Vintage Gustav Emil Ern Chef Knife 310mm Carbon Steel Made in Germany 2111

Experience extended cutting reach with a vintage Gustav Emil Ern chef knife

This recorded 310mm carbon steel chef knife pairs a wood handle with an approximate weight of 301g. Its substantial length offers reach for preparing larger ingredients, with the individual character of a pre-owned blade.

The Specs

• Brand: Gustav Emil Ern
• Knife type: chef knife
• Blade length recorded: 310mm
• Overall length recorded: 450mm
• Steel recorded: carbon steel; exact grade not specified
• Construction previously listed: fully forged, full tang; not independently verified
• Bevel recorded: double bevel; edge angle not specified
• Handle: wood; species not specified
• Weight recorded: approximately 301g
• Origin recorded: Germany
• Condition: used, pre-owned
• Blade thickness and hardness: require verification; earlier 0.2mm and 58 HRC figures are not treated as confirmed

Heritage & Use

The Gustav Emil Ern name is retained from this knife's recorded identification, without assigning a production date or unverified manufacturing history to the individual blade. Its extended chef-knife format offers room for slicing and portioning larger suitable ingredients, with sufficient board space and careful handling. No suitability for cutting bones or performance advantage over stainless steel is assumed. Carbon steel can develop a natural patina with use and requires attentive drying to help prevent rust.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only; never use a dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use and avoid soaking the wood handle
• Use a honing method appropriate to the existing edge and its condition
• Sharpen on suitable water stones following the existing bevel, or consult a specialist
• Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil before extended storage
• Store clean and dry with the edge protected in storage suited to its length