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Zwilling J.A. Henckels ZWILLING Chef's Knife, 8 Inch, Black

Asin: B00004RFKS   |   Model: 31071-203   |   PartNumber: 31071-203   |   Ean: 7661459768502, 0035886079628, 0035886007126, 0658632855958, 4009839007125   |   UPC: 658632855958, 035886079628, 035886007126


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Precision-Honed Blade And Laser-Controlled Edge Ensures Ideal Cutting Angle For Sharpness And Durability.
Dishwasher Safe, Handwash Recommended.
Manufactured In Germany.
57 Rockwell Hardness = Excellent Edge Retention.
Edge Angle 15° Per Side.
Ergonomic Polypropylene Handle Permanently Bonded For Seamless Accuracy And No Gaps.
Sigmaforge Knife Is Forged From A Single Piece Of Solid Steel. Ice-Hardened Friodur Blade Starts Sharper, Stays Sharper Longer, And Has Superior Resilience.

Features

  • Special formula high carbon NO STAIN steel
  • SIGMAFORGE knife is forged from a single piece of solid 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
  • Ergonomic polypropylene handle permanently bonded for seamless accuracy and no gaps
  • 57 Rockwell Hardness = excellent edge retention
  • Edge angle 15 per side
  • Dishwasher safe, handwash recommended
  • Manufactured in Germany
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First Available: 08/01/2019

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Dimensions: 5.50 x 16.80 x 9.80 Inches   |   Weight: 0.54 Pounds

Warranty: Lifetime warranty

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