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ZWILLING
Pro
8-inch, Traditional Chef's Knife
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ZWILLING
Pro
8-inch, Traditional Chef's Knife
$159.99
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Description
ZWILLING Pro is the most user-friendly knife available to market. The unique blade shape and ergonomic bolster are the result of 280 years of experience in knife making, and the rigorous study of how knives are used. A unique curved bolster supports the professional pinch grip, with thumb and index finger on the blade, for safe cutting and less fatigue. The blade was redesigned with a broader curve in the front to facilitate the rocking motion of Western cutting, while the straight back is ideal for the Asian chopping motion. The full length of the blade can be used when cutting and can be sharpened from bolster to tip Designed in Italy by Matteo Thun and made in Germany by ZWILLING J.A. Henckels, the company that sets the standard for exceptional cutlery worldwide. With ZWILLING Pro we introduced an optimized chef's knife blade shape. Through years of experience in professional kitchens, some chefs have grown accustomed to and therefore prefer the traditional blade shape of the chef's knife. To enable these chefs to benefit from the new curved bolster, we have combined the innovative bolster shape with the classic blade shape.
- Curved bolster encourages cutting with improved precision, safety and comfort
- 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
Specifications
- Item no. 38411-203
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: 0.57 lbs
- Length of product: 12.99 in
- Width of product: 0.67 in
- Height of product: 1.97 in
- Blade length: 7.87 in
- Handle length: 4.53 in
- Handle width: 0.67 in
- Blade width: 0.08 in
- Blade thickness: 0.08 in
ZWILLING Pro
8-inch, Traditional Chef's Knife
$159.99
ZWILLING Pro 8-inch Traditional Chef's Knife is rated
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5 by
216.
Rated 5 out of
5
by
WouldDieforClaireSaffitz from
Makes me actually look forward to prep
Two words: CURVED BOLSTER. It's a game changer. I occasionally do around 3 hours of prep work when making kimchi and used to get a huge blister at the base of my index finger because of my pinch grip. This knife however is so comfortable to use. It's hefty enough that I feel like I have control without it feeling heavy at all.
Out of box sharpness is fantastic and passes the printer paper slice test. Easily slices thick root vegetables and is precise enough to make grapefruit suprèmes. Even with the German steel and amazing build quality, would recommend getting a ceramic or steel honing rod with angle guides to use before each use for good knife maintenance.
Date published: 2021-06-30
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Humpback from
Build Quality Issue
I ordered online and received my order quickly but there is a problem. The handle scales are not flush with the tang. You can feel the metal edge of the tang in your palm resulting in uncomfortable handling. The handle and tang should be perfectly flush. Where is the quality control? I am considering returning the item.
Date published: 2017-10-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Alamedagirl from
I am using this knife now replacing my pro chef that has the deeper curve on the blade. My daughter borrowed my usual chef knife so I decided to try this one. I really like how it moves on the cutting board! I have always loved the Zwilling Pro series with the gently curved bolster and the balanced handle but this traditional chef is a nice step up for my cutting skills, its a smoother movement than I was used to but is just as efficient if not more so. Best knives on the planet!
Date published: 2020-03-31
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Griftyr from
Shared knife upgrade for large and small hands
This knife is an upgrade for my wife and myself to both use. I have a few high end japanese knives for myself, but thought it was time to give our old Chinese made western chef knife a much needed retirement. This knife was a welcome upgrade for the shared household chef knife. Super sharp and pristine right out of the box. The blade is perfectly straight. The edge is ground perfectly. The handle fits nicely in both of our hands, even with mine being much larger(I'm 6'5" and she's 5'7"). We couldn't be happier with this chef knife. Even with this being the "traditional" version, this still has more of a curve than most western chef knives. That curve makes rocking even easier for better clearance on taller vegetables.
Date published: 2023-01-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Bradley Baby Mochi from
The Great Wide Blade!
This Pro 6" wide blade function almost like nakiri knife. It has the same feature and purpose except this chef knife is not rectangular shape though slightly narrower blade towards the tip. Both knife has curved bolster encourages cutting with improved precision, safety and comfort. Upon cutting food, blade is useful in scooping from the cutting board. Great for cutting meat, vegetables, fruits and even bread.
This knife is forged from a single piece of Special Formula High-Carbon NO STAIN stainless steel, durable, Ice-hardened FRIODUR blade and resilient.
Date published: 2020-04-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
CookinginCali from
Of all the wide knives, I think 6-inch wide blades make the most sense for me. I am cook and I do like to start everything from scratch. I prefer to break down my meats and poultry, clean my own fish and chop my own vegetables. This wide 6-inch helps with all of these things. It is much more maneuverable than a cleaver and heavier than a nakiri. Two features I really like.
This one is a particularly good one. It is a Pro knife, so it has quality baked - or should I say - forged right in. Brilliant angled bolster for comfort and control.
Date published: 2020-04-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
jbeans77 from
This 6" Chef is an ample sized knife for every day needs in the kitchen. Longer and wider than a prep knife this can still do the small work such as mincing and dicing but can also take on bigger items like acorn squash, leeks and onions.
The Pro knives are made to last a life time, feel great in the hand and the curved bolster makes using a correct pinch grip effortless.
Date published: 2020-04-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
jerodman from
fantastic everyday knife
wasnt sure about the more modern shape of the new pro blade. ive had a 4 star of this type for over 25 years and the blade has a very distinct neat shape, very straight, almost no curves. i found they have a traditional version of the pro, went with that, and absolutely love this knife.
Date published: 2022-01-06
What is the best tool to sharpen the 8 inch zwilling traditional pro knife?
ZWILLING 9" SHARPENING STEEL #32576-230 or Zwilling 4-Stage Pull Through Knife Sharpener #32602-001
Date published: 2023-05-18
what is the difference between this knife and the other 8 inch pro (Item no. 38401-203)?
Hi Zwilling Pro’s D-shaped Blade has a broad curve in the front to facilitate a broader rocking motion. Whereas the Traditional Blade is not D-shaped.
Date published: 2022-09-13
Hello, do you carry a (non-slim) 7" version of this Traditional chef knive ? It seems in France they have: https://www.zwilling.com/fr/zwilling-pro-couteau-de-chef-18-cm-plastique-38405-181-0/38405-181-0.html?cgid=our-brands_zwilling_cutlery_pro#start=1
Thank you for contacting ZWILLING!
We are sorry no we do not have this series in the U.S.
Regards,
Zwilling
Date published: 2021-10-28
Hi. Can I request this model to Netherlands? Because a can not find it in catalog when I search in Netherlands
Thank you for contacting ZWILLING!
We are sorry: we do nit ship out of the U.S.A
Please check out Zwilling:
https://www.zwilling.com/nl/zwilling/messen-scharen/
We hope this helps!
Regards
Zwilling
Date published: 2021-10-13
What is the thickness of the spine and the width of the blade?
The blade is 1.8" wide and 0.16" thick.
Date published: 2020-08-14
zwilling pro 7 chef's knife can it cut chicken into half
Yes, this knife is appropriate for cutting cooked and/or raw chicken.
Date published: 2018-05-29
What is the factory recommended cutting edge angle for this model? I noticed other knives in this series are set at 15 degrees. Would sharpness last longer if set at 20 degrees?
This knife has a blade angle of 15° on each side (for a total blade angle of 30°). The angle doesn't determine how long sharpness will last. You will have to maintain the edge (at 12°-15°) to keep the blade sharp.
Date published: 2018-05-01
I am interested in purchasing this Knife, Is the 8" measuring from tip to end point of cutting edge or to bolster where it join the plastic handle?
The knife is 8" long from bolster to tip.
Date published: 2017-11-30
