Mundial, Inc. - Cutlery and Cooking Accessories for the Professional Chef and Home Gourmet

The Value of a Fully Forged Knife

As any chef knows, a great knife begins with a great blade - and all blades are not created equal. Unlike many knives manufactured today, Mundial knives are fully forged in a manufacturing process that combines innovative technology with Old World tradition to deliver the very best value in gourmet cutlery.

Many of the knives found in stores today are made from stamped sheets of metal then sharpened. This process results in a weaker, more brittle knife that will not hold a sharp edge or stand up to years of use.

Mundial understands that the way to make a truly great knife is through a time-consuming and handcrafted method of forging. In this method, steel is heated to an extremely high temperature, set into a die and hammered into the shape of the basic blade. Following a process of heating and cooling, the forged blade is ground to create a full taper to the cutting edge. The result is a stronger, thicker, more resilient blade that flares smoothly the heel to blend into the shape of the handle.

Benefits of Fully Forged Craftsmanship

Greater strength. The forging process increases the tensile strength of the knife blade. This ensures that the knife will remain both true and resilient even under extreme pressure.

Increased durability. A fully forged knife is more capable of withstanding the rigors of use, year-in and year-out.

Lasting sharpness. Because a fully forged blade is stronger - even at its thinnest edge - it retains its sharpness longer and responds to repeated sharpenings better than other blades.

Single-piece construction. Unlike lower quality knives that often consist of several pieces welded together, fully forged knives are made of a single, thick steel blade that is integrated into the handle. There are no welded parts, and thus, no points of weakness.

Better balance. A fully forged knife is a wellbalanced knife. When the proper balance is achieved between a blade and its handle, the knife is easier to manipulate and control, thereby minimizing fatigue and contributing to higher safety.

The Key to Mundial's Extraordinary Value

Mundial has made high-quality, fully forged gourmet cutlery surprisingly affordable by directly controlling the entire manufacturing process from start to finish. In fact, Mundial is one of the few completely self-sufficient cutlery manufacturers in the world. This high degree of control has enabled Mundial to achieve new efficiencies throughout the manufacturing process while ensuring the highest levels of quality and craftsmanship. The result is a broad selection of gourmet cutlery unmatched in the world for strength, durability, beauty, comfort, and value.

Designed — And independently verified — to be among the best in the world

How do Mundial knives compare to other premium cutlery?
In addition to our own extensive quality control procedures, Mundial regularly submits its products to an international independent testing facility. Its standardized testing methodologies continue to show that Mundial knives are among the best in the world.