Brazilian brand Tramontia was created more than a century ago and occupies a leading position in sales, not only at home, but also in our country. The company produces a variety of kitchen utensils - from cutlery to teflon-coated dishes. In this article we will look at the pros and cons of Tramontia knives, the most popular models and reviews of the company's products.
Features
Tramontia knives are made in Brazil. They have high quality and long service life. Devices greatly facilitate the process of cooking, turning it into a real pleasure. The indisputable advantage of Brazilian brand knives is a fairly affordable price - at 150–300 rubles for a product that can quickly grind any product. The company monitors the quality of its products at every stage of preparation and takes care of the reliability of the tools.
The design of all Tramontia knives is very durable, regardless of the series, which includes devices: budget or premium.
The Tramontia company offers a wide range of products with handles of a diverse palette and blades sharpened to perfect sharpness. Knives are perfectly fixed in the hand and lie comfortably due to the ergonomic shape of the handles.
Models are quite compact in size, so do not take up much space in the drawer for cutlery. The Brazilian brand produces special gift sets of knives of different price categories, which will be an excellent gift for any hostess. Many women will be happy to have a set of quality knives that will last for many years. Tramontia tools can be purchased in almost any hypermarket, on the market, in stores, and even on the Internet.
Important! Of the features of the company's instruments, the need to sharpen the blades every few years should be noted.
Kinds
Tramontia products are manufactured in China and at three Brazilian factories: Kutelaria, Farrolih and Belem. The brand produces quite a few varieties of kitchen knives made of high-grade stainless steel and ceramics, which are divided into several groups.
- Economy These are seemingly nice tools with a low price of a maximum of 100 rubles, which can be purchased for a while, for example, for a picnic or barbecue. They will perfectly cope with any task and fully justify the cost.
- Middle class. These are devices of the average price category, which can be purchased in many hypermarkets. They are made from high quality raw materials, have a long service life and perfectly cut vegetables, meat, fish and bread.
- Suite. Premium elite knives have a stylish design, sharp blades and high cost.
The Brazilian company produces knives of different types and covers a wide range. They differ in shape, size, purpose, and materials from which they are produced. In the shops you can find folding, chopping with a narrow toothed blade, multifunctional, versatile, sports and many other tools for cutting. Some professional Tramontia models are NSF certified, indicating the highest quality product.
Knives for cutting vegetables and fruits with a thin blade with a pointed tip are very high quality and convenient, they can easily cope even with citrus. Knife "hatchet" is optimal for cutting meat products into neat whole steaks of beef or chicken cubes for pilaf.For soft vegetables and fruits, devices with a blue plastic handle and a steel blade with a thin jagged edge are ideal.
Especially popular are the Onix, Universal, Athus and Tradicional series. Apollo and Polywood collection products are also in high demand. They are made of solid high-grade stainless steel with a matte finish. The premium line includes the Century collection, for the manufacture of which the highest grade steel Gin-1 is being tried on.
The peculiarity of the material is that it contains a greater amount of carbon than a regular stainless steel, therefore it has greater strength and resistance to rust.
Browse popular models
In the model range of the Brazilian company Tramontina you can find any knife, depending on your needs. There are sirloin, boning devices, tools for cutting cheese, meat, bread, vegetables, steaks and many other models. Consider the most popular brand line.
Professional Master
This is the perfect set for the chef or lovers of cooking interesting dishes. The models of the collection have a long operational term, reaching up to fifteen years. Durable blades made of high quality stainless steel make it possible to quickly and easily shred products of any hardness. The instrument handle is made of polypropylene, it has an ergonomic shape, so it is conveniently and securely fixed in the palm of your hand.
Thanks to the special coating, the tool does not slip out of the hand and allows you to grind food without stopping. The surface of the knives is treated with a special layer of Microban, which provides absolute antibacterial that lasts for life. This means that you can be sure that mold or bacteria cannot form on the surface of the device. Thanks to the V-shaped sharpening Blades do not get blunt for a long time and cut as new, this same factor contributes to a more accurate and even cutting of products.
Century
The unique appearance, high quality and numerous tests made it possible to turn the knives of this collection into one of the most desirable kitchen tools.
They can cut food for several hours in a row, the hand will not get tired, and the knife will not become blunt even with daily use.
The blades are made of stainless steel with a thickness of 2 millimeters, this ensures high sharpness, which can even chop a soft tomato. High quality material prevents rust and corrosion. The strength of the blades is achieved not only through the use of quality steel, but also with the help of special processing in the manufacture of knives. To start they are thermally quenched, then cooled, frozen, and then heated with gas. After all the stages, the blades become incredibly durable and sharp.
The ergonomic handles that smoothly flow into the blade deserve special attention. They lie comfortably in the hand, complete with special attachments attached to the blade. Matt-polished Century blades have a conical sharpening along the entire length, which ensures the maximum sharpness of the knife, which can grind products with the same efficiency with the entire cutting side. Tools of this line can withstand temperatures up to +200 degrees.
Polywood
The Pollywood collection has not only high cutting characteristics, but also a stunning design. A neat mahogany handle fits nicely in the palm of your hand and does not slip out, even if it is smeared with oil.
High-quality AISI 420 stainless steel with a thickness of 2.5 mm underlies the blade and provides maximum sharpness, resistance to rust and tolerance of high degrees.
The brand logo is engraved on all instruments of the series. The handle and blade are treated with a special coating that allows you to wash Pollywood knives in the dishwasher. High durability of an edge and the handle provides the long term of use of tools. They will be an excellent acquisition not only for professional chefs, but also for housewives who love and know how to cook tasty.
Prochef
This series is made in limited quantities, so it will be a great gift for a woman who loves an exclusive. According to the characteristics, the knives of the ProChef line are similar to the devices of the Century collection, but they have several advantages over them. They have an even more comfortable grip and look sleeker. It is a pleasure to work with such knives, because they significantly speed up the cooking process and allow better shred products.
The blades are made of high quality stainless steel premium class KRUPP 1.4110. The handle combines two materials: polycarbonate and fiberglass concentrate. These tools are made by forging in stamps. Their hardness was measured on the Rockwell scale and is 55/58 HRC, making knives perfect for butchers. Each device is sold in a separate package with a velvet cover.
Affilata
The products of the series will serve their owners for a long time and will retain their appearance and brilliance of the blades for many years. AISI 420 stainless steel of strength 18/10 does not tarnish and serves as an excellent material for the cutting edge. The sharpness of knives allows to instantly chop greens, vegetables, meat and other products.
Ergonomic handles made of polypropylene, conveniently fixed in the hand and make it easy to work for a long time.
Every detail of the Affilata knives is top notch, so with tools of a ruler both housewives, and the professional cooks preparing in large quantities will be satisfied.
Onix
This is one of the most popular episodes. Blades of knives are made stainless steel with high carbon content DIN 1.4110 thickness of 2 mm. Nonstick Starflon High Perfomance coating provides ease of cutting and ease of use. The rubber coated grip is firmly fixed in the hand, and the Microban antibacterial coating prevents corrosion. Products are optimal for home use.
Dynamic
These are classic kitchen knives that are always popular. Blade completed from high-quality stainless steel AISI 420. Wooden handles have an ergonomic shape, they lie comfortably in your hand and allow you to quickly grind foods. The heat treatment of the blades increases the service life of the tools even with daily use.
Devices should not be washed in a dishwasher, as they may become dull. They are optimal for cooking at home.
COR & COR
Appliances collection provided for any work. They can cut bread, cheese, meat, vegetable and fruit salads. Some use them as knives to grease bread with butter. The handles are securely fixed in the palm and do not slip, even if they are wet. Due to their compactness, they can be trusted with children.
The special blade coating prevents corrosion and scratches, so the products of the COR & COR series can be washed in a dishwasher.
How to distinguish from fakes?
Unfortunately, a lot of fakes of famous brands, including Tramontina, have divorced in the modern domestic market. Their quality is much lower than that of the original, respectively, such knives deteriorate faster, which can not fail to hit the company's reputation. To avoid mistakes when buying premium tools purchase them from official representatives or online store Tramontina. If you choose a product in the hypermarket, you can ask for product certificates.
Pay attention to the packaging, original devices have the Tramontina logo and a mandatory bar code on the back, as well as a description of the product.
In counterfeits, the steel is very thin, and sometimes on the back of the blade you can discern the logo engraved on the front. Look at the handle, the original is made neatly, without any notches. The teeth on the fake blades are much smaller than the original.
Recommendations for use
To keep the blades sharp for a long time, It is important to properly use and store appliances. Professional knives of the Brazilian brand are afraid of moisture, so after cleaning, they must be wiped with a dry kitchen towel and put in a box for cutlery.
It is not recommended to wash Tramontina tools in the dishwasher, as they quickly become dull and will not be able to cope even with the cutting of cucumber.
Storage can be made in special plastic or silicone covers, which will prevent the ingress of moisture and mechanical damage.
When washing cook tools, hot water should not be turned on, it should be cool, a soap solution and a soft sponge should be used, hard metal can leave scratches. For wiping you can use not only a cloth, but also a paper towel, The main thing is that the blades should be dry, this will prevent the appearance of stains and white spots.
In no case should the products be left to dry on their own, as the process of oxidation and change in the color of the blade can begin.
If the device is not used frequently, it is possible to protect it from corrosion by lightly smearing it with oil. Keep sharp objects out of reach of children.
Reviews
Tramontina product reviews are mostly positive. Among the huge variety of models, each hostess can choose the necessary device, and at a democratic cost. The convenient ergonomic handle is firmly fixed at the base of the blade and is well fixed, the hand does not get tired even with long work. The knives of the Brazilian company are very compact and easy to store and wash.
Consumers speak positively of the product life cycle, which, with proper care, reaches fifteen years.
There is a sharpness of the blades, which are very slowly blunt. With daily use to sharpen the knife will have a maximum of several times a year.
Tramontina appliances do an excellent job in the kitchen. - from cutting thin cucumber rings to flat slices of loaf. Some try to immediately buy a large set that includes products for any work. You can choose a complete set. As a rule, the set includes knives for meat, cutting fish, cutting vegetables, bread and more.
See an overview of the Tramontina kitchen knives in the video below.
