{"product_id":"fireforgeknives-210mm-chef-knife-14c28n-foundation","title":"Chef's Knife — Sandvik Monocrystalline Stainless Steel | Stable Grit for Everyday Use","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"264\"\u003eConfigured as a reliable daily-use platform, prioritising corrosion resistance, ease of maintenance and consistent cutting behaviour over extended edge retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eIn regular kitchen use, the knife delivers a stable and predictable response without requiring constant adjustment. It moves cleanly through vegetables and proteins with controlled feedback, making it suitable for continuous, low-interruption preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1a9y8wg\" data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eFunctional Behaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eThe cutting feel is balanced and forgiving. The edge engages cleanly without being overly aggressive, allowing controlled slicing and chopping with minimal risk of deviation or instability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"938\"\u003eThis behaviour is driven by the steel’s moderate hardness and fine grain structure, which support consistent edge formation and reduce sensitivity to user technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003eTrade-off: edge retention is lower than higher-hardness or powder metallurgy steels, requiring more frequent maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eOver time, the edge gradually loses sharpness through mild rolling. Light honing restores alignment effectively, and sharpening is straightforward and repeatable without specialised equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1i9rskd\" data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eBlade Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003eThe 2.2 mm spine provides sufficient rigidity for stable board contact while maintaining manageable cutting resistance. The symmetrical grind and 15° per side edge create a neutral profile suited to general-purpose use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eThe monosteel construction ensures uniform behaviour across the blade, with no variation between layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1b1m7ik\" data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eEngineering and Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eThe blade is produced from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSandvik 14C28N steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, hardened to 60–61 HRC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eThis results in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dymcnn\" data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eHigh corrosion resistance in daily kitchen environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y5ltmr\" data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eStable and predictable edge behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xkfrgs\" data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eLow risk of chipping under normal use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003eThe addition of nitrogen refines the steel structure, improving hardness potential while maintaining toughness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003eCompared to basic stainless steels, it offers cleaner sharpening and improved consistency. Compared to higher-performance steels, it sacrifices edge retention in favour of ease of maintenance and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"h9t8r9\" data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003eHandle Engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003eThe olive wood handle provides a natural grip with moderate density and comfortable tactile response. Its neutral balance supports controlled handling without excess fatigue during extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1t970nh\" data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003eManufacturing Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003eControlled heat treatment ensures uniform hardness and structural stability. Precision grinding establishes consistent geometry, while surface refinement reduces friction and supports smooth cutting contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bbj3vu\" data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003eFunctional Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2859\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10up4dt\" data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2765\"\u003eVegetables and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dod89i\" data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2793\"\u003eBoneless meats and fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zr4ja0\" data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2829\"\u003eSlicing and controlled chopping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qlqify\" data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2859\"\u003eDaily kitchen preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2884\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2882\"\u003eNot designed for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"2942\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s8qp3i\" data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"2901\"\u003eBone contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"axa54w\" data-start=\"2902\" data-end=\"2917\"\u003eFrozen food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8e1mgv\" data-start=\"2918\" data-end=\"2942\"\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\u003e53.5 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\u003eSandvik 14C28N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–61 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\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth polish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOlive wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~200 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturing Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePRC (FireForge specification)\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\u003eConforms to EU safety requirements\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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSGS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial compliance verified\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":52946298372425,"sku":"14:29#with wooden sheath;200007763:201336100","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife + Acacia Wood Box","offer_id":53129819849033,"sku":null,"price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2980\/0777\/files\/Max_1200_X_1200_56.jpg?v=1762218714","url":"https:\/\/fireforgeknives.com\/products\/fireforgeknives-210mm-chef-knife-14c28n-foundation","provider":"FireForge Knives ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}