HICKS&WOOD 8.5" Steel Chef Knife - Red Wood & Buffalo Horn Handle Edition
Elevate your everyday food preparation with the HICKS&WOOD 8.5" 10Cr15CoMoV Steel Chef Knife. Combining a distinctive Japanese-inspired blade profile with a refined Red Wood & Buffalo Horn handle, this versatile chef knife is designed to deliver excellent cutting performance, control, and durability across a wide range of kitchen tasks.
The blade features a 3-layer composite steel construction with a 10Cr15CoMoV steel core and a hardness of 60±2 HRC, providing an excellent balance of sharpness, edge retention, strength, and corrosion resistance. At 2.4 mm thick, the blade provides a stable cutting feel while remaining precise enough for everyday slicing, chopping, dicing, and preparation.
Its distinctive blade finish gives the knife a striking character that complements the natural Red Wood & Buffalo Horn handle. Designed for a comfortable and secure grip, the handle combines warm natural wood tones with contrasting buffalo horn for an elegant finish.
Whether preparing vegetables, portioning meat, chopping herbs, or tackling everyday meal preparation, this 8.5" chef knife combines versatile performance with a distinctive design suited to both enthusiastic home cooks and professional kitchens.
Features
- 3-layer composite steel blade construction
- High-performance 10Cr15CoMoV steel core
- 60±2 HRC blade hardness
- 2.4 mm blade thickness
- Sharp cutting edge for precise everyday preparation
- Red Wood & Buffalo Horn handle
- Ergonomic handle design for comfort and control
- Excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance
- Distinctive Japanese-inspired blade profile
- Versatile chef knife for everyday kitchen preparation
Specifications
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Blade Length: 21.5 cm / 8.5"
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Blade Material: 3-Layer 10Cr15CoMoV Composite Steel
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Blade Hardness: 60±2 HRC
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Blade Thickness: 2.4 mm
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Handle Material: Red Wood & Buffalo Horn
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Style: Japanese-Inspired Chef Knife
Perfect For
- Home chefs
- Professional kitchens
- Everyday meal preparation
- Slicing and chopping vegetables
- Dicing and mincing ingredients
- Preparing and portioning meat
- Chopping herbs
- General-purpose kitchen preparation
- Cooking enthusiasts and culinary professionals
- Housewarming, wedding, birthday, and Christmas gifts
Precision. Character. Everyday Performance.
Combining a high-performance 10Cr15CoMoV steel core with a distinctive Red Wood & Buffalo Horn handle, the HICKS&WOOD 8.5" Chef Knife brings together reliable cutting performance and refined natural materials.
Its versatile 8.5" blade makes it an excellent all-purpose kitchen knife, capable of handling everything from everyday chopping and slicing to more precise preparation work with confidence and control.
Care Instructions
- Hand wash only using warm water and mild detergent.
- Dry immediately and thoroughly after cleaning.
- Never place the knife in the dishwasher.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to water or moisture.
- Store safely in a knife block, on a suitable magnetic knife holder, or with a blade guard.
- Avoid cutting on glass, stone, or ceramic surfaces to help preserve the cutting edge.
- Hone as required and sharpen with a suitable whetstone when the blade begins to dull.
- Occasionally apply a suitable food-safe mineral oil to the wooden section of the handle to help maintain its finish.
Care Tip: Red Wood and Buffalo Horn are natural materials and should not be left submerged in water. Keeping the handle clean and dry will help preserve its appearance and condition over time.
Crafted for Every Kitchen. Designed to Perform.
Pair your HICKS&WOOD 8.5" 10Cr15CoMoV Steel Chef Knife with our Premium 1000/6000 Grit Whetstone Knife Sharpener, Adjustable Whetstone Holder, and Acacia Wood Magnetic Knife Holder to help maintain its cutting edge and store it safely between uses.
