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: Mahogany Wood with Olive 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, natural warmth, 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. The blade features a clean hand-rubbed satin finish, offering an elegant 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 effortlessly through ingredients.
Timeless Elegance: Mahogany & Olive G10 Handle
The handle construction pairs classic natural beauty with subtle modern accents. The scales are shaped from rich Mahogany Wood, providing a warm, organic feel in hand with deep grain character. The handle is sculpted into an ergonomic profile, contoured to fit naturally into the palm swell to reduce fatigue during prolonged use.
Adding a bespoke touch of contrast, the handle features subtle Olive G10 Liners nestled between the mahogany scales and the full steel tang, accentuating the knife’s handmade silhouette with an earthy, refined pop of color.
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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