Kiwi No. 21 Stainless Steel Thai Chef's Knife 8 Inch
- BladeLength: 8 inches
- Size: 8 inches
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Blade Material Type: Stainless Steel
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A low-cost 8 inch chef's knife for everyday chopping and prep, built with a partial-tang handle rather than a forged full-tang blade. Buy it for the price, not for decades of use.
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ASIN: B001FEJ0WOModel: No. 21Category: Chef's Knives
Overview
A budget stainless steel chef's knife made in Thailand, with an 8 inch blade that is hardened and tempered for edge retention. Model Ponit 21 in Kiwi's numbered lineup, built as a low-cost daily prep knife rather than a premium forged one.
Kiwi knives are made from stamped stainless steel rather than forged, and the handle is attached to a partial tang instead of the blade running the full length through the handle the way some other lines do. That construction is what keeps the price low, and it also changes the balance compared with a heavier forged knife of the same length.
- 8 inch blade
- Stainless steel, hardened and tempered
- Made in Thailand
- Kiwi No. 21, model Ponit 21
Who it's for
Fits people who want a cheap, replaceable kitchen knife for everyday chopping, a rental kitchen, or a backup drawer. Not a fit for someone who wants a knife they will resharpen and keep for years.
Pros and cons
- Low price for an 8 inch chef's knife
- Stainless blade resists rust with basic care
- Light weight for quick prep tasks
- Partial tang, not a full-tang forged blade
- Stamped rather than forged construction
- Not built for heavy or repeated hard use
Performance notes
The stainless blade is hardened and tempered for basic edge retention, but the partial-tang handle assembly means it will not stand up to the same abuse as a full-tang forged knife. Expect it to handle onions, herbs, and everyday vegetables well, less so heavy chopping through dense squash or bone.
Specifications
| Brand | Kiwi |
|---|---|
| Model | No. 21 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 8 inches |
| Size | 8 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.29 poundslower than 83% of 53 chef's knives |
| Item Length | 12.4 incheslower than 52% of 70 chef's knives |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Brown |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Number of Items | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Kiwi No. 21 a full tang knife?
No. Per the manufacturer, the blade does not run through the full length of the handle the way some other knife lines do; the handle is attached rather than one continuous piece of steel.
What is the Kiwi No. 21 blade made of?
Stainless steel that is hardened and tempered, paired with a riveted handle.
Where is this knife made?
Thailand.