1 / 7Astylway Chef-BKRD 8-inch Chef Knife
The Astylway Chef-BKRD chef knife is an 8-inch kitchen knife with a hollow-edge stainless-steel blade and Pakkawood and wood handle. Its claimed scalloped edge is intended to reduce food sticking during slicing, while the listing specifies hand washing rather than dishwasher cleaning.
At a glance
- Hollow-edge blade is described as having scallops intended to reduce food sticking when cutting.
- The listing describes use for chopping, slicing, dicing and mincing meat, vegetables, fruit and bread.
- Handle material is listed as Pakkawood and wood.
Reference price: $25.99
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros
- An 8-inch blade suits a range of routine kitchen prep tasks.
- Hollow-edge scallops may help reduce sticking when slicing, according to the listing.
- The listed sheath provides a storage component.
Cons
- The listing says the knife is not dishwasher safe, so hand washing is required.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Brand | Astylway |
|---|---|
| Model | Chef-BKRD |
| Blade material | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Blade length | 8 Inches |
| Blade edge | Hollow |
| Construction | Stamped |
| Handle material | Pakkawood, Wood |
| Colour | Silver |
| Weight listed | 0.36 Kilograms |
|---|---|
| Overall length | 33 Centimeters |
| Dishwasher safe | No |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing also describes the steel as German HC stainless steel and as 5Cr15Mov, and gives edge angles of 15–18 degrees per side in one place and 15 degrees elsewhere. These blade-grade and edge-angle details are inconsistent, so confirm them if they matter to your choice. The listing recommends hand washing and drying after use to help prevent pitting.
What’s in the box
Included- Sheath
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Home cooks looking for a general-purpose 8-inch chef knife for slicing, chopping and mincing.
- Buyers who prefer a listed Pakkawood and wood handle and are prepared to hand wash and dry their knife.
Less suited to
- Anyone who requires a dishwasher-safe knife.
- Buyers who need confirmed steel-grade or sharpening-angle details before purchase.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
64% 64% - 4 stars
16% 16% - 3 stars
11% 11% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
9% 9%
Aggregate ratings lean positive overall, but they do not explain why people rated the knife as they did. This gives only a broad indication of customer sentiment, not evidence about cutting performance, handle comfort or durability. Consider the stated 8-inch blade and hand-wash care requirement against your kitchen needs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Astylway Chef-BKRD dishwasher safe?
No. The listing says it is not dishwasher safe and recommends hand washing and drying after use.
What is the blade length?
The listed blade length is 8 Inches.
What is the blade made from?
The technical details list High Carbon Stainless Steel. The listing also names German HC steel and 5Cr15Mov, so those grade descriptions are inconsistent.
Does it come with a sheath?
The included-components field lists a sheath.
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