Chef's Knife with Tasmanian Blackwood

Product Description for Chef's Knife with Tasmanian Blackwood

Maker: Jackson Rumble, J.S. (2019) (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 100476
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 8.25 in.
Cutting edge length: 8.25 in.
Total length: 13.10 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.05 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.19 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.13 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.05 in.
Item weight: 10.60 oz.
Blade: Hand forged, satin finished 5160 carbon steel
Bolster: Integral
Handle: Presentation grade Tasmanian blackwood
Description: It is tremendously exciting to see an increasingly wide range of knifemakers focusing on chef's knives. Knifemaker Jackson Rumble is creating some of the best chef's knives coming out of Australia. Rumble was honored as a Journeyman Smith at the 2019 Blade Show in Atlanta. Along with his journeyman smith credentials, Rumble received the prestigious Joe Keeslar Award for Best JS Knife Presented.
This 8-1/4 chef's knife is likely to become the primary knife used in your kitchen. The sleek blade provides finger clearance while being extremely dexterous. The blade has a perfect shape for an efficient rocking chop. Whether chopping onions, mincing garlic, or slicing meats, this knife will be a perfect choice.
The blade was forged to shape from 5160 carbon steel. This steel combines great edge holding with durability and impact resistance. Because it is a carbon steel, we recommend using camellia oil to avoid rust and oxidation.
The bolster is integral to the bolster. This technique, while common in production knives, requires tremendous skill in a custom environment. The integral bolster brings weight into the center of the knife. A thin bronze spacer is surrounded by black fiber. This assists the handle to adjust to temperature and humidity changes. The presentation grade Tasmanian blackwood handle is nicely contoured for a secure, comfortable grip. Tasmanian blackwood (Acacia melanoxylon) is native to Tasmania and eastern Australia. Although called “blackwood,” the name is somewhat of a misnomer, as its wood is not at all black. Rather, its lustrous golden brown grain and figure is very similar to Hawaiian curly koa.
Exceptional work throughout!


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