Schmidt Brothers Artisan Series Chef Knife

Summary

Brothers Jordan and Jared Schmidt lend a designer's sensibility to the creation of their cutlery, and in the process have redefined the art of modern knife making. Their Damascus series combines German manufacturing excellence with high-carbon Japanese stainless steel that's skillfully layered, forged and folded for unparalleled performance. Ergonomic handles are expertly carved from coconut with full tangs for optimal balance and smooth contours for a comfortable grip. The chef's knives feature a substantial, angled edge to make easy work of chopping, mincing and slicing.

• Blades are forged from 65 layers of high-carbon VG10 Japanese stainless steel.
• Designed to maintain their razor-sharp edges.
• Resin-infused coconut handle.
• Full tang construction and ergonomic contours promote comfort and balance.
• Made in Germany.

Dimensions & More Info

• 6" Chef's Knife: 6" blade, 4 3/4" handle; 16 oz.
• 8" Chef's Knife: 8" blade, 5 1/4" handle; 16 oz.
• Made in Germany.

Use & Care

Use

• Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.
• It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone or frozen food, as the blade can be easily damaged.

Care

• Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse and dry immediately.
• Use the honing steel only when you feel the knife has lost some of its original sharpness, usually no sooner than six months after its first use.
• Sharpen your knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener, or have it sharpened by a professional.
• Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.