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Commercial Carving Knife | Fibrox Handle | 28cm Blade | Victorinox C657
£47.90
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£57.48/ inc vat
- 28cm Blade
- High Carbon Stainless Steel
- Ice-Tempered Blade
- Fibrox Handle
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Product Overview
When it comes to carving, precision is everything. This is the Victorinox Fibrox carving knife 28cm, a true kitchen workhorse from the makers of the original Swiss Army Knife. It’s designed not just to cut, but to glide through everything from a Sunday roast to a Christmas turkey with absolute ease, giving you those perfect, wafer-thin slices every single time.
Built for the demanding environment of a professional kitchen, this knife is the go-to tool for chefs, caterers, and butchers across the UK. The long, 28cm blade makes short work of large joints of meat, while the famous Fibrox handle ensures you have a safe, solid grip, even in the middle of a hectic service. It’s the perfect blend of professional-grade performance and practical, everyday usability.
Combining an ice-tempered high carbon stainless steel blade for incredible sharpness with a comfortable, non-slip handle, this knife is all about control and consistency. It’s an investment in making a tough job simpler, safer, and much more efficient. If you’re serious about your carving, this is the tool you need in your hand.
Key Features and Benefits
- 28cm Blade: Effortlessly carve large joints of beef, turkey, or ham in one clean pass.
- High Carbon Stainless Steel: Provides a razor-sharp edge that’s easy to maintain for consistent results.
- Ice-Tempered Blade: Retains its sharpness significantly longer, reducing your downtime for sharpening.
- Fibrox Handle: Offers a comfortable, warm, and secure grip, even with wet or oily hands.
- Non-Slip Grip: Drastically improves safety in a fast-paced kitchen environment, preventing accidents.
- Lightweight & Balanced: Reduces hand and wrist fatigue during long carving sessions or events.
- Dishwasher Safe: Makes for quick and easy cleanup, meeting commercial hygiene standards.
- Swiss-Made Quality: Guarantees exceptional craftsmanship and durability you can rely on for years.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Victorinox
- SKU: C657
- Blade Length: 280mm / 11"
- Total Length: 413mm
- Weight: 250g
- Blade Material: Ice-Tempered High Carbon Stainless Steel
- Handle Material: Fibrox (Thermoplastic Elastomer)
- Colour: Black
- Dishwasher Safe: Yes
Expert Review and Insights
You can feel the Victorinox quality the moment you pick this knife up. It’s beautifully balanced, making the long blade feel nimble rather than cumbersome. The real star, though, is the edge retention on the ice-tempered steel – it stays scarily sharp. For any chef who carves regularly, the Fibrox handle is a non-negotiable feature for safety and comfort during service.
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- Our Take: The blade glides through cooked meat with zero tearing, preserving texture and presentation.
- Heads-up: Its length makes it a specialist tool; it's less suited for general prep tasks.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The team at 'The Shepherd's Crook', a busy gastropub in the Cotswolds, found their Sunday carvery service was being slowed down by knives that dulled quickly, leading to inconsistent portions and frustrated chefs.
"We switched to this Victorinox carving knife and the difference was night and day. The blade just holds its edge for so much longer. Our carvery service is faster, the slices are cleaner, and the chefs are definitely happier. It just works."
Michael Davies – Head Chef
By making the switch, they improved meat yield by an estimated 5% due to the cleaner, more precise cuts, preventing waste and boosting profitability on their busiest day.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
First Use & Care
- Always wash a new knife with warm, soapy water before its first use.
- Although dishwasher safe, we always recommend hand-washing to protect the fine blade edge from harsh detergents and accidental knocks.
- Dry the knife thoroughly with a soft cloth immediately after washing to prevent water spots.
- Store it safely in a knife block, on a magnetic strip, or in a sheath to protect you and the blade.
Keeping It Going
- Use a honing steel regularly (even daily) to re-align the blade's edge and maintain its sharpness.
- Only sharpen the knife with a whetstone or professional service when honing no longer brings the edge back.
- Avoid cutting on hard surfaces like granite, glass, or metal, as this will dull the blade quickly.
- The Fibrox handle is non-porous and can be scrubbed clean to maintain perfect hygiene.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a Fibrox handle?
A: Fibrox is a trade name for a type of Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE). It's a hygienic, non-slip material that provides a secure and comfortable grip, even when your hands are wet or greasy.
Q: Is this knife flexible or stiff?
A: This is a stiff carving knife. The rigidity is essential for making long, clean, and straight cuts through large joints of meat without the blade bending.
Q: Can I use this to cut through bones?
A: No, the fine edge on this knife is designed for slicing cooked meat only. Using it on bone will damage the blade. Please use a meat cleaver or a boning knife for tasks involving bone.
Q: What is the official Victorinox model number for this knife?
A: The Victorinox model number for this specific carving knife is 5.2003.28.
Q: How is this different from a slicer or a ham knife?
A: It's very similar. Carving knives and slicing knives are often used interchangeably. Some slicers have a granton edge (with dimples) to reduce friction, but this straight-edged carver is a fantastic all-round slicing tool.
Q: How often will a professional kitchen need to sharpen this knife?
A: With regular daily honing, it will hold its edge exceptionally well. Depending on the intensity of use, it may only need a full re-sharpening with a whetstone a few times per year.
Q: Is the blade length measured from the tip to the handle?
A: Yes, the 28cm (11") measurement refers to the length of the metal blade itself, from the tip to where it meets the Fibrox handle.
Q: Is this a genuine Victorinox product?
A: Absolutely. We are an official supplier of Victorinox equipment, and this is a 100% genuine, Swiss-made commercial kitchen carving knife.
The Victorinox Promise: Swiss Precision in Every Slice
When you buy a Victorinox knife, you're not just buying a piece of steel; you're investing in over a century of Swiss precision and unwavering reliability. This is the same company that created the iconic Swiss Army Knife, and that heritage of multi-functional, dependable design is baked into every professional tool they make. For a business, this translates to predictable, consistent performance. Your chefs know that this knife will feel the same and cut the same, day in, day out, which is crucial for portion control, presentation, and reducing food waste. The long-term value is immense; its durability means fewer replacements, and its legendary edge retention means less time spent sharpening and more time serving customers. In a fast-paced professional kitchen, trust is everything, and chefs across the globe trust Victorinox to deliver.
Explore more from VictorinoxWhat Does 'Ice-Tempered' Actually Mean for Your Kitchen?
You see 'ice-tempered' on high-end knives, but what does it really do? In short, it’s a process that makes a great blade even better. After the steel is forged and heated, it's flash-cooled to sub-zero temperatures. Think of it like snap-freezing fresh peas to lock in all their goodness. This rapid cooling process forces the steel's molecules into a much tighter, more uniform structure.
For you, this means you get a blade that is significantly harder and more durable. The direct benefit? It holds its razor-sharp edge for much, much longer than a standard blade, even with heavy daily use. You'll spend less time sharpening and more time getting perfect, clean cuts. It’s a bit of science that makes a huge practical difference during a busy service.
Who Should Buy This?
- Restaurants & Pubs: An essential for the Sunday carvery, ensuring every slice of roast beef or turkey is perfect.
- Event Caterers: Offers dependable, lasting sharpness for carving stations at weddings, banquets, and corporate events.
- Butchers & Delicatessens: Provides precision for slicing cooked hams, pastrami, and other meats for counter service.
- Culinary Schools: A durable, professional-standard knife for training aspiring chefs in correct butchery and carving skills.
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