Blade Material | Cutting bones, herbs, and tough materials | Industry Standard: Carbon steel (ASTM A240) Our Base: 304 stainless steel (ASTM A276) ▲ Our Advanced: 440C stainless steel (ISO 6508) ▲▲ (56 HRC hardness) | Enhanced corrosion resistance and edge retention in stainless steel versions. | Advanced versions may be heavier or costlier. |
Handle Material | Prolonged kitchen use | Industry Standard: Plastic (ABS, 10mm thickness) Our Base: Stainless steel (12mm, ASTM A276) ▲ Our Advanced: Stainless steel + non-slip coating (ISO 9001) ▲▲ | Durable, hygienic handles resistant to cracking. | Slightly heavier than plastic handles. |
Safety Certification | Commercial kitchens | Industry Standard: No certification or FDA compliance Our Base: LFGB certified (Germany) ▲ Our Advanced: LFGB + NSF 51 (USA) ▲▲ | Advanced version meets international food safety standards. | Additional certifications increase production costs. |
Multifunctionality | Home kitchens needing versatility | Industry Standard: 2-3 functions (cutting, opening) Our Base: 5 functions (cutting, herb snipping, bottle opener) ▲ Our Advanced: 6 functions (includes nutcracker, can opener) ▲▲ | Reduces need for multiple tools, saves space. | Advanced models may require learning complex features. |
Durability | Heavy-duty tasks | Industry Standard: Blade life 500 uses (ASTM F2215) Our Base: 1000 uses (ISO 9001) ▲ Our Advanced: 1500 uses (enhanced edge retention) ▲▲ | Longer lifespan reduces replacement frequency. | Higher upfront cost for advanced versions. |
Ergonomics | Prolonged use without strain | Industry Standard: Straight handles (ergo score 6/10) Our Base: Contoured handles (8/10, ASTM F2215) ▲ Our Advanced: Adjustable grip (9/10) ▲▲ | Reduces hand fatigue during extended use. | Advanced grips may add complexity to design. |