Vintage French Carving and Chef's Knife Set 2-Piece Carbon Steel Made in France 1592

Experience complementary preparation with a vintage French knife pair

This pre-owned two-piece set pairs a recorded 310mm carving knife with a 200mm chef's knife. Listed as high carbon steel with black POM handles, the pair offers contrasting blade lengths for slicing and general preparation after assessment of each knife's condition.

The Specs

• Set: two knives, carving knife and chef's knife
• Steel recorded: high carbon steel; exact grades not specified
• Carving knife: recorded 310mm blade and 415mm overall length
• Chef's knife: recorded 200mm blade and 320mm overall length
• Bevels recorded: double bevel; edge angles not specified
• Handles recorded: black POM polymer
• Construction previously listed: fully forged, full tang; not independently verified
• Hardness: earlier 58 HRC figure requires verification
• Blade thickness previously listed: 0.8mm each; measurement and measurement location require confirmation
• Weight previously listed: approximately 100g each; individual weights require confirmation
• Origin recorded: France
• Condition: vintage, pre-owned
• Maker and production dates: not recorded

Heritage & Use

The long carving format offers reach for slicing boneless roasts, while the shorter chef's knife provides a general preparation format. Recorded French origin is retained without adding a maker story or production era. Earlier notes described the pair as beautifully preserved, but no documented condition assessment establishes that claim. The recorded thickness and weights are not used to infer flexibility, balance or cutting performance. Check blade integrity, handle security and edge condition before use.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only; never use a dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing and avoid prolonged soaking
• Remove active rust and apply a light coat of food-safe blade oil before extended storage
• Hone only with a method appropriate to each edge's geometry and condition
• Sharpen on suitable stones following the existing double bevel, or consult a specialist
• Avoid bones, frozen ingredients, impact work and twisting blades through hard food
• Store clean and dry with both edges protected; avoid loose drawers