HELENA 8" Bread Knife

Slice cleanly, every time. The Cangshan HELENA Series Bread Knife is designed to glide through crusty loaves and delicate interiors with ease—no crushing, no tearing.

The details

The HELENA Series features a modern, minimalist design with a slim semi-bolster that balances the full-tang blade, creating a sleek profile and precise control. The ergonomic handle, secured with stainless steel rivets, offers a comfortable, confident grip for everyday use.

The 8-inch serrated blade is engineered with saw-like teeth that effortlessly cut through crusty breads while preserving soft interiors. Beyond bread, it’s equally effective for bagels, pastries, and tough-skinned fruits and vegetables, with enough length to handle larger items like melons and squash.

Forged from high-alloy German X50CrMoV15 steel, each blade is expertly heat-treated and sharpened to deliver exceptional durability, stain resistance, and edge retention. Cangshan’s proprietary ULTRA6 heat treatment enhances strength, achieving a 58 ±2 Rockwell hardness for long-lasting performance.

Why we love it at Berry + Basil

• Cleanly slices bread without crushing

• Serrated edge handles crusts and delicate interiors

• Long blade for larger loaves and produce

• Sleek, balanced design for comfortable control

• Durable German steel with lasting sharpness

• Backed by a lifetime warranty

Specifications

• Blade Length: 8"

• Material: German X50CrMoV15 steel

• Edge Type: Serrated

• Hardness: 58 ±2 Rockwell

• Construction: Full tang with riveted handle

• Care: Hand wash recommended

• Warranty: Lifetime