Forged from a single billet of 52100 carbon steel, the Euroline Carbon 2.0 8" chef’s knife pairs a silky satin blade with a broad, gently curved profile for effortless rock-chopping and superior knuckle clearance. Each knife is ground and hand-sharpened in Seki, Japan to a razor-keen 9–12° per side, then mated to a hand-contoured black Micarta handle anchored by brass rivets and Bob Kramer’s signature mosaic pin. A tapered full tang and subtly rounded spine lend perfect balance and all-day comfort.

Euroline Carbon 2.0 by Bob Kramer distills the master bladesmith’s decades of experience into a monosteel workhorse that marries American carbon steel with Japanese finishing. The 52100 alloy is heat-treated to 61 HRC for remarkable edge life, yet remains easy to hone and strop back to hair-popping sharpness.

Zwilling J.A. Henckels began in 1731 when Peter Henckels registered the ZWILLING trademark with the Cutler's Guild of Solingen, Germany—making ZWILLING one of the oldest brands in the world today. Born in the "City of Blades," the company has spent nearly three centuries setting the standard for German cutlery, controlling every step of production from their state-of-the-art Solingen factory. Germans are well known for their love of traditions, and today the brand continues blending heritage craftsmanship with modern innovation, producing precision kitchen tools trusted by professional kitchens and home cooks across the globe.

Bob Kramer is one of the few Master Bladesmiths specializing in kitchen cutlery, and once a chef himself, he designs knives that are practical yet comfortable to hold. His relentless pursuit of performance shows in every detail—from wide blade geometry and food-release grinds to ergonomic handles with thick profiles that provide a robust feel perfect for chefs or anyone who loves to cook. Kramer works in collaboration with Zwilling to create world-renowned knives that are often difficult to come by. His knives are inspired by hand-forged techniques and designed to deliver the same level of performance—by far the sharpest and most beautiful of any knife that Zwilling makes.

Chef’s Knife Often called the “king of the kitchen,” the chef’s knife excels at slicing, dicing, mincing, and carving proteins or produce alike. The 203mm length offers maneuverability for home cooks while retaining pro-level versatility.

Monosteel Construction forges the entire blade from a single piece of steel, creating a seamless microstructure from spine to edge. This eliminates weak joints between layers, delivers balanced weight distribution, and simplifies both sharpening and maintenance compared to laminated blades. The uniform hardness and simplified care make monosteel knives ideal for first-time buyers and busy kitchens.

52100 Carbon Steel Originally developed for ball bearings, 52100’s ultra-fine grain structure sharpens to an exceptionally keen edge and develops a protective blue-grey patina over time. Its approximate composition is 1.0 % C, 1.4 % Cr, 0.3 % Si, and 0.45 % Mn, delivering a sweet spot of toughness, edge retention, and sharpenability.