A true icon for the kitchen, the ZWILLING Four Star 9-inch Bread Knife has been the first choice for home cooks and professionals since 1976. Revolutionizing top-quality cutlery with its seamless synthetic handle, this masterpiece of safety and ergonomics remains the best-selling ZWILLING series worldwide. This sturdy 23 cm (9-inch) blade is designed to glide effortlessly through large, crusty loaves without crushing the soft interior, thanks to its aggressive, sharp serration. It is equally suitable for slicing tough-skinned vegetables like pumpkins, delicate pastries, and even crispy roasts. German Engineering & SafetyEach knife is precision SIGMAFORGE forged from a single piece of Special Formula High-Carbon NO STAIN stainless steel. The deep bolster provides the right balance while acting as a safe finger guard, ensuring comfort during long periods of use. Blade Length: 9-inch (23 cm) – Extra length for handling large artisan loaves. Blade Tech: Ice-hardened FRIODUR blade starts sharper, stays sharper longer, and has superior resilience. Edge: Precision-honed, laser-controlled inverted serrated edge. Handle: Ergonomic polypropylene handle permanently bonded for seamless accuracy (no gaps for bacteria). Origin: Made in Germany. Care: Dishwasher safe, though hand wash is highly recommended. Replace bulky bread machines with the effortless precision of this classic German bread knife.