{"id":12257,"date":"2022-03-25T09:00:28","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T13:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/?p=12257"},"modified":"2022-04-12T08:00:44","modified_gmt":"2022-04-12T12:00:44","slug":"4-professional-chefs-knives-compared","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/2022\/03\/25\/4-professional-chefs-knives-compared\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Professional Chef&#8217;s Knives Compared"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Every appliance and utensil in a professional kitchen are valuable members of the team, each with their own function and responsibility. A high-quality, sharp chef\u2019s knife, however, may be <strong>the single most important tool found in any commercial kitchen<\/strong>. For our knife review, we will talk about the ins and outs of <strong>four popular eight-inch chef\u2019s knives.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mercer Culinary Millennia 8&#8243; Chef&#8217;s Knife<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mercer Culinary\u2019s Millennia knives are an innovative line featuring high-performance tools that meet the demand of the modern chef. The key feature of this knife that culinary artists flock to is the <strong>high-carbon Japanese steel blade, known for its durability and strength.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/mercer-cutlery-m22608-millennia%C2%99-8-chefs-knife-500263\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/500263.jpg\" alt=\"Mercer Culinary 8&quot; Millennia Chef's Knife\" class=\"wp-image-12270\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" title=\"Mercer Culinary 8&quot; Millennia Chef's Knife\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/500263.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/500263-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/500263-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/500263-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/mercer-cutlery-m22608-millennia%C2%99-8-chefs-knife-500263\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mercer Culinary 8&#8243; Millennia Chef&#8217;s Knife<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thermofisher.com\/blog\/metals\/how-carbon-affects-the-quality-of-steel-weldability-and-hardness\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">constructed with high amounts of carbon<\/a>, it is easier to temper and harden blades during production. Thus, due to this blade\u2019s high-carbon content, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/mercer-cutlery-m22608-millennia%C2%99-8-chefs-knife-500263\" target=\"_blank\">the Millennia Chef\u2019s Knife<\/a> is very strong, razor-sharp, and even easy to re-sharpen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mercer chose <strong>raised Santoprene<\/strong>, a high-performance thermoplastic elastomer, for their textured handle because of its ability to improve both grip and comfort. To offset the amount of potential kitchen accidents, additional <strong>textured finger points<\/strong> provide slip resistance and increased safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When working with carbon-steel blades, please remember that they are prone to rust if not properly cared for. Therefore, <strong>keep your knife dry and out of the dishwasher<\/strong>. Last but not least, the Millennia knife is NSF certified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dexter Russell SofGrip 8&#8243; Chef&#8217;s Knife<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All professional chef\u2019s knives slice, chop, and dice with artful precision. However, to avoid stress to the hand and <strong>prevent injury like carpel tunnel syndrome<\/strong>, we recommend the Dexter Russell SofGrip Chef\u2019s Knife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/pro-chefs-knives-dexter-sofgrip.jpg\" alt=\"Dexter SofGrip Chef's Knife. \" class=\"wp-image-12312\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" title=\"Dexter Russell's SofGrip Chef's Knife\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/pro-chefs-knives-dexter-sofgrip.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/pro-chefs-knives-dexter-sofgrip-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/pro-chefs-knives-dexter-sofgrip-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/pro-chefs-knives-dexter-sofgrip-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/dexter-russell-sg145-8b-pcp-sofgrip-black-handle-8-cooks-knife-138189\" target=\"_blank\">Dexter Russell\u2019s SofGrip Chef\u2019s Knife<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/dexter-russell-sg145-8b-pcp-sofgrip-black-handle-8-cooks-knife-138189\" target=\"_blank\">Dexter Russell\u2019s SofGrip Chef\u2019s Knife<\/a> is a leader in non-slip handles. You not only reduce the chance of future injury, but it makes it much easier for chefs with cranky hands to get their work done efficiently and with precision. For cooks suffering from arthritis or carpel tunnel syndrome, the <strong>soft, textured handle<\/strong> allows for a tighter grip which prevents accidents and increases control of the high-carbon steel blade.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The seal between the blade and handle <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/2022\/01\/05\/antimicrobial-products-how-important-are-they-for-foodservice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eliminates any chance of water or bacteria creeping in<\/a>, making this knife a fantastic choice for <strong>safety and cleanliness<\/strong>. Last but not least, the Dexter Russell SofGrip Chef\u2019s Knife is NSF certified and <strong>made in the USA<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/12\/15-essential-food-safety-items-every-restaurant-needs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15 Essential Food Safety Items \u00bb<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Victorinox Fibrox Pro 8&#8243; Chef&#8217;s Knife<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a highly reputable, professional kitchen knife that is also <strong>dishwasher friendly<\/strong>, then we present the Fibrox Pro Chef\u2019s Knife by Victorinox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/victorinox-40520-8-blade-chefs-knife-with-wide-fibrox-handle-219803\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/219803.jpg\" alt=\"Victorinox Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife. \" class=\"wp-image-12272\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" title=\"Victorinox Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/219803.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/219803-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/219803-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/219803-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/victorinox-40520-8-blade-chefs-knife-with-wide-fibrox-handle-219803\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Victorinox Fibrox Pro 8&#8243; Chef&#8217;s Knife<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/victorinox-40520-8-blade-chefs-knife-with-wide-fibrox-handle-219803\" target=\"_blank\">Fibrox Pro Chef\u2019s Knife<\/a> was designed by industry professionals for industry professionals which resulted in efficiency, quality, and convenience. This Swiss-made chef\u2019s knife is<strong> ideal for carving meat<\/strong> easily, whether it\u2019s a thin slice or a thick cut of grilled meat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from the convenience of being dishwasher friendly, this knife is also a time saver because the <strong>razor-sharp straight edge rarely requires sharpening<\/strong>. Because the ultra-sharp blade on the Fibrox Pro is extra wide, its handle was designed to balance the extra weight. Additionally, the handle is <strong>non-slip and ergonomically designed<\/strong> for comfort and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wusthof Gourmet 8&#8243; Chef&#8217;s Knife<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for a knife to slay all kitchen tasks while offering a lifetime warrantee? Wusthof always delivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/wusthof-trident-4562-7-20-gourmet-series-8-cooks--chefs-knife-240651\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/240651.jpg\" alt=\"Wusthof Gourmet 8&quot; Chef's Knife.\" class=\"wp-image-12274\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" title=\"Wusthof Gourmet 8&quot; Chef's Knife.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/240651.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/240651-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/240651-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/240651-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/wusthof-trident-4562-7-20-gourmet-series-8-cooks--chefs-knife-240651\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wusthof Gourmet 8&#8243; Chef&#8217;s Knife<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking their cue from artisan culture, Wustof\u2019s knives are forged in Solingen, Germany with the greatest care and precision. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/restaurant-supplies-equipment\/wusthof-trident-4562-7-20-gourmet-series-8-cooks--chefs-knife-240651\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gourmet Chef\u2019s Knife<\/a> makes short work of all your kitchen prep whether that\u2019s chopping, slicing, or mincing vegetables, herbs, meat, and fish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a <strong>laser-cut edge and lightweight build<\/strong>, chefs will remain comfortable throughout an entire evening of rapid-fire dinner service. Seeing as how this knife has a <strong>lifetime warrantee<\/strong>, Wustof chose to construct the handle with Polyoxymethylene (POM). Due to its molecular structure, POM is <strong>resistant to fading and discoloration<\/strong>. Your knife will look shiny and new for years to come. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose the Best Chef\u2019s Knife and Get Chopping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A chef\u2019s knife is the ultimate tool in any kitchen. A quality knife is strong, durable, and allows the chef to feel 100% in control of their movement, pressure, and speed as though the knife is an &nbsp;extension of their hand. A sharp knife not only reduces a prep cook\u2019s frustrations, but also prevents slippage that can result in injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope you found the perfect addition to your commercial kitchen with these chef\u2019s knives. When purchasing or replacing knives, which qualities are most important to you: warrantee, materials, ergonomic comfort, blade width, or something else entirely? Let us know in the comment section!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wasserstrom.com\/blog\/2022\/03\/18\/4-commercial-aluminum-non-stick-fry-pans-compared\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Next Up: 4 Commercial Aluminum Fry Pans Compared \u00bb<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every appliance and utensil in a professional kitchen are valuable members of the team, each with their own function and responsibility. A high-quality, sharp chef\u2019s knife, however, may be the single most important tool found in any commercial kitchen. 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