A sturdy Chef s knife is a cook s best friend. This eight inch Chef s Knife from Calphlon makes any cooking job easier. Designed with a full tang for better balance and weight, the Chef s knife allows you to cut large items using the full blade, or mince and chop using just the back half.

Sleek and attractive, this 8-inch Contemporary Stainless-Steel chef’s knife from Calphalon complements the most contemporary kitchens, easily blending in with stainless-steel appliances and accessories. Indisputably the most essential knife to have in the kitchen, this knife is the one that no chef should do without. With a full taper from bolster to tip, it has the ability to chop, slice, dice, or mince just about anything with the greatest dexterity and ease.

Constructed from one piece of high-carbon, stain-resistant, German steel, this knife is fully tapered and individually balanced increasing the comfort, efficiency, and strength. The blade has been hand ground to achieve maximum sharpness, while the solid steel handle is contoured to fit all hands, and slightly textured to enhance the grip. Calphalon offers a lifetime warranty, recommends washing all knives by hand, and suggests always storing cutlery sets in the appropriate storage location. --Lea Werbel