Integral Chef's Knife (9-1/4 in.) with Bois de Rose and Holly - 52100

Product Description for Integral Chef's Knife (9-1/4 in.) with Bois de Rose and Holly - 52100

Maker: Dale Miller (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 111987
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 9.30 in.
Cutting edge length: 9.20 in.
Total length: 13.90 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.13 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.07 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.05 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.01 in.
Item weight: 6.20 oz.
Blade: Hand forged 52100 carbon steel with a hand rubbed satin finish
Bolster: Integral 52100 carbon steel
Handle: Bois de rose wood
Description: Dale Miller has been making knives since 2015, after many years of working in wood, building musical instruments, speakers, hand planes, and other pieces. He uses knives in the kitchen, regularly making charcuterie and tsukemono (Japanese pickles) and uses this experience to inform his knife design and execution. His mission is to make functional, beautiful knives out of the best available materials.
The blade is hand forged 52100 carbon steel. Many knifemakers as well as knife users feel that 52100 is among the best (if not the best) steel used in the modern knife industry. It provides an exceptionally keen, long lasting edge matched with excellent durability. The spine and choil are nicely rounded for comfort. The distal tapered blade has beautifully thin geometry for high performance cuts. Dale'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 and will accommodate a comfortable pinch grip. This technique has superior structural integrity and requires a particularly talented smith.
The handle is bois de rose (translating to wood of the rose). This true rosewood (Dalbergia maritima) is highly sought-after and prized. It is only found on the African island of Madagascar. The handle has been hand contoured, polished and waxed, giving this rare wood an almost jet black appearance. A stabilized holly spacer adds a nice contrast.
Excellent work throughout!


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