Gloss shows every flaw, so look closely
A high-gloss handle shows everything, which actually helps when you inspect it. Hold each knife under a bright light and look for:
- A smooth, even shine along the whole 9.6 cm handle, with no dull patches, bubbles or scratches.
- A clean, flush line where the black handle meets the polished inox bolster.
- A blade that opens to a firm stop without wobble and closes centred.
- The point of the curved 8.4 cm blade resting inside the handle, not against it.
- An even bevel along the curve.
A hooked blade knife in gloss black is bought partly for its looks, so cosmetic flaws matter as much as mechanical ones.
