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Colourful Kyu –the hottest kniveson the block

C O N T E N T S

04 Knives made easyL U X U R Y

08 Midori

10 1839P R E M I U M

14 R:Vision

16 One70

18 V Sabatier

20 KyuM I D

24 Sabatier Trompette

26 Gripi

28 Seasons

30 Zenith

32 FormeA F F O R D A B L E

36 Laser Soft Touch

38 Love Colour

40 Cucina

42 Laser Cuisine

44 Chopping Boards

46 Accessories

49 Caring for your knives

50 Product guide

3 Richardson Sheffield

Shaping theglobal knifemarketsince 1839

Knives are what we know andlove, but a few other things areimportant to us too.

Like always thinking ahead andchallenging ourselves to bringsharp, exciting and on-trenddesigns to your kitchen.

We also believe that choice andvalue should go hand-in-hand,so whatever your taste andbudget, you’ll find somethingto suit.

And although we’re knifeexperts we always make surewe talk your language and getstraight to the point.

All of us at Richardson Sheffield are proud of our reputation as a leading British brand, and it’s our mission to make beautiful, top quality design accessible andaffordable for everyone.

Based in Sheffield, England, we’vebeen shaping the future of theglobal knife market with our iconicand leading edge products since1839. This rich heritage gives usunparalleled expertise andunrivalled specialist knowledge,as well as a name that’s synonymouswith uncompromising quality,smart design and technologicalinnovation.

Today our designs range fromaccessible starter sets to top-notchknives for professional chefs –offering superior quality and valueat every level. And we’re alwaysevolving our range to bring thelatest trends and next generationof knives into your home.

That’s why you’ll see vibrant popsof colour and head-turningcontemporary designs amongst theground-breakers and classics.

Each knife is exceptionally handfinished using only the finestmaterials for lasting performanceand durability. Our 1839 collection is 100% made in Sheffield where allthe design, branding and packagingmagic also happens. The restof our ranges are manufactured toextremely high quality standardsaround the world. But regardless ofthe location, every productionrun is carefully checked by our ownqualified inspectors to ensurethat it has been made to RichardsonSheffield’s demanding quality levels.

So, if you’re longing to get slicingand dicing and are looking for knivesfit for the job, then you’ve come tothe right place.

In 2014, V Sabatier, Sabatier Trompette & Kyu were our

three best-selling collections.

Last year we sold an incredible 2 million knives.

Laid end to end, that’s enoughto stretch the distance from

London to Glasgow!

Richardson Sheffield own two genuine Sabatier brands –

V Sabatier and Sabatier Trompette. We are proud members of

the Association for the Protection of the Sabatier brand and

always meet their demandingstandards.

Did you know it was Richardson Sheffield who

introduced the veryfirst wooden knife block

in the 1960s?

Laser was the fastest selling knife in the world when it was launched in 1979.

Knivesmade easy

There’s a lot to think aboutwhen buying knives. How manydo I need? What quality doI need? Are they easy to takecare of? What sort of rangewould suit my style and mybudget?

Here at Richardson Sheffield,our unrivalled knowledgeof the knife market, meanswe can offer expert advice,lots of inspiration and help tomake shopping even easier.

Let’s start by giving you acrash course in knives...

B L A D E

The blade usually tapers from the heel tothe tip, ending in a point and consists of a spine on top and a sharp cutting edgebelow. The bolster connects the blade to the handle. This raised section creates a useful finger guard and provides anessential centre of balance and strength to the knife.

K N I F E M A N U F A C T U R I N G

There are three basic blade types:

E D G E G R O U N DThe blade is straight sided with an edge that is ground directly onto it. The Laserranges from Richardson Sheffieldhave edge ground blades with theirunique ‘never needs sharpening’blade technology.

H O L L O W G R O U N DThe blade has a concave, bevelled edgeon either side that allows for a finer cut.Our Cucina range features thesequality blades.

T A P E R G R O U N DThe blade decreases in size from the topof the blade to the cutting edge. This typeof blade is more stable due to its rigidstructure and is made to withstand moreuse, cutting cleanly when slicing orchopping. Richardson Sheffield use thesuperior taper ground blades for all oftheir other knife ranges – Midori, 1839,R:Vision, One70, V Sabatier, Kyu, SabatierTrompette, Seasons, Gripi, Forme, Zenithand Love Colour.

M AT E R I A L S

There are three main types of steelfor making knives:

D A M A S C U S S T E E LCreated by meticulously folding andforging layers of high carbon stainlesssteel, this traditional technique producesthe unmistakable ‘Damascus’ effect thatyou’ll find on our beautiful Midori range.The ultimate in luxury, these hand finishedblades are exceptionally durable with anincredibly fine and effective cutting edge.

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5 Richardson Sheffield – Knives made easy

C H R O M E M O LY B D E N U M V A N A D I U MFor a truly premium knife, blades aremanufactured from the top qualityChrome Molybdenum Vanadium (MoV)high carbon stainless steel. These bladesare significantly harder and designedto stay much sharper. 1839, R:Vision, One70, V Sabatier, Kyu and SabatierTrompette all have superior MoV blades.

M A R T E N S I T I CMost knife blades are made from highquality Martensitic stainless steel whichcontains a higher percentage of carbonin the alloy compound. The carbonincreases hardness allowing the bladeto sustain the many tasks undertaken inthe kitchen. Seasons, Gripi, Forme,Laser Soft Touch, Love Colour, Cucina andLaser Cuisine are the RichardsonSheffield ranges with blades craftedfrom Martensitic stainless steel.

H A N D L E S

When we’re describing handles, we usethe word ‘ergonomically’ rather afew times. But, because you do use a knifeday in day out, the ‘comfy to hold,even after I’ve chopped up a whole bag ofcarrots test’ is fairly important. As issafety, non-slip and hygiene, all of whichwe take into account when designingyour knife. Plus, all of our handles aremade to be long lasting, whether rivetedor permanently bonded.

Another phrase you’ll hear about handlesis ‘full tang.’ The tang is part of theblade that continues into the handles.Full tang knives provide greater balanceand make the knife easier to rockwhen chopping. Many of our knives havea full tang and one of the best examplesof this is our V Sabatier collection.Look closely at the picture oppositeand you’ll see the steel tang sandwichedbetween the two wooden halves.

S T R E N G T H

The hardness of a blade can be measuredand given a Rockwell Value; this measuresthe material’s resistance to indentationunder controlled conditions. The higherthe Rockwell number, the harder thematerial. The British standard is 52HRC or48HRC for a serrated edge blade. All of ourpremium knife ranges are significantlyabove the British standard giving you thereassurance of superior quality.

P A R I N G K N I F EHas a 3-4'' blade and is used for peeling fruit andvegetables, as well as top and tailing them.

A L L P U R P O S E K N I F EA 5'' blade that cuts, slices and trims meats,vegetables and sandwiches.

15 C M C O O K ’ S K N I F EA very versatile knife with a wide tapering bladeenabling the cook to rock the knife when slicingand dicing, while the heel protects the knuckles.

C A R V I N G K N I F EHas an 8-14'' blade which can have serrated or non-serrated edges, for carving and slicing meats,larger fruit, boneless roasts and poultry.

2 0 C M C O O K ’ S K N I F EA bigger version of the 15cm Cook’s Knife, still justas versatile with the wide tapering blade making it perfect for rocking the knife when preparing food,with the heel designed to protect the knuckles.

B R E A D K N I F EHas a rigid 8-9'' blade with serrations tobreak into the crust and slice without tearingthe bread.

V E G E T A B L E K N I F EA 5'' blade with a carefully designed curvededge that makes it perfect for cutting, peeling orslicing vegetables.

B O N I N G K N I F EThe Boning knife employs a narrow bladeto enable it to negotiate the complex profileof bones.

C A R V I N G F O R KUsed mainly to steady a joint during carving.The fork is versatile enough to lift jointsand poultry and pierce deep to ensure theright level of cooking.

S H A R P E N I N G S T E E LTop quality Sharpening Steel, designed to be usedlittle and often to make sure your knives remain in prime condition.

2 5 C M C O O K ’ S K N I F EA bigger version of the 20cm Cook’s Knife, still justas versatile with the wide tapering blade making it perfect for rocking the knife when preparing food,with the heel designed to protect the knuckles.

P A L L E T K N I F EA knife with flexibility and a rounded blade,which is ideal for turning meat in a panor any type of spreading or icing.

C L E A V E RDesigned to cut through boned joints or vegetables, using its sheer weight. An essential for any chef who prepares their own meat.

F I L L E T I N G K N I F EWith a long, narrow and flexible bladewhich can move along the backbone of thefish with ease and accuracy.

There are six main knife types

For the more dedicated enthusiast we also offer a series of knivesand accessories specifically designed for more specialist tasks.

Some of our knife sets include the Sashimi and Nakiri knives. Both are available in the Kyu 7 piece set. The Nakiri knife is alsoavailable in our ceramic Zenith knife range.

N A K I R I K N I F EA beautiful Japanese style knife, perfect for slicing and chopping all types of vegetables.

S A S H I M I K N I F EOriginally designed for slicing raw fish and seafood, the Sashimi knife is perfect for carvingand slicing all sorts of meats, larger fruits,boneless roasts and poultry.

LU XURY— K N I V E S —

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THE ULTIMATE

EXPRESSION OF PRECISION

AND PRESTIGE,

OUR HIGH-END RANGES

OFFER SUPERIOR QUALITY

AND CRAFTSMANSHIP

TO MATCH YOUR

CULINARY SKILLS

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Midori is our celebration of the expertise andpainstaking craftsmanshipof the past. Once used,never forgotten. It’s certainlyworth the effort.

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L U X U R Y

Pureluxury

S E T S

Expertly hand crafted from 67 layers of Japanese VG-10Damascus steel, this kniferepresents the peak ofperfection. Meticulously foldedand forged to create ablade of exceptional qualityand absolute beauty.

Since Medieval times,Damascus steel has been usedby sword makers for itslegendary sharpness. Todayit’s more than a match forour culinary battles but stillgreatly revered as one ofthe best knives in the world.

L A Y E R O N L A Y E R O F S U P R E M E Q U A L I T YLook closely at the beautiful grain onthe blade. Its mesmerising andunmistakable ‘Damascus’ effect givesthe blade exceptional hardnessand durability.

T H E G O L D S T A N D A R DThe ‘G’ in VG-10 stands for gold andin Japan represents the finestgrade stainless steel that is used intraditional Damascus blades. A uniqueformulation with a high carbon content retains its cutting edge and iscorrosion resistant.

E X C E P T I O N A L R O C K W E L L H A R D N E S S R A T I N GAt 60HRC, Midori has the highest hardnessrating of any Richardson Sheffield knife.

P R E C I S I O N T A P E R G R O U N D B L A D EHand finished every step of the way, the blade is sharpened to an incredibly fine point.

D I S T I N C T I V E M I C A R T A H A N D L E The striking micarta handle is madefrom a thoroughly modern material thatmoulds into the shape of your hand,but is styled in the traditional way to echothe wood that was originally used inJapanese knives.

D I S H W A S H E R S A F E

LIFETIME GUARANTEE

W H AT ’ S I N A N A M E ?Midori comes from the Japanese word for green. Chosen of course because of thebeautiful green hue in its distinctivemicarta handle.

ParerR110/117

All PurposeR110/116

12.5cm SantokuR110/160


CarvingR110/196

BreadR110/191

Each knife comes with aluxury wooden case

Micarta handle detail

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Richardson Sheffield, our name,our heritage, our inspired1839 design.

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L U X U R Y

A great British designwhich wears its namewith pride

G I F T B O X

1839 was the start of a new chapter for Richardson Sheffield.One which began at the heart of the steel industry and is proud to return home in the 21st Century.

Made in Sheffield by mastercraftsmen, each knife is handfinished to exacting qualitystandards. With beautifullyshaped Rosewood handles andexceptional quality MoVstainless steel, 1839 marriesperfectly both traditionand modernity.

C H R O M E M O LY B D E N U M V A N A D I U MH I G H C A R B O N S T A I N L E S SS T E E L B L A D EA much stronger, harder blade with added stain inhibitors. A full tang gives each knife exceptional strength,resilience and control.

S U P E R I O R R O C K W E L L H A R D N E S SR A T I N G O F 5 5 H R CThe standard is 52HRC, so 1839is definitely the best of British and proudto be anything but standard!

L U X U R Y R O S E W O O D H A N D L E SA distinctive and richly hued timber with a beautiful grain, each one as uniqueas the cut of wood. Naturally sculpted tobe beautiful to hold and to gain its ownindividual patina over the years.

P R E C I S I O N T A P E R G R O U N D B L A D ETapering from the top of the blade to thecutting edge for effortless precisioncutting, greater stability and durability.

T R A D I T I O N A L R I V E T D E S I G N The small rivets hold the full tang bladefirmly in place and match the angle of the blade. Their design pays homage to the traditional style that is the classictrademark of Sheffield knife makers.

H A N D W A S H Our 1839 knives have been crafted usingtime honoured techniques. Take a littleextra care and hand wash them, to ensurethey look good for many years to come.

30 YEAR GUARANTEE

A N I N V E S T M E N T I N G R E AT B R I T I S H D E S I G NAt Richardson Sheffield, we are proud to invest in great British design and manufacturing. 1839 celebrates thecraftsmanship of the past and helps to ensure that knife making in Sheffield is kept very much alive and well for the future.

ParerR839/117

All PurposeR839/116

15cm Cook’sR839/114


CarvingR839/196

BreadR839/191

FilletingR839/141

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P RE MIU M— K N I V E S —

12 Richardson Sheffield – Premium

A CAREFULLY

CONSIDERED COLLECTION

OF HIGH PERFORMANCE

KNIVES, IDEAL FOR

CULINARY ENTHUSIASTS

AS WELL AS PROFESSIONAL

AND HOME CHEFS

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By looking forward andfocusing on new designsfor the next decade,Richardson Sheffield willremain at the verytop of its game for yearsto come.

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P R E M I U M

Shaping the future withpure quality and design

R : V I S I O N I S A V A I L A B L E A S A 5 P I E C E K N I F E B L O C K S E T. T H E K N I V E S C O N T A I N E D I N T H E S E T A R E :

T R I C K S O F T H E T R A D EWatch any chef and you’ll notice how they rock their knives backwardsand forwards. Knives like R:Vision are specially shaped so you can cutwith safety and minimise hand fatigue.

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At Richardson Sheffield,our vision is to deliversomething truly unique tothe marketplace and intothe 21st century home.

This supremely elegant knifepays homage to the classicrivet handled style, but hasbeen beautifully evolvedto create a luxury, pioneeringand contemporary designthat delivers exceptionalperformance.

C H R O M E M O LY B D E N U M V A N A D I U MH I G H C A R B O N S T A I N L E S SS T E E L B L A D EManufactured from the very finest qualityGerman steel to create a much stronger,harder blade, which is also less proneto staining.

S U P E R I O R R O C K W E L L H A R D N E S SR A T I N G O F 5 8 H R CThe British standard is 52HRC,so R:VISION from Richardson Sheffieldhas set its sights even higher to giveyou the ultimate blade.

P R E C I S I O N T A P E R G R O U N D B L A D EExpertly engineered, the blade tapersfrom the spine to the cutting edge,giving you effortless precision cutting,greater stability and durability.

E R G O N O M I C A L LY D E S I G N E D H A N D L E Both pleasing to the eye and supremelycomfortable in the hand, the luxuryhandle gives you a really secure grip andmakes every day kitchen tasks apure joy.


LIFETIME GUARANTEE

5 Piece Knife Block SetR130/K20

Parer All Purpose 20cm Cook’s Carving Bread

We may have been making knives for over170 years, but there’s nothing traditional aboutOne70. Except perhaps for our commitmentto bringing real quality and lasting performanceto the next generation.

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P R E M I U M

170 years of unsurpassedknowledge

O N E 7 0 I S A V A I L A B L E A S A 5 P I E C E K N I F E B L O C K S E T. T H E K N I V E S C O N T A I N E D I N T H E S E T A R E :

C U T O N T H E B I A SThe uniquely angled bolster looks gorgeous (even if we say so ourselves) but most importantly, it also givesyou greater protection and stops your hand from slipping onto the blade.

Parer All Purpose 20cm Cook’s Carving Bread


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One70 was a bold step forRichardson Sheffield and tookthe design of knives forwardin an exciting new direction.

Created to celebrate RichardsonSheffield’s 170th birthday,all of the expertise, knowledgeand passion built up during thistime runs through every knife.This red hot British design is theultimate in luxury and style.

With an ice hardened bladeand uniquely angled bolster,One70 continues to turn up the heat in the moststyle-conscious of homes.

C H R O M E M O LY B D E N U M V A N A D I U MH I G H C A R B O N S T A I N L E S SS T E E L B L A D E A N D I C E H A R D E N I N GT E C H N O L O G YTo create a premium blade that performsas impressively as it looks.

S U P E R I O R R O C K W E L L H A R D N E S SR A T I N G O F 5 5 H R CTo rival the very best, our One70 knives are ice hardened to well above the Britishstandard of 52HRC.

U N I Q U E LY A N G L E D B O L S T E RExtremely intricate to manufacture,the stunning bolster gives perfectprotection as well as superior style.

H I G H G L O S S , H I G H I M P A C T H A N D L E We’ve taken a real shine to the luxury gloss handle of One70 and made sure its special high tech material willnever lose its gloss.

S T O N E F I N I S H E D B L A D E To minimise the appearance of marks.

H A N D W A S H R E C O M M E N D E D

D E S I G N E D I N B R I T A I N

30 YEAR GUARANTEE

Sabatier and Richardson Sheffield –two great names, your guarantee of a trulypremium knife. At work or at home,if you need some seriously good kit, then thisextensive range quite simply delivers!

18 Richardson Sheffield – V Sabatier

V S A B AT I E R I S M A N U F A C T U R E D T O T H E E X A C T I N G Q U A L I T Y S T A N D A R D S R E Q U I R E D B Y T H E A S S O C I AT I O N F O R T H E P R O T E C T I O N O F T H E S A B AT I E R B R A N D .

P R E M I U M

The benchmark forprofessional qualityknives worldwide

B U T I S I T A N A U T H E N T I C S A B AT I E R K N I F E ?V Sabatier is an original Sabatier brandwhich can be traced back to the widowof one of the founders of the Sabatier knifemanufacturing industry in the Thiersregion of France, and we are proud to bemembers of the Association forthe Protection of the Sabatier name.

CleaverR070/130

ForkR070/197

20cm PalletR070/104

CarvingR070/196

FilletingR070/141

Kitchen ShearsR070/654

Sharpening SteelR070/195

19 Richardson Sheffield – V Sabatier

For chefs the quality of theirknives must be without question.In the heat of the professionalkitchen, reliability, precisionand performance are the highstandards they demand and expect.

C H R O M E M O LY B D E N U M V A N A D I U MH I G H C A R B O N S T A I N L E S SS T E E L B L A D EBringing Sabatier right up to date –V Sabatier blades are skilfullymanufactured from the finest grade highcarbon stainless steel – ChromeMolybdenum Vanadium – to create amuch harder and stronger blade.

S U P E R I O R R O C K W E L L H A R D N E S SR A T I N G O F 5 5 H R CComfortably above the British standardof 52HRC, meaning V Sabatier comeswith quality guaranteed.

P R E C I S I O N T A P E R G R O U N D B L A D EPrecision through and through,the blade tapers from the spine to thecutting edge, giving you effortlessprecision cutting.

S U P E R B LY M A D E 3 R I V E T H A N D L E With a full stainless steel tang runningthe whole length of the handlegiving exceptional strength, resilienceand control.

V S A B A T I E R B Y R I C H A R D S O NS H E F F I E L D I S M A N U F A C T U R E D T OE X A C T I N G Q U A L I T Y S T A N D A R D SI N C H I N A


Also available in the range3 Piece Starter Set – comprising Parer,All Purpose and 15cm Cook’s KnifeR070/0013 Piece Carving Set – comprising Carving Fork, Carving Knife and Kitchen ShearsR070/005

30 YEAR GUARANTEE

ParerR070/117

VegetableR070/120

All PurposeR070/116

BoningR070/192




BreadR070/191

9 Piece Knife Block SetR070/Z17

5 Piece Knife Block SetWood – R070/335/K20Black – R070/393/K20

Japanese culture is one of the mostancient civilisations and yet itleads the world with a futuristic takeon design. Respecting the past,but embracing tomorrow, now that’san inspiring way to think!

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P R E M I U M

Japanese style andWestern innovation

S E T S

The next generation of knivesfrom Richardson Sheffield istaking Japanese design forwardin a bold new direction.

Kyu is a fluid and amorphicshape which echoes thetraditional Japanese bow withits graceful, yet powerful form.A truly unique knife whichharnesses the strength anddurability of its 21st Centurymaterials, but still embracesthe spirit of Japanese culturein an exciting and innovativenew design.

C H R O M E M O LY B D E N U M V A N A D I U MH I G H C A R B O N S T A I N L E S SS T E E L B L A D EQuite simply the finest quality steelto create much harder, stronger bladesthat also have significantly greatercorrosion resistance.

S U P E R I O R R O C K W E L L H A R D N E S SR A T I N G O F 5 5 H R CSignificantly above the British standardof 52HRC, Kyu gives you guaranteedperformance.

P R E C I S I O N T A P E R G R O U N D B L A D EThe blade tapers from the spine to thecutting edge, for effortless precisioncutting, as well as greater stabilityand durability.

S A T I N P O L I S H E D H A N D L E S


Also available in the range7 Piece Knife Block Set – comprisingSerrated All Purpose, 12.5cm Santoku,17.5cm Santoku, Nakiri, Sashimi, BreadKnife and ScissorsR140/Z603 Piece Chef’s Set – comprising Parer, All Purpose and 17.5cm SantokuR140/004

30 YEAR GUARANTEE

T H E 3 V I R T U E SSantoku knives originated in Japan andloosely translated Santoku means3 virtues: its superior slicing, dicing andmincing abilities. A great all purposeknife with an easy to recognise scallopedor ‘granton’ edge which helps stopfood from sticking.

5 Piece Knife Block SetR140/KA4

Kyu Ice 5 Piece Knife Block SetR140/KA4

Kyu Fire 5 Piece Knife Block SetR140/K28

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ParerR140/117

All PurposeR140/116




CarvingR140/196

BreadR140/191

MI D RAN GE— K N I V E S —

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FUN, STYLISH DESIGNS

WITH NO COMPROMISE

ON QUALITY.

OUR STRIKING SELECTION

BRINGS TOGETHER

WHAT WE DO BEST!

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Sabatier Trompette is amodern classic, made foreveryday. With oversizedrivets and contemporarystyling it represents ourcommitment to makingtop quality accessibleto everyone.

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S A B AT I E R T R O M P E T T EI S M A N U F A C T U R E DT O T H E E X A C T I N G Q U A L I T Y S T A N D A R D S R E Q U I R E D B Y T H E A S S O C I AT I O N F O R T H E P R O T E C T I O N O F T H E S A B AT I E R B R A N D .



M I D

An original Sabatier knifethat performs everyday

K N I V E S W I T H R E A LS T AY I N G P O W E RWe’d like you to keep hold of our knivesfor as long as possible, so we makesure that the handles are comfortable,safe and above all made to last.Whether it’s forged, bonded or riveted,like our Sabatier Trompette range.

ParerR080/117

All PurposeR080/116


ScissorsR080/653

BoningR080/192




20cm PalletR080/104

CarvingR080/196

FilletingR080/141

BreadR080/191

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Thousands of professionalchefs around the world haveused nothing but Sabatierknives for decades.

Now you too can experiencethe difference with SabatierTrompette, an original Sabatierknife brand that guaranteesexceptional quality at anaffordable price.

C H R O M E M O LY B D E N U M V A N A D I U MH I G H C A R B O N S T A I N L E S SS T E E L B L A D EChefs are a tough bunch to please, so for a harder blade that’s slower to blunt we put extra carbon in the alloy so theseknives work extra hard at home too.

P R E C I S I O N T A P E R G R O U N D B L A D EThe blade tapers from the spine tothe cutting edge, giving you effortlessprecision cutting, greater stabilityand durability.

S U P E R B LY M A D E 3 R I V E T H A N D L E With a full stainless steel tang runningthe whole length of the handlegiving exceptional strength, resilienceand control.

S A B A T I E R T R O M P E T T E B YR I C H A R D S O N S H E F F I E L D I SM A N U F A C T U R E D T O E X A C T I N GQ U A L I T Y S T A N D A R D SI N C H I N A


2 5 Y E A R G U A R A N T E E

Also available in the range3 Piece Starter Set – comprising Parer,All Purpose and 15cm Cook’s knifeR080/0012 Piece Carving SetR080/A203 Piece Carving SetR080/0026 Piece Steak Knife SetR080/BR1

With over 175 years ofexperience you can trust usto focus on the quality,so you can cook up lots of fun.A bold shot of colour is allyou need to bring yourkitchen bang up to date!

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M I D

Fun, style and control all rolled into one

S E T S

H O L D O N T I G H TDesign moves fast and so do we. At Richardson Sheffield we’re alwaysintroducing exciting new rangeslike Gripi to keep pace with the rapidly changing advances in technology and style.

ParerR041/117

All PurposeR041/116



CarvingR041/196

BreadR041/191

5 Piece Knife Block SetR041R/K20

3 Piece Starter SetR041R/001

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The coolest design in vibranthot red. At RichardsonSheffield we may be seriouswhen it comes to knives,but we also like to have a bitof fun when it comes tothe kitchen.

Bursting with colour, Gripi not only looks great, it feelsamazing. Its soft grip handletechnology moulds into your hand and lets you stay in control even when theknife is wet.

H I G H Q U A L I T Y M A R T E N S I T I CS T A I N L E S S S T E E LThe high quality martensitic stainlesssteel blade stays sharper for longerand gives you the all-round lastingperformance you’d expect fromRichardson Sheffield.

P R E C I S I O N T A P E R G R O U N D B L A D EThe martensitic stainless steel bladetapers from the spine to the cutting edge,allowing effortless precision cutting,as well as greater stability and durability.

S U P E R S O F T T O U C H G R I P H A N D L E Gripi’s unique tread design handle givesyou maximum grip, together withsupreme comfort from the soft touchmaterials.




Forget multicolour, think monochrome!Our cool and stylish Seasons MONO setquite simply speaks for itself.

28 Richardson Sheffield – Seasons

G E T Y O U R 5 A D AY !We’re great believers in this and our Seasons range has 5 essentialknives to help you to create theperfect recipes.

29 Richardson Sheffield – Seasons

The exciting Mono collection is all about sophisticated cool.Sleek and minimal, its smartgraduated palette is perfect for those who want to make a bold statement, but prefer a more understated look.

Finding the right knife is simplyblack and white with ouringeniously designed stand.Its quirky chalk outlines followthe contours of each knife,so you’ll always find the mostfitting place for them.

N O N - S T I C K B L A D E W I T H A S U P E R I O R C U T T I N G E D G EA high carbon stainless steel blade with anon-stick coating, that not only looksgreat, but helps the knife glide throughfood with ease.

S U P E R I O R T A P E R G R O U N D B L A D EPerfectly crafted, the blade tapers fromthe spine to the cutting edge,giving you effortless precision cutting,greater stability and durability.

S O F T T O U C H H A N D L E Ergonomically designed soft touchhandles, which are supremelycomfortable and ensure a secure gripeven when wet.




M I D

Making our mark withthe Season’s Monocollection

S E A S O N S I S A V A I L A B L E A S A 5 P I E C E K N I F E B L O C K S E T. T H E K N I V E S C O N T A I N E D I N T H E S E T A R E :

Parer All Purpose 12.5cm Santoku 17.5cm Santoku Bread

5 Piece Knife Block SetR120/Z41

The peak of performance and precision, ceramic is the ultimate material for effortless cutting.

30 Richardson Sheffield – Zenith

M I D

Reaching newheights in ceramictechnology

G I F T P A C K

Lightweight and ultra sharp,Zenith knives slice with real ease and precision. The unique qualities of theceramic ensure the blades retain their sharpness and keep their ice whiteappearance for longer than steel knives.

With eye catching optic patterns inspired by theirsharpness, each blade isfashionably different.

T O P Q U A L I T Y C E R A M I C B L A D EHolds its sharp edge for years of superbslicing performance. Ceramic will not rust or impart a metallic taste to food.

S O F T T O U C H H A N D L EErgonomically designed soft touch handles, which are supremelycomfortable and ensure a secure grip even when wet.

S T Y L I S H G R A P H I C D E S I G N B L A D E SOn-trend optic pattern on each blade to echo the razor sharp cutting edge.

P R O T E C T I V E B L A D E C O V E R

D I S H W A S H E R S A F EAlthough hand wash is recommended.

15 Y E A R G U A R A N T E ECeramic knives are likely to break if dropped. Damage as a result of dropping or misusing the knife isnot covered by the guarantee.


T H E P E A K O F C U T T I N G P E R F E C T I O NDid you know that ceramic blades are 50% harder than stainless steel? This exciting new breed of knives has harnessed the strength of a material not traditionally associated with cutting.

31 Richardson Sheffield – Zenith

PeelerR190/268

ParerR190/117

All Purpose/SteakR190/116



15cm NakiriR190/214

Make sure you’ve got your finger on the pulse withour stylish new design.The classic curves of Forme,enhanced with stunningnew contours.32 Richardson Sheffield – Forme

M I D

Beautifully contoured to fit seamlessly intoyour hand

S E T S

C H I P O F F T H E O L D B L O C K !Bet you didn’t know that RichardsonSheffield were the first brand tointroduce wooden knife blocks intothe kitchen in the 1960’s?Man may have made it to the moon,but our mission was to find a newhome for your knives.

5 Piece Knife Block SetR011/7K21

33 Richardson Sheffield – Forme

Forme is the original designerstainless steel knife, with a tactile handle to appeal to our sense of touch, andstreamlined curves to appeal to our sense of style.

Lovingly created with afaultless full tang stainlesssteel structure, it’s supremelychic, beautiful to hold, easy to control and quite simply perfectly formed.

H I G H Q U A L I T Y M A R T E N S I T I CS T A I N L E S S S T E E LThe blade stays sharper for longer and gives you the all-round lasting performance you’d expect from Richardson Sheffield.

P R E C I S I O N T A P E R G R O U N D B L A D EExpertly engineered, the blade tapers from the spine to the cutting edgefor effortless precision cutting, greaterstability and durability.

S E N S O R Y T O U C H H A N D L E Our sensory touch handle mouldsbeautifully into your hand, giving youan altogether more comfortable cuttingexperience, as well as perfect control.




Also available in the range3 Piece Starter Set – comprising Parer,All Purpose and 15cm Cook’s knifeR011/001

ParerR011/117

All PurposeR011/116



CarvingR011/196

BreadR011/191

AF FOR DA B LE— K N I V E S —

34 Richardson Sheffield – Affordable

AFFORDABLE KNIFE

SETS DESIGNED FOR

EVERYDAY USE,

BRINGING QUALITY

AND STYLE INTO

YOUR KITCHEN

35 Richardson Sheffield – Affordable

36 Richardson Sheffield – Laser Soft Touch

Laser Soft Touch proves that great design is timeless. Much loved for decades, Laser just keeps on getting better with age!

A F F O R D A B L E

Pioneering ‘never needssharpening’ Lasertechnology with an up-to-the-minute look

S E T S

L O O K I N G B A C K W I T H P R I D E , B U T F O R W A R D I N A N T I C I P AT I O NWe’re proud of our 175 year history,but know we can’t rest on our laurels. Great designs like Laser can beconstantly evolved and improved sothat the next generation lovethem too.


37 Richardson Sheffield – Laser Soft Touch

The ground-breaking Lasertechnology was created in 1979,a world first that revolutionisedthe way we think about knives.Ingenious, effective and stillthe perfect time saving solutionto an everyday problem –blunt knives!

Now for the science bit...The micro peaks on the serratededge of the blade help to cuteffortlessly through food. But atthe same time, the uniquedesign of the peaks and troughsmeans the blade never losesits sharpness – ever!

H I G H Q U A L I T Y M A R T E N S I T I CS T A I N L E S S S T E E LWith laser cut serrated edge which neverneeds sharpening.

B E A U T I F U L LY T A C T I L E A N DC U R V A C E O U S H A N D L E So comfortable to hold, the contemporarysoft touch handle is designed to mouldinto your hand and provide a secure grip.


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ParerR025/117

All PurposeR025/116



CarvingR025/196

BreadR025/191

38 Richardson Sheffield – Love Colour

Quality always comes first, but with our striking knives you can really express your love of colour as well as your passion for cooking!

A F F O R D A B L E

Statement shades tobrighten up your kitchen

N E W C O M E R S O N T H E B L O C KWith so much choice, what colour will you go for? Eye-popping primary hues,psychedelic spring shades and cherrytomato reds have maximum impact. Or for a sleek, pared back modern look,go for blended ombre shades. They all have the wow factor!

Original 5 Piece Knife Block SetR167/K20

Original 5 Piece SetR167/K20 KNIVES

Original 3 Piece SetR167/003

Original Cheese KnivesR167/CK4

Mono 5 Piece SetR167/K28 KNIVES

Mono 3 Piece SetR167/004

Mono Cheese KnivesR167/CK4 MONO

Mono 5 Piece Knife Block SetR167/K20 MONO

Spring 5 Piece Knife Block SetR167/K28 SPRING

Desire 5 Piece Knife Block SetR167/K28 DESIRE

Impulse 5 Piece Knife Block SetR167/K28 IMPULSE

39 Richardson Sheffield – Love Colour

Quality is always top of our list,but we like to think there’salways a place for colour in the kitchen. Our ❤colourrange is made from carefully selected materials, with on-trend designs that bothlook fantastic and do whatyou need them to do. Vibrant or monochrome,statement or minimal, they all share an original and exciting use of pattern andstriking shades.

N O N - S T I C K B L A D E SHigh quality martensitic stainless steelblades with a non-stick coating thatnot only looks great, but lets you glidethrough food and then releases itwith ease.

S O F T T O U C H H A N D L E S Style should always go hand in handwith practicality. So if you love cooking,then you’ll appreciate the differenceergonomically designed handlescan make. Shaped from tactile soft touchmaterial, each knife feels extremelycomfortable to hold.

S L E E K D E S I G N B L O C K A cool design made from modern acrylic is the perfect backdrop to showcase thevibrancy of these knives. They also offersafe and practical storage that’s easyto wipe clean too.



As well as creating design icons, we’re proud to bring you rangeslike Cucina – top quality designs which simply do the job inhand with confidence!

40 Richardson Sheffield – Cucina

A F F O R D A B L E

A real kitchen essentialquality guaranteed

S E T S

N E AT I D E A SOur knife blocks are cleverly designed,so that you’ve got everythingto hand, and also a little more spaceon your worktop. Neat!




41 Richardson Sheffield – Cucina

Our stylish Cucina range hasbeen created to withstand the demands of a busy kitchen.It’s quality you can trustand a smart product that willsoon become an absoluteessential in your home.

Beautiful, useful andaffordable – it’s not often youhear those 3 words in onesentence! But the qualities thatyou value are the same oneswe do (at any cost!).

H O L L O W G R O U N D B L A D EThe satin finished blade is made from high quality martensitic stainless steel and has a concave, bevelled edgeon either side that allows for a finer cut. We don’t compromise on quality evenon these great value knives.

F U L L T A N G C O N S T R U C T I O NWith a full stainless steel tang runningalong the whole length of the handleto give the knife extra strength, balanceand stability.

S A T I N F I N I S H E D B L A D EOpposites attract. The satin stainlesssteel blade complements the comfyclassic rivet style handle beautifully.



Also available in the range3 Piece Starter Set – comprising Parer,All Purpose and 15cm Cook’s knifeR150/0016 Piece Steak Knife SetR150/BR1

BreadR150/191

CarvingR150/196





All PurposeR150/116

ParerR150/117

If you’re not quite a kitchen supremo, then our affordableranges are a fantastic wayto get a great selection of qualityknives and the reassurancethat you’ve got the know-how ofa real expert in your kitchen.

42 Richardson Sheffield – Laser Cuisine

A F F O R D A B L E

No more blunt kniveswith our classic Lasertechnology

S E T S

D O N O T S H A R P E N !Chefs may sharpen their knives every day,but let’s be honest, not everyonewants to do that! Our laser cut blades areengineered from top quality materialsthat keep their sharpness. And you couldactually damage the blades if youdo try to sharpen!

6 Piece Knife Block SetR023 /0K50

6 Piece Knife Block SetR023/1K50

43 Richardson Sheffield – Laser Cuisine

A world first when it was createdin 1979, the ground-breakingLaser technology revolutionisedthe way we think about knives.Ingenious, effective and stillthe perfect time saving solutionto an everyday problem –blunt knives!

The science behind the design...The micro peaks on the serratededge of the blade help to cuteffortlessly through food. But atthe same time, the uniquedesign of the peaks and troughsmeans the blade never losesits sharpness – ever!

H I G H Q U A L I T Y M A R T E N S I T I CS T A I N L E S S S T E E LWith laser cut serrated edge which neverneeds sharpening.

E R G O N O M I C A L LY D E S I G N E D H A N D L E Comfy to hold, with a soft toucharea underneath for extra control and grip.




ParerR023/117

All PurposeR023/116



CarvingR023/196

BreadR023/191

S U S TA I N A B L E , E C O F R I E N D LYA N D R E C YC L A B L E

Our progression into chopping boards

is as natural as the sustainable and

eco friendly materials they’re made from.

From ForestStewardship Council

(FSC ®)certified sources

100%Recyclablepackaging

All shapesand sizes

Easy to wipeclean and

guaranteed for3 years

44 Richardson Sheffield – Natural Kitchen Chopping Boards

C H O P P I N G B O A R D S

Perfect preppingpartners for yourculinary creations

N E W C O M E R S O N T H E B L O C KFast growing, biodegradable and naturally hygienic, bamboo is the eco friendly choice. It’s also light for lifting and durable for heavy duty cutting and chopping – so a no-brainer for our boards!

AmoreRPCB/50

Top ‘N’ TailRPCB/51

PaddleRPCB/52

GroovyRPCB/53

OmbreRPCB/54

PicassoRPCB/55

WaveRPCB/56

TrioRPCB/57

GinghamRPCB/58

45 Richardson Sheffield – Natural Kitchen Chopping Boards

This year we’ve ventured into the realm of chopping boards,because as knife experts we know that the vital ingredients in every kitchen aren’t justwhat’s in the recipe. So if you’reinvesting in top quality knives,you’ll want to look after them by investing in a chopping boardof equal standing.

Our exciting new rangeguarantees to delight chefs ofevery taste and wallet size.Organic curves, handy featureslike smart handles and slopinggrooves, as well as strikingdesigns are all in the mix.

E C O F R I E N D LY B A M B O O S E L E C T E D F R O M F O R E S T S T E W A R D S H I P C O U N C I L ( F S C ® ) S O U R C E S

D O U B L E S I D E D

E A S Y T O W I P E C L E A N

10 0 % R E C Y C L A B L EP A C K A G I N G


Accessories

46 Richardson Sheffield – Accessories

Universalknife blocks

Multi-coloured Universal Knife HolderR168ZARC78846

Black & White Universal Knife HolderR168ZARC76846

Spaghetti Rods Knife BlockR164HSRC58846

Black Magnetic Knife BlockR164HSRC57846

Graffiti Magnetic StandR164PWRC97924

Doodle Magnetic StandR164PWRC98924

Slice Magnetic Wall Mounted Knife RackR164PWRD00923

Expression Magnetic Wall Mounted Knife RackR164PWRD01923

Spaghetti Rods Knife BlocksWith ‘magic’ rods that cleverlyhold any size or shape of knifesafely in an upright position.These contemporary designskeep your knives beautifullyordered and in one place.

A range of expertly crafteduniversal knife blocks andholders that bring smart, usefuland inspiring ideas into yourhome. Clever designs with realstandout that will store allyour knives, whatever theirshape or size.

Magnetic Wall MountedKnife RacksSpace saving and stylish,choose from foodie charactersor a feast of culinary words onour unique wall mounted racks.These practical designs reallystand out by freeing up spaceon your worktop and securelyholding up to 5 knives!

Magnetic Stand Knife BlocksLet your knives make a realstatement with these graffitistyle modern Magnetic StandKnife Blocks. Inspired by street artists and quirky foodmessages, both designs are aplayful and practical additionto your kitchen. Made fromcontemporary rubberwood,they have an ingenious slot freedesign that can fit any of yourkitchen knives. You can also seethe full knife at a glance andselect with ease. Also available in plain black if you prefer amore minimalist look.


Sharpeners Richardson Sheffield alsosupply a range of top qualitysharpening accessories tomake sure that you can keepyour knife collection in tiptop condition.

Knife SharpenerRACC/909

Luxury WhetstoneRACC/940

Diamond Sharpening SteelRACC/225

V Sabatier Sharpening SteelR070/195

Steak knives With superb serrated cuttingedges, Richardson Sheffield areproud to offer an exceptionalcollection of fine qualitystainless steel steak knives.

Set of 6Cucina Steak Knives

R150/BR1

Set of 6Sabatier Trompette Steak Knives

R080/BR1

Handy utensils Just great value accessoriesthat do what they say and won’tlet you down.

Cheese PlaneRACC/500

Tomato KnifeRACC/133

Butter KnifeRACC/470


Richardson Sheffield Scissorswith Gripi handle technologyoffer the first real innovation in scissors for decades.

The bright colourful handleshave been designed to mould to the contours of the hand,offering the perfect grip andcomfort for both left and righthanded use. With fine edgestainless steel blades, all of thescissors are dishwasher safe.

Strong and durable stainlesssteel with Laser bladetechnology, which means theylook sharp and stay sharp.Ideal for left or right handeduse and dishwasher safe.

These heavy duty scissors from our Sabatier range offer the same superior quality andhigh performance you expectfrom Sabatier knives. Theergonomic handles make themcomfy to hold and the satinfinished blades can be washed in the dishwasher.

Multi-Use ScissorsR040ROP390651

Household ScissorsR040RDP391652

Kitchen ScissorsR040BLP392653

Kitchen ShearsR040GRP393654

Multi-Use ScissorsR026/651

Household ScissorsR026/652

Kitchen ScissorsR026/653


Kitchen ScissorsR080/653


Scissors

F R E S HNEWC O L O U R S

49 Richardson Sheffield – Caring for your knives

Caringfor yourknivesWe want you to feel happy and confident usingyour knives. Just follow these simple steps tomake sure you keep your collection in optimumcondition for many years to come.U S I N G Y O U R K N I V E S

Always use a wooden or plastic cutting board to avoid blunting the blade.Choose the right knife for the job, this will make the task easier and minimisethe risk of damaging your knife. It sounds obvious, but please takecare with our knives. They are exceptionally sharp and should be used in anenvironment which is well lit, where you can be free from distraction andout of the reach of children.

W A S H I N G A N D D R Y I N G

Although we would always recommend handwashing for our more premiumranges, all of our knives are also safe to put into the dishwasher (except 1839 andOne70 because of the unique nature of the handle). Just remember to removeand hand dry your knives at the end of the rinse cycle, rather than leaving themovernight in a damp environment. A couple of other things to mention.Please don’t leave your knives to soak in a washing up bowl. And, as regardsthe knife block, this mustn’t be immersed in water. Just wipe it with adamp cloth to keep it looking clean and fresh.

K E E P I N G T H E I R S H I N E

We call it stainless, but what we really mean is it’s stain resistant. Our knivesare made from unique alloys which gives them far greater resistanceto corrosion. But all knives lose their sparkle from time to time. A quick freshenup with a good quality stainless steel polish will do the trick.

S T O R A G E

Please store your knives carefully and keep out of the reach of children.The ideal place is in one of our specially designed knife blocks. Please makesure that your knives are never damp when you put them back into yourknife block or drawer.

O U R G U A R A N T E E T O Y O U

You’ll notice that all our knives come with exceptionally long guarantees(some have lifetime guarantees). That’s how confident we are in the quality.If something doesn’t come up to scratch then we’ll gladly change it, but we’renot expecting to hear from you any time soon! In the unlikely event thatyou do find fault with the workmanship or the materials within the guaranteeperiod, Richardson Sheffield promise to repair or replace it free of charge.

All Richardson Sheffield knives are renowned fortheir sharpness and will retain their cutting edgefor considerably longer. But even the very bestknives will lose their initial sharpness over time.

We recommend that you sharpen your knivesregularly* to keep them in peak condition usingeither our top quality sharpening steels or ourprofessional whetstone.

S H A R P E N I N G S T E E L

When using our sharpening steels follow thesesimple instructions:

• Position the steel vertically – with the handle upright,hold securely over a wooden / plastic cutting board or othersuitable surface.

• Knives are sharpened to approximately a 20° angle.To find this angle first hold your knife at a 90° angle to the steel,then visually cut the angle in half, moving your knife toa 45° angle. Finally cut the angle in half once more to findan approximate angle of 20°.

• When sharpening, take alternating passes with your knifeacross the steel applying a light to medium pressure. Don’t tryto dig into the steel, a gentle slicing motion that movesyour blade across the knife from heel to tip is all you need.Make about 6 alternating passes across the full lengthof your blade. And always give each side the same numberof strokes to maintain an even cutting edge.

• Please don’t put your sharpening steel in the dishwasher.Just hand wash it and dry off any excess water straightaway.

• You should always wash knives that you’ve just sharpened inwarm water and dry them thoroughly before using them again.

P R O F E S S I O N A L W H E T S T O N E

If you are using our professional whetstone, this is howto get the best results:

• Before every use, soak the whetstone in lukewarm water for5 minutes, so it can absorb the moisture.

• Place the block on a steady surface and hold your knifeat an angle of approximately 20°, then grind the edge of theblade backwards and forwards with gentle smooth strokes.

• If your knife is very blunt or has not been sharpened for sometime, begin with the coarser side of the block (blue),then use the finer side (white) to eliminate burrs on the edge.

• Use the entire surface of the whetstone as this will ensure evenwear and tear of the stone over time.

• After sharpening, just wipe the whetstone with a wet cloth orrinse with water. Ensure it is dry before storing away.

• As with sharpening steels, you should always make sure youwash any knives you’ve just sharpened in warm waterand dry them completely before you use them again.

S H A R P E N I N G C E R A M I C K N I V E S

Ceramic knives should almost never get dull and thereforenot need sharpening. If you really wish to sharpen them,you will need to use a very fine diamond sharpener.

*The only exception are our Laser Cuisine and Laser Soft Touchknives. The blades on these knives have been laser cutand never need to be sharpened. You could actually damagethe blades if you try.

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