{"product_id":"hammer-stahl-10-chef-knife","title":"Hammer Stahl 10″ Chef Knife","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.pd-hs10c-wrap {\n  --pd-bg: #ffffff;\n  --pd-bg-alt: #f8f6f3;\n  --pd-bg-dark: #1a1a1a;\n  --pd-border: #e4e0da;\n  --pd-accent: #c8102e;\n  --pd-accent-dim: rgba(200,16,46,0.07);\n  --pd-text: #1a1a1a;\n  --pd-muted: #5a5550;\n  --pd-radius: 8px;\n  font-family: inherit;\n  box-sizing: border-box;\n  width: 100%;\n  color: var(--pd-text);\n}\n.pd-hs10c-wrap * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n\n.pd-hs10c-stats {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: repeat(4, 1fr);\n  gap: 0;\n  background: var(--pd-bg-dark);\n  border-radius: var(--pd-radius);\n  overflow: hidden;\n  margin-bottom: 32px;\n}\n.pd-hs10c-stat {\n  padding: 20px 14px;\n  text-align: center;\n  border-right: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.07);\n  display: flex;\n  flex-direction: column;\n  gap: 4px;\n}\n.pd-hs10c-stat:last-child { border-right: none; }\n.pd-hs10c-stat-val {\n  font-size: 1.05rem;\n  font-weight: 800;\n  color: #c8102e;\n  line-height: 1;\n  letter-spacing: -0.02em;\n}\n.pd-hs10c-stat-label {\n  font-size: 0.6rem;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  color: #9a9590;\n  letter-spacing: 0.12em;\n  text-transform: uppercase;\n}\n\n.pd-hs10c-intro {\n  background: var(--pd-bg-alt);\n  border: 1px solid var(--pd-border);\n  border-left: 4px solid var(--pd-accent);\n  border-radius: var(--pd-radius);\n  padding: 22px 24px;\n  margin-bottom: 28px;\n  font-size: 0.96rem;\n  color: var(--pd-muted);\n  line-height: 1.8;\n}\n.pd-hs10c-intro strong { color: var(--pd-text); 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}\n  .pd-hs10c-features { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  .pd-hs10c-compare { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  .pd-hs10c-tradeoff-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  .pd-hs10c-production { padding: 20px; }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-wrap\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-stats\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-stat-val\"\u003e10 Inch\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-stat-label\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-stat-val\"\u003eX50CrMoV15\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-stat-label\"\u003eGerman Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-stat-val\"\u003e55-57 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-stat-label\"\u003eRockwell Hardness\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-stat-val\"\u003eLifetime\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-stat-label\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-intro\"\u003e\n    The Hammer Stahl 10-inch Chef Knife is the \u003cstrong\u003eproduction-scale configuration of the range's workhorse blade\u003c\/strong\u003e. Two inches longer than the industry standard 8-inch, it covers more ground per stroke, carries more blade mass and momentum through the cut, and handles very large produce without repositioning. The same German X50CrMoV15 steel, Quad Tang Pakkawood handle, 20-degree laser-set bevel, sloped bolster, and lifetime warranty as the 8-inch and 6-inch chef knives.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- THE PRODUCTION KNIFE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-production\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-production-eyebrow\"\u003eWhat Two Extra Inches Delivers\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eMore reach. More momentum. Less effort at scale.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe additional mass of a 10-inch blade means the knife does more of the work on each downstroke. On an extended prep session covering several kilograms of a single ingredient, \u003cstrong\u003ethe blade's own weight carries through the cut\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than requiring force from the wrist. Professional cooks gravitate to longer chef knives for this reason: the reduction in effort per stroke compounds across hundreds of strokes in a single session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe extra reach handles very large produce without repositioning.\u003c\/strong\u003e A full large cabbage, a whole pumpkin, a very large bunch of kale, or long root vegetables that require the tip to overhang the board on an 8-inch blade all sit comfortably within the 10-inch's working length. For a BBQ cook doing prep for a large gathering or a catering event, this is the knife that matches the scale of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3-WAY COMPARISON --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"pd-hs10c-heading\"\u003eChoosing the Right Chef Knife Length\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-card other\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-label\"\u003eAlso Available\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-size\"\u003e6\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-name\"\u003eChef Knife\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-items\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-item\"\u003eMaximum control and precision\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-item\"\u003eSmaller hands and compact boards\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-item\"\u003eDetail and medium-scale work\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-card other\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-label\"\u003eAlso Available\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-size\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-name\"\u003eChef Knife\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-items\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-item\"\u003eThe industry standard length\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-item\"\u003eMost versatile for everyday use\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-item\"\u003eBalances reach, mass and control\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-card current\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-label\"\u003eThis Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-size\"\u003e10\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-name\"\u003eChef Knife\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-items\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-item\"\u003eProduction and catering scale\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-item\"\u003eMaximum reach and momentum\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-compare-item\"\u003eHigh-volume extended sessions\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TRADE-OFFS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-label\"\u003eThe Trade the 10-Inch Makes vs the 8-Inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-col\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-col-title\"\u003eWhat the 10-Inch Does Better\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-item\"\u003eMore reach per stroke for large produce\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-item\"\u003eMore mass and momentum through the cut\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-item\"\u003eLess effort over high-volume extended sessions\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-item\"\u003eHandles very large ingredients without repositioning\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-item\"\u003eBetter suited to large hands\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-col\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-col-title\"\u003eWhere the 8-Inch Has the Edge\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-item\"\u003eMore manoeuvrable for precision detail work\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-item\"\u003eRequires less board space\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-item\"\u003eMore comfortable for smaller hands\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-item\"\u003eThe more versatile all-rounder for everyday cooking\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-tradeoff-item\"\u003eFaster to learn to control well\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FEATURES --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"pd-hs10c-heading\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-features\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-num\"\u003eFeature 01\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch4 class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-title\"\u003eMaximum Reach Per Stroke\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-body\"\u003eAt 10 inches, the blade covers the full width of large produce in a single pass. \u003cstrong\u003eWhole large cabbages, pumpkins, watermelons, and long root vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e that require the tip to overhang the board on an 8-inch blade all sit within the working length of the 10-inch without needing to reposition mid-cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-num\"\u003eFeature 02\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch4 class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-title\"\u003eMomentum Through the Cut\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-body\"\u003eThe additional mass of a 10-inch blade generates more momentum per stroke. \u003cstrong\u003eThe blade's weight carries it through dense ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e without requiring the cook to drive it with additional wrist force. On extended high-volume sessions, the reduction in effort per stroke across hundreds of cuts is meaningful and noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-num\"\u003eFeature 03\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch4 class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-title\"\u003eGerman X50CrMoV15 Steel\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-body\"\u003eThe same specification as the 8-inch and 6-inch chef knives: German X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless, forged and tempered to a Rockwell hardness of 55 to 57. \u003cstrong\u003e20-degree laser-set bevel\u003c\/strong\u003e, Quad Tang Pakkawood handle with sloped bolster. Extending the blade to 10 inches does not alter the steel or the edge geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-num\"\u003eFeature 04\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch4 class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-title\"\u003eThe Right Tool for Large-Scale BBQ Prep\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs10c-feature-body\"\u003eFor BBQ cooks who prep for large gatherings, cater, or run extended smoking sessions requiring high volumes of aromatics and vegetables, \u003cstrong\u003ethe 10-inch handles that scale of work more efficiently than the 8-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e. The knife that catering and competition BBQ cooks choose for the prep station is typically a 10-inch or longer chef knife for this reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CRAFT STRIP --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-craft\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-label\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-value\"\u003eGerman X50CrMoV15\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-detail\"\u003eSame spec as the 8\" and 6\" chef knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-label\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-value\"\u003eRockwell 55-57\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-detail\"\u003eOptimal range. Hones and sharpens at home.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-label\"\u003eEdge\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-value\"\u003e20° Bevel\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-detail\"\u003eLaser measured. Razor sharp from the box.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-label\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-value\"\u003eQuad Tang Pakkawood\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-craft-detail\"\u003eSteel on all four sides. Phenolic-infused timber.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SPECS --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"pd-hs10c-heading\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"pd-hs10c-specs-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHammer Stahl 10-Inch Chef Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10CHEF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurved, German-style with pointed tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGerman X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRockwell Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55 to 57 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBevel Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 degrees (laser measured)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuad Tang Pakkawood, phenolic resin infused\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSloped, for pinch grip and full-blade sharpening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-volume prep, large produce, extended sessions, catering scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoam-padded gift box with magnetic latch closure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifetime (defects in materials and workmanship)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand wash only. Dry immediately.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHammer Stahl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"pd-hs10c-heading\"\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pd-hs10c-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eShould I get the 10-inch or the 8-inch chef knife?\u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-faq-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 8-inch is the more versatile all-rounder for everyday home cooking. It balances reach, control, and mass for the widest range of tasks. The 10-inch is better for cooks who regularly prep large volumes, cook for large groups, cater, or work with very large produce. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you find yourself repositioning an 8-inch blade mid-ingredient, or feeling like the knife is working harder than it should on extended prep sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 10-inch is the correct upgrade. If most of your cooking is at everyday household scale, the 8-inch covers it more comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pd-hs10c-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs a 10-inch chef knife difficult to control?\u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-faq-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eA 10-inch chef knife requires a larger cutting board and slightly more deliberate control through precision tasks than an 8-inch. \u003cstrong\u003eFor experienced cooks who are comfortable with a pinch grip and rocking motion\u003c\/strong\u003e, the transition from 8-inch to 10-inch is straightforward. For beginner cooks still building knife technique, the 8-inch or 6-inch is a better starting point. The 10-inch rewards experience and works best with a board large enough to accommodate the full blade length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pd-hs10c-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the 10-inch chef knife the same as the 10-inch scimitar?\u003cspan class=\"pd-hs10c-faq-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo. Both are 10 inches but they are completely different blade geometries for completely different tasks. The 10-inch scimitar has a pronounced curved blade designed for trimming fat caps and breaking down large meat primals. The 10-inch chef knife has the standard German chef knife profile for general cooking prep. \u003cstrong\u003eThe scimitar is a butchery and BBQ trimming knife. The chef knife is an all-purpose prep blade.\u003c\/strong\u003e They do not overlap in function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-cta\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs10c-cta-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe full Hammer Stahl range is in stock at our Wetherill Park showroom.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold the 10-inch, 8-inch, and 6-inch chef knives alongside each other before deciding. Open Monday and Wednesday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 2pm.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"tel:0434010411\" class=\"pd-hs10c-cta-btn\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M22 16.92v3a2 2 0 01-2.18 2 19.79 19.79 0 01-8.63-3.07A19.5 19.5 0 013.07 9.81a19.79 19.79 0 01-3.07-8.63A2 2 0 012 .18h3a2 2 0 012 1.72 12.84 12.84 0 00.7 2.81 2 2 0 01-.45 2.11L6.09 7.91a16 16 0 006 6l1.09-1.09a2 2 0 012.11-.45 12.84 12.84 0 002.81.7A2 2 0 0122 14.92z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      Call 0434 010 411\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hammer Stahl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46734761492652,"sku":"HS10CK","price":219.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/4267\/4348\/files\/xaFrrbTx_web.jpg?v=1783410165","url":"https:\/\/bbqrepublic.com.au\/products\/hammer-stahl-10-chef-knife","provider":"BBQ Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}