ZWILLING
Pro
5.5-inch, Chef's knife compact
The Compact chef’s knife from the ZWILLING® Pro series is a practical all-rounder to meet the highest of demands. The knife is part of a series that combines innovative technology and a traditional look. The renowned Milan designer Matteo Thun was appointed once again to package the knife’s high level of quality in an appealing design. The result: true classics in a timeless three-rivet design with a continuous tang which can meet all professional cooking demands. The Compact chef's knife fills a gap between the large and small cutting tools and is therefore the a multi-talent for a wide range of kitchen tasks. Measuring 14 cm in length, the chef's knife is long enough that it can be used like a traditional chef's knife to prepare herbs. At the same time, it’s so short and light that you can easily clean and chop vegetables with it. The compact newcomer has all the qualities you expect from ZWILLING. Made of steel and precision-forged from one piece, the Compact chef's knife has a precise edge and the best cutting properties. You can even cut the finest slices of onion safely and accurately as well as chop herbs quickly and easily. The bolster leading from the handle to the blade doesn’t get in the way so you can easily and effortlessly work longer. The Compact chef's knife is bound to make its mark as the new favourite in your kitchen.
- FRIODUR® ice-hardened blade for exceptional durability of the cutting edge and corrosion resistance.
- POM handle is durable and resiliant
- SIGMAFORGE knife is forged from a single piece of Special Formula High-Carbon NO STAIN stainless 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
- Full tang and handle are triple-riveted for superb stability
- Dishwasher safe, had wash recommended
- Manufactured in Germany
- Item no. 38400-143
- Color: no-color
- Substance: special formula steel
- Type of handle: exposed tang
- Type of edge: fine edge
- Edge finishing: V-edge
- Manufacturing method: forged
- Blade hardness (HRC): 55-58 HRC
- Colour handle: black
- Substance handle: plastic
- Net weight: 0.09 kg / 0.20 lbs
- Length of product: 26 cm / 10.24 in
- Width of product: 1.3 cm / 0.51 in
- Height of product: 3.4 cm / 1.34 in
- Blade length: 14 cm / 5.51 in
- Handle length: 11.6 cm / 4.57 in
- Handle width: 1.3 cm / 0.51 in
- Blade width: 0.1 cm / 0.04 in
- Blade thickness: 0.1 cm / 0.04 in
ZWILLING PRO
Knife perfect in form and function. The Pro knife series gives every cook the right cutting tool for passionate cooking. From paring knives to cooking knives to garnishing knives, the series offers a large selection in a classic, timeless design and guarantees excellent quality for the highest demands. The FRIODUR ice-hardened blades make the knives particularly durable and corrosion-resistant. The SIGMAFORGE knives, forged from one piece, are precision forged, so that an ideal edge retention as well as hardness and flexibility are given.
V-EDGE TRIGGER FOR LONG-TERM SHARPNESS
The V-Edge trigger takes place in three steps and on both sides of the blade - for sharpness and precision.
FORGED FROM ONE PIECE
As a SIGMAFORGE knife, the chef's knife is precision-forged from one piece.
FRIODUR ICE-HARDENED BLADE
The ice hardening process ensures good flexibility and corrosion resistance.
BASICS AND TECHNICALS
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