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The FOUR STAR series by ZWILLING J.A. Henckels is globally renowned as their top-selling knife collection. Crafted by highly skilled artisans, this celebrated line embodies excellence in safety, ergonomics, and comfort. The knives feature a seamless transition from bolster to handle, ensuring extended comfort during prolonged use, while the bolster itself serves as a protective finger guard and provides optimal balance.
These knives are crafted from a proprietary special formula steel honed over 280 years and enhanced through ZWILLING's ice-hardening process known as FRIODUR. This treatment ensures the blades are exceptionally hard, sharp, resistant to staining and chipping, and maintain their edge longer. Each knife is precision-forged from a single piece of steel using ZWILLING's SIGMAFORGE process, resulting in a robust, well-balanced, and flexible blade.
The 6-inch fine-edged blade of the FOUR STAR knife features slight curves on both the back and cutting edge, culminating in a sharp point. This size makes it incredibly versatile, suitable for various kitchen tasks, appealing especially to novice chefs. Part of the Four Star series, these knives are crafted using Henckels' Sintermetal Component Technology (SCT), which seamlessly integrates three grades of steel into a single piece, ensuring durability and high performance.
Established in 1731, J.A. Henckels is one of the world's oldest and most esteemed cutlery manufacturers, renowned for creating knives that are not only best-sellers but also guaranteed to last a lifetime. The Four Star Series, introduced in 1976, stands out as one of their most popular lines, developed in collaboration with professional chefs to deliver exceptional performance.
The construction of Four Star knives is characterized by precision forging from a single piece of exclusive-formula, high-carbon, no-stain steel under the Sigmaforge standard. This method ensures superior quality, lasting sharpness, and impeccable geometry. The knives also undergo Friodur ice hardening for enhanced corrosion resistance and edge retention.
A key feature of the Four Star series is its high impact polypropylene handles, permanently bonded to the blades without gaps. These handles are ergonomic, break-proof, sanitary, and colorfast. The inclusion of a super bolster adds weight, enhances safety, and improves balance during use.
Additional features include: - SIGMAFORGE construction for precise geometry and improved blade stability. - Laser-controlled edge for sharper and longer-lasting cutting performance. - Full rat-tail tang for optimal balance and strength. - High-carbon, no-stain steel for durability and resistance to rust. - Precision honed blades that maintain sharpness longer. - Bonded polypropylene handles for a comfortable, seamless grip. - Dishwasher safe, though hand-washing is recommended. - Full warranty from J.A. Henckels, underscoring their commitment to lasting quality.
In summary, the FOUR STAR series exemplifies German craftsmanship at its finest, delivering knives that combine tradition with innovation to meet the exacting standards of professional chefs and discerning home cooks alike.
product information:
Attribute | Value | ||||
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blade_material | High Carbon Stainless Steel | ||||
brand | ZWILLING | ||||
color | Stainless Steel | ||||
handle_material | Polypropylene Handle,Steel | ||||
blade_edge | Plain | ||||
blade_length | 6 Inches | ||||
construction_type | Forged | ||||
item_weight | 4.8 ounces | ||||
blade_color | Silver | ||||
is_dishwasher_safe | No | ||||
item_length | 11.34 Inches | ||||
manufacturer | ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS | ||||
upc | 035886007331 035886079567 035886006945 | ||||
global_trade_identification_number | 00035886079567 | ||||
department | Cookware | ||||
item_model_number | 31070-163 | ||||
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best_sellers_rank | #145,703 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #115 in Kitchen Utility Knives | ||||
is_discontinued_by_manufacturer | No | ||||
date_first_available | May 5, 2003 |
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