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HORL Brotmesser Bread Knife with Walnut Handle
$229.00
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Part number: H-KN-B-1
- Triple Pro Cut edge
- Resharpenable design
- Swedish 12C27 knife steel
- Double bevel
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HORL Brotmesser Bread Knife with Walnut Handle
German-made bread knife with Triple Pro Cut serrations, a resharpenable 12C27 steel blade, and solid walnut handle
The HORL Brotmesser Bread Knife with Walnut Handle is a German-made serrated knife designed around a problem most bread knives ignore: keeping the edge sharp over years of use. HORL's Triple Pro Cut combines ridges, serrations, and smooth plateaus to move through crust, crumb, and the base of a loaf, while the double-beveled Swedish 12C27 knife steel blade can be maintained with a HORL sharpener at the 15° setting. The solid walnut handle is glued, sanded, and oiled by hand and matches HORL's walnut sharpeners.
Why buy here
Why Order from Design & Grace
Ships from Texas
Your HORL Brotmesser is carefully packed and shipped from our Texas facility.
Knowledgeable support
Our team can help with HORL sharpeners, angle supports, honing discs, and long-term knife care.
HORL Brotmesser Bread Knife with Walnut Handle
Designed to Cut Cleanly and Stay Sharp
Triple Pro Cut uses three working profiles across the edge. The ridges open the crust, the serrations cut through the softer interior, and the smooth plateaus finish through the base without tearing or compressing the loaf.
HORL also designed the Brotmesser to be maintainable at home. The blade is ground on both sides and can be set against the 15° angle support of a compatible HORL sharpener, then refreshed with the honing disc on each side. That gives this serrated knife a practical long-term advantage over bread knives that become difficult to maintain once they lose their factory edge.
The Swedish 12C27 knife steel has a thick spine for stability and a slight forward balance that helps guide the blade through bread. The double bevel keeps cuts straight for both right- and left-handed use.
What stands out
Signature Features
Triple Pro Cut edge
Ridges, serrations, and smooth plateaus work across the different textures of crust, crumb, and the bottom of the loaf.
Resharpenable design
The cutting edge can be maintained with a compatible HORL sharpener using the 15° angle support and honing disc.
Swedish 12C27 knife steel
HORL uses a hard Swedish knife steel with a substantial spine for a stable, controlled cut.
Double bevel
The blade is ground on both sides for straight slicing whether you are right- or left-handed.
Hand-finished solid walnut handle
HORL glues, sands, and oils the wood by hand, giving the handle its clean shape and natural grain.
Hidden tang
The blade extends into the handle without external rivets, preserving the Brotmesser's clean design.
Made in Germany
HORL manufactures the Brotmesser in Germany with its specialized serrated geometry and hand-finished solid wood handle.
Best for
Bread
Triple Pro Cut opens a firm crust before moving cleanly through the softer crumb.
Pies & Cakes
The blade is ground on both sides, so it gives a straight cut through pastries as well as bread.
Product details
Specifications
- Brand
- HORL
- Product
- Brotmesser Bread Knife with Walnut Handle
- Manufacturer Reference
- H-KN-B-1
- Blade Type
- Triple Pro Cut serrated edge
- Blade Steel
- Swedish 12C27 knife steel
- Blade Length
- 9.4" (240 mm)
- Overall Length
- 15.6" (395 mm)
- Edge
- Double bevel, 15° per side
- Handle
- Solid walnut, glued, sanded, and oiled by hand
- Construction
- Hidden tang
- Country of Origin
- Germany
In the box
What's included
- 1 HORL Brotmesser bread knife
- User instructions
From Our Founder
"Most serrated bread knives are difficult to maintain once the edge starts to fade. HORL has solved that in a very practical way. The Brotmesser cuts cleanly through a crusty loaf, but you can also refresh the edge with the same 15° HORL system you already use for your kitchen knives. The solid walnut handle gives it the same considered feel as the matching sharpener."
Tony Boulton, Founder, Design & Grace
Good to know
Shipping, care and support
Shipping & Returns
Compatibility
| HORL 3 | Compatible |
|---|---|
| HORL 3 Pro | Compatible |
| HORL 3 Cruise | Compatible |
| HORL 2 Cruise | Not compatibleno 15° angle |
Sharpening: 15° side of the angle support with the ceramic or stainless steel honing disc
Use & Care
Do not place the Brotmesser in the dishwasher.
Hand wash and dry promptly, and avoid prolonged soaking to keep the solid wood handle looking its best.
For regular edge maintenance, place the blade on the 15° setting of a compatible HORL angle support and run the honing disc along each side of the cutting edge.
HORL recommends brief regular honing rather than grinding for routine maintenance.
Store the knife so the cutting edge is protected.
Hand wash and dry promptly, and avoid prolonged soaking to keep the solid wood handle looking its best.
For regular edge maintenance, place the blade on the 15° setting of a compatible HORL angle support and run the honing disc along each side of the cutting edge.
HORL recommends brief regular honing rather than grinding for routine maintenance.
Store the knife so the cutting edge is protected.
Warranty Information
HORL products are covered by the manufacturer's applicable statutory liability for defects, with any additional guarantees governed by HORL's current terms. Damage caused by misuse, improper sharpening, or cutting unsuitable materials is excluded.
See HORL's official U.S. terms for current warranty information: https://www.horl.com/en-US/terms-conditions
See HORL's official U.S. terms for current warranty information: https://www.horl.com/en-US/terms-conditions
Choose your finish
Oak or walnut
Deeper brown with a richer grain, well suited to darker woods, warmer kitchens, and matching walnut HORL sharpeners.
Compare Oak and Walnut
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Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
What is the HORL Brotmesser?
The HORL Brotmesser is a German-made bread knife with HORL's Triple Pro Cut serrated edge, Swedish 12C27 knife steel, and a solid wood handle in Oak or Walnut.
What does Triple Pro Cut do?
Triple Pro Cut combines three parts of the cutting edge for the different textures in a loaf. Ridges tackle the crust, serrations slice through the softer interior, and smooth plateaus finish through the base.
Can the HORL Brotmesser be sharpened?
Yes. Unlike many conventional serrated knives, the Brotmesser is designed for regular edge maintenance with a compatible HORL sharpener. Set the blade at 15° and use the honing disc along both sides of the cutting edge.
Is the Brotmesser suitable for right- and left-handed use?
Yes. The blade is ground on both sides, giving right- and left-handed cooks the same straight, controlled cutting action.
What can I cut with the HORL Brotmesser?
It is designed for bread and baked goods including crusty sourdough, baguettes, soft loaves, and pastries.
What is the difference between the Oak and Walnut versions?
The cutting design and performance are the same. Oak has a lighter, warmer appearance, while Walnut has a deeper brown tone. Both are solid wood, finished by hand, and designed to coordinate with HORL sharpeners in the corresponding wood.
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See the full HORL range in our Argyle store
Explore HORL in person at our Argyle, Texas store, where we keep a broad selection on display. Compare sizes, finishes, and models up close, and talk with our team if you would like help choosing the right piece for your kitchen.
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