ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS

ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS 1001502 Professional "S" 8" Bread Knife

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Key Features:

SIGMAFORGE Construction: Precision-forged from a single piece of solid high carbon NO STAIN steel, delivering superior blade stability, balance, and long-term resilience.
FRIODUR Ice-Hardened Blade: Proprietary ice-hardening process produces a blade that starts sharper, stays sharper longer, and resists chipping and staining better than conventionally hardened knives.
Laser-Controlled, Precision-Honed Edge: Ground to an ideal 15-degree angle per side for exceptional sharpness and consistent cutting performance across a full service life.
57 Rockwell Hardness: Provides an optimal balance of edge retention and toughness, minimizing the frequency of resharpening in high-volume professional kitchen environments.
8" Scalloped Serrated Blade: Designed to saw through crusty breads, artisan loaves, and tough crusts with minimal tearing, while also handling soft produce with ease.
Ergonomic Polymer Three-Rivet Handle: Fully bonded to the full tang for a secure, balanced grip; the sturdy bolster acts as an integrated finger guard for added safety during continuous use.
Manufactured in Solingen, Germany: Crafted using a steel formula refined over more than 280 years, upholding the ZWILLING tradition of quality trusted by professional chefs worldwide since 1731.

Detailed Description

The ZWILLING Professional S 8 Bread Knife is a benchmark in professional cutlery, precision-forged using SIGMAFORGE technology from a single piece of special formula high-carbon NO STAIN steel perfected over 280 years. The FRIODUR ice-hardening process produces a blade that starts sharper, stays sharper longer, and resists chipping far better than conventionally treated steel. Its laser-controlled, scalloped serrated edge glides through even the toughest crusts and artisan loaves with minimal effort. The ergonomic polymer handle with three stainless rivets is perfectly bonded to the full tang, delivering the balance and control that professional kitchens demand. Manufactured in Solingen, Germany, this knife carries the legacy and craftsmanship of a brand trusted by chefs worldwide since 1731.

Product Details

SIGMAFORGE Single-Piece Construction

Precision-forged from one solid piece of high-carbon, no-stain steel for superior stability and blade resilience.

FRIODUR Ice-Hardened Blade

Ice-hardening delivers a harder, sharper edge that resists chipping, staining, and dulling longer than conventional blades.

Laser-Controlled Precision Edge

Honed to a 15-degree angle per side for an exceptionally sharp, durable serrated edge engineered for effortless slicing.

Professional-Grade Craftsmanship, Made in Germany

The ZWILLING Professional "S" 8" Bread Knife is part of a legacy perfected over 280 years in Solingen, Germany. Every knife in this series is manufactured to the exacting standards trusted by professional chefs worldwide.

Manufactured in Solingen, Germany
Special formula high-carbon NO STAIN steel
57 Rockwell Hardness for excellent edge retention
Lifetime warranty backed by ZWILLING J.A. Henckels

ZWILLING Professional S bread knife angled view highlighting the serrated blade and ergonomic black handle

Balanced Design for Confident Control

The ergonomic polymer handle with three stainless rivets is perfectly bonded to the full tang, delivering optimal balance and safe, comfortable handling through every cut.

Three-rivet handle bonded to a full-tang blade
Sturdy bolster provides balance and acts as a finger guard
Ergonomic grip designed for both precision and comfort
Ideal for breads, crusty loaves, and firm-skinned vegetables

Close-up of the ZWILLING Professional S bread knife serrated scalloped blade edge detail

Scalloped Serrated Edge for Effortless Slicing

The finely honed serrated edge glides through the toughest crusts and softest interiors without tearing, crushing, or compressing. This blade's precision-milled scallops provide the cutting performance that professionals demand.

Scalloped (serrated) edge engineered for superior bite and control
Laser-controlled edge angle ensures consistent 15-degree sharpness
Stays sharper longer thanks to FRIODUR ice-hardening at 57 HRC

From the Cresco Resco Team

Why You'll Love It

The ZWILLING Professional "S" 8" Bread Knife combines centuries of German craftsmanship with modern metallurgy, delivering a serrated blade that simply refuses to dull.

Perfect for home bakers and professional chefs who demand lasting sharpness and reliable performance from every slice.
SIGMAFORGE single-piece forging and FRIODUR ice-hardening set this knife apart from mass-produced alternatives.
Pairs beautifully with the full ZWILLING Professional "S" series for a complete, cohesive kitchen knife collection.

Specifications

Brand	ZWILLING J.A. Henckels
Series	Professional "S"
Knife Type	Bread Knife
Blade Length	8"
Edge Type	Serrated (Scalloped)
Edge Angle	15° per side
Blade Material	Special formula high carbon no-stain steel
Blade Construction	SIGMAFORGE - precision forged from a single piece of solid steel
Blade Treatment	FRIODUR ice-hardened
Rockwell Hardness	57 HRC
Handle Material	Ergonomic polymer (black)
Handle Rivets	3-rivet
Tang	Full tang
Country of Origin	Germany
Model Number	31026-200
SKU	1001502
Warranty	Lifetime