The Steelite WL970528 Walco Steer Steak Knife 8 3/8" Round Tip is a professional-grade cutlery tool designed for precise slicing in commercial foodservice environments. Featuring a stainless steel blade measuring 4 inches in length and a total length of 8 3/8 inches, this stamped knife offers durability and reliable edge retention. The red polywood handle provides a secure grip and withstands frequent washings, making it suitable for high-volume restaurant and hotel operations. Its technical construction optimizes performance during meat portioning and fine carving tasks, ensuring sharp, consistent cuts with minimal effort—an essential component for foodservice professionals focused on presentation and efficiency.
Top Steelite WL970528 Features
The Steelite WL970528 steak knife combines a stainless steel blade with a resilient polywood handle, enabling precise cuts and easy maintenance in busy kitchens. Its 8 3/8-inch length adapts well for restaurant service, while the rounded tip ensures safety without sacrificing cutting performance. Designed for commercial kitchens, it withstands repeated use and cleaning cycles, ideal for steak houses, catering, and banquet settings. Its stamped style enhances ease of sharpening and handling, facilitating high workflow throughput.
- Functionality: Designed for clean cuts and meat slicing accuracy.
- Durability: Made with high-grade stainless steel blade resistant to corrosion.
- Ease of Maintenance: Polywood handle cleans easily and resists fading or cracking.
- Use Case: Perfect for carving steaks and main course meat portions.
- Workflow Benefit: Streamlined handling and swift cleaning support high-volume service operations.
Ideal for professional kitchens requiring reliable and sharp steak knives.
Steelite WL970528 Technical Specs
The Steelite WL970528 steak knife features a stainless steel blade with a 4-inch length, mounted on a durable polywood handle, making it robust for frequent commercial use. It weighs approximately 1.8 lbs, ensuring stability during slicing. The handle material is non-porous, facilitating sanitary cleaning, while the stamped blade style supports effortless sharpening. Operating within standard foodservice temperature ranges, the knife maintains critical edge integrity and handle resilience under typical dishwashing conditions. It complies with industry standards for food safety and sanitation, suitable for high-turnover restaurant settings. This model ships primarily in packs and is available for broad distribution, with a typical shipping time of 10-12 weeks.
- Handle Material: Polywood, resistant to heat and moisture.
- Blade Length: 4 inches for precision carving.
- Weight: 1.8 pounds, weight-balanced for ergonomics.
- Construction: Stainless steel blade, stamped style for durability.
- Operating Range: Safe up to standard commercial cleaning temperatures.
- Dimensions: 8.37 inches overall length, handle supported for stability.
- Food Safety: Material is compliant and easy to sanitize.
- Shipment Info: Typically ships in 10-12 weeks, no white glove service included.
What is a commercial steak knife
A commercial steak knife is a professional cutlery tool designed for high-volume foodservice use, featuring durable materials such as stainless steel blades and sturdy handles like polywood. The Steelite WL970528 is an example, equipped with a stainless steel blade that measures 4 inches, capable of precise slicing during meat service in restaurants, hotels, and catering operations. It is installed in various kitchen stations for meat carving, offering a combination of sharpness, durability, and safety for restaurant-quality presentation and efficient workflow.
Top Steak Knives for Meat Preservation and Efficiency in Hospitality Settings
The Steelite WL970528 steak knife provides robust construction, precise cutting capacity, and ergonomic handling, making it ideal for moderate-throughput kitchens requiring reliable meat carving tools. Manufactured by Steelite International, this model excels in high-volume restaurant service, hotel dining, and catering environments that demand durable, restaurant-ready cutlery.
- Operation Type — suitable for busy restaurant kitchens
- Foodservice Environment — optimized for compact commercial spaces
- Product Category — ideal for steak and meat carving
- Workload Qualification — withstands moderate throughput
- Use Case — designed for easy, precise meat portioning and serving
Why Choose Steelite WL970528
Compared to other commercial steak knives, the Steelite WL970528 features a corrosion-resistant stainless steel blade with a 4-inch cutting edge, combined with a resilient polywood handle designed for longevity and comfort. Its stamped style facilitates sharpening while its overall length and weight provide a balanced grip, improving cutting accuracy and workflow. This model’s construction ensures sanitation compatibility, and its proven durability makes it suitable for high-frequency use, supporting efficient food preparation in demanding foodservice environments.
- Compact footprint fits seamlessly into busy kitchen prep lines
- Self-contained design ensures easy cleaning and maintenance
- High-grade stainless steel blade resists rust and dulling
- Ergonomic handle for improved grip during extended use
- Suitable for restaurant-ready meat carving applications
