Forged Boning Knife, Full Tang, Black POM, Solingen, 5 in.

Molybdenum/Vanadium (X50CrMo V15 steel) blade, provides maximum sharpness and edge retention. Forged blades are made in an intricate, multi-step process. Ice tempered to create a hardened blade that will sustain its sharpness longer and give desired effect when re-sharpened. Traditional hot-drop forging creates a superior steel product with increased elasticity and maximum internal strength. Forged blades are typically thicker and heavier than stamped blades. Forged blades are often considered superior to stamped blades, and are often preferred by chefs.

Forschner is the high-end cutlery division of Victorinox, the same company that makes Swiss Army Knives. Forschner began making professional-style cutlery in 1881 and has a dedicated following among many chefs and barbecue experts. These knives are very sharp, very high quality, and very reasonably priced. Cook's Illustrated consistently rates Forschner knives a best buy in their knife testing.

All Victorinox Swiss Army cutlery products are backed by a lifetime guarantee against manufacturer's defects.