{"product_id":"elite-chefs-8-inch-hand-hammered-forged-professional-chef-knife","title":"Elite Chefs™ 8-Inch Hand-Hammered Forged Professional Chef Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe one knife you'll reach for first — forged, full-tang, and hand-hammered.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Elite Chefs™ 8-Inch Hand-Hammered Forged Professional Chef Knife is our signature workhorse: a 5Cr15MoV high-carbon stainless blade with a dimpled hammered finish, a full tang running the length of an ergonomic Pakkawood handle, and the balance to make long prep sessions feel effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlicing brisket, breaking down chicken, dicing onions, mincing herbs, portioning fish — this is the knife that stays on your board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/4355\/2664\/files\/elite-chefs-8-inch-hammered-chef-knife-walnut-board-herbs.png?v=1790640073\" alt=\"Elite Chefs 8-inch hand-hammered chef knife with a dark Pakkawood handle resting on a walnut cutting board beside fresh basil, peppercorns, sea salt and garlic\" width=\"1672\" height=\"941\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes it the signature knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe versatile 8-inch blade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEight inches is the size most professional kitchens default to. Long enough to ride through a cabbage or a brisket in one pass, short enough to stay nimble for detail work. One knife covers almost everything you prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eForged 5Cr15MoV high-carbon stainless steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from 5Cr15MoV — a high-carbon stainless steel chosen for a working balance of edge retention, toughness against chipping, and resistance to rust and staining. Heat-treated to \u003cstrong\u003e56–58 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e: hard enough to hold a keen edge, forgiving enough to re-sharpen at home without special equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe hand-hammered finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook closely and you'll see what makes this knife different. Each dimple in the hammered surface breaks the contact between the blade and what you're cutting, so potato, apple and courgette slices fall away instead of clinging to the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's functional. It's also the reason this is a knife you'll leave out on the block rather than hide in a drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/4355\/2664\/files\/elite-chefs-hammered-chef-knife-blade-close-up.png?v=1790640073\" alt=\"Close-up of the hand-hammered dimpled blade and polished bolster on the Elite Chefs 8-inch chef knife\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA thin, tapered cutting edge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is ground thin behind the edge — 3 mm at the spine, tapering to a fine cutting bevel — so it parts food rather than wedging through it. Paper-thin tomato rounds, clean cuts through raw fish, tidy dice on an onion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eErgonomic Pakkawood handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour knife is only as good as the control you have over it. The contoured Pakkawood handle — a wood-and-resin composite — gives you a secure grip when your hands are wet, and stands up to kitchen moisture far better than untreated wood. A polished bolster adds a comfortable pinch-grip landing and keeps the weight sitting where your hand is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/4355\/2664\/files\/elite-chefs-chef-knife-bolster-and-handle-detail.png?v=1790640073\" alt=\"Detail view of the polished bolster and contoured Pakkawood handle on the Elite Chefs 8-inch hammered chef knife, resting on a walnut board\" width=\"1254\" height=\"1254\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull-tang construction, 251 g of balance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel runs the full length of the handle and is pinned in place — no glued-in blade to work loose. At 251 g the knife has enough heft to do the work for you on a downward cut, without the wrist fatigue of a heavier European blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for the food you actually cook\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥩 Meat \u0026amp; poultry\u003c\/strong\u003e — slice, portion, trim and break down everyday cuts.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🥕 Vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e — chop, dice, slice and mince with controlled, confident movements.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🐟 Fish\u003c\/strong\u003e — clean, precise cuts when portioning fillets.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Herbs \u0026amp; aromatics\u003c\/strong\u003e — mince garlic, shallots, parsley and basil without bruising them.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🍽️ Everyday meals\u003c\/strong\u003e — from a fast weeknight dinner to a full weekend cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/4355\/2664\/files\/elite-chefs-chef-knife-slicing-tomatoes.png?v=1790640073\" alt=\"Chef slicing ripe tomatoes into thin, even rounds on a wooden board using the Elite Chefs 8-inch hammered chef knife\" width=\"1254\" height=\"1254\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elite Chefs™\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chef's knife (gyuto profile)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged 5Cr15MoV high-carbon stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 56–58 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-hammered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 cm \/ 8 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade thickness (spine):\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ergonomic Pakkawood, 14 cm long, 2.2 cm thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 cm \/ 13.4 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 251 g \/ 8.9 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash and dry immediately after use — not dishwasher safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/4355\/2664\/files\/chef_3.jpg?v=1787489255\" alt=\"Specification table for the Elite Chefs chef's knife: 5CR15MOV material, 20 cm blade length, 4.5 cm blade width, 0.3 cm blade thickness, 14 cm handle length, 2.2 cm handle thickness, 251 g net weight, 34 cm total length\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is 8 inches the size most chefs choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the balance point. A 6-inch blade runs out of length on a large cabbage or a roast; a 10-inch blade is unwieldy for fine work and intimidating on a small board. Eight inches handles both ends of the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the hammered finish actually do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dimples reduce the surface area touching the food as you cut, which helps starchy and wet ingredients release from the blade instead of sticking to it. It also gives the knife its handcrafted look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Pakkawood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePakkawood is a wood-and-resin composite. It keeps the grain and warmth of real wood but resists moisture, staining and swelling far better than untreated hardwood — which is why it's a standard choice for kitchen knife handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for a professional kitchen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Forged construction, a full tang, a thin cutting edge and an ergonomic handle make it at home on a line as well as on a home worktop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I look after it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash with mild soap and dry immediately. Don't leave it soaking, and don't put it in the dishwasher — detergent and heat will dull the edge and damage the handle. Hone it regularly and sharpen it when honing stops bringing the edge back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I cut through bone with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a chef's knife, not a cleaver. Avoid bone, frozen food and anything hard enough to chip the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it come with a guarantee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Elite Chefs™ knife is covered by our 30-day return policy. If it arrives damaged or isn't right for you, contact us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@elitechefs.store\"\u003esupport@elitechefs.store\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour kitchen starts with the right knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can own ten kitchen knives. Or you can own the one you reach for first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForged for the way you cook. Elite Chefs™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elite Chefs™","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49731458007192,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/4355\/2664\/files\/elite-chefs-8-inch-chef-knife-white-background_25f9dc05-f264-422a-9551-ef9c35de5306.png?v=1790640100","url":"https:\/\/elitechefs.store\/products\/elite-chefs-8-inch-hand-hammered-forged-professional-chef-knife","provider":"Elite Chef","version":"1.0","type":"link"}