Integral Chef's Knife (11-1/3 in.) with Black and Natural G-10

Product Description for Integral Chef's Knife (11-1/3 in.) with Black and Natural G-10

Maker: Michael Rader, M.S. (click to see more by this maker)
Price: $2,100.00
Item num: 111133
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 11.40 in.
Cutting edge length: 11.40 in.
Total length: 16.50 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.07 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.17 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.09 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.04 in.
Item weight: 9.60 oz.
Blade: Marquenched, hand forged 52100 carbon steel for high performance edge retention
Bolster: Integral 52100 carbon steel
Handle: Black and natural G-10
Description: Washington knifemaker Michael Rader became a journeyman smith in June 2006 and a Mastersmith in 2010. He is best known for creating dramatic chef’s knives, swords and daggers with handle work that is beyond compare. This exquisite chef’s knife was made in the summer of 2007, while he was a journeyman smith. It has been kept in a private collection and is in new condition. By all appearances, Michael could have made it yesterday.
A chef's knife is the general purpose knife in the kitchen. From slicing tomatoes to chopping onions, this knife will get the task done perfectly. At over 11 inches, this knife will be perfect for a professional chef or skilled home cook, easily making quick work of any task thrown at it.
The hand forged 52100 carbon steel blade features a "mustard" protective forced patina. This attractive finish helps prevent rust and makes the knife easy to maintain. The blade is heat treated to 60-61 Hrc for a keen, long lasting edge that is still easy to sharpen. Many knifemakers and collectors feel that 52100 carbon steel is among the best steels currently used for knives due to its exceptional edge holding and sharpness. The bolster is integral -- a technique that, while common in production knives, is rare in handmade knives due to the difficulty of implementation. Because this knife is forged from carbon steel, we recommend camellia oil to protect the blade from rust and oxidation.
The handle combines black and natural G-10 into a comfortable contoured handle. G-10 is extremely durable and will hold up well to the harsh demands of a professional kitchen. Despite its size, this knife remains nimble and easy to control. This is a knife you won't want to put down. Like other knives, this knife should not be put in the dishwasher.
Excellent work throughout!


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