The Brazilian brand Tramontia was created over a century ago and is a leader in sales not only in the homeland, but also in our country. The company produces a variety of kitchen utensils - from cutlery to Teflon-coated cookware. In this article we will consider the pros and cons of Tramontia knives, the most popular models and reviews on the company's products.
Features
Tramontia knives are made in Brazil. They have high quality and long life. Devices greatly facilitate the cooking process, turning it into a real pleasure. The indisputable advantage of the knives of the Brazilian brand is a fairly affordable price - 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 tools.
The design of all Tramontia knives is very durable, regardless of the series to which the devices belong: budget or premium.
Tramontia offers a wide range of products with a wide range of handles and blades sharpened to perfect sharpness. The knives are perfectly fixed in the hand and lie comfortably thanks to the ergonomic shape of the handles.
The models are quite compact in size, so they won’t take up much space in the cutlery drawer. The Brazilian brand produces special gift sets of knives of different price categories, which will be a great present for any housewife. Many women will be happy to find quality knives that will last for many years. You can buy Tramontia tools in almost any hypermarket, in the market, in ware shops, and even on the Internet.
Important! Of the features of the company's devices, it should be noted the need for sharpening blades every few years.
Kinds
Tramontia products are manufactured in China and in three Brazilian factories: Kutelaria, Farrolih and Belem. The brand produces quite a few varieties of kitchen knives made of high quality stainless steel and ceramics, which are divided into several groups.
- Economy These are apparently attractive instruments with a low price of a maximum of 100 rubles, which can be purchased for a while, for example, for a picnic trip or barbecue. They will perfectly cope with any task and will justify the cost.
- Middle class. These are mid-range appliances that can be purchased at many hypermarkets. They are made from quality raw materials, have a long service life and perfectly cut vegetables, meat, fish and bread.
- Suite. Elite premium knives have a stylish design, sharp blades and high cost.
The Brazilian company produces knives of various types and covers a wide range. They vary in shape, size, purpose and materials from which they are made. In stores you can find folding, cutting with a narrow serrated blade, multi-functional, universal, sports and many other cutting tools. Some professional Tramontia models are NSF certified to demonstrate the highest product quality.
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 fruits. The hatchet knife 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 serrated edge are ideal.
The Onix, Universal, Athus and Tradicional series are especially popular. Products from the Apollo and Polywood collections are also in high demand. They are made of solid high-quality stainless steel with a matte finish. The Century collection belongs to the premium line, for the manufacture of which the highest-grade steel “Gin-1” is tried on.
The peculiarity of the material is that it contains a greater amount of carbon than ordinary stainless steel, so 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 the needs. There are loin, boning devices, tools for cutting cheese, meat, bread, vegetables, steaks and many other models. Consider the most popular brand lines.
Professional master
This is an ideal set for a chef or lovers to cook interesting dishes. Collection models have a long service life, reaching up to fifteen years. Durable blades made of high quality stainless steel allow you 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 antibacteriality that lasts for life. This means that you can be sure that mold or bacteria cannot appear on the surface of the device. Thanks to the V-shaped sharpening Blades do not stupid for a long time and cut like new, the 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 coveted kitchen tools.
They can cut food for several hours in a row, the hand will not get tired, and the knife will not become dull even with daily use.
The blades are made of stainless steel with a thickness of 2 millimeters, this ensures high sharpness, which even a soft tomato can be chopped off. High quality material prevents rust and corrosion. The strength of the blades is achieved not only through the use of high-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 going through all the stages, the blades become incredibly strong and sharp.
Ergonomically shaped handles, which smoothly flow into the blade, deserve special attention. They conveniently lie in the hand, in the kit special nozzles attached to the blade are attached to them. Century blades with matt polish have a conical sharpening along the entire length, which ensures maximum sharpness of the knife, which with the same efficiency can grind products 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 grip fits perfectly in the palm of your hand and does not slip out, even if it is stained with oil.
High-quality stainless steel AISI 420 2.5 mm thick lies at the heart of the blade and provides maximum sharpness, resistance to rust and tolerance of high degrees.
The brand logo is engraved on all instruments in 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 a blade and handle provides a long term of use of tools. They will be a wonderful acquisition not only for professional chefs, but also for housewives who love and know how to cook deliciously.
Prohef
This series is made in limited quantities, so it will be a wonderful gift for a woman who loves exclusive. According to the characteristics, the ProChef knives are similar to the Century collection, but have several advantages over them. They have an even more comfortable grip and look sleeker. Working with such knives is a pleasure, because they significantly speed up the cooking process and allow better chopping of products.
Blades 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 stamping. Their hardness was measured on the Rockwell scale and is equal to 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 does not tarnish with a strength level of 18/10 and serves as an excellent material for the cutting edge. The sharpness of the knives allows you to instantly chop greens, vegetables, meat and other products.
Ergonomic handles made of polypropylene are conveniently fixed in the hand and make it easy to work for a long time.
Every detail of Affilata knives is made at the highest level, therefore both housewives and professional cooks who cook in large quantities will be satisfied with the tools of the line.
Onix
This is one of the most popular series. Knife Blades Done high carbon stainless steel DIN 1.4110 2 mm thick. Non-stick Starflon High Performance coating provides ease of cutting and ease of use. The rubber-coated handle is firmly fixed in the hand, and the Microban anti-bacterial 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 are ergonomically shaped, they lie comfortably in your hand and allow you to quickly grind products. The heat treatment of the blades extends the life of the tools even with daily use.
Devices are not recommended to be washed in a dishwasher, as they may become dull. They are optimal for cooking at home.
COR & COR
Collection devices are 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 firmly fixed in the palm of your hand and do not slip, even if they are wet. Due to their compactness, they can be trusted with children.
The special coating of the blades prevents corrosion and scratches, therefore the products of the COR & COR series can be washed in a dishwasher.
How to distinguish from a fake?
Unfortunately, in the modern consumer market, a lot of fakes of famous brands, including Tramontina, have divorced. Their quality is much lower than that of the original, respectively, such knives deteriorate faster, which cannot but hit the company's reputation. To avoid mistakes when buying premium tools purchase them from official representatives or in the Tramontina online store. If you choose a product in a hypermarket, you can ask for product certificates.
Pay attention to the packaging, the original devices have the Tramontina logo and a mandatory bar code on the back, as well as a product description.
Forgery, the steel is very thin, and sometimes on the back of the blade you can distinguish the logo engraved on the front. Look at the handle; at the original it is done carefully, without any chipping. The teeth on the fake blades are much smaller than the teeth.
Recommendations for use
To keep the blades sharp for a long time, It is important to use and store appliances correctly. 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 cutlery box.
It is not recommended to wash Tramontina tools in the dishwasher, as they will quickly become dull and will not be able to cope even with slicing a cucumber.
Storage can be done in special plastic or silicone cases, which will prevent moisture and mechanical damage.
When washing cookware, hot water should not be turned on, it should be cool, soapy solution and a soft sponge used, hard metal can leave scratches. For cleaning, you can use not only a fabric, but also a paper towel, the main thing is that the blades are dry, this will prevent the appearance of stains and white spots.
In no case should you leave the product to dry on its own, as the process of oxidation and discoloration of the blade can begin.
If the device is not to be used frequently, you can protect it from corrosion by lightly lubricating it with oil. Keep sharp objects out of the reach of children.
Reviews
Tramontina's product reviews are mostly positive. Among the huge variety of models, every housewife can choose for herself the necessary device, and at an affordable cost. A convenient ergonomic handle is tightly 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, they are easy to store and wash.
Consumers respond positively to the life of the product, which with proper care reaches fifteen years.
The sharpness of the blades, which are very slowly dull, is noted. With daily use, the knife will have to be sharpened at most several times a year.
Tramontina appliances do just fine with any task in the kitchen - from slicing thin rings of cucumber to smooth slices of loaf. Some try to immediately buy a large set, including products for any work. You can choose your own equipment.As a rule, a set includes knives for meat, cutting fish, cutting vegetables, bread and much more.
See an overview of Tramontina kitchen knives in the video below.