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CORTELLO: Chef knife and Chinese knife together by Ambrogio Sanelli

€99.00 €81.15
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The union of the oriental shape of the Chinese knife and the usefulness of a chef's carving knife is Cortello. Ideal for precision cuts, for cutting vegetables, for mincing, for tartare. The knife blade is made of special Nitro B nitrogen steel. The sharpening of Cortello is done manually with stone with a special machine with Japanese stones from Naniwa. THE HANDLE is in solid walnut and makassar ebony, handmade by Stefano Raffa, a craftsman known for his manual skills and quality of the creations. All parts of the knife, including leather blade cover, are 100% made in Italy. Created together with Michele Cannistraro, aka Il Cannibale, passionate private chef and winner of MasterChef All Stars.
FAQs
What do Ambrogio Sanelli accessories actually include?
Ambrogio Sanelli accessories should not be seen as simple add-ons, but as essential tools for keeping professional knives efficient, safe and properly organised. They may include solutions for sharpening, protection, transport, storage and workstation management. In a professional environment, the right accessory directly affects blade life, operator safety and service continuity.
What truly distinguishes the BBQ line?
The BBQ line is designed for a completely different environment compared to traditional kitchen cutlery. Blade geometries prioritise robustness, cutting presence and the ability to handle demanding meat preparation and outdoor cooking tasks. Compared to the more refined or technical Ambrogio Sanelli lines, the BBQ line delivers a stronger sense of solidity and control during heavy-duty cutting operations.
What truly distinguishes the Hasaki line from other Ambrogio Sanelli ranges?
The Hasaki line is the closest interpretation of Japanese cutting philosophy within the Ambrogio Sanelli catalogue. Compared to the brand’s traditional professional lines, it delivers a cleaner, more precise and more technical cutting sensation. The blade enters the ingredient with greater smoothness and control while remaining more manageable than many extreme Japanese knives.
What truly distinguishes the Supra and Supra Colore line?
The Supra and Supra Colore line represents one of the most modern and dynamic interpretations of professional Ambrogio Sanelli cutlery. Compared to the Tecna line, the focus shifts more towards handling comfort, operational speed and reduced fatigue during very long working sessions. The blade balance and ergonomic handle design are developed to improve movement fluidity and maintain cutting continuity even in highly intensive environments.
Who are Ambrogio Sanelli accessories recommended for?
They are recommended for chefs, butchers, food-industry operators, culinary schools, laboratories and advanced users who want to manage knives in an orderly and professional way. They become especially important when blades are used every day, frequently transported or shared by several operators. In these cases, the accessory is not secondary, but part of the working system.
Who is the BBQ line recommended for?
The BBQ line is ideal for barbecue enthusiasts, pitmasters, meat professionals and users looking for knives that are stronger and less delicate than traditional kitchen blades. It is especially appreciated by those working with large quantities of meat or operating in outdoor cooking environments where reliability and operational continuity are essential.
Who is the Hasaki line recommended for?
The Hasaki line is designed for advanced users, chefs and enthusiasts seeking a more Japanese-style cutting experience while still maintaining part of the practicality and tolerance typical of Italian professional knives.
Who is the Supra and Supra Colore line recommended for?
The Supra line is particularly suited to large kitchen brigades, dynamic professional kitchens, delicatessens and food laboratories where knives are used continuously for many hours and often by multiple operators. The Supra Colore versions are especially effective in HACCP-oriented environments, where colour differentiation helps organise workflows and reduce cross-contamination risks.
What are Ambrogio Sanelli accessories ideal for?
Accessories are ideal for preserving the edge, protecting blades during transport, organising the workstation and improving overall safety. A blade guard, case, support or sharpening tool may serve different purposes, but all share the same objective: keeping the knife in proper condition for longer while reducing mistakes, damage and risks during daily use.
What is the BBQ line ideal for?
The BBQ line performs best in meat processing tasks such as brisket preparation, ribs, pulled pork and barbecue trimming, where the blade must maintain stability and cutting control during long and repetitive movements. The more robust geometry provides greater confidence and blade presence during demanding cuts.
What is the Hasaki line ideal for?
The Hasaki line performs best in precision preparation tasks such as vegetables, fish, boneless meat and refined cutting work where blade entry and movement control strongly affect the final result.
What is the Supra and Supra Colore line ideal for?
The Supra line performs best in fast and repetitive preparation tasks such as vegetables, production-line kitchen work and high-productivity environments where movement fluidity, relative lightness and operational speed directly influence efficiency. The overall cutting experience feels more agile and dynamic than the brand’s heavier and more structured lines.
How should accessories be maintained and used correctly?
Accessories also require care: they should be kept clean, dry and used according to their specific purpose. A dirty, worn or unsuitable accessory can compromise hygiene, damage the blade or reduce operator safety. Correct accessory management therefore contributes to knife durability and overall work quality.
How should the BBQ line be maintained?
Particular attention should be paid to cleaning after intensive use, especially in outdoor conditions where grease, moisture and residue may affect blade performance. Hand washing, immediate drying and regular sharpening help preserve cutting efficiency, operational safety and long-term reliability.
How should the Hasaki line be maintained?
It requires more attention than the brand’s more robust professional lines. Regular sharpening, proper board use, hand washing and immediate drying help preserve edge precision and cutting quality.
How should the Supra and Supra Colore line be maintained?
Maintenance remains simple and suitable for intensive professional use: regular sharpening, hand washing and immediate drying preserve cutting continuity, ergonomic comfort and long-term reliability. The coloured versions also support proper HACCP workflow management.
What truly distinguishes Ambrogio Sanelli knives within the professional cutlery market?
Ambrogio Sanelli is one of the most recognisable historic Italian brands in the professional cutlery sector. Unlike many manufacturers focused primarily on extreme hardness or ultra-refined cutting precision, the Sanelli philosophy prioritises reliability, ergonomics, operational continuity and durability in everyday professional use. These knives are developed for long working sessions in professional kitchens, food laboratories, butcher shops and gastronomy environments, maintaining a practical balance between performance, comfort and ease of management.
What is the production philosophy behind Ambrogio Sanelli?
The Ambrogio Sanelli philosophy is deeply connected to real professional knife use. The goal is not to create extremely delicate or highly specialised blades, but reliable and ergonomic tools capable of supporting intensive daily workflows. Each line is developed with a specific operational logic: some focus on robustness and productivity, while others prioritise ergonomics, comfort or a more refined cutting feel.
Who are Ambrogio Sanelli knives recommended for?
Ambrogio Sanelli knives are particularly suited to professional chefs, butchers, food industry operators, culinary schools and advanced users looking for reliable and practical cutting tools. Depending on the selected line, the brand can satisfy users seeking robustness and productivity as well as those preferring greater ergonomics, precision or cutting sensitivity.
What are Ambrogio Sanelli knives ideal for?
Ambrogio Sanelli knives perform best in environments where operational continuity, reliability and comfort directly affect work quality. They are especially effective for intensive preparation tasks, repetitive cutting work and professional environments where knives are used continuously for many hours.
How should Ambrogio Sanelli knives be maintained?
Maintenance follows a simple but professional approach: regular sharpening, hand washing and immediate drying help preserve cutting continuity, ergonomics and long-term durability. Compared to many very hard Japanese blades, several Ambrogio Sanelli lines are more forgiving and easier to manage during intensive professional use.
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