Details
What’s Included
- 8-inch chef knife: 216 mm (8.5 in.) blade; 330 mm (13 in.) overall; 198 g (7 oz.)
- 3.8-inch paring knife: 97 mm (3.8 in.) blade; 203 mm (8 in.) overall; 94 g (3.3 oz.)
Specifications
- Hardness: 58+ HRC
- Edge: 18°
- Blade steel: X50CrMoV15 Nitro+ stainless steel
- Construction: Fully forged from a single rod of steel, full tang
- Handle: Olive wood
- Origin: Forged in Thiers, France
- Warranty: Made In lifetime warranty
Care
- Hand wash only and dry immediately. Soaking and the dishwasher damage olive wood.
- Oil the handle periodically with food-safe mineral oil to keep the wood from drying out.
- Cut on wood or plastic boards only.
When We Recommend the Made In 2-Piece Forged Olive Wood Knife Set
Who it Fits Best
Home cooks who want two well-made knives instead of a block of rarely used ones, and who like the look and feel of a wood handle.
Where it Excels
Everyday prep: the chef knife handles chopping and slicing, and the paring knife covers peeling, trimming, and detail work.
Professional Comparisons
Against Made In’s Made In 8-inch Japanese Damascus Steel Gyuto, the olive wood chef knife uses tougher European X50CrMoV15 steel with an 18-degree edge, where the gyuto uses harder VG-10 with a finer 15-degree edge. Both are rated 58+ HRC and weigh about the same, 7 oz. against 7.25 oz. Choose the olive wood knife for a forgiving, easy-to-hone edge, and the gyuto for thinner, more precise cuts.
Chef Feedback
Trade-offs & Considerations
Olive wood needs more care than a synthetic handle: hand wash, dry right away, and oil it now and then. Made In also makes these knives with black handles for cooks who prefer less upkeep.
Additional Info
| SKU | OW-2pc-SET |
|---|---|
| Grind | Asymmetrical/Compound |
| Stainless | Yes |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
| Handle Material | Olive Wood |
| Rockwell Hardness | 58+ |
| Steel Type | X50CrMoV15 |
| Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | No |
