
Zöppken Style Medium-Sized Rostfrei – Solingen Handmade, Genuine Wood Handle
Hand-ground in Solingen
Tradition Meets Modern sharpness
The legendary Solingen knife reinterpreted
The "Zöppken Style Mittelspitz" is the modern new edition of a classic. With a sturdy 3-rivet design, flush transition between blade and handle, and extremely thin grind, it combines tradition, precision, and timeless design. Each knife is truly unique – handcrafted in genuine Solingen craftsmanship.
Material & Craftsmanship
The knife is made from high-quality 4034 stainless steel (hardness 56–57 HRC) and offers excellent edge retention and precision. The ergonomically shaped real wood handle is available in four noble wood variations: olive, walnut, cherry, or padauk. The flush transition between blade and handle prevents dirt accumulation and facilitates cleaning. Hand-ground and traditionally crafted in Solingen.
Dimensions & Weight
Overall length 19.5 cm, blade length 9 cm, handle length 10.5 cm. Weight: 32 g. The medium-pointed Zöppken is perfectly balanced and ideal for delicate cutting tasks, peeling, and preparing fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
Who is it for?
This knife is ideal for you if genuine Solingen craftsmanship that combines tradition and innovation is important to you. Whether you are a hobby or professional chef: If you value sharpness, handling, and precision, the "Zöppken Style" is the right choice. Design-conscious individuals who appreciate natural materials and fine engravings will also find a knife here that brings joy every day.
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Material & dimensions.
Stable 3-rivet design with flush transition prevents accumulation of dirt and makes cleaning easier
The thin grind ensures maximum sharpness and is ideal for delicate cutting tasks and precision work
Pointed blade with an overall length of 19.5 cm and a weight of 32 g – ideal for peeling and preparing fruits, vegetables, and herbs
Materials & Technical Data
Legal notices
Friedr. Herder Abr. Sohn GmbH
Obere Dammstr. 18
42653 Solingen
Deutschland
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Von der Idee zum Handwerk.
F. Herder Abr. Sohn zählt zu den ältesten noch bestehenden Marken Solingens: Wurzeln bis 1727, Umbenennung 1841 in Friedr. Herder Abr. Sohn. Geführt von Vater Benno und Sohn Stefan Burghaus.
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„Seit 1727 steht unser Name für Handwerk aus Solingen – von Generation zu Generation weitergegeben, bis heute in eigener Schmiede und Schreinerei gefertigt. Jedes Messer, das unsere Werkstatt verlässt, trägt unseren Namen."
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