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ZWILLING
Pro
8-inch, Chef's Knife
164.99
ZWILLING
Pro
8-inch, Chef's Knife
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This 8-inch chef’s knife is a reliable, all-rounder knife, perfect for almost every kitchen task. Chop herbs, dice onions, and mince garlic with this workhorse blade.
ZWILLING Pro boasts a unique curved bolster that acts as an extension of the hand, supporting the professional pinch grip, with thumb and index finger on the blade, for safe cutting and less fatigue. The blade was designed with a broad curve in the front to facilitate the rocking motion of Western cutting, while the straight back is ideal for the chopping motion Japanese knives were designed for. The full length of the blade can be used when cutting and can be sharpened from bolster to tip.
- Curved bolster acts as an extension of the hand, encouraging cutting with improved precision, safety, and comfort
- SIGMAFORGE knife is forged from a single piece of special formula high-carbon stainless steel
- Ice-hardened FRIODUR blade starts sharper, stays sharper longer
- 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 and comfort
- Dishwasher safe, hand wash recommended
- Made in Germany
- Item no. 38401-203
Characteristics
- Country of origin: Germany
- 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 matte
- Substance handle: plastic
Measurements
- Net weight: 0.55 lbs
- Length of product: 12.99 in
- Width of product: 0.79 in
- Height of product: 1.97 in
- Blade length: 7.87 in
- Handle length: 5.12 in
- Handle width: 0.79 in
- Blade width: 0.08 in
- Blade thickness: 0.08 in
ZWILLING Pro
8-inch, Chef's Knife
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USER-FRIENDLY, GERMAN-MADE KNIVES
ZWILLING Pro is our most chef-friendly knife on the market. These versatile knives were designed to support the professional pinch grip for safe and controlled use.
Discover the Pro difference
INNOVATIVE BOLSTER
Unique curved bolster acts as an extension of the hand, encouraging cutting with improved precision, safety, and comfort.
SUPERIOR STEEL
Proudly made in Germany, our specially formulated German stainless steel has been perfected for almost 300 years.
QUALITY PRODUCTION
As the largest manufacturer of knives globally, we own our factories so we can control the quality at every step of production
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Superior Steel
Fully forged from a single piece of special-formula high-carbon stainless steel. -
Razor-Sharp Blade
Precision-honed blade and laser-controlled edge for superior sharpness. -
Innovative Bolster
Curved bolster acts as an extension of the hand, encouraging cutting with improved precision, safety, and comfort. -
Comfortable Handle
Full tang and handle are triple-riveted for superb stability and comfort.
Introducing Our Signature ZWILLING Pro Knife Series
Reviews & Questions
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ZWILLING Pro 20-cm_8.00-inch 8-inch, Chef's Knife no-color is rated
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2661.
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Bill2272 from
Slices like a champ
My first use with this chef's knife left me extremely satisfied with my purchase. The first thing I cut through was just an orange but from the first few millimeters of the skin I was really impressed. Then I cut through a few other meats that I have in the kitchen, and I was also very impressed with that. The blade feels sturdy and rigid and The cutting Edge unlike anything else in the kitchen right now. I honestly can't wait until the next time I get to cut something, because this knife is so much fun to use. It was recommended to me by a chef friend of mine, and I know that his recommendation for a product means a lot in this field.
Date published: 2022-04-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
tacodecado from
Cuts root vegetables like butter!
Now that I am starting to pick up cooking during the quarantine, I bought this for the purpose of cutting meat and vegetables. Tonight I decided to try out this knife on cubing sweet potatoes - with my regular knives that I have at home, my fingers/hands would get fatigued and a little achy after cutting - however, this Zwilling 7” chefs knife cut through the sweet potato like butter! I am in love with this knife. It makes the job so much easier. I am petite and have small hands, at first I thought this knife would be way too big for me. However, the weight of the knife definitely feels good in my hands and helps with cutting. Thanks Zwilling for this great product!
Date published: 2020-12-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Andrei from
Now I know what a real knife is supposed to be
All my life I had been using cheap knives from Oxo and online brands. I sharpened them at home, so they were usually ok.
Then, on a whim, I bought this.
When it arrived, i just couldn’t believe. I knew this knife was gonna be “better” but i just had no idea what the difference was going to be like. This thing cuts through everything like butter. Tomatoes? No problem. Bread? You bet. Raw potato? A-ok. Raw beef? Easy as pie.
This is the “slim” version, but as a 6 foot 2 guy i don’t find this small or flimsy at all. It’s heavier than all the cheap knives, while not being too heavy for either my wife or I to use.
I am addicted. I threw out all my cheap knives and will slowly replace them with this. Zwilling has one a customer for life.
Date published: 2022-03-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Xioning JM from
Super sharp and great for prep work!
I chose this knife as a last minute gift idea for myself and did not do too much research beforehand but it turned out to be a smart choice. It's very different from the Japanese knives I'm used to in that the handle is heavier and the tip is more aggressivley curved. I use it at home as my kitchen workhorse and so far it's been great at cutting veggies, prepping chicken, fine dicing garlic, etc. The knife is also really sharp and so far it's retained it's edge well. I made a sheath out of cardboard and duct tape and keep it in the drawer but I'm saving money to buy a magnetic bar thingie for my wall because I want to display this new beautiful knife.
Date published: 2021-01-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
sdash5 from
Phenomenal Knife!!
This knife is absolutely beautiful! The curvature of the blade is perfect for moving through veggies, fruits and herbs easily and quickly, while also having the integrity to take on big pieces of protein. The weight distribution provides a comfortable grip if you have big or small hands - I’m 5’2, husband is 6’5 and we both love this knife. If you’re looking to add a workhorse, go-to knife to your collection, this is it!!
Date published: 2021-02-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
llee_SF from
My new favorite chef's knife
I wanted a "wide" chef's blade just like what I'd seen on TV cooking shows, and though some confusion between Pro descriptions, I ordered this supposed "wide" blade from a major cooking supply retailer. It is indeed, wider at the bolster with a pronounced curve at cutting edge to its point, than my other 6" chef's knife. The new knife is incredibly sharp, is a heavy, but balanced weight in hand. The wider 6" length is an all-around useful knife to last a lifetime. I'm very pleased with my new knife.
Date published: 2018-02-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JenatYourService from
Amazing Knife!
I do not personally own this knife as yet, but recently had an opportunity to use it for cutting up vegetables and was so intrigued that I had to find this knife for myself. It cut with such unbelievable precision and grace - cannot describe it any other way!
Out of laziness, I tried cutting over a plastic ziplock bag rather than a cutting board and it never cut the plastic like other knives it only cut the vegetable, that was amazing to me. I am left handed and have had problems cutting myself, etc. with knives all my life, but now I found a knife that I can safely use with no worries! I am a fan for life!
Date published: 2017-12-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kebert1958 from
Perfect Size
Love having a seven inch Chef's knife, not many out there but perfect for my small sized hands. Love the curved bolster which makes it really comfortable to hold, and allows me to sharpen the entire blade. The special formula steel that they use holds an incredible edge, and sharpens easily. Love that there is a lifetime warranty, which to me screams great quality. The curved blade really makes the rocking motion much easier to achieve than the traditional straight blade. I truly look forward to working in the kitchen now thanks to this great line of knives.
Date published: 2020-06-03
How much does IT weight
Thank you for your question! The ZWILLING Pro 8-inch Chef’s Knife weighs approximately 0.55 lbs, as noted in the Specifications tab on the product page. This weight offers an ideal balance between control and efficiency, light enough for precise chopping, slicing, and dicing, yet substantial enough to let the blade’s weight assist when working through denser ingredients. Combined with its curved bolster and ergonomic handle, many cooks find the knife comfortable to use for extended periods without fatigue. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact our customer service team at hello@zwillingus.com.
Date published: 2025-10-21
I am from Serbia and I want to buy ZWILLING Pro 6-inch Chef's Knife (38405-163) because I think it's great, but it is not available in stores or online for delivery in my country. How can I get this product?
Thank you for your question. We are sorry we cannot assist you as we do not ship out of the U.S.
Please contact Zwilling Germany Support Team, they may be able to assist you.
Here is the link:
https://www.zwilling.com/de/magazin/support-center.html
Date published: 2025-10-16
Is there any difference in the configurations of the six-inch and seven-inch Pro Chef's knives, other than the extra inch in blade length?
The 7" Slim is slightly smaller the Blade and Handle
Date published: 2024-11-22
Do the handles come in different colors?
Only a few pieces in White, LE BLANC
Date published: 2023-12-08
What degree should this knife be sharpened?
15 to 20 Degrees on each side.
Date published: 2023-11-02
Which blade shape is this more similar to- the 8" Traditional Chef Knife, or the 8" Chef Knife
Hi the slim Blade
Date published: 2024-07-19
Hello, I was wondering if this knife comes in a sheath.
Hi No
Date published: 2022-12-16
What is the blade thickness of this compared to the standard Pro Chef's Knife?
Hi 4mm
Date published: 2022-10-04
