The Arcos forging process, a truly solid knife
Today, the real difference in a knife lies not only in its design or the steel, but in how the heart of the tool—the blade—is crafted. The forging process that Arcos has applied for decades is key to achieving solid, resistant, and robust pieces that don’t fail, even with the first intense use or over time, whether in kitchens, production lines, or specialty shops. Discovering the value of a forged piece helps explain why so many professionals choose Arcos year after year.
What exactly is forging and how is it done in Arcos?
The forging process is essentially a transformation through pressure and heat. It begins by heating the steel to red-hot and deforming it between two tools called “dies,” which already have the exact shape of the desired knife. Everything is done with extremely powerful presses: there’s no room for half measures or shortcuts.
This ensures that the steel compacts and adapts to the shape of the die, becoming a single, solid piece, ready to withstand the most demanding professional use in the kitchen, food industry, or retail.
Why does it matter that it’s a single block?
A blade and handle made from a single piece guarantee:
- No welds, glues, or internal cavities where breakage, rust, or loss of rigidity can occur.
- No “loose areas”: being a single piece, the knife withstands impacts, stress, and industrial washing without bending or deforming.
- Improved hygiene, by eliminating hidden areas where dirt and rust can accumulate.
The market is full of “fake forged” knives: knives with a robust appearance, but which conceal welds or hollow parts inside. This difference, invisible to the naked eye, ends up costing dearly in real-world use, as breakage, chipping, or rust spots appear precisely where it hurts most, both in the kitchen and during safety and hygiene audits.
Advantages of forging compared to other processes
- Superior hardness and cutting quality: Forging compacts the steel’s microstructure, increasing its hardness and therefore improving cutting ability and edge retention.
- More compact and balanced knife: Proper forging results in compact pieces, free of bubbles or weak points, and with correct balance, especially important in knives with a bolster (the area where the blade and handle meet).
- Professional aesthetics: The result is not only practical but also boasts a superior finish and appearance, appreciated by demanding professional users as well as customers in retail and gourmet shops.
Why trust Arcos’ forging?
All Arcos forged knives are solid, one-piece, and manufactured under rigorous quality controls that prevent any surprises with use. This isn’t just marketing: it’s the peace of mind that, whatever the environment, the knife will perform the same whether it’s the first use of the morning or after hundreds of days of use and cleanings.
For the hospitality industry, retail, or any cutting professional, forging isn’t a luxury: it’s the foundation of the tool that makes the difference between a good day’s work and one full of unexpected problems.
Arcos forging is a process designed for professionals who don’t want their knives to let them down. No loose parts, no stains or unexpected breakages, just the complete confidence of a single, solid piece that withstands the demands of professional life, day after day.
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