{"product_id":"puma-ip-8-cleaver-knife","title":"PUMA IP 8″ Cleaver – Damascus kitchen knife with VG10 core, 198 mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePUMA IP 8″ Cleaver – broad Damascus kitchen knife with VG10 core\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dealing with larger ingredients on the cutting board, a broad blade provides more working surface. The \u003cstrong\u003ePUMA IP 8″ Cleaver\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a \u003cstrong\u003e198 mm long and approx. 65 mm wide blade\u003c\/strong\u003e with an edge-retentive VG10 core and a dimensionally stable Pakkawood handle. This Damascus kitchen knife is designed for anyone who values thoughtful design, select materials, and controlled cutting in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis model belongs to the PUMA IP kitchen knife series, designed by the German knifemaker and specialized author \u003cstrong\u003eErnst Siebeneicher-Hellwig\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its striking blade shape and visible Damascus pattern make it a characterful tool for the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe most important features at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad kitchen knife blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 198 mm long and approx. 65 mm wide, also for larger food items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e67-layer blade construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG10 core with 33 outer steel layers per side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese VG10 core steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, high-carbon steel for an edge-retentive cutting edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce-hardened to approx. 60 HRC:\u003c\/strong\u003e for high hardness and good durability with proper use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePakkawood handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensionally stable handle material with a wood-like character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful design:\u003c\/strong\u003e created by Ernst Siebeneicher-Hellwig.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eStriking Damascus look:\u003c\/strong\u003e visible structure of the multi-layered blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e67 layers of Damascus with an edge-retentive VG10 core\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the blade is \u003cstrong\u003eV-Gold No.10, or VG10 for short\u003c\/strong\u003e. This Japanese stainless steel forms the core layer and the knife's edge. On both sides, there are 33 additional layers in which the steels SUS 430 and SUS 431 alternate. Together, this results in a construction of \u003cstrong\u003e67 stainless steel layers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is \u003cstrong\u003eice-hardened to about 60 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e. The high hardness supports edge retention: with a suitable cutting surface, careful maintenance, and proper use, the edge can maintain its sharpness for a long time. How often it needs to be resharpened depends on usage, the surface, and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA broad blade for preparing fresh ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a blade length of almost 20 cm, the \u003cstrong\u003ePUMA IP Cleaver\u003c\/strong\u003e provides space for longer cuts and larger food items. It is suitable for cutting and portioning vegetables, boneless meat, and fish fillets. The broad blade surface gives it its independent character within the PUMA IP kitchen knife series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e The broad shape is not an authorization to split bones or process frozen food. Use the finely ground, hard edge for controlled cutting tasks. Avoid impacts, levering movements, and lateral twisting in the material being cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePakkawood handle and functional design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is made of \u003cstrong\u003ePakkawood\u003c\/strong\u003e, a densified wood material bonded with synthetic resin. It combines the visual warmth of wood with high dimensional stability. The coordinated handle-blade design supports comfortable handling during food preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a total length of \u003cstrong\u003e335 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, the knife weighs \u003cstrong\u003e255 g\u003c\/strong\u003e. The combination of a broad blade and a Pakkawood handle results in a substantial kitchen tool for chefs who prefer this knife style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical data and materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003ePUMA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003ePUMA IP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003e8″ Cleaver Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003e821201\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eKnife type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003eBroad, fixed-blade kitchen knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003eErnst Siebeneicher-Hellwig\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003e198 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBlade width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003eApprox. 65 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBlade construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003e67 layers: VG10 core and 33 outer layers per side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCore steel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003eJapanese V-Gold No.10 stainless steel, VG10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOuter steel layers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003eSUS 430 and SUS 431 alternating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003eApprox. 60 HRC, ice-hardened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003e335 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eKnife weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003e255 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n      \u003ctd\u003ePakkawood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × PUMA IP 8″ Cleaver kitchen knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eEnclosed manufacturer's care instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully clean the Damascus kitchen knife by hand after use with a mild dish soap and then dry the blade and handle completely. Avoid the dishwasher, prolonged soaking, as well as aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents. Even stainless steel can corrode under unfavorable conditions; therefore, remove acidic and salty residues promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse a suitable cutting board made of wood or knife-friendly plastic. Glass, stone, and metal can damage the blade or cause it to dull prematurely. For resharpening, use sharpening tools intended for hard kitchen knives or a professional sharpening service. Observe the enclosed care instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStore the knife in a dry place in a suitable knife block or in its packaging. The edge should be protected from contact with other objects. For transport, a suitable blade guard or a secure container is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIntended use and safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife is intended for the \u003cstrong\u003epreparation of food and general cutting tasks in the kitchen\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharp blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cuts and puncture injuries are possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eNot a toy. Keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eOnly work on a stable, slip-resistant, and suitable cutting surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep fingers away from the cutting area and ensure a secure grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not use for splitting bones, cutting frozen food, levering, or opening cans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eNever catch a falling knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eDiscontinue use if the blade is damaged or the handle is loose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eObserve manufacturer instructions as well as applicable regulations regarding transport and carrying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions about the PUMA IP Cleaver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the PUMA IP 8″ Cleaver suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe broad kitchen knife is suitable for controlled cutting tasks during food preparation, such as dividing vegetables and portioning boneless meat and fish fillets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I chop bones with this knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDo not use the knife for splitting bones or for frozen food items. Despite the broad blade shape, the focus is on cutting performance. Hard impacts and lateral loads can damage the cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the entire blade consist of VG10?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eNo. VG10 forms the core and the cutting edge. On each side, there are 33 additional layers of alternating SUS 430 and SUS 431 steels. The blade consists of 67 layers in total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a hardness of approx. 60 HRC mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eHRC denotes the hardness according to the Rockwell scale. For this kitchen knife, approx. 60 HRC stands for a hard, edge-retentive blade. A suitable cutting surface and avoiding impact and levering loads are correspondingly important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Damascus knife be put in the dishwasher?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eClean the knife by hand and dry it immediately afterward. Cleaning in the dishwasher can unnecessarily stress the blade, the edge, and the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Pakkawood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePakkawood is a densified wood material bonded with synthetic resin. It is used for knife handles because of its dimensional stability and its wood look. This handle should also not be left in water for extended periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eManufacturer and Contact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePUMA GmbH IP Solingen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  An den Eichen 20–22\u003cbr\u003e\n  42699 Solingen\u003cbr\u003e\n  Germany\u003cbr\u003e\n  E-mail: \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@pumaknives.de\"\u003einfo@pumaknives.de\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery by our partner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is \u003cstrong\u003edelivered directly to you by our partner\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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