Arcos Kitchen Knife Slicing Knife Colour Prof Series 190 mm
Detailed product description
🔥 Arcos Kitchen Knife Slicing Knife 190 mm – Colour Prof Series (model 243200) – An Efficient, Sharp, and Hygienic Tool for Professional and Home Use
Model 243200 from the Arcos Colour Prof Series is a slicing knife with a 190 mm blade, designed for precise and efficient slicing of meat, ham, vegetables, or crustless baked goods. Thanks to its long, narrow, straight blade made of NITRUM® stainless steel, it is perfect for long, smooth cuts without tearing or crushing. The combination of high-performance steel, professional construction, and a color-coded hygienic handle according to the HACCP system makes it an ideal choice for kitchens, canteens, meat-processing operations, and demanding households.
Model: 243200
Series: Colour Prof Series
Finish: satin matte
Handle resistance: resistant to high temperatures (up to 120 °C), chemicals, fats, and impacts
Construction: seamless antibacterial design – easy to clean
Manufacturer: ARCOS, Spain
Key parameters
Key benefits
- Long, thin blade ideal for portioning meat, ham, or larger vegetables
- High-quality NITRUM® stainless steel – edge retention and easy sharpening
- HACCP color coding – hygienic distinction by use
- Durable, ergonomic handle – secure and comfortable grip even during extended use
- Easy maintenance thanks to the seamless, antibacterial construction
- 🔴 Possible drawbacks:
- The long blade may not be comfortable for finer or detailed work
- The plastic handle is functional, but less visually appealing than natural materials
- Not intended for chopping bones or hard ingredients
- 🛠️ Maintenance and sharpening:
- Dishwasher safe, but hand washing and drying are recommended for longer service life
- For easy and precise sharpening, we recommend the Vulkánus Classic G2 sharpener or the Vulkánus folding sharpener
- Store in a block, sheath, or on a magnetic strip
- 📊 Comparison with competitors:
- 🔹 Arcos vs. KDS Slicing Knives
- Longer blade and more professional design
- Suitable for food-service operations thanks to the HACCP handle
- 🔁 KDS is more affordable, but less precise and less durable
- ➡️ Arcos is the clear choice for more demanding operations
- 🔹 Arcos vs. Fiskars Edge Slicer
- Higher-quality steel, harder blade
- Hygienic handle with HACCP color coding
- 🔁 Fiskars has a softer handle and a simpler design
- ➡️ Arcos is better suited to a professional kitchen
- 🔹 Arcos vs. Victorinox Slicing Knife 19 cm
- 🔁 Victorinox has slightly higher hardness and the popular Fibrox grip
- Arcos offers a better price/performance ratio and a wider range of HACCP colors
- ➡️ Arcos = the ideal combination of quality, hygiene, and affordability
- ❤️ Why you’ll love it:
- Model 243200 is a powerful, sharp, and practical knife that lets you slice ham, meat, or vegetables into precise, clean slices quickly, efficiently, and with minimal effort. Thanks to its hygienic handle, it is ideal for operations with high cleanliness requirements.
Final verdict
The Arcos Slicing Knife Colour Prof Series 190 mm (model 243200) is an excellent helper for everyday professional and home use. Precise cuts, ergonomics, durability, and hygienic design make it an outstanding choice for chefs, butchers, and culinary schools.
📢 We recommend complementing it with other knives from the Colour Prof series (e.g. boning, stabbing) and a Vulkánus sharpener – you can find everything at Moskito.cz. 🛒