ZWILLING Pro Holm Oak 8" Chef's Knife

This is a truly fantastic knife. It has a great feel with the angled bolster that is perfect for the "pinch" grip. I also love the weight and balance. I bought it for my heavy duty cutting tasks like meats and tougher large vegetables but I find myself having a hard time not using it for everything. It's not only my new favorite knife, it also might now be my sharpest.

An awesome knife, it is very easy to cut with this knife. I like the hard steel that makes right where I want and it stays very stable in my hand. It has a comfortable handle that helps to drive the knife in the direction I want. Wonderful product. I highly recommend it.

Got this for my son who is culinary school and he loves it. Says it's his favorite knife. Customer service was great as well.

i had the pro and it worked wonders for me, and made me love this brand. now i have this knife and i love it too, it is just as good and has never failed me. as a chef i truly appreciate the craftsmanship and durability that this brand and this specific knife bring to the table. there were some very minor issues with the fit and finish of the handle but that is not a problem at all and does not affect the way i feel about the knife.

I love this knife. It is the epitome of the Zwilling brand. I love how the weight of the knife is perfectly balanced, and that the bolster has the perfect placement for the pinch grip hold. I love how this chef knife has an unique blade shape in that it's curved more than traditional German knives and that way I can rock, slice and chop with this knife super easily. It feels solid and with the ice hardening and forging aspects of this knife, it's going to last for a long time. I also love this Holm Oak wood, I typically like a darker grain of wood, but this one looks so good against the stainless steel and it's a really durable wood, which is great for longevity. A great knife to invest in.

Love the feel of the knife and the value! I really like the Pro knives from Zwilling, but this is a special knife. I like the look of the wood handle when we are using it at the table, the regular ones seem so utilitarian and in the kitchen thats perfectly fine. I bring these knives to the table because they look so much more elegant and yet they have the same feel and cutting acumen of the Pro series that I use in the kitchen. They do require more attention as the handles need to be dried after washing but I take good care of my knives anyway and only use these for a seated dinner presentation.

The curved bolster on these Pro Holm Oak knives encourages the use of the pinch grip. When held properly this 10" blade is easy to control, feels stable and tackles any tough project in the kitchen. The Holm Oak line of Pro knives is really quite stunning. The light wood handle complements the steel of the blade and the 3 rivets on the handle giving these knives a new modern look. The handle is smooth and well weighted and the curved bolster keeps wrist fatigue to a minimum during long periods of cutting. All and all this is a very handsome knife at a very approachable price point.

Whenever I see a knife with a wooden handle, it reminds me of my Grandma. It seems that all knives used to be made of wood prior to the introduction of "plastic". There is something very comforting in that thought. The Pro knife is different than Grandma's because it is the latest in design. It is forged from high carbon German steel and made in Germany. The bolster is curved to ensure that you are holding the knife correctly every time. The shape of the blade is more rounded so that the rocking cutting motion can be done with ease. The oak handles are very carefully manufactured by hand and applied to the awesome Pro knife. Just like Grandma's, if you let it, it will darken over time with the natural oils from your hands making it uniquely yours. A treasure you'll pass down to the next generation.

As if the Zwilling Pro series couldn't get any better, they come out with this lovely knife! Enjoy all the benefits of the innovative Pro design with the ergonomic handle, curved bolster and reenforced friodour hardened blade with the beauty of a comfortable holm oak handle. Hand wash only to maintain the durability and integrity of the wood.

Great look, weight, and feel. Little more belly in the blade than I like but no big deal.