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The Karaca Refika Bread Knife features a serrated high-carbon stainless steel blade designed for cleanly cutting through crusty bread, dense pastries, and layered baked goods without compression. It is used in commercial bakeries, hotel pastry kitchens, and restaurant prep areas where consistent slice presentation is required. The knife is operated by pastry chefs, bakers, and line cooks during portioning and plating tasks.
Commercial Application
Commercial bakeries and pastry sections require clean slicing of artisan loaves, sourdough, brioche, croissants, and layered cakes without tearing or crushing the internal structure. A serrated blade with high-carbon stainless steel maintains edge retention through repetitive slicing tasks across multiple service periods. This knife handles both soft interior crumb and hard crusts in a single pass.
During service prep, bakers portion loaves for display or customer orders. Pastry chefs slice layered cakes and delicate pastries for plating. The serrated edge grips crust surfaces and maintains blade angle without requiring excessive downward force. Consistent slice thickness improves portion control and presentation uniformity across high-volume operations.
Key Operational Advantages
- High-carbon stainless steel blade resists corrosion and maintains sharpness through extended use
- Serrated edge design cuts through hard crusts and soft interiors without compression
- Hand-wash recommended construction preserves blade edge geometry and handle integrity
- 2-year manufacturer guarantee covers material and construction defects
- CE certified for commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards in UK, EU, USA, and Canada
- Lightweight ergonomic design reduces hand fatigue during repetitive slicing tasks
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | 000001000018639002 |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
Construction & Build Quality
The blade is manufactured from high-carbon stainless steel, which provides corrosion resistance and edge retention properties required in commercial food preparation environments. The black handle is designed for ergonomic grip during extended slicing operations. Hand-wash maintenance is specified to preserve blade edge and handle bonding integrity over the product's service life.
- High-carbon stainless steel blade resists oxidation and maintains edge sharpness
- Black ergonomic handle provides secure grip during wet or dry handling
- Serrated edge geometry engineered for crust penetration and crumb preservation
- Handle-to-blade connection designed for commercial-duty stress loads
Suitable Operations
- Bakeries
- Hotel pastry kitchens
- Restaurant pastry sections
- Patisseries
- Commercial production facilities
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar is a UK-based supplier of Turkish-manufactured commercial kitchenware serving bakeries, hotels, restaurants, and food production facilities across the UK, Europe, USA, Canada, Middle East, and Africa. We handle procurement, logistics, and customs documentation for international orders. Freight consolidation is available for multi-item orders to reduce per-unit shipping costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What blade length and serration pattern does this knife use?
A: The Karaca Refika Bread Knife features a serrated blade designed for commercial bread slicing. Specific blade length and serration pitch details are available upon request. The serrated edge is engineered to grip crust surfaces while preserving soft interior structure.
Q: Is this knife dishwasher-safe for commercial warewashing systems?
A: Hand-wash maintenance is recommended to preserve blade edge sharpness and handle integrity. Commercial dishwasher cycles with high-temperature detergents and mechanical spray can degrade blade geometry and handle bonding over time. Manual cleaning extends service life in professional kitchens.
Q: What does the 2-year guarantee cover?
A: The manufacturer's 2-year guarantee covers material defects and construction failures under normal commercial use. Warranty claims are processed through TurcoBazaar's after-sales support. Damage from misuse, improper cleaning, or accident is excluded.
Q: Does this knife meet food safety standards for UK and EU commercial kitchens?
A: The knife is CE certified and meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable in the UK, EU, USA, and Canada. Material certifications and compliance documentation are provided upon request for procurement records.
Q: Can TurcoBazaar supply bulk quantities for multi-site operations?
A: Volume pricing and consolidated freight are available for batch orders serving hotel groups, bakery chains, and multi-site catering operations. Contact our procurement team with quantities and delivery destinations for quotation. Lead times vary based on stock availability and shipping destination.