San Mai Chef's Knife with Curly Maple (8-1/3 in)

Product Description for San Mai Chef's Knife with Curly Maple (8-1/3 in)

Maker: De Wet Van Zyl (click to see more by this maker)
Price: $485.00
Item num: 109408
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 8.85 in.
Cutting edge length: 8.40 in.
Total length: 14.05 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.87 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.11 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.09 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.03 in.
Item weight: 6.00 oz.
Shipment weight: 13 oz.
Blade: Hand forged san mai - 52100 carbon steel is surrounded by 3Cr12 stainless steel
Bolster: Brass
Handle: Dyed and stabilized curly aple
Description: De Wet van Zyl is a bladesmith from Durban, South Africa. He started making knives in 2005 and has been a full time knifemaker since 2007. He spent two years apprenticing with Mastersmiths Kevin and Heather Harvey at Heavin Forge in Belfast, Mpumalanga before opening Darkwing Blades in April, 2009. He was named as a Maker to Watch by Blade Magazine and has won numerous awards over the years.
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 hand forged from van Zyl's own san mai. A high performance 52100 carbon steel core is surrounded by 3Cr12 stainless steel. A thin layer of nickel adds a dramatic contrast. Because the blade is forged from carbon steel, we recommend camellia oil to avoid rust and oxidation.
The handle is inspired by traditional Japanese handles. The ambidextrous octagonal handle provides a sure grip that will remain comfortable after hours of use. The front of the handle is sealed with a brass ferrule.
Exceptional work throughout! This knife is sure to become a kitchen favorite.


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