Grand Maitre — Victorinox

The Grand Maître collection by Victorinox is the Swiss house's premium range of forged knives. Single-piece forged steel blade, rosewood or black synthetic handle, dedicated profiles (chef, santoku, steak): the collection targets enthusiastic cooks and professionals.

The Grand Maître specificity

Forged from a single piece, the Grand Maître blade benefits from a uniform tempering that ensures the knife's balance and edge retention. The full-tang construction (full tang integrated into the handle) ensures rigidity and durability. The handle comes in rosewood (tradition, warm grip) and black synthetic (intensive professional use).

• Single-piece forged steel blade, uniform tempering
• Ergonomic rosewood or black synthetic handle
• Profiles: chef (20 cm), santoku (17 cm), steak (12 cm), multi-knife sets

The most popular pieces in the Grand Maître collection

A few pieces account for most of the purchases on AZ boutique.

• Forged chef's knife 20 cm extra-large blade rosewood handle: AZ boutique's best-selling piece, versatile for fruits, vegetables, meats
• Set of 4 steak knives smooth blade 12 cm: red meat and grill service
• Forged chef's knife 20 cm black synthetic handle: pro version, ideal for intensive use
• Forged santoku knife 17 cm hollow blade black synthetic handle: for fine slicing, vegetables, fish
• Set of 3 forged knives (paring 8 cm, carving 20 cm, chef 20 cm): essential versatile kitchen kit

Choosing within the Grand Maître collection

Why is the Grand Maître collection so well regarded?

Because it represents the top of the Victorinox kitchen range: knives forged in a single piece (vs stamped on more accessible ranges), uniform tempering, ergonomic handle. Victorinox, founded in 1884, is one of the world references in precision cutlery.

Rosewood or synthetic handle: which to choose?

Rosewood brings warmth, elegance and a comfortable grip - preferred for passionate home cooking and gift sets. Black synthetic is more resistant to intensive washing, compliant with pro requirements (HACCP), and scratch-proof - preferred for restaurants and intensive everyday use.

Chef's knife or santoku: what is the difference?

The 20 cm chef's knife is the versatile European knife, ideal for the vast majority of cuts (vegetables, meats, herbs). The 17 cm santoku is Japanese-inspired, shorter, perfect for fine cuts, fish and juliennes, with a hollow blade that prevents food from sticking. Many cooks use both.

How do I care for Grand Maître knives?

Hand wash and dry immediately (dishwashers damage the edge and harm the rosewood handle). Sharpen regularly on a stone or with a steel to maintain the edge. Store on a magnetic strip or knife block to protect the blade.

The Grand Maître collection on AZ boutique

Find the Grand Maître selection by Victorinox on AZ boutique, from the chef's knife to the 3-piece forged set. To explore other professional kitchen knives, visit the Kitchen knives section.

Also at Victorinox: Spartan, Econome, Hiker, Suisse Champ.