Williams Sonoma Elite Chef Knife

Summary

Designed in-house, our Elite cutlery collection combines professional-grade materials with the high-performance features our customers love most. The sleek, modern knives are crafted for us by world-renowned masters in Solingen, Germany. To ensure superior strength, durability and edge retention, each razor-sharp blade is forged of X50CrMoV stainless steel. This ultra-versatile chef's knife is great for everything from coarse chopping to precise mincing.

• Precision forged from German X50CrMoV stainless steel.
• Blade resists chips, stains and corrosion.
• Demi-bolster promotes ergonomic grip and allows entire blade to be sharpened.
• Full tang is triple riveted to handle for exceptional balance and control.
• Durable POM handle provides secure, comfortable grip – and resists heat and moisture.
  A Williams Sonoma exclusive.

Dimensions & More Info

• 6 1/3" blade, 4 1/3" handle.
• 6.2 oz.
• Made in Germany.

Use & Care

Use

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

Care

• Hand-wash with warm water and mild detergent. Rinse and dry immediately.
• Maintain cutting edge by regularly using honing steel.
• Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing, knife should not need sharpening more than once or twice per year.
• Sharpen knife using whetstone or knife sharpener, or have it sharpened by a professional.
• Store knife in safe place to protect edge and prevent injury.