Integral Chef's Knife (8 in.) with African Blackwood

Product Description for Integral Chef's Knife (8 in.) with African Blackwood

Maker: Jordan Buckley (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 111722
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 7.90 in.
Cutting edge length: 7.90 in.
Total length: 12.60 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.02 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.17 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.02 in.
Item weight: 7.40 oz.
Blade: Hand forged 1084 carbon steel with a hand rubbed satin finish
Bolster: Integral 1084 carbon steel
Handle: African blackwood
Description: Up and coming knifemaker, Jordan Buckley has tremendous attention to detail. Jordan, who is 21 years old (as of the spring of 2025) is a Washington native. His passion for bladesmithing is clear throughout all his knives. His work and aesthetic have tremendous refinement despite only having been making knives for 5 years. Perhaps it is no surprise that he aspires to become a mastersmith by 25!
This high performance chef's knife is a perfect choice as a primary knife in the kitchen. The blade is well suited for slicing vegetables, meats, and more. The gentle arc of the cutting edge is perfect for a rocking, chopping motion with plenty of finger clearance over a cutting board. At 7.9 inches, it is a comfortable size for easy control and will get almost any task done. This nimble knife is sure to become your kitchen favorite.
The blade is hand forged 1084 carbon steel and features a meticulous hand rubbed satin finish. 1084 is tough, chip resistant, and maintains a razor sharp edge for a long time. The blade is ground beautifully thin for high performance. The spine and choil are nicely rounded for comfort.
The bolster is integral to the blade. This technique has superior structural integrity and requires a particularly talented smith. The bolster is carved to encourage a comfortable pinch grip. Thin alternating spacers of silicon bronze and black G10 assist the handle to adjust to temperature and humidity changes.
The handle is African blackwood, sculpted to provide a comfortable grip. African blackwood (Dalbergia melanoxylon) is a dense, nearly jet black wood that holds up beautifully to the demands of either a homer or commercial kitchen. The handle is lightweight and very nimble allowing the knife to remain comfortable even after hours of extended use. This knife is sure to become a kitchen favorite! Like other knives, this knife should not be put in the dishwasher.
Excellent work throughout!


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