This item is an original chef's knife from H. Herder from Solingen. The “Tukan” brand has stood for top quality since 1928. Blade length: approx. 21 cm Blade: Drop-forged special steel with a hardness of up to Rockwell 58 Handle: Made from the finest steamed plum wood Production: Real hand print with extra sharp edge Our chef's knives are of the highest quality and are perfect for use in the kitchen, e.g. to cut fruit and vegetables, meat and other products. Unlike other products, the blade of our chef's knife does not bend due to the blade thickness. The knives are drop forged, sharpened by hand and have a hardness of up to Rockwell 58. This series comes with a handle made from the finest woods, such as steamed plum wood, and the blade is pulled off by hand, which guarantees long-lasting and extreme sharpness.