Integral Damascus Chef's Knife (8-1/2 in.) with Camatillo Wood

Product Description for Integral Damascus Chef's Knife (8-1/2 in.) with Camatillo Wood

Maker: David Lisch, M.S. (click to see more by this maker)
Price: $1,800.00
Item num: 113156
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 8.60 in.
Cutting edge length: 8.60 in.
Total length: 13.60 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.08 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.17 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.06 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.02 in.
Item weight: 7.60 oz.
Blade: Celtic Mystic Matrix damascus forged from 1084 and 15N20 carbon steel
Bolster: Integral mosaic damascus
Handle: Camatillo wood
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.
The 8-1/2 inch blade was forged from David's own Celtic Mystic Matrix Damascus, combining 1084 and 15N20 carbon steel to ensure excellent edge holding and chip resistance. The complex mosaic damascus pattern is extremely engaging and will have you staring at the blade for hours. The blade is flat ground with a razor sharp cutting edge. The spine and choil are rounded for a comfortable pinch grip.
The blade and bolster are integral - with the damascus pattern flowing seamlessly from blade to bolster. Because the blade and bolster are formed from one piece it creates superior structural integrity. This is difficult to do in a custom setting and shows the smith's skill at the forge.
The handle is hand contoured camatillo wood. Camatillo (Dalbergia congestiflora), also known as Mexican Kingwood, is a dense and exotic hardwood native to Mexico and Central America. Renowned for its striking purple to deep reddish-brown hues with dark, fine grain lines, it is highly durable and naturally resistant to decay. The handle provides a comfortable, non-slip grip that nicely accommodates a pinch grip. Like other knives, this knife should not be put in the dishwasher.
Excellent work throughout!


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