San Mai Chef's Knife (8 in.) with Imbuia Burl

Product Description for San Mai Chef's Knife (8 in.) with Imbuia Burl

Maker: Juliano Endress (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 106932
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 8.10 in.
Cutting edge length: 8.00 in.
Total length: 12.80 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.20 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.11 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.03 in.
Item weight: 6.20 oz.
Shipment weight: 10.2 oz.
Blade: San mai combining a 52100 carbon steel core with stainless steel sides
Bolster: Stainless steel
Handle: Imbuia burl
Sheath: Black leather custom sheath
Description: Juliano Endress is a 23 year old bladesmith living in Brazil. He has been a full time knifemaker since 2018. He is skilled in creating a broad range of work that includes hunting knives, bowie knives, gaucho style knives, and more recently, kitchen knives. This chef's knife will make an exceptional addition to any kitchen.
This high performance chef's knife is a perfect choice as a primary knife in the kitchen. The long, deep-bellied blade is well suited as a general purpose chef's knife. Whether slicing, chopping, mincing, or dicing, this comfortable knife will do it all. The gentle arc of the cutting edge is perfect for a rocking chopping motion with plenty of finger clearance over a cutting board.
The blade is forged from Juliano's own san mai. An ultra-high performance 52100 carbon steel core is sandwiched between layers of 420 stainless steel, ensuring the best performance, but easier care. 52100 is considered by many knifemakers and knife users to be among the best steels (if not the best!) used in modern knifemaking. The transition between the stainless sides and carbon steel core is particularly dramatic. Because this knife is forged from carbon steel we recommend using camellia oil to avoid rust and oxidation.
The handle is Imbuia burl sculpted to provide a comfortable grip. Imbuia (Ocotea porosa) also known as Brazilian walnut, is native to Southern Brazil. This unique wood has wild, swirling figure and can ranges from dark brown to golden tones. An heirloom fit stainless steel ferrule will prevent water from getting into the handle.
A black leather custom sheath made by Juliano is included to protect the knife during transportation.
Nice work throughout!


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