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K5 Stainless Steel Chef's Knife

$240.00
Windmühlenmesser Manufactur

One tool to slice, dice, and chop it all. Inspired by the traditional Japanese Gyuto, the K5 Stainless Steel Chef’s Knife combines precision with professional performance in a single versatile essential.

Crafted using Windmühlenmesser’s dry fine-grinding technique, the 7" blade achieves a refined, razor-thin edge—a hallmark of Japanese Gyuto knives. Lighter than its Western counterparts, the K5 delivers speed and agility, while a subtle blue-glazed finish ensures lasting durability. Its gentle curve helps prevent food from sticking.

The plumwood handle, sourced from the Rosaceae family, offers a sturdy, ergonomic grip with rich character and coloring. Nuanced tones—from light brown-rose to dark brown-violet—lend one-of-a-kind beauty, while the knife’s balanced design makes every step of meal prep effortless, from chopping and filleting to carving.

To meet the K5's smaller little sibling, check out the K2 Kitchen Utility Knife.

Materials:  blue-glazed stainless steel blade, plumwood handle, aluminum rivets

Each plumwood handle is unique and can range in tone from light brown-rose to dark brown-violet. Please allow for natural variation.

Made by:  Windmühlenmesser Manufactur

Made in:  Germany

Specifications: 

  • total length measures 11.8", blade measures 7"
  • 57-58 HRC Rockwell hardness

Care:  Hand wash only. For more information on caring for wooden knives, we invite you to read our article, "Wooden Brushes, Knives, and Tools: Tips for Use and Care".

Further Reading:  Founded in 1872 by Robert Herder, this family-run workshop in Solingen, Germany, has handcrafted high-quality kitchen tools for over a century. Windmühlenmesser knives, marked by the iconic Windmill logo, carry on this legacy with time-honored dry fine-grinding techniques and five generations of precision, care, and innovation.

We invite you to explore our entire selection of kitchen knives from Windmühlenmesser Manufactur.

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