The Assure Elite collection has been developed for the more discerning cook alongside experts in the catering industry. These high-level knives maintain the same Assure ethos of providing outstanding functionality yet placing safety at the forefront whilst maintaining the distinctive squared tip and supreme cutting blade. Cook with safety and performance assured. The Assure Elite 8"/20cm Chef’s Knife has a unique sleek and stylish blade shape designed to be safe to use in and around the home. Be at the forefront of the next generation of kitchen knives. This large size multi-task knife is perfect for chopping herbs, dicing vegetables alongside slicing cooked meats. The taper ground blade is crafted from premium German stainless steel with a high carbon content to maintain a sharper cutting edge. The handle material provides optimum comfort and grip with a bolster located at the front, adding equal weight throughout the whole piece. 3 point rivets provide a secure connection from the blade to the handle. Hand wash only.