For the Bird

Churrasco, the Brazilian style of grilling, is carved at the table straight from the skewer, and the knife for it has to slice grilled meat quickly and cleanly. The Victorinox Fibrox Pro 9-inch churrasco knife is built for that work, and it suits any grilled or barbecued cut.Use it to carve picanha from the skewer in thin slices, to slice a smoked brisket or a pork shoulder, and to portion grilled chicken. The 9-inch blade is long enough for one stroke across most grilled cuts and short enough to control at the grill.Hold the skewer upright on a board and slice down and away from the hand, letting each slice fall to the board. Keep the edge honed between cooks.For longer roasts, see the Fibrox Pro 10-inch Round Tip Slicer or the Fibrox Pro 12-inch Granton Edge Slicer. The table in the Details compares the slicers and carvers. Learn More

The Victorinox Fibrox Pro 10-inch serrated carving knife is used for slicing melons, filleting whole salmon and as a bread knife. It is wider and sturdier than a slicer, so it handles dense roasts, poultry and game as well as large, tough-skinned fruit.On a watermelon or a pineapple, the serrations bite through the rind and the length crosses most of the fruit. On a whole salmon, they grip the skin and let the blade travel along the frame.Use long strokes with light pressure and let the teeth do the work. The serrated edge keeps its bite for a long time, which suits a catering kitchen that cuts fruit by the case.Its width also lifts sliced fruit from the board.For a narrow serrated slicer, see the Fibrox Pro 10-inch Serrated Slicer. For a dedicated melon knife, the Victorinox 12-inch Watermelon Knife. The table in the Details compares the slicers and carvers. Learn More

Messermeister describes its 8-inch Kullens carving knife as long, hollow-edged and ultra-smooth on the slice for presentation-worthy meats. The hollows along the blade reduce drag, so thin slices of turkey breast or roast beef fall away cleanly from the steel.At 8 inches, it is easier to control at the table than a long slicer, which makes it a comfortable carving knife for a home cook serving a roast chicken or a pork loin. The pointed tip works around the breastbone and thigh joints of a bird. Slicing against the grain with long, even strokes gives the neatest results.
Carving OptionsThe Meridian Elite 2-Piece Carving Set pairs this knife with a carving fork. For larger roasts, see the 10-inch Kullens Slicer. Learn More

A Thanksgiving turkey, a standing rib roast or a whole ham calls for a carving knife long enough to finish each slice in a single draw. The Zwilling Pro 10-inch carving knife provides that length on a narrow blade, which keeps drag low and slices intact.Long strokes toward you, with no sawing, give the cleanest surface on the meat. The Pro curved bolster gives a secure grip for guiding a longer knife, and the pointed tip follows the breastbone and joints when carving poultry.Steady the roast with a carving fork placed away from the line of the cut, and keep the blade level so each slice comes out the same thickness from top to bottom.For smaller roasts and chicken, the Pro 8-inch carving knife is easier to handle. Our guide to knife shapes explains carving and slicing knives. Learn More

Game hens, chicken and turkey carve well with this 9-inch Superior knife. It has a fair amount of flex, similar to a sole knife, so it also works as a salmon slicer and for filleting fish.The flex lets the blade follow the curve of a breastbone or a fish frame, which leaves more meat on the plate. Nine inches is long enough for a turkey breast and short enough to control at the table. The Superior handle balances the blade for thin, even slices.At home, it is a practical single carving knife for poultry and fish. The flex also helps when carving around the thigh and wing joints of a bird.For roast beef and larger roasts, the Superior 12-inch roast beef slicer is longer and stiffer. Smoked salmon slices best with the Superior 12.5-inch salmon slicer, and pair either knife with the F. Dick 7-inch straight tines fork. Learn More

The carving knife is the one brought to the table, and the Zwilling Pro 8-inch is sized for roast chicken, pork loin and smaller roasts. Its long, narrow blade presents less surface to the meat than a chef’s knife, so it slices with less drag and leaves clean, even slices.Draw it toward you in one long stroke rather than sawing. The pointed tip works around joints when carving poultry, and the Pro curved bolster keeps the hand steady on the knife while the other hand holds a carving fork.Rest a roast for several minutes before carving so the juices settle, and slice across the grain. An 8-inch blade also portions a pork tenderloin or a duck breast neatly in the kitchen.For a turkey or a standing rib roast, the Pro 10-inch carving knife gives more length. Our Kitchen Knife Shapes guide explains carving and slicing knives. Learn More

The Shun Premier 9.5-inch Slicing Knife is made for carving and slicing meat. Its long blade lets you cut each slice in a single stroke, producing long, even slices without the tearing and sawing that a shorter knife requires. The narrow profile and keen edge reduce friction, so the blade moves smoothly through roasts and poultry. It suits a wide variety of meats and also slices larger vegetables and melons. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish on the Shun Premier blade helps each slice release from the steel.
FeaturesLong blade: Nine and a half inches of edge crosses wide roasts in one stroke, so slices stay intact.Narrow profile: The slim blade reduces friction for a smooth, clean cut.VG-MAX cutting core: Shun’s proprietary steel resists wear and corrosion and holds a fine, keen edge.Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports and protects the core.Hammered tsuchime finish: The hand-hammered surface helps slices release from the blade.Contoured walnut PakkaWood handle: The handle offers comfort and control and resists moisture.Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan: Each Shun knife requires at least 100 individual steps to complete in Seki City, one of Japan’s most important blade-making centers since the 13th century.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening, so the edge can be professionally restored whenever it needs it.
Tasks It Handles WellCarving roast turkey, chicken, and duckSlicing prime rib, pork loin, and leg of lambSlicing brisket and hamSlicing smoked salmon and cured meatsCutting large melons
Choosing a Shun Premier Slicing KnifeTo carve at the table with a matching fork, the Shun Premier 2-Piece Carving Set pairs this knife with the 6.5-inch Carving Fork. For a smooth Damascus finish and D-shaped ebony handle with hollow-ground indentations, consider the Shun Classic 9-inch Hollow Ground Slicing Knife. Learn More

The Shun Classic 9-inch Hollow Ground Slicing Knife is for cooks who carve roasts, poultry, and ham and want thin, even, presentation-quality slices. Its long, narrow blade completes each slice in a single stroke, so there is no sawing back and forth, and the cleaner cut keeps more of the juices, and more of the flavor, inside the meat. The narrow profile and a row of hollow-ground indentations along each side reduce friction so the blade glides through with even less drag and slices release from the steel. It shares the construction and handle of the entire Shun Classic line.
FeaturesLong, narrow blade: Nine inches of edge carves wide roasts in a single stroke, and the narrow profile reduces drag through the meat.Hollow-ground indentations: The indentations reduce friction and help slices release from the blade rather than clinging to it.VG-MAX cutting core: Shun’s proprietary steel is strong, fine-grained, and resistant to wear and corrosion, and it holds a very keen edge through extended carving.Stainless Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports the core, adds stain resistance, and helps food release from the blade.Hand-sharpened double-bevel edge: The fine, symmetrical edge serves left- and right-handed cooks equally well.D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handle: The handle is comfortable in either hand, durable enough for daily use, and does not harbor bacteria.Full composite tang: The composite construction keeps the knife light and balanced.Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan: Each Shun Classic knife requires at least 100 individual steps to complete in Seki City, one of Japan’s most important blade-making centers since the 13th century.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening, so the knife can be professionally sharpened by the manufacturer whenever its edge needs restoring.
Tasks It Handles WellCarving roast beef, pork loin, and lambCarving turkey and roast chickenSlicing hamSlicing smoked meats and salmonPortioning large boneless roasts
Choosing a Shun Classic Slicing KnifeFor whole briskets and very large roasts, the Shun Classic 12-inch Hollow Ground Brisket Knife adds three inches of length for single-pass slices through wider cuts, and it includes a wooden saya for transport. To pair this knife with a matching fork for the table, the Shun Classic 2-Piece Carving Set is the complete carving solution. Learn More

Master the Art of the Perfect Slice with Award-Winning Ergonomics The Robert Welch Signature 9-inch Carving Knife is more than a kitchen tool; it is a precision instrument designed to move through proteins with zero resistance. When you first grip the handle, the tactile feedback is immediate. Developed in consultation with professional chefs, the ergonomic handle features a unique bolster that provides a secure thumb rest and a comfortable finger guard, ensuring your hand doesn't fatigue during high-volume slicing tasks. The 9-inch blade is forged from high-quality X50CrMoV15 German stainless steel, hardened to 55-56 HRC. This specific hardness provides the ideal balance between extreme sharpness and the toughness needed to avoid chipping when navigating around poultry bones or dense holiday roasts. During testing, the long, thin profile of the blade allowed for long, sweeping strokes that produce uniform, restaurant-quality slices without the jagged 'sawing' effect common with shorter, duller blades. Whether you are carving a delicate smoked salmon fillet or a heavy prime rib, the weight distribution of this knife remains centered in the palm. The blade is ground at a precise 15° angle, offering a level of sharpness that rivals Japanese cutlery while maintaining the robustness of European steel. This is the definitive tool for the host who values presentation and the chef who demands technical reliability. Learn More