Damascus San Mai Utility Knife (4-1/3 in.) with Tufnol

Product Description for Damascus San Mai Utility Knife (4-1/3 in.) with Tufnol

Maker: Pieter van der Bank (click to see more by this maker)
Price: $285.00
Item num: 112256
Blade length: 4.70 in.
Cutting edge length: 4.30 in.
Total length: 9.30 in.
Blade height (at heel): 0.86 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.08 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.07 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.02 in.
Item weight: 2.60 oz.
Shipment weight: 6 oz.
Blade: Hand forged damascus san mai with a 1095 carbon steel core
Bolster: Tufnol
Handle: Tufnol with a white G10 spacer
Description: Pieter van der Bank of PVB Knives is a bladesmith from the small town of Heidelberg located in the Western Cape of South Africa. Pieter has been hand crafting unique kitchen knives since 2016 and focuses on both European and Japanese-inspired chef's knives. His fit and finish is excellent and his understanding of chef knife geometry is equally well thought through.
A utility knife is between a chef’s knife and a paring knife, with a narrower and straighter blade. This makes it perfect for a multitude of small tasks where more precise cuts are needed, such as trimming broccoli, green beans, or other smaller vegetables. Some cooks like to use it in their hand, too—almost like a large paring knife. Others like its smaller size as an alternative to the chef’s knife. Utility knives are sometimes called sandwich knives because they work well on almost everything that goes into a sandwich—from thin-skinned vegetables such as tomatoes, to meats and cheeses.
The hand forged blade is a damascus san mai. The 1095 carbon steel core is surrounded by many layers Sk5 and nickel. San mai construction cushions the core, providing a keen, long lasting edge with chip resistance. Pieter's touchmark is on the right side of the blade. We recommend using camellia oil to protect the carbon steel blade.
The Japanese-inspired ambidextrous oval handle is Tufnol laminate with a white G10 accent spacer. Like other knives, this knife should not be put in the dishwasher.
Excellent work throughout!


Availability: In stock. Usually ships in 1-2 business days