Damascus Chef's Knife (7-1/2 in.) with Ironwood and Holly

Product Description for Damascus Chef's Knife (7-1/2 in.) with Ironwood and Holly

Maker: Sam Reed (Reed, Hammer & Needle) (click to see more by this maker)
Price: $650.00
Item num: 113874
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 7.70 in.
Cutting edge length: 7.40 in.
Total length: 13.60 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.11 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.06 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.01 in.
Item weight: 5.80 oz.
Blade: Damascus forged from 1084, 1075, and 15N20 carbon steel
Bolster: Stabilized holly
Handle: Arizona desert ironwood
Description: Sam Reed is a craftsman and metalworker living in Seattle, WA. He's happiest when he's making beautiful and functional things. Everything he designs and makes is meant to be used.
This high-performance chef's knife is a perfect choice as a primary knife in the kitchen. The long blade is perfect for chopping and slicing. The gentle arc of the cutting edge is perfect for a rocking, chopping motion with plenty of finger clearance over a cutting board. At 7-1/2 inches, this nimble knife is easy to control, yet will get most any task accomplished with ease.
The blade is hand forged damascus. 860 layers of steel were combined to create the intricate pattern. By combining 1084, 15N20, and 1075 carbon steels, Sam ensures a keen, long-lasting edge. Because this knife is made from carbon steel, we recommend using camellia oil to prevent rust. The blade has tremendous, thin geometry and will effortlessly slice and chop. Reed's mark is on the right side of the blade.
The ambidextrous Japanese-inspired handle is a style called a half-round. The faceted top is matched with a rounded base for comfort. The handle combines Arizona desert ironwood with a stabilized holly wood ferrule. Desert ironwood (Olneya tesota) is a rare wood that is only found in the valleys of the Sonoran Desert below 2,500 foot elevation. It is extremely dense and durable. In fact, it is so dense, that if a piece is dropped in water it will sink! Like other knives, this knife should not be put in the dishwasher.
Excellent work throughout!


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