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F.Dick Red Spirit Tanto Knife 8.5"

Item: 8175321

> Two phases of the cutting edge provide and impressive look and outstanding sharpness.
> Asian-inspired handle designed to sit perfectly in your hand.
> Non-slip, striking red handle handle, made of high-quality plastic.
> Blade made of high-alloy stainless steel.
> Blade is ground extra slim for uncompromising sharpness.
> Maintains proper edge retention.
> Expertly designed and crafted in Germany.
> An elegant addition to any home kitchen.

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CA$152.50

Details

Details

INSPIRATIONS AROUND THE GLOBE
Let yourself be inspired by our passion for knives. The Red Spirit series combines Asian craftsmanship with the virtues of German quality workmanship. The clear but striking design will make your Red Spirit knives a real eye-catcher in your kitchen. We look at the world with open eyes and are always inspired by fresh impressions and insights to create new ideas.


ASIAN-STYLE HANDLE
The round, typically Asian-inspired handle has an unusual feel to it. It sits perfectly in your hand and meets all the ergonomic requirements of professional chefs and ambitious amateur chefs. The non-slip handle made of high-quality plastic allows you to guide the knife harmoniously and comfortably – a particular advantage during intensive use.

 

MADE IN GERMANY
A good knife requires many work steps. Our Red Spirit knives go through numerous production steps at our Deizisau site before they are finished. Starting with the machining of the steel and right through to the finishing of the cutting edge, everything made in Germany – for the love of quality.

 

UNCOMPROMISING SHARPNESS
The blades are designed with an uncompromising eye for sharpness, which is why they are ground extra slim. Like all our knives, the Red Spirit series is made of high-alloy stainless steel, so you can take pleasure in the edge retention of your knives for years to come.

Instructions

Instructions

KNIFE CARE
All F. DICK knives deserve special care and attention when it comes to maintenance. Proper knife care is crucial. Knives that are forged or have a wooden handle should never be cleaned in the dishwasher. Knives with plastic handles are completely dishwasher safe; however cleaning in a dishwasher is much more aggressive than washing by hand.

The use of highly concentrated detergents, leaving the knives in hot steam for a long time and also the presence of certain food residues can lead to pitting on the blades or even corrosion. We recommend clean the knife by hand with a soft cloth and a mild alkaline detergent. Wipe your knife after cleaning to ensure that tit is thoroughly dry – this will prevent any pitting on the blade. You can occasionally maintain knives with wooden handles with food-safe oils (e.g. olive oil). The oil makes the handle nice and smooth and prevents shrinkage and cracks.


PROFESSIONAL KNIFE STORAGE
For your safety and to protect the cutting edges of the blades, we recommend that you store the knives in a suitable knife block or on a magnetic rail. When buying a knife block, make sure you buy one with enough space and horizontal slots to protect the knife blades. We recommend our own blade guard for storage in a drawer - Edge Guard. or alternatively, dimensionally accurate compartments built into the drawer.


BLADE GUARD FOR KNIVES
Blade guard – Edge Guard, the special blade guard for storage, especially in drawers. Click here to see the blade guard for blades up to 26 cm.


KNIFE BLOCK FOR KNIVES
Knife block: Knife block with tourne knife, paring knife, boning knife, carving knife, bread knife, chef's knife, meat fork, sharpening steel and kitchen shears.


HOW DO KNIVES STAY SHARP FOR A LONG TIME?
Knives stay sharp for a long time if they are only used for their intended purpose. The knives should only be used for cutting and not chopping. Bones or the like should therefore only be cut with a cleaver.


WOODEN OR PLASTIC CUTTING BASES
Hard surfaces such as stone (e.g. marble) or glass should not be used as a base, as they quickly blunt the knives.

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FAQ

FAQ

Q: What is a tanto knife?

A tanto knife is a type of blade shape originating from Japan with a pointed, chisel-like tip. Tanto is the Japanese name for a short sword. It is a strong blade, perfect for piercing and stabbing, that is commonly used in martial arts, bushcraft, and tactical applications. Friedr. Dick offers an 8.5-inch Tanto kitchen knife from the impressive Red Spirit knife series collection.

Q: What materials are tanto knives typically made of?

Traditionally, tanto knives are typically made from high-carbon stainless steel, a durable, corrosion-resistant metal. Different quality levels of carbon stainless steel are available, ranging from economical to high-end. The 8.5-inch Red Spirit Tanto knife from Friedr. Dick features a blade made of an impressive high-alloy stainless steel.

Q: How do you sharpen a tanto knife?

A sharpening steel, whetting stone, or sharpening steel alternative can be used to resharpen your Tanto knife, depending on your preference.Friedr. Dick offers many high-quality sharpening steels to get the job done right. Place the knife blade at an angle of 15° - 20° on the sharpening steel and slide the blade alternately to the left and right along the steel. Having the same number of sharpening movements on both sides is important. The sharpening movement has to begin with the end of the knife blade at the tip of the sharpening steel and be guided in a wide arc whilst applying light pressure to ensure that it ends with the tip of the knife close to the sharpening steel handle. Hold the sharpening steel away from the body at an angle. Place the sharpening steel vertically on a surface. It is important that you alternate the side of the knife that comes into contact with the sharpening steel. You should never first move one side of the knife and then the other side of the knife several times along the sharpening steel; otherwise, a curved burr will form towards the other side of the knife, which will remain after the last sharpening movement. However, only a very fine burr forms with alternate sharpening (also known as a thread), which is removed by bending it back and forth. It is vital to apply less and less pressure toward the end of the alternate sharpening movement to ensure that the fine burr becomes weaker and weaker.

Q: What are the benefits of a tanto knife?

The benefits of a tanto knife include a strong, rugged blade with a belly ideal for slicing. With two different edges at an angle, one can make controlled cuts while keeping a close eye on the cutting surface. Friedr. Dick offers an 8.5-inch Tanto kitchen knife from the impressive Red Spirit knife series collection. The two phases of the cutting edge give the Red Spirit Tanto knife an impressive and characteristic look while providing outstanding sharpness. The blade is made of high-alloy stainless steel, and the rounded red handle is designed to sit perfectly in your hand. The thicker spine of the Red Spirit Tanto knife, and the double-beveled edges are great for controlled slicing, making it easier to cut through tougher foods like root vegetables.

Q: What uses is a tanto knife suitable for?

Traditionally, a tanto knife was designed for various applications in martial arts, bushcraft, and tactical uses. However, the 8.5-inch Red Spirit Tanto knife from Friedr. Dick is designed to be used as a high-quality, everyday kitchen knife. The thicker spine of the Red Spirit Tanto knife, and the double-beveled edges are great for controlled slicing, making it easier to cut through tougher foods like root vegetables.

Q: What safety procedures should you adhere to when using a tanto knife?

You should always practice basic safety procedures when using a tanto knife. Ensuring the blade is properly sharp will help prevent you from applying unnecessary force when handling the tanto knife during food preparation. For your safety and to protect the cutting edges of the blades, Friedr. Dick recommends that you store your knives in a suitable knife block or on a magnetic rail.

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