Perfect match for my other knives!
I’ve been searching for some time for a bread knife to complete my current set of cutlery. They’re by another manufacturer and no longer available. This knife appears to be made with the same parts, and possibly in the same factory. It comes in a very nice presentation box, with interior padding, a blade tip protector and a suede like polishing cloth. Although it’s described as being 8 inches, the cutting edge actually measures 8.25 inches.It took me several months shopping off-price retailers and online auctions to find the pieces I wanted – four non-serrated utility/steaks and one each of paring, Santoku and chef’s knives. This bread knife is identical to them, except for labeling. It’s a triple riveted, full-tang, ergonomic design, very rigid and nicely weighted. The blade, tang and butt are machined from a single piece of steel, which adds strength and integrity.Like most knives, the grips are plastic. But unlike many folks, I wash them by hand and store them in a wood knife holder inside a kitchen drawer. I also only use them on a wood cutting board. That level of care insures that the blades and handles won’t be damaged. I have used them almost daily for over two years, and I’ve only touched them up with a steel. They have never required re-sharpening, and they still look new. I’m confident this bread knife will perform equally well.For purposes of comparison, the upper knife in the photos is my current Santoku (label is intentionally blurred). The lower one is obviously this new bread knife. Considering its price, apparent quality, and identical appearance and construction, I love it.