{"product_id":"fireforge-chef-knife-210mm-4116-monosteel","title":"Chef Knife — Monosteel Stainless | Forgiving Everyday Use","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"247\"\u003eDesigned for durability and ease of use, prioritising toughness, corrosion resistance and low-maintenance performance in daily kitchen environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eIn routine kitchen work, the knife delivers a stable and forgiving cutting response. It handles varied ingredients without requiring precise technique, making it suitable for continuous use where consistency and reliability are more important than maximum sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1a9y8wg\" data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eFunctional Behaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eThe cutting feel is controlled and tolerant. The edge engages without aggression, allowing stable slicing and chopping with minimal risk of chipping or instability. It performs reliably across mixed tasks, even under less controlled handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eThis behaviour is driven by the lower hardness range, which allows the edge to absorb stress rather than resist it aggressively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eTrade-off: edge retention is limited compared to higher-hardness steels, requiring more frequent maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eOver time, the edge degrades through gradual rolling. Honing restores alignment effectively, and sharpening is quick and uncomplicated using standard equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1i9rskd\" data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eBlade Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eThe 2.2 mm spine provides sufficient rigidity for stable board contact while maintaining manageable resistance. The symmetrical grind and 15° edge angle create a neutral, general-purpose cutting profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eThe monosteel construction ensures uniform behaviour across the blade, supporting consistent sharpening and long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1b1m7ik\" data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003eEngineering and Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eThe blade is produced from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003e1.4116 steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, hardened to 56–58 HRC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003eThis results in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ac1nb5\" data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eHigh corrosion resistance in humid environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ke6tog\" data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003eStrong toughness and resistance to chipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9q0hyo\" data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003ePredictable and easy sharpening behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003eWear occurs primarily through edge rolling rather than brittle failure, making the knife highly tolerant to varied use conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eCompared to higher-performance steels, it sacrifices edge retention in favour of durability and ease of maintenance. Compared to lower-grade stainless steels, it provides improved consistency and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"h9t8r9\" data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eHandle Engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003eThe ebony wood handle provides a dense, stable grip with low moisture sensitivity. Full tang construction with rivets reinforces structural integrity and supports balanced handling during extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1t970nh\" data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003eManufacturing Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003eThe blade is formed from monosteel and undergoes controlled heat treatment to achieve stable hardness. Precision grinding defines the cutting geometry, while surface finishing improves corrosion resistance and usability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bbj3vu\" data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2745\"\u003eFunctional Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2766\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"2898\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zusr76\" data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"2799\"\u003eVegetables, herbs and fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dod89i\" data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2827\"\u003eBoneless meats and fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"eiyi8h\" data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003eSlicing, chopping and general preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13idsv0\" data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2898\"\u003eEveryday kitchen use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2900\" data-end=\"2923\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2900\" data-end=\"2921\"\u003eNot designed for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2924\" data-end=\"2981\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s8qp3i\" data-start=\"2924\" data-end=\"2940\"\u003eBone contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"axa54w\" data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"2956\"\u003eFrozen food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8e1mgv\" data-start=\"2957\" data-end=\"2981\"\u003eHeavy impact cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChef Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e210 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4116 (X50CrMoV15)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56–58 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonosteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15° per side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEbony wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~242 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrientation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbidextrous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRigid presentation box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance with EU safety standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLFGB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproved for food contact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"FireForge Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife + Gift Box","offer_id":52946297160009,"sku":"14:365458#with Wooden sheath;200007763:201336100","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2980\/0777\/files\/Max_1200_X_1200_62.jpg?v=1762220248","url":"https:\/\/fireforgeknives.com\/products\/fireforge-chef-knife-210mm-4116-monosteel","provider":"FireForge Knives ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}