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8-inch chef's knife with black ergonomic handle and stainless steel blade, Thomas Keller Signature Collection.
8-inch chef's knife with black ergonomic handle and stainless steel blade, Thomas Keller Signature Collection.

Thomas Keller Series

TKSC 8-Inch Chef Knife, Forged Swedish Powder Steel

4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
107 Reviews
$199.95 Free shipping

The refined Thomas Keller Signature Collection by Cangshan is a model of precision and craftsmanship. Slim, sleek and exceptionally well-balanced, each knife is meticulously designed to elevate and augment the skills of the user. Chef Keller was instrumental in the design of this series, rigorously focusing on every detail to ensure it performs flawlessly. 

  • Forged from Swedish Damasteel RWL34 powdered steel, an extraordinarily fine-grained, high-alloy steel known for its excellent edge strength, hardness, and corrosion resistance.  
  • Full-tang blade construction and bolster-free design supports a firm pinch grip and allows easy honing-sharpening 
  • Durable polymer handles are contoured for a comfortable and ambidextrous grip 
  • 61 HRC (Rockwell Hardness Scale) 
Color
Black
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SteelSwedish Damasteel® RWL34 powder steel
ConstructionForged, solid-steel blade
Heat TreatmentULTRA6
EdgeHand Sharpened
HandleSynthetic
Description

The refined Thomas Keller Signature Collection by Cangshan is a model of precision and craftsmanship. Slim, sleek, and exceptionally well-balanced, each knife is meticulously designed to elevate and augment the skills of the user. Chef Keller was instrumental in the design of this Chef's Knife, rigorously focusing on every detail to ensure it performs flawlessly.

The 8-inch Chef’s Knife is one of the kitchen’s most essential and versatile tools. Designed for both push cuts and the popular rocking motion, this blade is perfectly shaped for slicing, dicing, mincing, and chopping a wide variety of meats, vegetables, and fruits. The wider blade on the chef’s knifeassistsinmaintainingcontrol for a straight top-to-bottom cut through tougher foods, like starchy root vegetables. The 8-inch length can be used fornearly anychopping or slicing task, making this an everyday necessity.

Specifications
Steel
Swedish Damasteel® RWL34 powder steel
Construction
Forged, solid-steel blade
Hardness
61
Blade finish
Satin polished
Handle
Synthetic

SKU: 1023800

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Comparison of Cangshan knife series by price, blade, handle, construction, formats, and sheaths.
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Price
Price for 8" Chef's Knife N/A (sets only)$39.95$69.95$99.95$139.95$139.95$139.95$139.95$139.95$199.95$199.95
Blade
Blade Steel German X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steelGerman X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steelGerman X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steelSwedish 14C28N high-carbon stainless steelSwedish 14C28N high-carbon stainless steelCangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus SteelCangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus SteelCangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus SteelCangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus SteelSwedish Damasteel® RWL34 powder steelSwedish Damax™ Damascus Steel
Steel Benefit Dependable, everyday performanceDependable, everyday performanceDependable, everyday performanceEnhanced sharpness and edge retentionEnhanced sharpness and edge retentionPremium sharpness, durability, and edge retentionPremium sharpness, durability, and edge retentionPremium sharpness, durability, and edge retentionPremium sharpness, durability, and edge retentionProfessional-level precision and performanceExceptional performance and craftsmanship
Blade Construction Forged, solid-steel bladeForged, solid-steel bladeForged, solid-steel bladeForged, solid-steel bladeForged, solid-steel bladeForged, 67-layer Damascus bladeForged, 67-layer Damascus bladeForged, 67-layer Damascus bladeForged, 67-layer Damascus bladeForged, solid-steel bladeForged, 135-layer coreless Damascus blade
Rockwell Hardness 5858586060606060606161
Blade Appearance Satin, polishedSatin, polishedSatin, polishedSatin, polishedSatin, polishedHammered blade, flowing Damascus patternWave-like Damascus patternFlowing Damascus patternFlowing Damascus patternSatin polishedWave-like Damascus pattern
Handle & Construction
Handle Material SyntheticSyntheticSyntheticSyntheticOlivewoodG-10 fiberglassG-10 fiberglassAfrican blackwoodG-10 fiberglassSyntheticPakkawood
Handle Colors black, whiteblack, whiteblack, white; HELENA Color (prep, utility, paring): black, white, gray, red, blue, greenblack, blue, taupenatural woodblueslatenatural woodgrayblack, white, blueblack
Handle Shape & Feel Rounded, traditional, ergonomicContoured, ergonomicSculpted, contoured, ergonomicSleek, tapered, ergonomicRobust, contoured, ergonomicOctagonal, ergonomicSculpted, contoured, ergonomicOctagonal, ergonomicOctagonal, ergonomicRobust, contoured, ergonomicSleek, tapered, ergonomic
Bolster Style Full bolsterAngled, full bolsterAngled, recessed bolsterAngled, recessed bolsterAngled, recessed bolsterRecessed bolsterAngled, recessed bolsterRecessed bolsterRecessed bolsterAngled, recessed bolsterAngled, recessed bolster
Tang Construction Full tangFull tangFull tangFull tangPartial tangFull tangFull tangFull tangFull tangFull tangFull tang
Formats & Storage
Available Formats SetsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives
Sheaths (Individual Knives) N/A (sets only)Plastic sheathHELENA Color (prep, utility, paring): plastic sheathWood sheathNo sheathWood sheathWood sheathWood sheathWood sheathNo sheathWood sheath

Reviews

4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 107 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 97
Total 4 star reviews: 1
Total 3 star reviews: 2
Total 2 star reviews: 4
Total 1 star reviews: 3
92%would recommend these products
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    Alvaro G.
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    TKSC 7-Piece Magnetic Knife Bar Set, Forged Swedish Powder Steel
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    11 months ago
    Amazing!

    Well balanced blade. Super sharp

    I had the knives for a week now and I’m very happy with the quality of the blade and how sharp they are. Perfect for every cut

    I cleaned fish, sliced meat and cut lots of vegetables. Also the bread is a dream come true for a chef. Amazing product.

    Alvaro Guerra.

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    Evelina M.
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    TKSC Walnut End-Grain Cutting Board, 14x20x1.5", Thomas Keller Signature Collection, 1024104
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    It’s beautiful

    You get what you paid for with this one. Great looks and quality. Oiled it

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    Ramesh K.
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    TKSC 5-Inch Serrated Utility Knife, Forged Swedish Powder Steel, Thomas Keller Signature Collection, 1023909
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Piece of Art

    Designed in collaboration with superstar chef Thomas Keller, this series of knives is the utmost expression for Cangshan. This piece, with serrated edges is encased in a keepsake wooden box. Highly recommended for all who love cooking and value artisanship.

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    Stuart K.
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    DISCONTINUED: TKSC 2-Piece Carving Set w/ Walnut Box, Forged Swedish Powder Steel, Thomas Keller Signature Collection, White, 1025569
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Elegant yet strong

    You’re going to throughly love this Tom Keller Signature Collection carving set!

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    Stuart K.
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    TKSC 4-Piece Fine Edge Steak Knife Set, Forged Swedish Powder Steel
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Stunning set

    Extremely sharp. Properly weighted. Attention to every detail.

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