Integral Damascus Chef's Knife (9-1/3 in.) with Maple

Product Description for Integral Damascus Chef's Knife (9-1/3 in.) with Maple

Maker: C. Luis Pina (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 111033
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 9.40 in.
Cutting edge length: 9.40 in.
Total length: 13.70 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.33 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.09 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.06 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.03 in.
Item weight: 8.40 oz.
Blade: Damascus forged from 1080 and 15N20 carbon steels
Bolster: Integral damascus
Handle: Dyed and stabilized maple
Description: C. Luis Pina, is an exceptional bladesmith and specializes in kitchen knives. He apprenticed under Mastersmith David Lisch. Luis' past career as a chef provides him with an understanding of chef's knives that is rarely found elsewhere.
The 9-1/3 inch blade is forged from Pina's own ladder pattern damascus, combining 1080 and 15N20 carbon steels for excellent edge holding and chip resistance. The high contrast pattern is extremely engaging and will have you staring at it for hours. At 2-1/3 inches tall, this blade will have lots of clearance over a cutting board and ensures the knife will last many sharpenings. The blade is convex ground to help facilitate food release. The spine and choil are nicely rounded for comfort. Pina's touchmark is on the left side of the blade. We recommend using camellia oil to protect the blade and natural wood handle.
The bolster is integral to the blade with the damascus pattern flowing seamlessly from blade to bolster. Integral bolsters have superior structural integrity and require a particularly talented smith.
The handle is dyed and stabilized maple, sculpted to provide a comfortable grip. The stabilized wood will hold up well to the harsh demands of a professional kitchen. Alternating black G-10 and phosphor bronze spacers finish the handle. Like other knives, this knife should not be put in the dishwasher.
Excellent work throughout!


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