Stars on the Water Brisket Slicer/Sujihiki (11-3/4 in.) with African Blackwood

Product Description for Stars on the Water Brisket Slicer/Sujihiki (11-3/4 in.) with African Blackwood

Maker: David Lisch, M.S. (click to see more by this maker)
Price: $2,200.00
Item num: 112188
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 11.80 in.
Cutting edge length: 11.80 in.
Total length: 16.90 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.10 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.15 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.09 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.04 in.
Item weight: 10.80 oz.
Blade: Stars on the water mosaic damascus forged from 1080 and 15N20 carbon steel, hardened to 59-61 Hrc
Bolster: Integral mosaic damascus
Handle: African blackwood
Description: Mastersmith David Lisch lives in Yelm, Washington. He is well known for his bowies, hunting knives, and kitchen knives. He has a level of creativity that few knifemakers can emulate. When combined with his high level blacksmith skills, he is able to create incredible knives that are highly desirable worldwide. Over the last several years, David has been creating some of the best chef's knives to be found anywhere.
Whether slicing briskets, roasts, or portioning fish, this slicer has you covered.
The 11-3/4 inch blade is forged from David's own mosaic damascus. It is stunning pattern that Lisch calls Stars on the Water. The top billet of mosaic damascus features nickel stars moving through the steel, giving an appearance of bright stars twinkling through the dark of the night sky. The bottom mosaic billet gives the appearance of the ocean, refracting the light from the stars. This gorgeous scene will have you staring at the blade for hours. The damascus is hand forged from 1080 and 15N20 carbon steel and hardened to 59-61 Hrc to ensure an excellent combination of edge holding and chip resistance. The spine and choil are softened to ensure a comfortable grip. Lisch's touchmark is on the left side of the blade. Because the blade is forged from carbon steels, we recommend using camellia oil to protect the blade and natural wood handle.
The bolster is integral to the blade, with the damascus pattern moving seamlessly from bolster to blade. This technique has superior structural integrity and requires a particularly talented smith.
The Japanese-inspired octagonal handle is African blackwood. African blackwood is one of the densest woods in the world, highly prized for its jet black appearance. It will hold up exceptionally to the harsh demands of a professional kitchen. A brass and black spacer will help the natural wood adjust to humidity and temperature changes. Like other knives, this knife should not be put in the dishwasher.
Excellent work throughout!


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