The KitchenAid Gourmet range include all the essential knives needed to perform everyday food prep tasks, such as slicing, cutting, chopping, trimming and more. Each forged blade is expertly crafted using high-carbon Japanese steel for a professional, quality cut every time. Constructed for perfect stability and control, the handles are well-balanced and feature a triple-riveted construction for a secure, comfortable grip. Each knife includes a custom fit blade cover for storage. A KitchenAid chef knife is the work horse of the kitchen, because it is ideal for a variety of cutting tasks. Including chopping, dicing, slicing and mincing.