Knives

The Made In Forged Olive Wood Bread Knife saws through hard crusts without crushing the soft crumb beneath. Its 9-inch serrated blade is long enough to cross a full boule of sourdough in one stroke, and Made In forges it in Thiers, France, from a single rod of X50CrMoV15 Nitro+ stainless steel with a full tang for control.
Why It PerformsSerrated edge: The points bite into hard crust and the gullets between them cut on the pull, so loaves slice cleanly without heavy downward pressure.9-inch blade: Long enough for wide artisan loaves, cakes, and large melons.Fully forged, full tang: Stable and balanced through long sawing strokes.Olive wood handle: A warm, natural grip with a unique grain on each knife.
What It Does BestSourdough, baguettes, and crusty artisan loavesSoft breads such as brioche and sandwich loavesLayer cakes and tortesTomatoes, citrus, and melons with tough skins
Choosing the Right Made In KnifeThe bread knife is included in the Made In 3-Piece Forged Olive Wood Knife Set with the Made In 8-inch Forged Olive Wood Chef Knife and the Made In 3.8-inch Forged Olive Wood Paring Knife. Learn More

The Made In 3-Piece Forged Olive Wood Knife Set is a complete starter kit of essential knives: a chef knife for everyday chopping and slicing, a serrated bread knife for crusty loaves, and a paring knife for small, precise jobs. Made In forges all three in Thiers, France, from single rods of X50CrMoV15 Nitro+ stainless steel, with full tangs and olive wood handles.
What Each Knife Does8-inch chef knife: Chops vegetables and herbs and slices meat.9-inch bread knife: Saws through hard crusts without crushing the crumb, and slices cakes and tomatoes.3.8-inch paring knife: Peels, cores, and trims in the hand or on the board.
Why It PerformsFully forged, full tang: Each knife is shaped from one rod of steel that runs through the handle.Forgiving European steel: Tough, corrosion resistant, and easy to maintain with a honing rod.Matched olive wood handles: A set that looks good on a magnetic strip or in a drawer, with a unique grain on every handle.
Choosing the Right Made In SetWithout the bread knife, the Made In 2-Piece Forged Olive Wood Knife Set pairs the chef and paring knives. Each knife is also sold individually: the Made In 8-inch Forged Olive Wood Chef Knife, the Made In 9-inch Forged Olive Wood Bread Knife, and the Made In 3.8-inch Forged Olive Wood Paring Knife. Learn More

When handling high-volume prep, the difference between a stamped blade and the Mercer Genesis M20508 becomes immediately apparent in the hand. The forged bolster provides a distinct weight forward balance that assists the sawing motion, reducing wrist fatigue during a full shift. You will feel the tactile security of the Santoprene handle; unlike traditional plastic or wood, this material remains tacky and slip-resistant even when your hands are wet or covered in flour. The 8-inch blade is intentionally sized for maneuverability. While longer knives can feel unwieldy on smaller sourdough boules or ripe tomatoes, this 203mm blade offers tight control. The serrations are deep-set scallops, engineered to pierce the vitrified crust of a baguette or the waxy skin of a pepper with minimal downward pressure. This prevents the 'squish' factor common with duller, stamped serrated knives. Because it is forged from a single piece of high-carbon German steel, the blade exhibits a structural rigidity that prevents 'walking' or bending during a cut, ensuring perfectly vertical slices for uniform presentation. This is not a flimsy utility blade; it is a heavy-duty tool built for the tactile demands of a commercial environment where speed and safety are non-negotiable. Learn More

F. Dick Superior 7 inch offset bread knife is one of the most popular offset bread knives we sell this is because the edge is so sharp right out of the box and makes slicing round loaves, and even my tomatoes a breeze. The handle fits well in hand and has a nice weighty feel. The Superior series was designed for professional as well as domestic use. A classic design with handle rivets and the lightweight design produce a knife that is safe to use. With the Superior knife series, Friedr. Dick has succeeded in perfectly combining a modern knife in shape and functionality with a traditional handle design with three rivets. The result is a perfectly shaped classic of exceptional quality. The continuous steel from blade to handle ensures a high degree of stability. The steel consists of a X50CrMoV15 high-quality alloy. These components ensure lasting edge retention and a long life time with the appropriate toughness and high corrosion resistance. Polish honing of the knife edges with a smooth cutting edge makes them even sharper, even faster, even better. The food to be cut is cut through exactly and not “sawed” or even squashed; this means that valuable flavors remain in the cut food. Learn More

The F. Dick 1905 8.5 in Serrated Carving Knife is a great option when needing a knife to cleanly tear through cuts of beef and pork, however, there is also a light amount of flex to this blade also making it practical to use on chicken and fish as well. The hard but tough steel used in this knife is perfect for serrated blades and will keep the edge sharper for longer. Learn More

The Friedrich Dick 1905 8.5-inch Bread Knife is a durable and versatile option for a serrated knife. This fully forged bread knife features the standard style of serration with razor sharp tines and a wide beveled edge which is great for the longevity of the serrations. The X50CrMoV15 steel is the ideal steel type for a bread knife as you need the serrations to stay straight and razor sharp if a bread knife is too hard chipping may occur and too soft it won’t hold an edge for long. F. Dick ensures their 1905 series knives are hygienically sealed, optimally balanced and ideally tapered. This is an excellent bread knife at a very competitive price. Learn More

The F. Dick Premier 10 in. Bread Knife features a bow shaped design that is the most popular choice for bread knives. It makes it easy to begin the cut on crusty rounds or baguettes. This knife has a broad blade with great knuckle clearance. The serrations are perfectly aligned and stand up to heavy use. This knife is made with the latest knife manufacturing technology the blade is ice hardened for superior edge retention. The handle is hygienically sealed and the blade is tested for ideal balance and is laser tested for perfect tapering on the edge. This knife is ideal for the hardest crusted sourdough and the softest white bread and will give you even slices for many years. It is hard to find a fully forged bread knife in Germany with this quality of build for such a reasonable price. Made in Germany. Learn More

The F. Dick Premier Plus 8 in. Bread Knife features the industry standard serration with very sharp tines that hold up through heavy use. This knife is ideal for both thick crusted sourdough or soft delicate white bread. The F. Dick manufacturing process is state of the art making sure each model of premier plus has optimized balance and edge retention the knives are ice hardened and laser tested to ensure the serrations are perfectly tapered and aligned. This is a superior German product and for a fully forged bread knife is hard to beat in build and price when compared to other German manufacturers. Made in Germany. Learn More

Master Every Crust: The Art of Precision Slicing with the Blacksmith Series In a world of mass-produced cutlery, the Messermeister Blacksmith 8.5-Inch Scalloped Slicing/Bread Knife stands as a testament to the enduring power of forged excellence. This is not merely a bread knife; it is a specialized precision instrument designed for the culinarian who demands both aesthetic soul and mechanical perfection. Crafted in the historic forge-works of Germany, the Blacksmith series celebrates the raw, unrefined beauty of traditional knife-making while utilizing high-performance X50 German stainless steel. The blade undergoes a rigorous heat-treatment process to achieve a Rockwell Hardness of 56-58, ensuring a razor-sharp edge that retains its bite through thousands of loaves without becoming brittle. What sets this knife apart is the gentle camber of the scalloped edge. Unlike straight-edge serrated knives that require high pressure to 'saw' through crust, the curved profile of the Blacksmith allows for a natural rocking motion. This architectural advantage ensures that whether you are tackling a rock-hard sourdough boule or a delicate, ripe summer tomato, the knife glides through the skin with zero compression and minimal crumb loss. The 2.8mm spine thickness provides the lateral stability required for perfectly uniform slices, preventing the 'wandering' often experienced with thinner, stamped blades. The handle is an exercise in ergonomic luxury. Constructed from Ebony Pakkawood, it offers the heat and moisture resistance of a composite with the organic warmth and unique grain pattern of natural hardwood. The balance point is meticulously set at the bolster, providing a weight-forward feel that lets the gravity of the 8.5-inch blade do the work for you. For the professional chef or the dedicated home baker, the Messermeister Blacksmith isn't just a purchase—it's an heirloom-quality upgrade to your daily craft. Learn More