The R H Forschner by Victorinox Chef's Knife features an 10-inch blade that is 2.25-inches wide at the handle. High carbon, stainless steel blade is hand finished at Victorinox in Switzerland by skilled craftsmen. A special tempering process is used to produce an edge that can be resharpened over and over again, so the knife can keep its original sharpness throughout the entire life of the blade. Victorinox handles are ergonomically designed to minimize wrist tension. They provide a natural fit. A good heft and comfortable, positive grip are indications of a well-made knife. A sure-grip handle with a finger guard is valuable feature since the handle inevitably gets greasy, wet, or both. Although cutlery steel is naturally sanitary, materials and construction details of the handle minimize crevices what would offer hospitality to bacteria.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Great Knife!:
I was a little hesitant about buying a knife this expensive. After all, I'm a new cook. I try to research my purchases beforehand so I don't buy the wrong products and this knife is really good. After researching, Victorinox seems to be one of the best brands out there and it definitely is the best value for your money. It's unfortunate that the knife doesn't have a sleeve. Otherwise, it would have gotten a five star. Then again, it's probably because most of the professional cooks already have a... more info
So pleased!:
I am so pleased with this purchase! It is the best knife I have ever had and at my age that if a lot of knifes! I don't know how long it will last but for know it was an excellent purchase!
Awesome knives:
We had a whole set of these knives at home already. I bought 2 more for some cooking workshops that I host (after totally wasting my money on cheaper ones that wouldn't cut worth a darn). The knives work fabulously, especially for being relatively inexpensive.
Awesome knife:
Cooks Illustrated rated this knife the best in their comparison of chef's knives. I bought one for myself a year ago and liked it so much I got one for a friend last Christmas. Victorinox seems to have won all their tests. I would really like a Robert Kramer Damascus steel knife for the sheer beauty of the workmanship but at $100 an inch, it's too steep for my blood. I took myself off his 3 year waiting list. Darn it!
