The bird's beak or French
tourne knife was initially designed for creating a specific garnish
called a Tourne. However, this knife can be used for peeling,
garnishing, and for intricate melon carving. The pointed tip is useful
for removing strawberry stems and tomato stems.
Knife Specs:
Knife Length: 6.56"
Weight: 0.9 oz
Blade Length: 2.63"
Blade Height: 0.60"
Blade Thickness: 1.5 mm
Chef Series Features:
- 2.0-2.5mm thin blades for less wedging into cuts and for producing a sharper knife.
- Original Molybdenum steel has better edge-retention and is easier to sharpen than most other brands.
- Western-style shapes with a pointed tip and a handle that is in-line
with the spine of the blade (On most knives in this series).
- Light-weight due to the lack of a bolster and the thin blade eases stress on your hand and arm.
- Razor-sharp edge that made MAC knives famous over 40 years ago.
- Completely tapered from spine to edge, creating a V-shaped blade that glides through cuts with ease.
- Perfectly balanced weight distribution creates a sense of comfort when holding the knife and keeps you in control of the blade.
- Slightly curved edge allows you to use almost any style of cutting
whether it is a European rocking motion or a Japanese slicing motion.
- Pakka wood handle has the look and feel of natural wood but lasts much longer. (Except PB-60)
- Comfortable balance, light-weight, sharp edge, and thin blade all
combine to create a precision tool that is easy to handle and control;
reducing the risk of hurting yourself while working on the cutting
board.