{"product_id":"8-5-steel-chef-knife-red-wood-buffalo-horn","title":"8.5\" Steel Chef Knife - Red Wood \u0026 Buffalo Horn Handle Edition","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHICKS\u0026amp;WOOD 8.5\" Steel Chef Knife - Red Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Handle Edition\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your everyday food preparation with the HICKS\u0026amp;WOOD 8.5\" 10Cr15CoMoV Steel Chef Knife. Combining a distinctive Japanese-inspired blade profile with a refined Red Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn handle, this versatile chef knife is designed to deliver excellent cutting performance, control, and durability across a wide range of kitchen tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts distinctive blade finish gives the knife a striking character that complements the natural Red Wood \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-layer composite steel blade construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-performance 10Cr15CoMoV steel core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60±2 HRC blade hardness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.4 mm blade thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharp cutting edge for precise everyday preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic handle design for comfort and control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent edge retention and corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive Japanese-inspired blade profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile chef knife for everyday kitchen preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.5 cm \/ 8.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-Layer 10Cr15CoMoV Composite Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60±2 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese-Inspired Chef Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday meal preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlicing and chopping vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDicing and mincing ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparing and portioning meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChopping herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral-purpose kitchen preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooking enthusiasts and culinary professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousewarming, wedding, birthday, and Christmas gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision. 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