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K Sabatier 1834 Series 6" Chef Stainless

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Forged in Thiers France, this is the top shelf series from K Sabatier and is named for the date of the register of the K trademark. It features a cryogenically treated Z50C13 stainless steel, POM handle and handmade leather sleeve.

The deep freeze treatment refines the structure of the steel gives this steel increased stainless-ness, flexibility, toughness and edge life, thereby increasing it's ability to be thin ground. This series has a lighter weight, sleeker cutting feel and better edge life than the standard stainless series from K Sabatier.




About This Knife

All-around Use

Can handle almost any kitchen task.

Light Butchery OK

Safe for use around bones.

Stainless Steel

Non-reactive blade.

Tough Edge

Durable edge grind.

Ambidextrous

Suitable for all users.

Chef's Knife

A chef’s knife is an all-purpose kitchen knife designed for chopping, slicing, and dicing a wide range of ingredients. Its curved edge supports rocking cuts, while the pointed tip handles detail work. It’s the core knife in most kitchens for general prep.

Listed Length: 6"
Total Length: 10.25"
Edge Length: 6"
Heel Height: 1.25"
Spine Thickness: .095"
Weight:
Orientation: Ambidextrous

Blade Type: Stainless Steel
Steel Type: Cryo - Z50C13
Steel Hardness (HRC): 54-56
Maintenance: Less Attention
Handle Type: Western
Handle Material: POM

  • This is a stainless steel knife.
  • It should be hand washed and towel dried. Dishwashers will degrade the edge and handle over time. Extended moisture exposure can still cause oxidation.
  • Use on wooden cutting boards for best results.
  • Avoid hard surfaces like bamboo or plates. Don't twist or scrape the edge on the cutting surface to avoid early dulling and edge damage.

Dive Deeper

Medium - Western Stainless

We recommend hand sharpening on whetstones to a low-medium finish starting around 400 and progressing to 1000 grit with a monodiachrome strop finish. Gentle use with steel honing rods work well for as-needed edge maintenance. Avoid pull-through sharpeners and non-water-cooled mechanized sharpening. If you have to use a honing rod to be able to use the knife comfortably, it's time to sharpen the knife.

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Cryo - Z50C13

C ≈ 0.48 %, Cr ≈ 13 %, Mn ≈ 0.6 %, Si ≈ 0.4 %, Mo ≤ 0.2 %

Cryogenic treatment of Z50C13 refines the martensitic structure and reduces retained austenite, improving both edge stability and wear resistance. When properly quenched and cryo-treated, hardness increases by roughly 1–1.5 HRC (typically reaching 56–58 HRC), while dimensional stability and corrosion resistance remain unchanged. The result is a sharper, longer-lasting edge with slightly enhanced retention and less micro-rolling under use. This treatment brings Z50C13 closer in performance to premium German 1.4116 stainless steels while retaining its hallmark toughness, fine grain, and ease of sharpening—ideal for high-end kitchen knives and professional cutlery requiring extra durability without sacrificing maintainability.



About K Sabatier

Thiers, France

K Sabatier is one of the oldest Sabatier makers in Thiers, France, with roots dating to 1834. Still operated by the founding family (Sabatier Aîné & Perrier), they produce fully forged knives with classic French profiles and exceptional balance. Their knives are known for slim, agile blades—available in both carbon and stainless steels—and traditional three-rivet handles. K Sabatier helped define the modern chef’s knife, and their commitment to hand-finishing in Thiers continues today. With over 180 years of heritage, K Sabatier represents a true standard in French culinary cutlery.

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