Forza

Problem: Mainstream chef's knives exert uneven pressure on the hand and can cause a unergonomic bend at the wrist and/or elbow. For more control and/or force, users typically place either their forefinger, thumb or other hand on the top of the blade for chopping. Professionals use a pinch grip for precision when using the tip of the blade. These methods of using a knife can be uncomfortable, fatiguing and improved upon.

Solution: Forza's unique handle is designed to improve the comfort, ergonomics and functionality of typical chefs’ knives. Being above the rear of the blade provides a leveraging action similar to placing ones forefinger on top of the blade. The cant and extra girth allows for a power grip with pressure spread evenly across the palm. The arched base of the handle allows the knife to be used in two ways. By placing Forza's handle on the cutting surface it can be rocked forward for cutting, chopping and dicing or it can also be slid forward to slice. The leveraging characteristics of the handle are further increased when using these methods and the flat base ensures steady operation. Forza can also be held with traditional grips. The gourmet users, can hold it in a more comfortable version of the classic pinch grip. These features combine to offer a more comfortable less fatiguing grip, more control and increased leverage, maximizing downward force, while maintaining a more ergonomic wrist and elbow position.