Built for demanding kitchen work and selected outdoor tasks, this handmade chef knife combines a hardened high-carbon steel blade with traditional blacksmithing techniques for strength, wear resistance, and a durable cutting edge.
Handmade Carbon Steel Chef Knife
The blade is forged, ground, and heat treated by hand. Repeated hammering during the forging process increases its rigidity and density, while natural sharpening methods applied by skilled blacksmiths help the edge stay sharp through continued use.
Key Features
- High-carbon steel blade: Designed for enhanced wear resistance and toughness.
- Traditional hand forging: Forged, ground, and hardened using established master-smithing methods.
- Rigid construction: Rated HRC60±2, compared with the typical HRC52±2 rating of mechanically produced knives.
- Versatile use: Suitable for slicing a broad range of foods and for outdoor tasks such as cutting wood.
- Durable performance: Made to handle challenging conditions and remain ready for use in the kitchen or outdoors.
Specifications
- Total length: 11.02 inches (28 cm)
- Blade length: 6.8 inches (17 cm)
- Blade width: 3.93 inches (10 cm) at the widest point
- Blade thickness: 4 mm at the thickest point
- Net weight: 0.88 lb (300 g)
Package Includes
- 1 chef knife