Chef’s Cleaver in Walnut

Description

This beefy cleaver is more than what it appears to be at first glance; one should think of it as more of a chef’s knife that happens to be in the shape of a cleaver rather than a full on cleaver. With it’s thin, refined double bevel blade geometry, it is much more suited to precise and delicate kitchen work rather than hacking through bones.

The blade is forged from carbon steel that has sat outside for years, slowly rusting away. The rust pitting, along with marks remaining from the blow of the hammer, produce a wonderful contrast in the final polished surface finish of the blade giving it far more character. Almost perfect, but still rustic and functional. As with all carbon steel knives, this blade will age and patina over time. The full tang handle has single piece walnut scales with brass pins. Simple yet well executed. Strangely fitting for for this style of knife.