3-Piece Knife Set - Retro Series (PM8S)

This is the essential trio for any serious cook. We’ve carefully selected three indispensable blades—the all-purpose chef knife, the versatile utility knife, and the precision paring knife—to create a perfectly balanced set. It’s the ideal starter kit or a comprehensive upgrade for your daily prep.

Your Essential Trio

This set combines the three knives you'll reach for every single day:

• The 8.5" Chef Knife: Your new go-to. This is the ultimate all-rounder, perfectly shaped for 90% of your kitchen tasks, from chopping vegetables to slicing meat.
• The 5.9" Utility Knife: The perfect mid-sized knife for smaller tasks like trimming and slicing fruits, vegetables, and cheeses.
• The 3.5" Paring Knife: An extension of your hand, designed for all the in-hand, precision jobs where a big chef knife is just too clumsy.

High-Performance Steel

The blade's secret is its 3-layer composite steel. At its core is a high-performance 10Cr15CoMoV steel, vacuum heat-treated to 60±2 HRC. This hardness allows for a screaming-sharp edge and incredible edge retention. The outer layers are made of softer SUS410 stainless steel, providing added durability and corrosion resistance.

Classic Styling

The Retro Series features a classic octagonal handle made from premium red wood (rosewood) and black buffalo horn. This ergonomic design provides a comfortable and secure grip, even when wet.

Specifications:

• Blade Material: 3-layer 10Cr15CoMoV composite steel
• Handle Material: Red wood (rosewood) + black buffalo horn
• HRC: 60-62
• Chef Knife Length: 8.5 inches
• Utility Knife Length: 5.9 inches
• Paring Knife Length: 3.5 inches
• Chef Knife Weight: 181g
• Construction: Full tang (inferred)
• Edge Angle: 15°±1° per side
• Heat Treatment: Vacuum deep-cooling
• Finish: Stonewashed with hamon line

Complete Your Set

Expand your collection with other knives from the HEZHEN Retro Series. From bread knives to boning knives, we have the perfect blade for every task.