Hand Forged Knife Made in NZ - Red 200mm

Beautifully handcrafted in New Zealand, by Black Bear Knives. Starting from a billet of steel, ground and profiled by hand and heat-treated in house. Around 20-30 hours are spent by the maker on each knife, every detail refined to produce a truly one-of-a-kind piece, to last a lifetime of use.

An excellent general purpose chef's knife, typically used for slicing vegetables, meat etc, fine dicing and carving.

Perfect as a gift for someone or why not treat yourself, you deserve it!

Specifications: 

Knife Type: Chefs Utility Knife

Steel Type: 80CRV2, high chromium and vanadium tool steel

Blade Hardness: HRC 60

Blade Type: Full flat grind w/t micro bevel

Blade Length: 200mm (8")

Blade Height: 32mm (1.25")

Blade Thickness: 4.76mm (0.1875")

Handle Material: Black G10 Laminate w/t Red G10 Liner

Handle Length: 100mm (4.0")

Use and Care:

- Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break.

- Hand wash with warm water and towel dry.

- Occasionally wipe down with a dab of food-safe mineral oil or olive oil. Wipe off excess.

- Use sharpening steel to hone the edge after heavy use. If the blade is dulled, use a water or oil stone to restore the edge. The cutting edge is 30 degrees. You can also send it back to the maker for proper sharpening at no expense.

- Do not use a dishwasher to clean your knife.