The finger guard helps to stop your middle finger from slipping onto the heel of the blade. The ergonomic handle gives a secure grip and transitions seamlessly from the bolster, making the knife hygienic as food debris cannot settle at the join. Gives weight & balance Ergonomic synthetic handle for fatigue-free and safe working Sharp, durable and easy to maintain This, along with the bolster and finger guard, helps to give weight and balance to the knife for comfortable, safe use. Made by ZWILLING in Germany High Quality Steel ZWILLING special formula steel is made up of an exact ratio of carbon and chromium which provides the ideal balance of hardness and corrosion resistance for the knife. FRIODUR ice-hardened blade for exceptional durability of the cutting edge and corrosion resistance Bolster shape formed under pressure They are manufactured from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel for strength, and have a symmetrical cutting edge that is sharp, stable and easy to maintain, meaning you can keep your knife as sharp as the day it was made. It also gives extra protection against corrosion & a toughness which increases durability. Ice-hardening also helps to increase the steel's hardness. FRIODUR Ice-Hardened FRIODUR ice-hardening is a tempering process that harmonises the molecular structure of the steel, creating exceptional flexibility, helping to prevent cracking of the blade. This 8-inch chef's knife is perfect for all kitchen tasks. Mince shallots, dice apples, slice pork tenderloin, and chop potatoes confidently and effortlessly A sharp blade is safer than a dull blade as it requires less pressure to cut, meaning you are less likely to slip. This in turn means SIGMAFORGE precision-forging is the first step in the manufacturing process that allows for outstanding hardness, cutting-edge retention and flexibility of fully forged ZWILLING knives. The edge is symmetrical, meaning the knife can be used whether you are left or right handed. Zwilling Knife Zwilling Chefs Knife 16cm Four Star Zwilling Chef Knife Robust, durable and corrosion-resistant, Rockwell Hardness of 57 It is cast around the tang of the knife and joined smoothly to the bolster. Comfortable & easy to grip Back of Blade The back of the blade is polished and is smooth to the touch. HelloFresh meal kit delivery deal with a free $145 Zwilling chef knife Back of blade polished for smoothness Finger guard for safety Zwilling J.A. Henckels Four Star Chef's Knife - 8" – Cutlery and More Excellent stability & easy to maintain ZWILLING FOUR STAR at a Glance The Cutting Edge The cutting edge of the blade is sharp & stable for safe, accurate use. Smooth transition to handle The back of the blade runs seamlessly into the top of the bolster, giving a comfortable grip & preventing calluses forming on the thumb & index finger when using the pinch grip. It will retain its initial sharpness well, and is easy to maintain when the time comes for honing and re-sharpening., Symmetrical cutting edge, Approximately 15° per side Knife forged from an individual blank The Making of a Fully Forged ZWILLING Knife SIGMAFORGE Precision Forged During forging, the steel for all SIGMAFORGE knives is only heated at the bolster.
