Opinel - N°116 Bread Knife Parallèle – Premium Curved Serrated Kitchen Knife

Opinel - N°116 Bread Knife Parallèle – Premium Curved Serrated Kitchen Knife

The Opinel N°116 Bread Knife Parallèle is a robust and highly efficient culinary tool meticulously designed to master all varieties of bread, from hard, crusty artisan loaves to soft, delicate pastries. Part of the contemporary Parallèle kitchen collection, this premium knife features an expertly engineered curved serrated blade that optimises the natural cutting motion, ensuring a seamless, fatigue-free slicing experience. Combining premium European steel with timeless handle aesthetics, it delivers exceptional durability and clean precision to home cooks and professional chefs alike.

Best For Home bakers, culinary enthusiasts, and everyday home cooks seeking a high-performance, low-maintenance bread knife that glides through tough crusts without crushing the soft bread underneath.

Key Features

• Premium Stamped Steel Construction: Crafted from a single piece of premium **X50CrMoV15 stainless steel**, renowned for its high chrome content which provides exceptional anti-corrosive properties and long-lasting edge retention.

• Optimised Curved Serrations: Features a generous **20 cm scalloped blade** with a gentle curve, specifically engineered to improve hand comfort, reduce friction, and deliver a precise, clean cut every time.

• Optimal Blade Hardness: Hardened to an impressive **56-57 HRC** (Rockwell Scale), ensuring the ideal balance between rigid strength, structural longevity, and ease of maintenance.

• Ergonomic Comfort Handle: Outfitted with a durable, traditionally styled handle that offers a soft, natural touch and a secure grip for safe and confident leverage during heavy repetitive slicing.

• Elegant Timber Options: Available in two distinct wood choices to complement any kitchen aesthetic—classic, warm-toned **Beech** or beautifully grained, sophisticated **Olive** wood.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 20 cm

• Overall Length: 33.5 cm

• Steel Type: X50CrMoV15 Stainless Steel

• Blade Hardness: 56-57 HRC

• Handle Material: Premium Beechwood or Olive Wood

• Blade Profile: Curved Serrated / Scalloped

• Available Colours/Finishes: Beech, Olive

Ideal For (Uses)

• Artisan Loaves & Crusty Breads: Effortlessly sawing through dense, hard-crusted sourdough, rye, rustic baguettes, and homemade loaves with minimal crumbs.

• Soft Pastries & Cakes: Cleanly portioning out delicate brioche, soft sandwich loaves, sponge cakes, and flaky croissants without compressing or squashing them.

• Thick-Skinned Fruits: An excellent kitchen crossover tool for cleanly slicing through tough-skinned produce like watermelons, pumpkins, squashes, and large pineapples.

Pro Tip: To protect the natural beauty and structural integrity of the premium wood handle, never place this knife in the dishwasher or leave it soaking in a wet sink. Simply hand-wash the blade with warm, soapy water after use, wipe it completely dry immediately, and store it safely in a knife block or magnetic rack. An occasional light rub of food-safe mineral oil on the handle will keep the timber looking stunning for years to come!