Price: $300
Steel: AEB-L Stainless
Blade Length: 4.5 Inches
Blade Height: 1.5 Inches
Blade Width: 3/32 Inch
Overall Length: 8.75 Inches
Handle Material: Emerald Green Micarta with Gray G10 Liners
Edge Angle (from center): 12.5 degrees
Description:
The Bridge Between Paring and Production
Not quite a paring knife, yet not quite a full-sized chef, this custom-made short chef knife is defined by its refusal to be categorized. It is the definitive solution for the “middle ground” tasks that dominate kitchen prep—those moments when a standard paring knife feels too delicate, but an 8-inch chef knife feels cumbersome. Crafted with premium materials and precision geometry, this versatile hybrid is built to be the most active tool on your cutting board.
The Design Philosophy: Versatility First
Measuring 8.75 inches overall, the design prioritizes high-dexterity control. With a blade just 4.5 inches long, it offers the surgical precision needed for trimming silver skin, deboning poultry, or hulling strawberries. However, unlike a narrow paring knife, it features a generous 1.5-inch heel height. This clearance provides full knuckle protection while working on the board, allowing you to slice shallots, mince garlic, or dice small vegetables using push-cuts and light rocking motions normally reserved for much larger blades.
Premium Swedish Stainless Steel
The core of this performance is AEB-L Stainless Steel, a steel originally developed for razor blades and prized by custom makers for its exceptionally fine grain structure. Ground from 3/32-inch stock, the thin profile ensures minimal resistance when slicing through dense food. It takes an incredibly keen edge and, thanks to its high toughness and corrosion resistance, maintains that edge through demanding prep sessions. This blade features a beautiful, hand-rubbed satin finish, offering a classic, clean aesthetic that minimizes the appearance of standard kitchen wear.
The Edge of Precision
To unlock the full potential of the AEB-L steel, this short chef knife is finished with a blistering razor edge. Ground to an acute 12.5 degrees per side, this profile is optimized for laser-like slicing performance, allowing the knife to glide rather than force its way through ingredients.
Rugged Luxury: Emerald Micarta Handle
The handle construction embodies the philosophy of “rugged micarta on an elegant short chef knife.” The scales are crafted from durable Emerald Green Micarta, a material known for its superior toughness, stability, and tactile, confident grip—even when wet with kitchen oils or water. The Micarta is sculpted into an ergonomic profile, contoured to fit naturally into the palm swell to reduce hand fatigue during prolonged use.
For a final touch of sophistication, the handle features subtle, Gray G10 Liners sandwiched between the Micarta and the full steel tang, providing a polished contrast that highlights the knife’s handmade pedigree.
Sheath: Not included. Chef and kitchen knives ship in a protective cardboard guard, ready for your cutlery drawer or block display.
Because the items are unique, one-of-a-kind functional art pieces, all sales are final. However, I stand by the structural integrity of my work. If you encounter a workshop defect, please contact me immediately so I can make it right.
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