Samura PRO-S Grand Chef's knife 240mm AUS 8 Japanese steel 58 HRC

The Samura PRO-S Grand Chef's knife 240mm AUS 8 Japanese steel 58 HRC is designed for professional and home culinary tasks, combining Japanese quality with a European riveted handle. Manufactured using single-layer AUS 8 Japanese steel and modern technology, this chef knife ensures exceptional cutting precision, durability, and balance for daily food preparation.

Advantages

This chef knife offers high durability and long-lasting edge retention due to the quality AUS 8 Japanese steel hardened to 58 HRC. The single-layer blade construction provides smooth cutting performance, while the ergonomic G-10 handle ensures a secure and comfortable grip during extended use. The balanced weight distribution allows for efficient slicing, dicing, and chopping without excessive hand fatigue.

Suitable for

• Slicing vegetables, fruits, and herbs
• Dicing meat and poultry
• Chopping large ingredients
• Professional and home culinary tasks

When it may not be suitable

This knife is not designed for cutting through frozen foods, extremely hard bones, or pits, as this may damage the blade edge. It is also a large 240mm chef knife, which may feel too heavy or oversized for users who prefer compact utility or paring knives for delicate small-scale tasks.

Key specifications

• European Chef's Knife type
• Pro-S series
• AUS-8 blade steel
• 1 layer of steel
• 58 HRC blade hardness
• 240 mm blade length
• G-10 handle material
• 380 mm total length
• 50 mm total height
• 17 mm total width
• 236 g net weight

How to use

Hold the handle firmly with a comfortable grip, placing your index finger and thumb on the sides of the blade near the bolster for optimal control. Use a rocking motion or a smooth sliding cut against a wooden or plastic cutting board. Ensure stable placement of ingredients before cutting to maintain safety and precision.

What to consider before purchase

• Blade length of 240mm requires adequate workspace
• Requires proper manual cleaning and maintenance
• G-10 handle offers durability but requires standard care

Usage recommendations: Wash the knife manually with mild detergent and dry it immediately after every use. Avoid using abrasive sponges, placing the knife in a dishwasher, or cutting on hard surfaces such as glass, stone, or ceramic to preserve the cutting edge.