Vintage French Chef Knife 200mm Stainless Steel Wood Handle 2174

Experience the Timeless Authority of a Vintage French Chef Knife - 200mm of Stainless Steel with a Classic Wood Handle

The Specs

• Style: Chef knife
• Blade Length: 200mm
• Steel: Stainless steel
• Bevel: Double bevel
• Handle: Wood (traditional French style)
• Origin: France
• Condition: Pre-owned, vintage
• SKU: 2174

Why This Knife Works

The 200mm French chef knife is the workhorse of the classic brigade kitchen - long enough for serious prep, short enough for control, and balanced in a way that makes hours of chopping feel natural rather than fatiguing. This vintage example pairs a stainless steel blade with a traditional wood handle: a combination that has equipped professional kitchens across France for generations. The wood handle develops a warm, personal feel over time, moulding subtly to the grip of whoever uses it most. The stainless blade holds a reliable edge and resists the moisture of a busy prep bench. This is a knife with history - and plenty of life left in it.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing to protect both the blade and the wood handle
• Condition the wood handle occasionally with food-safe mineral oil to prevent drying and cracking
• Hone regularly to maintain the edge
• Sharpen on a whetstone or with a professional sharpener as needed
• Store in a knife roll or on a magnetic strip - never loose in a drawer