R H. Forschner by Victorinox 7-Inch Granton Edge Santoku Knife, Black Fibrox Handle | 
| Brand: R.H. Forschner by Victorinox
List Price: $41.00
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Rating:  40 reviews
Sales Rank: 161
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 15 x 3.8 x 1
Warranty: Full US Warranty by Victorinox
MPN: 47529
Model: 47529
UPC: 046928475292
EAN: 0046928475292
ASIN: B000QCPNWM
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | High carbon stainless steel blade can be resharpened over and over | | • | Ergonomically designed handle | | • | Will stand up to years of daily use without undue deterioration or wear | | • | Fibrox Handle is dishwasher safe and slip resistant | | • | NSF Approved |
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Product Description
Victorinox Cutlery comes from the makers of the Original Swiss Army Knife, who have been crafting fine cutlery since the late 1800's. In North America, the Victorinox professional line of stamped cutlery, known as RH Forschner by Victorinox, has become the tool of choice for professionals and has consistently received high accolades in industry product testing. Dominates the professional commercial cutlery world; Swiss manufactured with the same quality standards recognized worldwide by Victorinox multi tools; High Carbon, No Stain Steel with a unique highly polished blade and finish unlike any other in the industry; Conical ground throughout the length of each blade; Reknowned edge and edge retention; Patented Fibrox Handles are slip resistant when wet for maximum safety; All edges are laser tested to ensure optimum cutting power and durability; lightweight, yet balanced for extended use; Fibrox handles are dishwasher safe, though not recommended; lifetime warranty against manufacturer's defects.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 35 more reviews...
 Chef's best friend November 25, 2007
James Dillan "3 star chef"
72 out of 72 found this review helpful
Forschner is by far the best knife for the money. They always arrive razor sharp, and have the ability to hold an edge far longer than much more expensive knives. I purchased one for all of my line cooks as they are very durable and can be used to perform almost any task in a professional kitchen.
The "sports mom" comment that it "felt cheap" was probably due to its light weight and composite plastic handle. To an untrained eye, it could be confused for a "cheap" knife, but after de-boning a chicken, slicing through a butternut squash, it still glides through tomatoes like butter and can perform the most surgical of cuts. The composite plastic handle has an amazing grip even when your hands are covered in duck fat, it won't slip.
I own knives that can run up into the $1200 range, but still prefer this little powerhouse for everyday use. If you only own one sharp knife in your entire kitchen, this should be the one. I also have the 10 inch forschner chefs knife, but prefer the graton edge on this one, especially while slicing potatoes.
A must have December 22, 2007
B. Inoue (Tacoma, WA United States)
16 out of 16 found this review helpful
The Victorinox Fibrox line of knives are all composed of the same high grade metal and well built handles. Cooks Illustrated did indeed rate these knives. However, this santoku was not one of them I believe. The article I read was of the chef's knife.
I have tried many different santoku knives but this one feels the most at home. For me the handle is a little small but it's light. Deceptively light. You wouldn't believe how easily it can go through anything you put it against.
The Granton edge does indeed help with food coming off of the knife. Unless you are chopping something that REALLY sticks to the knife, like I do many times.
Even though I prefer the chef's knife version of this line, the santoku is probably the best one I've ever used. You won't be sorry that you bought this blade. And if you are... it only cost you around $30. Sure, it's no Ken Onion, but then again, it's not over $180 either. For the price, you just can't beat it.
Great value, with great feel January 29, 2008
Shawn Mccuaig (Arnprior, Ontario Canada)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I bought this knife because I owned an 8 in. Chef's knife by same Company (with same handle). I saw the Chef's knife recommended by America's Test Kitchen, as the fav. and for the price it was a great deal!! I therefore jumped at the chance to purchase the Santoku knife at less than 20 bucks. I was not disappointed, it was comfortable (I have big hands/knuckles)and I felt like I had more control with it. To chop herbs, veggies, etc. it is excellent, but the blade is a little too flexible for harder stuff. That is why if u buy both the Chef's knife and this Santoku knife, u can handle most things with great comfort and ease. And the best part of all is u can buy both without spending $100.
 Inexpensive but a great knife April 7, 2008
JRD (MA USA)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
This is the 3rd R H Forschner knife with Fibrox Handle that I've purchased. The 3 combined cost less than 1 of my big name knifes. I prefer to use these, the plain handles give a good firm grip and the blades remain sharp longer.
Great quality for $$$ December 29, 2007
Bobby R. Pilkinton (Tennessee)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Outstanding quality, excellent value.
This design does in fact help food come off the knife, but not as much as I had hoped. Still, it does a good job and has a good "feel." I enjoy using it.
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