Whether you cook every day or hardly at all, every kitchen should have a chef’s knife. Of all the pieces in a kitchen cutlery set, the chef’s knife is the most multifunctional knife which is why it is the most important one.
You probably already have knives in your kitchen. But if you have an old knife set, it’s probably time for an upgrade. Dull kitchen knives are hard to use, as well as a lot more dangerous than a sharp knife. A sharp knife is precise, and doesn’t require as much force to use, which prevents you from accidentally slipping it off your food and onto your fingers.
SANTOKU
- 6.5” Blade
- 12” Overall
- AEB-L Stainless Steel
- 61-63 HRC
- Stabilized Maple Burl & Cocobolo Handle
- Brass Jacketed Cocobolo Pins
- Black Liner
About Bordertown Blades:
BORDERTOWN BLADES, INC. is a small custom knife manufacturer without the custom price tag. Chris Shires, owner and head bladesmith, handcrafts all of his knives right here in Blaine, Washington.
I believe in the story a knife can tell after years of use, I hope one of my knives will become a part of your story.
I have been making knives professionally for over a dozen years and have been fortunate enough to put knives in the hands of professional hunters, fishermen, and some incredible chefs. I believe in quality products, made by hand in America, at a price point people can afford.
Each knife begins as a hand cut high carbon blade that I hand grind and polish, then heat treat and temper or AEB-L Stainless Steel that I cryo treat. Then finally, assemble and shape by hand. I primarily use premium grade exotic hardwoods and burls. All handles are pinned in place, using a variety of pin materials such as stainless steel, brass, and high end mosaic pins.
I do stabilize some of my wood handles with resin to make them harder and more resistant to shrinking and warping. On occasion, I will also dye the resin to create an even more unique piece.
I will often post pictures of knives without sheaths. I can select the sheath for left or right-handed individuals when the knife is ordered. Custom sheaths and personalized engraving are available by request.
