Boker Core Professional Bread Knife

'What do Trier, Wiesbaden, Münster and Lüneburg have in common? Beyond historic old towns, landmarks known far beyond their regions and a long tradition as important trading centres, they are also home to outstanding cutlery retailers. These shops have earned their reputations over decades through wide selections and expert advice. We drew on their long experience and everyday knowledge of cooks’ needs when developing the Boker Core series, combining that insight with nearly 150 years of Solingen knife-making expertise.\n\nThe result is a knife range with dynamic lines, excellent balance and remarkable cutting performance that has been rated “recommended by leading retailers.” Each blade begins as a solid slug of chrome‑molybdenum‑vanadium steel (X50CrMoV15), a material ideal for premium kitchen knives. The steel is hand-forged in Solingen, structurally optimized and hardened to 58 HRC. A traditional hand grind is then highly polished to extend edge life and refine cutting ability.\n\nThe forged bolster provides a secure grip and helps prevent injuries in case of a slip. A distinguishing feature of the series is the gently rounded spine, which makes the knives comfortable to use in any grip and prevents pressure points on the hand—even when applying strong force for a rocking cut. The ergonomically proportioned handles are made of a high-quality synthetic material, making them highly moisture-resistant and suitable for professional kitchens where strict hygiene is required.\n\nThe bread knife in the range features a specially designed serration and a long blade, allowing it to slice bread and other firm foods cleanly without crushing them, unlike a classic chef’s knife.'