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ZWILLING Four Star 8-inch, Chef's Knife

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Ergonomic, German-made knife with a sleek, matte black design

  • Made from special formula high carbon stainless steel
  • Ice-hardened FRIODUR blade stays sharper, longer
  • Made in Germany
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Description

This 8-inch chef’s knife is perfect for all kitchen tasks. Mince shallots, dice apples, slice pork tenderloin, and chop potatoes confidently and effortlessly with this versatile blade.

Four Star knives are made of proprietary special formula steel that has been perfected for almost 300 years. Combined with ZWILLING’s signature ice-hardening technique, these FRIODUR blades are harder, sharper, they will not stain or chip, and they retain their sharpness longer. Precision forged from a single piece of steel, the SIGMAFORGE knives have an exceptionally sturdy, balanced, and flexible blade.

  • Made from special formula high carbon stainless steel
  • SIGMAFORGE - Single piece, forged knife
  • Ice-hardened FRIODUR blade stays sharper, longer
  • Precision-honed blade and laser-controlled edge for superior sharpness
  • Ergonomic, polypropylene handle
  • 57 Rockwell Hardness = excellent edge retention
  • Dishwasher safe, handwashing recommended
  • Made in Germany

Specifications

  • Item no. 31071-203
Characteristics
  • Country of origin: Germany
  • Substance: special formula steel
  • Type of handle: concealed tang
  • Type of edge: fine edge
  • Edge finishing: V-edge
  • Manufacturing method: forged
  • Blade hardness (HRC): 55-58 HRC
  • Colour handle: black matte
  • Substance handle: plastic
Measurements
  • Net weight: 0.47 lbs
  • Length of product: 12.99 in
  • Width of product: 0.94 in
  • Height of product: 1.97 in
  • Blade length: 7.87 in
  • Handle length: 4.53 in
  • Handle width: 0.94 in
  • Blade width: 0.08 in
  • Blade thickness: 0.08 in
ZWILLING Four Star 8-inch, Chef's Knife
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FAN-FAVORITE KNIFE SERIES

Four Star is our top-selling knife series. Backed with over 280 years of knifemaking tradition, this celebrated collection is the model of safety, ergonomics, and comfort.

SUPERIOR CRAFTSMANSHIP

Four Star knives are made of proprietary special formula steel that has been perfected for almost 300 years.

RAZOR-SHARP EDGE

ZWILLING’s signature ice-hardened FRIODUR blades are harder, sharper, they will not stain or chip, and they retain their sharpness longer.

BALANCED BLADE

Precision forged from a single piece of steel, the SIGMAFORGE knives have an exceptionally sturdy, balanced, and flexible blade.

COMFORTABLE HANDLE

Four Star polypropylene handles are ergonomically shaped for maximum comfort in the hand, making meal prep a breeze.

QUICK CLEAN UP

No-fuss cleanup, in the dishwasher or by hand. Stain and rust-free blades.

MADE IN GERMANY

We own our cutlery factory so we can control the quality at every step of the production, ensuring knives that last a lifetime.

 
 
 
 

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ZWILLING Four Star 8-inch Chef's Knife is rated 4.8 out of 5 by 418.
Rated 5 out of 5 by from 34 years and still going! I bought this knife after starting my first job out of college. My friends and family thought I was crazy. I also bought a 4" pairing knife and a steel. To this day, both the 10" is my #1 trusted knife. It cuts, slices, crushes - it is an extension of my right hand in the kitchen. I have 13 Henckels knives, including 3 Miyabi (a Birchwood, a Morimoto and a Kaizen), 3 Mikado, one Pro "S" and two "cheap" Henckels. My four-star knives are my favorites and my three work horses: the 10" Chef's, 6" utility, and 4" paring. If you want a knife that will never let you down, get this one!
Date published: 2018-07-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from As perfect as the 8" but a pinch smaller This has become my "other" favorite knife since purchasing a year ago. My favorite is the 8" version. The price was so fair that I had to have it. The 7" blade opens up versatile uses such as paring with the heel of the blade near the bolster and mincing shallots and garlic with the tip since the shorter blade is easy to control. if you don't have a lot of room to prep food but still want a full and solid chef knife, this is perfect. The handle is very comfortable to hold on to for hours on end. I hope that this 40 year Anniversary knife with its amazing price will encourage cooks to try out a great product.
Date published: 2018-03-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The workhorse of all knife tasks This has been my favorite knife for decades. I used to baby it and keep it for home use only but recently have been using it daily at work. Zwilling boasts that the knife has been made exactly the same from day one in the 70's as it is now. This is the most durable knife that I have ever used and owned. The blade is tapered to a whisper thin bevel and stays sharp as it is easy to hone and sharpen when needed. If you require a solid and nearly maintenance free knife I highly recommend Four Star knives.
Date published: 2018-03-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from A knife of many years My family has been using this knife (an older version) for decades. It finally broke under heat and duress, and my mother bought the upgraded version (Four Star II). When I moved out on my own, I bought this version because 1) I knew it would last me years 2) doesn’t need frequent sharpening and 3) liked the feel of this one in my hand. When sharpened, it cuts precisely and beautifully. The Zwilling store associates were more than helpful and accommodating, and they allowed me to test many knives before I chose this one. I was willing to invest my time and money knowing from personal experience that a Zwilling knife would last me many years.
Date published: 2020-10-08
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The best knife I have ever used in my life I grew up in a Caribbean household so since a young age I’ve always been tasked with preparing the ingredients for a lot of our family meals. My mom is frugal,So she would never spend more than 20 on a knife. This knife is amazing. The moment I picked it up I felt a difference. It has a little bit of weight to it, nice grip and sharp. Cutting vegetables and meat is so smooth and easy to do now. It will barely feel like you are doing any work. I bought this on sales at Macy. This is hand down one of the best kitchen purchases I have made. Even if you can’t get it on sale it’s so worth it to get full price too.
Date published: 2020-07-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Just Right This knife is exactly what I was looking for! The Four Star line of knives is made in Germany and is made with the Zwilling Special Formula steel which is guaranteed for life, easy to sharpen and holds an edge for a very long time. Sharper than some of the other German knives on the market with a 15 degree angle instead of the the traditional 20 degree. Very well balanced and is so comforta I can finally do some serious chopping without having to take long breaks between jobs. Bought one as a gift for my daughter and she is just as pleased with it. Guess I'll have to by another one for my other daughter!
Date published: 2020-06-08
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Super sharp knife I bought this knife to complete the 7 piece set I bought the same day (07/2020). They are hands down the best knives I have ever used in my life. I cook a lot, and I didn’t know how hard I was working to chop veggies, until I got this knives. They are super light in weight and are very sharp. This one fits perfectly in the set of 7. The steak knives are not from Zwilling since I didn’t have enough to purchase them, but I will as soon as I have some fun money saved up to spend.
Date published: 2021-02-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Supremely sharp My Son bought this for me several years ago for my birthday. I've had an original set of Chicago Cutlery knives that I purchased in 1978, that I still use daily (I love to cook). The J.A. Henkle knife is much superior and I've kept it reserved for special use like slicing fresh tomatoes...wish I could an entire set!! Superior in every way to all the other knives I've ever owned!
Date published: 2019-07-31
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can I purchase a replacement handle, mine melted?

Asked by: rogercherry
Hi, we are sorry no. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Support Service Center. Here is our website link: https://www.zwilling.com/us/magazine/support-center.html Our dedicated representatives are available to assist you in any way possible.
Answered by: ZWILLING
Date published: 2024-12-28

What is the sharpening angle of this knife, 31071-200mm?

Asked by: gus52
Hi 15 Degrees on each side.
Answered by: ZWILLING
Date published: 2023-08-25

What is is the matter it is made of? (ie high carbon steel, stainless)

Asked by: RedSnowOnline
Special formula high carbon no stain steel.
Answered by: ZWILLING
Date published: 2022-06-20

Hello, I ordered this knife (8” chef) and no matter how I sharpen it the edge has very small chips and burrs on it. I can’t get a smooth edge even using an 800 grit stone. It looks like the metal is just flaking and chipping. What can I do? Warranty?

Asked by: Zebra 6
Thank you for contacting Zwilling! Thank you for your review and for your feedback. We are very sorry to hear this has happened. We will assist you by emailing directly. Regards, Zwilling
Answered by: ZWILLING
Date published: 2021-10-21

Someone threw out my 40 year old four star 6" chefs knife, my daughter replaced it with matching blade,but the blade is much thinner than the original.Can you suggest a model with a 3/16" thick blade. The one she got was 0.12 Help!.

Asked by: RickyNewz
Thank you for contacting Zwilling! We will email you directly with assistance to your question. Thank you
Answered by: ZWILLING
Date published: 2021-06-23

How wide is this  knife at its widest point?

Asked by: CDV39
This knife is 1.5" at its widest.
Answered by: ZWILLING
Date published: 2019-10-21

Is a sheath sold for this knife other than the plastic sleeve in which it comes ?

Asked by: drayburg
Yes, you may shop our sheaths and other storage options here: https://www.zwillingonline.com/cutlery-zwilling-storage.html
Answered by: ZWILLING
Date published: 2018-06-12

I just received this knife as a gift, I can't wait to try it out, but can I get a blade cover anywhere?

Asked by: Kemp
Yes, you may shop sheaths and other storage options here: https://www.zwillingonline.com/cutlery-zwilling-storage.html
Answered by: ZWILLING
Date published: 2018-05-17
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