): 55-58 HRC

Cooks with small hands find this version of the classic French chef's knife fits. Classic three-rivet handles distinguish Pro S from Henckels's other quality lines, TwinStar, Five Star, and Four Star. Pro S handles are heavier and its knives less weight-forward. The steel used in the Pro S line is identical to that of the Five and Four Star lines. High-tech welding of knives this size and larger combines three steel types into what appears to be a single piece, so a knife's parts have distinct characteristics: a hard edge; a strong, stain-resistant bolster; and a stain- and corrosion-resistant tang. Traditionalists insist on single-piece forging for strength, but Henckels says the invisible welds are actually stronger than the steel. While this chef's knife is dishwasher-safe, hand washing is recommended. --Fred Brack

From the Manufacturer

The J.A. Henckels Twin Professional S (or Pro S) knife series features trustworthy quality and classic three-rivet styling--it’s a line of knives admired by both professional chefs and home cooks of all skill levels. The Twin Pro S line contains knives for all tasks, including the following open stock knife types: parer, bread, peeling, sandwich, utility, carving, steak, chef’s, Granton edge slicer, santoku, and others. Twin Pro S knives are also available in a range of block sets and gift sets, to be sure that your cutlery needs are covered.

A Reliable Standard in Knife Construction

Twin Pro S knives are precision forged from a single piece of exclusive-formula, high-carbon, no-stain steel under the all-new Sigmaforge standard. As a result, Twin Pro S knives have improved quality consistency, lasting sharpness, and perfect geometry. Sigmaforge one-piece construction also provides high precision and improved stability of the blade and steel structure, thus improving cutting-edge retention for lasting sharpness. In addition, Twin Pro S knives use J.A. Henckels’s Friodur ice hardening for corrosion resistance, a process that also contributes to cutting-edge retention.

An Ergonomic Handle for Easier Use

J.A. Henckels’s Twin Pro S knives boast a comfortable, ergonomic three-rivet handle design that won’t wear against the hand and helps to provide control when doing any cutting task. These durable Novodur handles are perfectly bonded to the full tang on each knife for stability and durability. The impeccably balanced super bolster provides weight and adds balance for safer and more professional cutting.

Features

• Sigmaforge one-piece precision-forged construction: Provides perfect geometry, high precision, and improved stability of the blade and steel structure, thus improving cutting-edge retention for lasting sharpness.
• Laser-controlled edge: Is sharper and stays sharper longer. Has a more consistent blade angle.
• Friodur ice hardening: Maximum no-stain properties and more blade strength. Improved resistance to corrosion and pitting.
• Super bolster: Provides weight, insures safety, and adds balance.
• Full visible tang construction: Provides proper balance and greater strength.
• High-carbon no-stain steel, an exclusive J.A. Henckels formula: Nonstaining, nonrusting.
• Precision honed: Is sharper and stays sharper longer.
• Triple-riveted Novodur handles: Durable, strong, and smooth, these comfortable handles are perfectly balanced.
• Dishwasher-safe: Easy care (though hand washing is recommended by J.A. Henckels).
• Full warranty: J.A. Henckels stands behind all its knives.

• Manufactured in Germany
• Special formula high carbon NO STAIN steel
• SIGMAFORGE knife is forged from a single piece of solid steel
• Ice-hardened FRIODUR blade starts sharper stays sharper longer and has superior resilience
• Precision-honed blade and laser-controlled edge ensures ideal cutting angle for sharpness and durability
• Ergonomic polymer three-rivet handle is perfectly bonded to the full tang
• 57 Rockwell Hardness = excellent edge retention
• Edge angle 15 degrees per side

User questions & answers

Question:	Is it really a 6" blade? Why does it say 16.5 in
Answer:	Its classic.
Question:	what is the blade width
Answer:	Thank you for your question. The blade tang is internal and runs to the logo pin that shows on the side of the handle.
Question:	What's a guard that works with this knife? Found one on amazon that is for a 5in zwilling & wonder if it works the 5.5 zwilling boning
Answer:	NO
Question:	Where is this made? Germany
Answer:	Sorry....I have had it for a long time and cannot remember if it came in box.

Product features

Forged German Stainless Steel

Manufactured in Germany, ZWILLING Professional S knives are precision forged from a single piece of solid steel. The proprietary special formula NO STAIN steel has been perfected for over 288 years and is honed and hand-finished by the most skilled artisans. Boasting a 57 Rockwell Hardness, these knives offer excellent edge retention.

Razor Sharp Ice-Hardened Blade

These ice-hardened FRIODUR blades start sharper, stay sharper longer, have remarkable chip and corrosion resistance, and offer superior resilience. To ensure an ideal cutting angle, the laser-controlled edge is incredibly sharp. The sturdy bolster provides just the right balance and acts as a finger guard to help ensure safe cutting.

Easy To Care For - Dishwasher Safe

Quick kitchen clean-up is as important to us as it is to you. While it is always recommended to hand-wash to retain a knife’s optimum cutting edge for as long as possible, Professional S knives are dishwasher safe. Corrosion and chip-resistant NO STAIN steel adds up to impressive durability.

Ergonomic, Triple-Riveted Handle

The three-rivet handle delivers optimum balance and safe handling, making it a trusted knife for professional chefs worldwide. This comfortable, polymer-based handle is perfectly bonded to the full tang. With an ergonomic design that ensures fatigue-free cutting, these knives are ideal for everyday use.

Product description

Mercer Culinary Genesis 6-Inch Forged Chef's Knife

A supplier to the vast majority of cooking academies, Mercer Cutlery offers the Genesis Collection of kitchen knives to provide professional quality to the home chef. Comfortable, durable, and efficient, Genesis knives feature fully forged, single-piece blades made from high-carbon, no-stain German steel. Their taper-grind edges are polished by hand, and their substantial bolsters provide helpful balance. Black nonslip Santoprene handles make Genesis knives comfortable and secure in the grip, improving efficiency and safety in the kitchen.

One of the handiest knives in the Genesis collection, this 6-inch chef's knife chops veggies, meats, and herbs with less weight and greater maneuverability than larger chef's models. A complement to the Genesis full-size chef's, carving, and santoku knives, the piece is made in Taiwan using European components and technology. It should be washed by hand for best results and carries Mercer's one-year warranty. --Emily Bedard

• Santoprene handle for comfort and safe grip, NSF certified
• High carbon forged steel from Soligen, Germany. Stain-resistant x50 Cr Mo V15 resists rust, corrosion, and discoloration. Full tang that runs the entire length of the handle for superior balance.
• Taper-ground edge allows for added stability, easy honing, long lasting sharpness, and increased efficiency when cutting and chopping
• Limited lifetime warranty
• Hand wash knives for blade edge and surface care

User questions & answers

Question:	what is the frequency of sharpening needed for home based use
Answer:	If you're cutting through food where you're hitting the cutting board pretty hard, you'll need to hone the blade more often, but if your cutting soft vegetables and use the speed of your motion and not how hard you push down do the work of cutting, then you probably have to hone it once a month with regular use. Cutting through harder vegys means you're going to hit the cutting board harder though, so if you do that all the time, then you'll be honing about once a week or two weeks depending on usage. Sharpening is a different subject, and if you're not constantly banging the blade down on the cutting board, or cutting around bone which will put microscopic imperfections in the cutting edge, then somewhere between 6 months and a year with continual usage. You'll know because honing won't give you a sharp edge anymore. I LOVE this knife and use it a few times a week so I hone it about once a week, but I have a guide on my steel for 14 degrees and I have a hand sharpener that does 14 degrees each side so both honing and sharpening are VERY easy with this blade, and I've only changed the edge angle 1 degree (these come at 15)
Question:	How thick is the spine on the Genesis Nakiri & how much does it wiegh
Answer:	It weighs 8.3 oz and the spine goes from 2.75mm near the bolster, to 2.352mm at the center and 2.19mm at the tip.
Question:	Exact dimensions of the blade
Answer:	The widest part of the blade is 1 3/4 in, the center is 1 5/8 inch and the last inch of the blade narrows down from 1 inch. So this is a pretty wide blade, but very light and very sharp.
Question:	Since this is a German knife with a Japanese heritage (made in Taiwan to boot), what is the proper sharpening angle? 22.5 or 15 degrees? Thanks
Answer:	I've asked this question and the answer I got from a seller, and I believe you can also get the info from Mercer, is 15 degrees. There is a Wusthof sharpener that sharpens to 20 or 14 degrees. They're newer Classic lineup has blades set at 14 degrees. People saying larger angles are probably giving info for older knives, just like your question assumed two typical angles, 22.5 or 15, when in fact many European style knives have for a long time been set at 20 degrees and the finer blades are set at 11, 14 or 15 degrees. 11 degrees is for really tough metal, so different Japanese expensive blades are set that fine. Since I have the Wusthof pull through sharpener, I've set these to 14, and though I may have to hone and sharpen more often, they cut REALLY easy, and I LOVE this knife set that way. 22.5 is typically the angle for a heavy meat cleaver nowadays, or maybe knives that you buy for heavier outdoor cutting.

Product features

Precision forged German steel

High carbon, no-stain German cutlery steel resists rust, corrosion, and discoloration. Precision forged construction for better strength and durability. Taper-ground edge allows for added stability, easy honing, long lasting sharpness, and increased efficiency when cutting and chopping.

Ergonomic Santoprene handles

Ergonomic Santoprene handle offers superior comfort and a non-slip grip, even with wet hands. Will not break down from exposure to kitchen oils and is able to withstand hot and cold temperatures. Bolster strengthens the knife, adds durability, and provides excellent balance for better handling when cutting food. Also available with a short bolster.

NSF certified

NSF is a global provider of public health and safety-based risk management solutions. It's a highly respected independent organization that has rigorously tested and certified that Mercer Genesis knives have met their standard for safety, quality, and performance.

*NSF Certification C0391463-1 (09.03.19)

Care and handling of Genesis cutlery.

The performance of a knife can be diminished if not cared for properly.

Cutlery should never be washed in a dishwasher because intense heat and harsh detergents may cause the handle to deteriorate. Carefully wash by hand with soap and warm water, rinse and dry with a soft towel. Do not soak or submerge in water for long periods of time or use chlorine bleach because it can pit and discolor the blade. Avoid soaking in aluminum or stainless steel sinks because these metals may cause pitting on the blade.

Store in a cutlery block or sheath to preserve the cutting edges and prevent injuries.

Mercer Culinary – The Workhorse of the Kitchen

Over 30 years ago the founders of Mercer Culinary recognized the need for high-quality, value-driven cutlery for both professionals & food enthusiasts. They developed knife brands that were accessible to everyone including trained chefs, industry professionals, culinary students & home cooks.

In the years since then the company has grown to be a global source for precision culinary tools & accessories encompassing six product categories; cutlery, kitchen tools, sharpening, plating, storage & apparel.

With quality, performance, value, & service continuing to be the foundation of Mercer Culinary, the second generation, family run business, embraces tradition, but continues to look forward to meeting the changing needs of professional chefs & food enthusiasts. The company’s approach is all about collaborating with master chefs & industry leaders to understand their challenges & needs, then develop products which take food preparation, cooking & serving to a new level.

Product description

Experience confidence with each cut. The Henckels International CLASSIC 6" Chef's Knife boasts a precision, fine-edge blade that is honed for long-lasting sharpness. Chop potatoes, dice apples, mince shallots and slice salmon effortlessly—this kitchen workhorse is up for almost any task. High-quality German stainless steel strengthens this durable, Spanish-made knife. With a seamless transition from blade to handle, the knife's fully forged construction provides balance as the traditional triple-rivet handle encourages tireless cutting. Henckels International makes essential kitchen tools every home chef needs. From steak knives to spatulas, every product boasts high quality at an exceptional value. Created in 1895 by Zwilling J.A. Henckels, this value-driven brand guarantees the same durability, design and ease of use for which the global company is known. Equip your kitchen with expertise with Henckels International.

Cooks with small hands find this version of the classic French chef's knife fits. The broad blade with its curved cutting edge rocks easily through chopping tasks. Henckels' International Classic is a moderately priced cutlery line made in countries other than the company's home of Germany. The steel is of lesser quality than that used in its premier lines. Also, the handles are narrower and shallower. While this chef's knife is dishwasher-safe, hand washing is recommended. --Fred Brack

• Made in Spain
• Fabricated from high-quality German stainless steel
• Fully forged construction offers durability and a seamless transition from blade to handle
• Professional, satin-finished blade boasts precision cutting and is finely honed for long-lasting sharpness
• Ergonomic, traditional triple-rivet handle gives balance and comfort
• Dishwasher safe

User questions & answers

Question:	when it says 8 inches, is that the length of the blade itself, or is that the blade plus the handle
Answer:	ThIs blade is 6” long. You can also choose 8” or 10” blade lengths. The 16.5” figure is likely the packaging for the 10” blade.
Question:	Is this from their Professional-S series
Answer:	At the handle the blade is 1 and 13/16" high.
Question:	Does this knife have a full tang blade that extends through the handle? Not possible to tell from the pictures. Only visible from top of knife
Answer:	A 5” sheath will not fully cover the blade. Unfortunately, we do not currently make a guard or sheath for this knife.
Question:	What is the handle made of
Answer:	Solingen Germany - But the quality is not what it used to be. They have fractionated their line. The classic blade is thinner than it used to be, less steel same price. The Wusthof knives are also Solingen Steel and they have not compromised on quality - buy that line instead.

• 【German High Carbon Stainless Steel】 The professional utility kitchen knife razor-sharp blade made of premium high carbon German stainless steel X50CrMoV15 at 58 Rockwell Hardness enables it rust, stain and corrosion resistance, quickly re-sharpened, easy to clean and maintain
• 【Full Tang Ergonomic Handle】Full tang construction and protective bolster offering the kitchen knife perfect balance and incredible robustness. Ergonomically designed triple riveted handle provides you a secure comfortable grip
• 【Multi-purpose Chef Knife】The premier chefs knife cooking knife with satisfying heft is ideal for chopping, slicing, dicing and mincing all vegetables, meats, fruit and more for any home or professional kitchen cook
• 【Razor-Sharp Blade Edge】Hand-sharpened 15° pro razor edge per side, mirror polished cutting angle, taper-ground design, and 58+ Rockwell Hardness ensuring the professional chef's knife added stability, long lasting sharpness and effortless precision cutting and chopping
• 【Warranty】1 year warranty against defects or workmanship, and a 30-day 100% money back guarantee. Try it risk free

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the handle made of plastic or some kind of fibler? mostly i am looking for someone to tell me if the handle has a good grip or is it slippery
Answer:	8 inches is the length of just the blade, handle not included in measurement
Question:	does this knife rust? My thought about this price range is the quality of steel. I wonder if I need to oil it to prevent rusting
Answer:	No - The S Series are made in Germany, do not have the rivets in the handle, and cost almost 2x of the Classic Series. As others have pointed out, you still get a great knife for the price. My S knives still need to be honed and sharpened regularly.
Question:	Where was knife made
Answer:	This knife does have a full tang blade that extends through the entire handle. An excellent knife.
Question:	Any idea if this knife can be autoclaved? I don't see an actual material listed for the handle
Answer:	traditional triple-riveted polymer handles

Product features

SKY LIGHT's Mission & Promise

SKY LIGHT's Mission is to bring the art of old-fashioned craftsmanship to your kitchen with advanced modern technology.

Each knife from SKY LIGHT has gone through the extremely strict detection before it comes to your end. No defect is allowed from the very begining process.

Chef Knife, Professional Kitchen Knives 6 inches

• Peak Performance Sharp Edge - 17°angle per side, Hand Polished over 60 days by seasoned craftsman
• Precisely forged by extraordinary quality stainless steel X50CrMoV15 at 58+ Rockwell Hardness
• Nitrogen cooled for enhanced hardness, flexibility and corrosion resistance to assure your best cut
• Ergonomic handle for superior hand control, agility and comfort.

Ergonomic Design

Ergonomic design for perfect balance, maximum comfort and best manipulation. Unique design of protective guard settles down your gingerly fingers. Cut like a lightening spilts the sky. No more Popeye's arm at all.

Premium German HC Stainless Steel

Same high quality German Steel applied by Wusthof & Zwilling Henckels, ensuring an ultra sharp edge with excellent wear and stain resistance. High performance kitchen workhorse with minimal effort, maintenance or clean up required.

Precisely Forging

Over 60 days hand forging by seasoned craftman. Pecisely tempered for added durability and nitrogen cooled for enhanced hardness. Incrediable sharp edge with 15°angle per side for peak performance handling kitchen tasks.

Hand Polished

Hand Polished by seasoned craftsman. From the tinest detail to hundreds of hours of design and testing, each knife is a work of love, dedication and expert craftsmanship.

Product description

Classic Ikon knives feature a distinctive, double bolster design for professional-style heft, exceptional balance and beauty. The handle is made of a highly durable synthetic material – polyoxymethylene (pom) – which has a tighter molecular structure to resist fading and discoloration. The elegant shape of the handle is designed for a comfortable grip. The classic Ikon 6" cook's knife is the work Horse of the kitchen, or the essential kitchen knife. The cooker knife is an indispensable all-purpose kitchen knife that can be used for chopping, mincing, slicing and dicing. Due to the weight and balance of the knife, it is also perfect for heavy duty work such as cutting thicker vegetables and meats.

• Precision-forged from a single Blank of high carbon stainless steel
• Full tang that is triple riveted to the handle for precise control
• Precision edge technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention
• The half bolster allows for the knife to be honed and sharpened the entire length of the blade and the heel bolster provides added balance
• Contoured handle for comfortable fit and a more contemporary appearance

User questions & answers

Question:	How is this at sliding finely chopped leafy greens off the cutting board with the spine? The handle has a hump and raises concerns of a gap. Thanks
Answer:	The Ergonomically Contoured Handle was made of a piece of steel around with high polymer material. It is slip-resistant and well balanced, which offers a great grip.
Question:	Blade width? Not length, don't tell me 8 inches. Width at its widest
Answer:	No worries. It is absolutely stainless
Question:	What is the angle of the knife's edge
Answer:	German steel, made in China. Very well built.
Question:	Is there a difference in the blade with the Ikon vs the classic wusthof
Answer:	Handle is military grade high polymer. Recommend hand washing, but can be put in dishwasher. Autoclaving is probably detrimental to the handle. Why the necessity to autoclave?

Product features

The ergonomically balanced handle fits comfortably in the hand and facilitates effortless cutting.

The slim bolster design allows for light weight feel and for the whole blade to be used and resharpened.

Forged from a single piece of stainless steel. Complete with a double bolster and high quality engraved logo.

The City of Blades

Family owned for seven generations, WÜSTHOF was founded in Solingen Germany over 200 years ago. Long renowned as “The City of Blades,” Solingen has earned the reputation for crafting fine cutlery generation after generation. Located in Western Germany near the banks of the Wupper River, Solingen has been home to master blacksmiths for over 2,000 years. WÜSTHOF continues to call the picturesque city of Solingen its home, and proudly marks each blade as “Made in Solingen.”

CLASSIC IKON COOK'S KNIFE

WÜSTHOF’S CLASSIC IKON knives feature a distinctive, double bolster design for professional-style heft, exceptional balance and beauty. The handle is made of a highly durable synthetic material – Polyoxymethylene (POM) – which has a tighter molecular structure to resist fading and discoloration. The elegant shape of the handle is designed for a comfortable grip.

The CLASSIC IKON Cook’s Knife is the work horse of the kitchen, or the essential kitchen knife. The cook’s knife is an indispensable all-purpose kitchen knife that can be used for chopping, mincing, slicing and dicing. Due to the weight and balance of the knife, it is also perfect for heavy duty work such as cutting thicker vegetables and meats.

• Precision-forged from a single blank of high carbon stainless steel
• Full tang that is triple riveted to the handle for precise control
• Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention.
• Tempered to 58⁰ Rockwell
• The half bolster allows for the knife to be honed and sharpened the entire length of the blade and the heel bolster provides added balance.
• Contoured handle for comfortable fit and a more contemporary appearance.

• Chef's Knife Perfection: A Dalstrong culinary revolution combining outstanding and award-winning craftsmanship, cutting-edge breakthrough technology, awe-inspiring design, and the absolute best materials available. Peak performance never looked so good to you or your wallet.
• Unrivalled Performance: Ruthlessly sharp scalpel like edge is hand finished to a mirror polish at 8-12° per side using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method. Nitrogen cooled for enhanced harness, flexibility and corrosion resistance. Full tang for superb robustness and triple riveted for even more resilience. The Shogun Series X's exquisite hammered tsuchime finish reduces drag and minimizes stuck on food
• Dalstrong Power: This chef knife features an ultra sharp AUS-10V vacuum treated Japanese super steel cutting core at 62+ Rockwell hardness: extraordinary performance and edge retention. 66 layers of premium high-carbon stainless steel layers ensure exceptional strength, durability and stain resistance. Perfectly balanced. Dalstrong's stunning 'tsunami-rose' genuine Damascus layers.
• A Chef's Knife Engineered to Perfection: Ultra-premium G-10 handle is military grade with life-long durability. Hand polished, the ergonomic handle shape is engineered for superior control, agility and comfort while the blade's spine is made smooth for a natural 'pinch grip'. The 55mm blade width allows for improved knuckle clearance.
• Dalstrong Trust: Rocksolid 100% SATISFACTION OR MONEY BACK GUARANTEE, try it risk free. LIFETIME WARRANTY against defect. Renowned Dalstrong customer service. See why chef's around the world trust and love, 'The Dalstrong Difference'. Dalstrong luxury packaging. Now you are slicing with POWER. Dalstrong POWER!

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Maximum Performance. Zero Compromises.

The Art of Steel.

Knives To Build A Career On. A Community Of Chefs To Belong To.

The Dalstrong Difference.

Product description

Renaissance 6-Inch Forged Chef's Knife

• Triple-riveted, ergonomically designed Delrin handle. One-piece precision forged construction. Rounded spine for comfort grip.
• Shortened bolster exposes full blade edge, allowing for easier sharpening
• Full tang runs the entire length of the handle for superior balance
• Hand wash knives for blade edge and surface care
• High-carbon, stain-resistant German cutlery steel resists rust, corrosion, and discoloration

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the blade's thickness in millimeters
Answer:	No issues because your never holding the spine perfectly level against the board. In fact the spine actually angles downward as it reaches the tip which when inverted will allow more of the spine to lay flat against the board.
Question:	Finish quality? I've read on-line that these aren't quite as finished overall as the more expensive German brands, specifically the spine is sharp
Answer:	I am not sure if you are seeking thickness or height. Measured by micrometer, my blade thickness (as close to bolster without measuring the flair easing into the bolster as possible) is .101" (2.56mm), and at the width at the center of the blade is .079" (2mm). Blade length to the point of the bolster stated above is ~7.75", and the maximum height (from the cutting edge of blade to top, flat of the blade) is 1.775" (45.1mm) near the handle, and at the center of the blade the height is 1.7" (43.2mm). I am very happy with this knife, and I hope these measurements help you!
Question:	Are these actually made in Germany? Does it say on the package? I've heard they are made in Asia somewhere
Answer:	Ha. I don't have a compass nor protractor, but I estimate the angle, based on a scientific background, to be less than 20 (?) . . .it is gently curved and the knife continues to give me more joy in the kitchen since gifting it to myself at the holidays, than any other in my well stocked knife drawer . . .You will not be sorry if you buy this knife.
Question:	Difference between renaissance and the genesis.. which one is better
Answer:	As said in the previous answers, the steel is going to be the same. The differences are in the bolster and the handle. In the classic, the bolster goes along the full width of the blade, whereas the Ikon has a partial bolster that is about the same width as the handle. The handle on the two are slightly different materials, but the big difference is in the shape. The Ikon is more rounded, and the Classic is more rectangular, but still with rounded edges. It would probably be best to go into a physical store in order to hold both and see which fits better for your hand. As far as I know neither of these differences makes a huge difference, just a matter of preference. The full bolster on the Classic makes it harder for some people to sharpen, but others have no problem.

Product features

Precision forged German steel

High carbon, no-stain German cutlery steel resists rust, corrosion, and discoloration. One-piece precision forged construction and a rounded spine gives every Renaissance knife superior strength and durability. Taper-ground edge allows for added stability, easy honing, long lasting sharpness, and increased efficiency when cutting and chopping.

Ergonomic Delrin handles

Triple-riveted ergonomic Delrin handle provides superior comfort. Delrin will not break down from exposure to kitchen oils and is able to withstand hot and cold temperatures. A shorter bolster exposes the full edge of the blade, making it easier to sharpen. The bolster strengthens the knife, adds durability, and provides excellent balance when cutting food.

NSF certified

NSF is a global provider of public health and safety-based risk management solutions. It's a highly respected independent organization that has rigorously tested and certified that Mercer Genesis knives have met their standard for safety, quality, and performance.

*NSF Certification C0391463-1, 2019

Care and handling of Renaissance cutlery

The performance of a knife can be diminished if not cared for properly.

Cutlery should never be washed in a dishwasher because intense heat and harsh detergents may cause the handle to deteriorate. Carefully wash by hand with soap and warm water, rinse and dry with a soft towel. Do not soak or submerge in water for long periods of time or use chlorine bleach because it can pit and discolor the blade. Avoid soaking in aluminum or stainless steel sinks because these metals may cause pitting on the blade.

Store in a cutlery block or sheath to preserve the cutting edges and prevent injuries.

Mercer Culinary – The Workhorse of the Kitchen

Over 30 years ago the founders of Mercer Culinary recognized the need for high-quality, value-driven cutlery for both professionals & food enthusiasts. They developed knife brands that were accessible to everyone including trained chefs, industry professionals, culinary students & home cooks.

In the years since then the company has grown to be a global source for precision culinary tools & accessories encompassing six product categories; cutlery, kitchen tools, sharpening, plating, storage & apparel.

With quality, performance, value, & service continuing to be the foundation of Mercer Culinary, the second generation, family run business, embraces tradition, but continues to look forward to meeting the changing needs of professional chefs & food enthusiasts. The company’s approach is all about collaborating with master chefs & industry pacesetter to understand their challenges & needs, then develop products which take food preparation, cooking & serving to a new level