Chef Knife 210mm — Tricolour Multimetal Construction | Retro Architectural Series

Chef Knife 210mm — Tricolour Multimetal Construction | Retro Architectural Series

This 210 mm Chef knife serves as the anchor model of the FireForge Retro Tricolour Series. It represents an architectural interpretation of layered metal construction, combining functional stainless steel performance with visually expressive multimetal lamination.

Developed for controlled daily kitchen preparation, the emphasis lies in material composition and crafted finish rather than high-performance metallurgy.

Engineering and Materials

The cutting core is manufactured from 12Cr18MoV stainless steel, heat-treated to approximately 60 ±2 HRC. This hardness range provides corrosion resistance, structural stability and predictable sharpening behaviour suitable for regular culinary use.

Surrounding the core is a 37-layer tricolour laminated structure composed of brass, purple copper and 316L stainless steel. The outer metals contribute visual contrast and layered architecture while preserving the functional integrity of the stainless core.

Copper and brass elements may develop natural patina over time, reflecting the evolving character of the material.

The edge geometry is ground to approximately 15° per side, supporting controlled slicing and balanced cutting performance.

Manufacturing Process

Multimetal lamination integrates the stainless core with external brass, copper and stainless layers under controlled high-temperature forging.

Hand polishing refines the layered contrast, revealing the tricolour composition without altering structural integrity.

Each blade is individually finished to maintain consistent balance and surface clarity.

Functional Use

Optimised for:

• Vegetables

• Protein slicing

• General kitchen preparation

While fully functional, this model prioritises material expression and architectural composition alongside daily usability.