Babish High-Carbon German Steel Chef Knife 8 Inch
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Blade Material Type: High Carbon Steel
- Material Type: Carbon Steel
- Construction Type: Forged
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. ProductDome earns a commission when you buy through links on this page.
ASIN: B08WJS3KVBModel: 131293.01RCategory: Chef's Knives
Colors Available
Need a different one? Pick on Amazon →
Overview
An 8-inch chef's knife forged from a single piece of 1.4116 German steel with a full-tang ABS handle, built by the Babish cookware line for everyday chopping, slicing, dicing and mincing.
- Forged single-piece 1.4116 German steel
- Full-tang ABS handle
- Tempered, taper-ground and polished edge
- 8-inch all-purpose chef's knife
Who it's for
Home cooks who want an all-purpose 8-inch chef's knife at a lower price point without giving up steel quality. Less suited to someone who insists on hand-forged Japanese steel or a wood handle.
Pros and cons
- Single-piece forged 1.4116 German steel blade
- Full-tang handle for a balanced grip
- Versatile for chopping, slicing, dicing and mincing
- Factory edge grind described as rough by some buyers
- ABS handle rather than wood or metal
- Only available in this one 8-inch length here
Specifications
| Brand | Babish |
|---|---|
| Model | 131293.01R |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.71 poundshigher than 92% of 53 chef's knives |
| Item Length | 12 incheslower than 59% of 70 chef's knives |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | High Carbon Steel |
| Material Type | Carbon Steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel,Abs Handle,Steel |
| Color | Stainless Blade/Black ABS Handle |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 8IN German Stainless Steel Chef Knife |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Item Type Name | Babish Cutlery |
Closest rivals on specs
Shun Shiranami Chef's Knife 8 in- Item Length 12 vs 14.2 inches (-15%)
Miyabi Kaizen Chef's Knife 8 in- Item Length 12 vs 14.7 inches (-18%)
Tramontina Pro Series Forged Chef Knife 6 in- Item Weight 0.71 vs 0.63 pounds (+13%)
Frequently asked questions
What steel is the Babish 8-inch chef's knife made from?
It's forged from a single piece of 1.4116 high-carbon German steel.
Does the Babish chef's knife come sharp out of the box?
Yes, it ships tempered and taper-ground, though some buyers note the factory grind itself looks a bit rough even though it cuts well.