This very large chef knife is hand forged using Victorian wrought iron as cladding on either side of a high-carbon low-alloy 1.2562 steel core. This century old wrought iron has gorgeous grey plumes throughout. The knife feels substantial in the hand but is ground thin behind the edge for cutting performance. The handle is made from a lovely piece of apple wood with a brass cap and pin. 
 
This blade is made with mild and high carbon steel which, unlike stainless steel, is 'reactive'; this means the blade will develop a patina, changing the appearance of the blade surface as you use it (see T&C's). I prefer to work with high carbon steels over stainless steels due to their incredible edge retention and ease of sharpening at home, but they do require more care and no dishwasher
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This blade can rust if left wet. Handwash only.
 
Total length: 360mm
Blade length: 220mm
Depth at heel: 50mm