CHEF KNIVES
Kitchen blades with forge character. Our chef knives, cleavers, nakiri and santoku are hand-forged from layered Damascus steel and fitted with wenge, rosewood and bolstered handles — sharp enough for paper-thin slices, patterned enough to be the best-looking tool in your kitchen. Each ships with a protective sheath, and engraving turns one into a chef’s personal blade.
Damascus Bowie Knife — Hand-Forged, 10″ Overall, Bone Handle, Leather Sheath | Engraving Available
Original price was: $380.00.$133.00Current price is: $133.00.
Damascus Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Wenge Wood Handle, Leather Sheath
Original price was: $148.33.$51.92Current price is: $51.92.
Damascus Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Rosewood Handle, Leather Sheath
Original price was: $148.33.$51.92Current price is: $51.92.
High-Carbon Cleaver — Hand-Forged, Resin Handle, Leather Sheath
Original price was: $122.00.$42.70Current price is: $42.70.
Damascus Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Pakka Wood Handle, Leather Sheath
Original price was: $148.33.$51.92Current price is: $51.92.
Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Olive Wood Handle, Leather Sheath
Original price was: $148.33.$51.92Current price is: $51.92.
D2 Steel Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Wenge Wood Handle, Leather Sheath
Original price was: $148.33.$51.92Current price is: $51.92.
Damascus Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Rosewood Handle, Leather Sheath | Engraving Available (RK-1093)
Original price was: $186.98.$65.44Current price is: $65.44.
Damascus Nakiri Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Rosewood Handle, Leather Sheath | Engraving Available (RK-1094)
Original price was: $241.98.$84.69Current price is: $84.69.
Damascus Nakiri Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Rosewood Handle, Leather Sheath | Engraving Available (RK-1097)
Original price was: $302.98.$106.04Current price is: $106.04.
Damascus Nakiri Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Rosewood Handle, Leather Sheath | Engraving Available
Original price was: $185.98.$65.09Current price is: $65.09.
Damascus Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Wood Handle, Leather Sheath | Engraving Available
Original price was: $130.00.$45.50Current price is: $45.50.
Damascus Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Buffalo Horn Handle, Leather Sheath (RK-379)
Original price was: $250.00.$87.50Current price is: $87.50.
Damascus Viking Seax Knife — Hand-Forged, Bone Handle, Leather Sheath | Engraving Available
Original price was: $165.00.$57.75Current price is: $57.75.
High-Carbon Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Stag Horn Handle, Leather Sheath
Original price was: $117.00.$40.95Current price is: $40.95.
Damascus Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Buffalo Horn Handle, Leather Sheath (RK-430)
Original price was: $280.00.$98.00Current price is: $98.00.
Damascus Chef Knife — Hand-Forged, Buffalo Horn Handle, Leather Sheath
Original price was: $250.00.$87.50Current price is: $87.50.
Pizza Axe — Hand-Forged Stainless Steel, Olive Wood Handle, Leather Blade Cover | Engraving Available
Original price was: $155.00.$54.25Current price is: $54.25.Chef, Cleaver, Nakiri or Santoku?
A chef knife (8" curved blade) is the all-purpose workhorse. A nakiri is a flat-edged vegetable specialist. A santoku is the shorter Japanese all-rounder. A cleaver powers through dense vegetables and meat prep. All are hand-forged Damascus — pick by how you cook.
Caring for Damascus in the Kitchen
Hand-wash and dry immediately — never dishwasher. A light coat of food-safe mineral oil keeps the carbon Damascus pattern bright. Hone regularly on a ceramic rod and it will hold a screaming edge. These knives also make standout gift pairings with our EDC folders for the cook who carries.
Chef Knife FAQ
Are Damascus chef knives dishwasher safe?
No. Hand-wash and towel-dry immediately — dishwashers corrode carbon Damascus and damage wooden handles.
Will the blade react with acidic food?
Carbon Damascus develops a natural grey patina with use, especially with onions, citrus and tomatoes. It's harmless, protective and part of the character; oiling slows it.
What handle materials do you use?
Wenge, rosewood, pakka wood, bone and horn — often with brass or steel bolsters. Each product lists its exact materials.
How sharp do they arrive?
Shaving sharp. Each blade is hand-sharpened and inspected before shipping from Memphis, TN.
Can I engrave a chef's name on the blade?
Yes — blade engraving is available on most kitchen knives, a favorite gift for professional cooks and food lovers.