M300 Chefware French Cook's Knife
The M300 Chefware French Cook's Knife was part of a series of high-end kitchen knives that were made in the mid- to late 1990s
Appearance in catalogs
- 1996 Ironstone catalog
Note: Ironstone Distinctive Bladeware was the predecessor of the current Spyderco Factory Outlet store. The M240 also appears in scans of two other Ironstone catalogs, but these do not appear to be dated.
Designer
History, mentionings etc. from the forums
- Kitchen knife identification?, posted by forum member remnar
Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web
M300 Chefware French Cook's Knife
Whether Spyderco's new Chefware is used by the professional or the home chef, we're sure this kitchen cutlery will perform to a master chef's highest expectations. Certainly a classy gift by any standard, the French Cook's Knife, Caring Knife, and Utility/Pairing Knife all feature top of the line MBS-26 stainless steel. Each blade is individually heat treated, oil quenched, and ice tempered. They are then ground and sharpened by hand. The "out-of-the-box" hair-splitting sharpness of these blades will impress you. Wooden handles are riveted to the full tang for sturdy construction and an elegant look. Of course the Spyderco name assures you of the best performance. [1]
Variations
The M300 was originally made in Japan, and:
- features a modified Drop Point Blade shape
- features an wood handle in a so-called 'french-style'
SKU | Handle | Edge | Steel | From/To | MSRP | Note | Number made | Grind | Collectors club |
M300 | Black Wood | PE | MBS-126 | 1996 | N/A | Full Flat |
Most collectible variation
The original M300 Chefware Carving Knife, complete with original box and papers in mint condition is likely to be the most collectible version.
Questions regarding collecting the M300
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Technical information
Measurements (mm and grams) of the M300 Chefware French Cook's Knife:
Variation | Length overall | Length blade | Length edge | Blade thickness | Weight |
M300 | 438,15mm | 298,45mm | 2,38mm | 317,51g |
Measurements (inches and ounces) of the M300 Chefware French Cook's Knife:
Variation | Length overall | Length blade | Length edge | Blade thickness | Weight |
M300 | 17.25" | 11.75" | 0,09375" | 11.2oz |
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References
- ↑ The Chefware line-up described in the 1996 Ironstone Catalog