Can you tell me what the exact steel type is? Like VG-10, 1080/84, 1095, etc?

There is not a universal grading for stainless steel in regards to cutlery. The Babish knives are 1.4116 German steel. The comparative most often used in U.S. cutlery circles would be 420HC which is which is used for cutlery, custom knives and surgical tools with the carbon factor it improves the hardness and offers wear and corrosion resistance.

What is the hardness of the steel, and what steel is it exactly? vg-10, aus-8, what? "high-carbon german steel" is applicable to so many things.

There is not a universal grading for stainless steel in regards to cutlery. The Babish knives are 1.4116 German steel. The comparative most often used in U.S. cutlery circles would be 420HC which is which is used for cutlery, custom knives and surgical tools with the carbon factor it improves the hardness and offers wear and corrosion resistance.

Does Andrew Rea use these knives?

Thank you for your interest in our Babish knives. Yes Andrew is using the knives that he helped design and that carry his brand.

For sharping purposes, whats the angle of the blade?

I read on the internet 17 to 20 degrees is the sharpening angle. But do your on research. I have not had to sharpen this knife.

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Babish 8-Inch Chef Knife – High-Carbon German 1.4116 Steel Kitchen Knife – Professional Cutlery for Precise Slicing and Chopping

Babish 8-Inch Chef Knife – High-Carbon German 1.4116 Steel Kitchen Knife – Professional Cutlery for Precise Slicing and Chopping

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Blade Edge
Plain
Blade Material
High Carbon
Brand
Babish
Color
Stainless ABS
Handle Material
Stainless Abs

🔪8-inch precision blade

⚙️Forged from single high-carbon steel piece

🖐️Ergonomic full-tang ABS handle

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Description

🔪 Slice Like a Pro, Impress Like a Boss

BALANCED COMFORT GRIP - Full-tang ABS handle designed for fatigue-free chopping and slicing
RAZOR SHARP PRECISION - Tempered and hand-ground for unmatched slicing accuracy
DURABLE GERMAN ENGINEERING - Crafted from premium 1.4116 high-carbon steel for long-lasting edge retention
PRO LEVEL MAINTENANCE TIPS - Easily sharpen with whetstone or professional service to keep peak performance
VERSATILE KITCHEN POWERHOUSE - Perfect for chopping, dicing, mincing, and slicing all your culinary creations

The Babish 8-Inch Chef Knife is a professional-grade kitchen essential forged from a single piece of high-carbon German 1.4116 steel. Its tempered, taper-ground blade delivers razor-sharp precision, while the full-tang ABS handle ensures a balanced, comfortable grip for all-day cooking. Ideal for chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing, this versatile knife combines durability with ergonomic design, making it a must-have for serious home chefs and culinary pros alike.

Specifications

ASIN	B08WJS3KVB
Best Sellers Rank	#30,303 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #60 in Chef's Knives
Blade Color	Silver
Blade Edge	Plain
Blade Material Type	High Carbon Steel
Brand Name	Babish
Color	Stainless Blade/Black ABS Handle
Construction Type	Forged
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,221)
Global Trade Identification Number	00085081544742
Handle Material	Stainless Steel,Abs Handle,Steel
Included Components	8IN German Stainless Steel Chef Knife
Item Length	12 inches
Item Type Name	Babish Cutlery
Item Weight	320 g
Manufacturer	Gibson Overseas Inc
Manufacturer Part Number	131293.01R
Material Type	Carbon Steel
Model Number	131293.01R
Number of Items	1
Size	Chef's Knife (8")
UPC	085081544742
Unit Count	1 Count

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