--- product_id: 1668856 title: "8 Inch Rosewood Chef's Knife" brand: "victorinox" price: "R2781" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Victorinox" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1668856-8-inch-rosewood-chefs-knife store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Elegant, hand-polished rosewood handle 8-inch razor-sharp stainless steel blade Perfectly balanced with triple rivets 8 Inch Rosewood Chef's Knife **Brand:** victorinox **Price:** R2781 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔪 Elevate your kitchen game with Swiss precision and timeless style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 8 Inch Rosewood Chef's Knife by victorinox - **How much does it cost?** R2781 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1668856-8-inch-rosewood-chefs-knife) ## Best For - victorinox enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted victorinox brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Timeless Elegance:** Hand-polished rosewood handle combines luxury with ergonomic comfort for all-day prep. - • **Balanced for Mastery:** Expertly weighted and triple-riveted for superior control and durability in every cut. - • **Precision Cutting Power:** Razor-sharp 8-inch stainless steel blade for effortless slicing, dicing, and chopping. - • **Versatile Kitchen Essential:** Designed to tackle every task from mincing herbs to slicing tough-skinned veggies with ease. - • **Lifetime Swiss Craftsmanship:** Backed by Victorinox’s legendary quality and lifetime warranty—your forever kitchen companion. ## Overview The Victorinox 8 Inch Rosewood Chef's Knife features a razor-sharp stainless steel blade expertly balanced with a hand-polished rosewood handle. Trusted by professionals and home chefs alike, this versatile knife excels at chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing. Crafted in Switzerland since 1884, it offers lifetime durability backed by a warranty, making it an essential, elegant tool for any modern kitchen. ## Description A TRUSTED FAVORITEAn elegant addition to any kitchen, the 8" Victorinox Rosewood Chef's Knife can handle nearly every kitchen task imaginable. Crafted with a comfortable handle, superior weight and balance, and a razor sharp edge that rarely requires re-sharpening, this knife is an essential tool for every kitchen.KEY FEATURES High-quality, lightweight European steel. Handle design reduces hand and wrist fatigue. Fit for dicing, mincing, chopping, slicing, and shredding. Long, sloping curved blade that “rocks” for effortless mincing and chopping. Flat spine for extra power to slice through hard-skinned items. Hand polished rosewood handle for a secure and comfortable grip no matter the hand size. Dishwasher safe & easy to sharpen. CARE AND USEBe good to your knives and they’ll be good to you. Following these simple guidelines will ensure that you get the longest life out of your knife! CLEANINGVictorinox Swiss Army recommends washing all knives by hand. For best results, hand wash your knives with a soapy cloth and dry immediately. While Fibrox Pro knives are dishwasher safe, we recommend hand washing as dishwashers are designed to spray water at a relatively high pressure, which can jostle the silverware and cause the knives to collide, dulling the edge.SHARPENINGFor optimum performance, knives should be honed after every couple of uses. Proper and frequent use of a honing steel will keep your knives sharper and performing at their best.FORMERLY FORSCHNERIn 1937 Victorinox began selling cutlery in America through a Connecticut distributor called R.H. Forschner & Co. A well-known manufacturer of butcher scales, Forschner soon became the exclusive U.S. distributor for Victorinox knives, and was the name by which Victorinox knives were known. Review: Great blade, looks great, price is right - Wow. Where do I begin? This is only my second chef knife. I was back and forth between this version and the fibrox version, but settled in this one due to preferring the look and feel of a wood grip. I'm no expert on knives, but I love when things work the way they are meant to and I'm obsessive about efficiency. This knife is a dream to use. The blade shape: perfect size. The curved edge allows a really nice rocking motion that helps you cut veggies and meat faster. Sharpness: This thing arrives INSANELY sharp. I put it to the test cutting a sweet potato. You would have thought sweet potatoes weren't sweet potatoes...I know that's a weird way to put it, but my least favorite thing about sweet potatoes was cutting them. Actually I cut the end off my thumb accidentally, because this is such a good knife you can prep food really fast. I am dumb, I know. The good news is as soon as I wrapped up my thumb, I wanted to get right back to cutting up veggies. The grip: BEAUTIFUL rosewood. I'm sure it's not the same quality as a Victorinox from 30 years ago, but I've had no issue. I highly recommend some sort of cover for the blade. I never use a block, but there are other options available. There are plastic guards for the blade or you can keep it in one of those rolled up pouches. I keep mine in a drawer currently, but I want to wait until I have more good knives to find a good solution. This review is a bit all over the place, because I'm not great at reviewing things. But in conclusion, if you are looking to upgrade your go-to knife, and your cooking enjoyment, you will not be disappointed with this knife. Its a joy to use. Review: Higher quality steel than your average kitchen knife - Purchased the rosewood variant for myself about 7 months ago, since then I use it regularly at home, cooking at other's houses, and at work in the kitchen. The first thing you'll notice is how shiny it is, even after 7 months of use it is extremely shiny. It is perfectly balanced right where you should pinch the back of the blade for a proper grip, and is noticeably lighter than your average fibrox grip kozini knife. The back of the blade is about as thick as a kozini, but instead of being one big fat piece of metal with a bevel along one edge the entire height of the metal tapers down to the edge, allowing it to get significantly sharper and stay sharp longer than a fat blade. I haven't noticed any strange smells from the handle as some reviews say, but mine has never seen a dishwasher. Dishwashing a wooden handled knife will damage the wood over time, always hand wash. I have noticed a slight opening on the handle where food can get caught, so be sure to pay attention to the nooks and crannies while cleaning. Unfortunately I have dropped it twice onto kitchen tile, once landing on the side and once landing on the edge (not the tip). The edge got some minor chipping that was reduced to just visual scratching after a few sharpenings. The edge cuts as cleanly as the day I opened it when properly sharpened and honed. It's not the fanciest knife you'll ever buy, but it is a high quality knife at a price where you can comfortably use it in the workplace. Just don't let the new guy pick it up, or he'll cut off his fingertips. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0019WZEUE | | ASIN | B0019WZEUE | | Best Sellers Rank | #156,616 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #561 in Chef's Knives | | Blade Color | Silver | | Blade Edge | Plain | | Blade Material Type | Stainless Steel | | BladeLength | 8 Inches | | Brand Name | Victorinox | | Color | Rosewood | | Construction Type | Stamped | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,043) | | Date First Available | March 18, 2008 | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00046928470204 | | Handle Material | Stainless,Stainless Steel,Steel | | Included Components | Knife | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes | | Is the item dishwasher safe? | Yes | | Item Length | 8 Inches | | Item Type Name | Victorinox 8 Inch Rosewood Chef's Knife | | Item Weight | 0.5 Pounds | | Item model number | 47020 | | Manufacturer | Victorinox Swiss Army | | Manufacturer | Victorinox Swiss Army | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime warranty against original manufacturer's defects | | Product Dimensions | 13.5 x 2.13 x 0.75 inches; 8 ounces | | UPC | 046928470204 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Blade Edge:** Plain - **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel - **Brand:** Victorinox - **Color:** Rosewood - **Handle Material:** Stainless,Stainless Steel,Steel ## Images ![8 Inch Rosewood Chef's Knife - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61WxxiVHRdL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: which would you recommend the Fibrox or the Rosewood handle?** A: It really is personal preference. The Rosewood has the advantage of a better appearance. The Fibrox has a more secure grip but not as attractive. The cutting edge is the same.Chefs Corner Store **Q: Has the wooden handle deteriorated due to washing with water daily for anyone using this knife so long, through the years? wood doesn't like water!** A: I do something terrible with these knives. I run them through the dishwasher once, which removes most of the clear finish on the handle. I then sand the wood with very fine (220 grit) sandpaper until they are smooth, bare wood. Then I oil them to within an inch of their lives with Boos Butcher Block Mystery Oil. I only hand wash after that and re-oil as needed. 20+ years on of practically daily use and they are still beautiful and functional. **Q: Does this knife come with a sheath to protect the blade in a drawer? And I'm not talking about a folded over piece of plastic/cardboard.** A: No, it comes in a package that consists of cardboard backing and clear plastic over top of knife that is molded to form over knife to keep it in place until the knife is removed from the packaging. Once removed there is nothing to protect the knife. **Q: What are the pros/cons for fibrox ffp vs. rosewood?** A: FFP just stands for frustration free packaging. Fibrox handles are a light weight, durable plastic that can be put in the dishwasher. Rosewood handles are not dishwasher safe and it is recommended to treat the handles occasionally with conventional cooking oil to refresh the wood grain and prevent the ingress of moisture. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great blade, looks great, price is right *by A***A on January 31, 2016* Wow. Where do I begin? This is only my second chef knife. I was back and forth between this version and the fibrox version, but settled in this one due to preferring the look and feel of a wood grip. I'm no expert on knives, but I love when things work the way they are meant to and I'm obsessive about efficiency. This knife is a dream to use. The blade shape: perfect size. The curved edge allows a really nice rocking motion that helps you cut veggies and meat faster. Sharpness: This thing arrives INSANELY sharp. I put it to the test cutting a sweet potato. You would have thought sweet potatoes weren't sweet potatoes...I know that's a weird way to put it, but my least favorite thing about sweet potatoes was cutting them. Actually I cut the end off my thumb accidentally, because this is such a good knife you can prep food really fast. I am dumb, I know. The good news is as soon as I wrapped up my thumb, I wanted to get right back to cutting up veggies. The grip: BEAUTIFUL rosewood. I'm sure it's not the same quality as a Victorinox from 30 years ago, but I've had no issue. I highly recommend some sort of cover for the blade. I never use a block, but there are other options available. There are plastic guards for the blade or you can keep it in one of those rolled up pouches. I keep mine in a drawer currently, but I want to wait until I have more good knives to find a good solution. This review is a bit all over the place, because I'm not great at reviewing things. But in conclusion, if you are looking to upgrade your go-to knife, and your cooking enjoyment, you will not be disappointed with this knife. Its a joy to use. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Higher quality steel than your average kitchen knife *by M***T on December 20, 2017* Purchased the rosewood variant for myself about 7 months ago, since then I use it regularly at home, cooking at other's houses, and at work in the kitchen. The first thing you'll notice is how shiny it is, even after 7 months of use it is extremely shiny. It is perfectly balanced right where you should pinch the back of the blade for a proper grip, and is noticeably lighter than your average fibrox grip kozini knife. The back of the blade is about as thick as a kozini, but instead of being one big fat piece of metal with a bevel along one edge the entire height of the metal tapers down to the edge, allowing it to get significantly sharper and stay sharp longer than a fat blade. I haven't noticed any strange smells from the handle as some reviews say, but mine has never seen a dishwasher. Dishwashing a wooden handled knife will damage the wood over time, always hand wash. I have noticed a slight opening on the handle where food can get caught, so be sure to pay attention to the nooks and crannies while cleaning. Unfortunately I have dropped it twice onto kitchen tile, once landing on the side and once landing on the edge (not the tip). The edge got some minor chipping that was reduced to just visual scratching after a few sharpenings. The edge cuts as cleanly as the day I opened it when properly sharpened and honed. It's not the fanciest knife you'll ever buy, but it is a high quality knife at a price where you can comfortably use it in the workplace. Just don't let the new guy pick it up, or he'll cut off his fingertips. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Full Tang, Beautiful wood, Craftsmanship *by A***D on September 11, 2024* I love allllllll of my Victoronix items. I have commercial kitchen grade knives, I have full tang spatulas, and recently added this knife to the collection. The versatility and sharp edge are exactly what one needs for flexibility in the kitchen. The value of this item is truly under stated as it will last a lifetime if cared for properly. I love this style of handle and the quality of wood. It reminds me of the set my dad was given from his kitchen staff. Sadly that set was lost, but items like this bring back those fond memories and allow me to cut with the quality precision one needs in the kitchen. ## Frequently Bought Together - Victorinox 8 Inch Rosewood Chef's Knife - Victorinox Rosewood Paring Knife - Premium Kitchen & Home Essentials - Cooking Knife Cuts Fruits & Vegetables with Ease - Wood Handle, 3.25" - Victorinox 7 Inch Rosewood Santoku Knife with Granton Blade (6.8520.17RUS3) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1668856-8-inch-rosewood-chefs-knife](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1668856-8-inch-rosewood-chefs-knife) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-26*