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Empress Damascus Chef's Knife

Asia

$395.00

An elegantly architected culinary weapon, Empress is a classic Japanese "Gyuto" style all-purpose chef's knife featuring an Austrian-made BÖHLER M390 super steel core. This tough, ultra sharp steel is equally at home finely mincing garlic as it is processing large chunks of meat and bone. Empress is as impressive as it is versatile.

The M390 core is clad in pattern-welded steel, a combination of high-carbon 304 material and nickel alloy, giving the blade surface its misty Damascus appearance. The octagonal handle is constructed of stabilized burl wood and water buffalo horn.

Ships within 5–7 business days. Free shipping on orders over $100. Presale orders ship in 6–8 weeks.

Details & Materials +

Empress Damascus is hand-forged for Fundamental Artifact by master knifesmith Nguyễn Tiến Viết at his workshop outside of Hanoi, Vietnam. Viết has an exceptional talent for combining natural artistry with otherwordly performance, and has earned a reputation around the world for the exceptional quality of his work. He runs the forge alongside his wife and three young children.

Empress Damascus Specifications:
Blade Length: 234mm
Overall Length: 375mm
Handle Length: 141mm
Blade Height: 53mm
Weight: 176g

Core: BÖHLER M390 steel
Hardness: 60-62 HRC
Origin: Austria

Cladding: 304 Carbon Steel with Nickel

Handle
Style: Octagonal
Body: Stabilized ebony wood
Bolster: Water buffalo horn

Care Instructions +

Hand wash in soapy water. Avoid prolonged exposure to acidic substances, as when cutting citrus.

M390 steel rates extremely well for edge-retention, due to the hardness of the steel. Our knives ship dangerously sharp and stay that way, assuming proper use. Due to the hardness of the steel, we recommend periodic professional sharpening.

Shipping & Returns +

Ships within 5–7 business days. Free shipping on orders over $100. We accept returns within 14 days for unused items in original condition.

Empress Damascus Chef's Knife

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