Kitchen chef's knife CS Kochsysteme 070489 — chef's knife, professional cutting tool

CS Kochsysteme chef's knife 070489 is a multi-purpose kitchen knife designed for everyday culinary tasks in both home and professional environments. The knife combines a broad, slightly curved blade profile with a balanced handle to facilitate chopping, slicing and dicing of vegetables, meat and herbs. Its general-purpose geometry supports a range of cutting techniques from push cuts and slices to rocking motions on a cutting board.

Advantages

The chef's knife offers a combination of blade versatility and ergonomic handling that reduces user fatigue during extended prep sessions. Its blade shape enables clean, consistent cuts across different food types, while the handle provides grip stability for controlled cutting. The knife is suitable for fast, repetitive work and straightforward maintenance routines common in busy kitchens.

Suitable for

• Preparing vegetables: slicing, dicing and chopping
• Butchery tasks: trimming and portioning raw meat
• Herb and aromatics preparation: fine chopping and mincing
• Everyday home cooking and professional food preparation

Key specifications

• Type: chef's knife (general-purpose kitchen knife)
• Intended use: chopping, slicing, dicing, mincing
• Blade profile: broad, slightly curved for rocking and slicing motions
• Handle: ergonomic design for balanced grip and control
• Suitability: designed for both domestic and commercial kitchen environments

How to use

Place the knife on a stable cutting board and use the broad part of the blade for tasks like crushing garlic or transferring chopped ingredients. For slicing, use smooth forward-and-back motions or a controlled rocking motion with the tip on the board. Grip the handle firmly with your dominant hand and use a pinch grip on the blade near the bolster when increased control is needed. Maintain a consistent cutting angle and work at a steady pace to achieve even pieces.

Usage recommendations

Keep the blade sharp and dry between uses. Wash by hand with mild detergent and dry immediately to prevent staining or corrosion. Store the knife in a block, on a magnetic strip or in a protective sheath to protect the edge and reduce risk of accidental damage. Use a suitable sharpening steel or professional sharpening service to maintain a consistent edge and prolong the knife's service life.