The Arc Cardinal FN179 Chef 8" Full Tang With Guard is a professional-grade chef's knife designed for precise culinary tasks in commercial kitchens. Features include a high-carbon stainless steel blade measuring approximately 8 inches in length, forging construction for durability, and a full tang with guard for enhanced stability and safety during extensive food prep. The black POM handle with stainless steel rivets offers ergonomic grip and resistance to wear, making it suitable for high-volume food service environments requiring reliable, sharp cutting tools. This knife's robust construction and precise craftsmanship support efficient slicing, dicing, and chopping operations in restaurant, catering, and institutional kitchens.
Top Arc Cardinal FN179 Features
The Arc Cardinal FN179 chef knife integrates a high-performance MoV steel blade with a forged style for ultimate durability. Its full tang with guard ensures excellent balance and safety, while the black POM handle provides ease of maintenance and a secure grip during prolonged use. Engineered for medium-volume food preparation, it excels in tasks requiring precision slicing and dicing. The knife's 8-inch length optimizes control in fast-paced culinary workflows, making it ideal for professional kitchens that demand reliable, restaurant-ready cutlery.
- Blade: High carbon stainless steel for edge retention and corrosion resistance
- Construction: Forged design with full tang for enhanced durability and safety
- Handle: Black POM with stainless steel rivets for ergonomic comfort and longevity
- Size: 8-inch blade suitable for precise slicing in high-traffic kitchens
- Maintenance: Easy to clean, dishwasher-safe, with corrosion-resistant materials
Ideal for professional kitchen chefs seeking a durable, precise slicing knife for daily culinary operations.
Arc Cardinal FN179 Technical Specs
The Arc Cardinal FN179 chef knife features a forged high-carbon stainless steel blade measuring approximately 8 inches, with a weight of 5.07 lbs. Its handle is constructed from durable POM in black, secured with stainless steel rivets, and designed for ergonomic comfort. The knife's full tang extends through the handle with a guard for added safety, ensuring stability during intensive food prep. The blade exhibits corrosion resistance and maintains a sharp edge with minimal maintenance. Dimensions include a blade length range of 7" to 9", making it versatile for various kitchen tasks, and the overall construction is optimized for professional culinary use. This model is discontinued but remains a classic example of quality chef's cutlery, suited for medium-workload foodservice applications requiring precision and durability.
- Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
- Construction Material: Forged high carbon stainless steel blade, POM handle with stainless steel rivets
- Blade Length: 7” - 9”
- Weight: 5.07 lbs
- Operation Environment: Suitable for high-volume or moderate workload kitchens requiring precision cutting
- Usage Conditions: Stable, well-ventilated workspace with adequate cutting surface clearance
What is a commercial chef's knife?
A commercial chef's knife is a versatile kitchen tool designed for high-volume food preparation, enabling precise slicing and dicing across a variety of ingredients. The Arc Cardinal FN179 chef knife is crafted with forged high-carbon stainless steel for durability, measuring approximately 8 inches in length and optimized for medium workload foodservice settings such as restaurants and catering operations. It is typically used on stable cutting surfaces, installed in professional kitchens for efficient workflow, and ideal for tasks requiring both control and speed, making it an essential component of culinary equipment in busy foodservice environments.
Top chef's knives for medium-volume foodservice operations
Designed for professional kitchens with moderate throughput, the Arc Cardinal FN179 chef knife offers premium craftsmanship, durability, and precise control suited for cooking environments like restaurants and catering facilities. Cardinal FN179 combines forged construction with high-carbon stainless steel and ergonomic handling, supporting efficient and safe food preparation for medium-volume foodservice tasks.
- Medium-volume food preparation in restaurant kitchens
- Compact commercial spaces requiring reliable cutlery
- Professional culinary environments demanding precision and durability
- Moderate workload settings with regular slicing and chopping tasks
- Foodservice workflows requiring high-quality, easy-to-maintain knives
Why Choose Arc Cardinal FN179
Why Choose Arc Cardinal FN179 Chef Knife Over Competing Models? Built with forged high-carbon stainless steel for superior edge retention, this knife features a full tang with guard for exceptional balance and safety. Its construction supports demanding commercial kitchen environments, and the black POM handle ensures longevity and ease of cleaning. Unlike lighter options, this knife offers durability for rigorous daily use and precise culinary performance. Its balanced design enhances workflow efficiency, making it a dependable choice for professional kitchens aiming for high standards of sanitation and cutting accuracy.
- Robust forged construction enhances durability and safety
- Full tang with guard for increased balance during use
- High-carbon stainless steel maintains sharpness longer
- Ergonomic, corrosion-resistant handle simplifies maintenance
- Versatile size suitable for multiple culinary tasks in commercial spaces
