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Windmühlenmesser 150th Anniversary 2.5" Paring Stainless Walnut

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The blade shape of the vegetable knife from the anniversary series "150" corresponds to that of the Klassiker (Classic). The handle, however, comes from a model from the late 19th century, close to the year in which Windmühlenmesser was founded. The upward curve seems unusual, but the functionality of this shape is revealed when you peel and cut it in your hand. The handle fits perfectly into the curve of the hand. Of course, the knife is also suitable for cutting on the board.

Robert Herder Windmühlenmesser knives are made in Solingen, Germany, and are still utilizing old hand-work techniques. Their fine, hand-ground blades are extremely light and thin and offer a great cutting feel that is not possible with chunky, mechanized-ground blades. There is no excess steel on the blades, making them lightweight and thin, and the slight convexity makes for reduced friction and sticking during cutting. Windmühlenmesser has worked hard to establish an extensive apprenticeship program at their workshop, preserving old techniques that have nearly disappeared from Solingen.

Handle: Walnut wood
Rivets: Aluminum
Blade: Stainless
Surface: fine-glazed
Blade length: 6.5 cm
Overall length: 18.5 cm

This is a stainless steel knife. It should be hand washed and towel dried. Dishwasher use will result in degraded edge and handle. Consistent long term exposure to moisture can lead to oxidation.

Use on a quality wooden cutting board will help the knife stay sharper for longer. Use on hard surfaces like plates and bamboo will reduce the edge life and can result in edge damage.

We recommend hand sharpening on whetstones. We have found that most western knives perform best with a medium finish starting around 1000 grit. Avoid pull through sharpeners and non-water cooled mechanized sharpening. Steel honing rods work well with this knife.

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