Traditional (pointy edge) serrations on the edge allow this beautifully-made thin bladed knife to cut aggressively. This makes the Le Cordon Bleu version of this knife unique -- the other lines use a reverse (scalloped) edge which doesn't cut as agressively. I love this version and would probably choose it over the scalloped versions simply because I like crusty bread (I always make thick and crusty sourdough bread at home) and this knife will go through it better without skidding along the surface.
It really is perfect for use as a small bread knife, deli/sausage knife, or for slicing nearly anything in the kitchen. When people buy this, it often ends up being a favourite "go to" knife for just about everything...
Are you familiar with Anthony Bourdain? I loved his Kitchen Confidential book (of course!), and his FoodTV shows were great fun too. And if you've read Kitchen Confidential you'll remember his high praise for this style of knife. Here's the quote: "A genuinely useful blade, however, and one that is increasingly popular with my cronies in the field, is what's called an offset serrated knife. [...] This is a truly cool item which, once used, becomes indispensable. As the handle is not flush with the blade, but raised away from the cutting surface, you can use it not only for your traditional serrated blade needs - like slicing bread, thick-skinned tomatoes and so on - but on your full line of vegetables, spuds, meat and even fish. My sous-chef uses his for just about everything." I couldn't have said it better myself. This is an excellent example of this type of knife, featuring the legendary forged Wusthof quality and durability. Highly recommended! |
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