2016 Red Dot and 2018 German Design Award Winning Forged German Steel Knives The W Series forward-looking design reflects the transparency, openness and harmony for practical function. Sharp, clear lines are seamlessly melded into the sleek silhouette of the elegant German Steel knife for a unique aesthetic. The distinct hollow brass rivets cut through the full tang of the blade creating a special connection between knife and chef. Each knife is well balanced, and seamlessly crafted allowing for heavy kitchen use and easy clean up. Premier Materials This knife features high-alloy German X50CrMoV15 Steel gives an exceptional blend of hardness and durability to the edge, allowing for a precise and sharp edge without any brittleness. The steel has a hardness of 58 ±2 on the Rockwell Hardness Rating and is also highly stain resistant. Key Features Stamped from high-alloy German X50CrMoV15 Steel Undergoes multi step ULTRA6 Heat Treatment Process Ice-hardened blade provides long-lasting sharpness Hand polished and hand sharpened by expert bladesmiths Unique patented design rustic teak wood handle with sleek handcrafted brass rivets Winner of 2018 German Design Award GOOD DESIGN Aesthetics must push into function. Every curve and angle is used to ensure a secure and comfortable hold on the handle. Our knives are exceptionally well balanced and every seam is flush. This means our knives feel great to grip and hold, work well for heavy kitchen use and are easy to keep clean and sanitary. The knife feels like a natural extension, a precise tool that can easily be used for long durations of time while cutting and prepping food. HEAT TREATMENT It took 3+ years of research and development to dial in the specific heat treatment process that would ensure our knives are both hard enough to take a sharp 16 degree edge, yet durable enough to keep that sharp edge during heavy kitchen use. Every blade goes through our precise ULTRA6 heat treatment which brings out the best qualities of each steel allowing the blade to take a remarkably sharp edge. HANDCRAFTED At the end of the day a knife needs to perform. All Cangshan knives proudly can do just that. The quality and craftsmanship of the knives ensure they precisely and effectively perform their cutting functions giving the user a responsive and refined tactile experience that enhances and augments their skills and process. Every knife from Cangshan is handcrafted and hand sharpened, these are real, passionate artisans creating beautiful, functional tools. TN1 Series TC Series TV2 Series J Series H1 Series TK Collection Add to Cart Buying Options Buying Options Buying Options Buying Options Add to Cart Customer Reviews 4.6 out of 5 stars 42 4.1 out of 5 stars 114 — 4.8 out of 5 stars 11 4.4 out of 5 stars 130 4.6 out of 5 stars 35 Price $299.95$299.95 — no data — no data — no data — no data $1,199.95$1,199.95 Tang Full Forged Full Forged Full Forged Half Tang Full Forged Full Forged Blade Material Swedish Sandvik 14C28N Steel Swedish Sandvik 14C28N Steel Swedish Sandvik 14C28N Steel X-7 Damascus Steel German X50CrMoV15 Steel Damasteel RWL34 Powdered Steel H.R.C 59 +/- 2 59 +/- 2 59 +/- 2 60 +/- 2 58 +/- 2 61 +/- 2 Bolster Bolster-less Bolster-less Full-Bolster Half-Bolster Full-Bolster Full-Bolster NSF International Certified ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓