Utility Knife with Vintage Emerald Micarta (5-1/2 in)

Product Description for Utility Knife with Vintage Emerald Micarta (5-1/2 in)

Maker: Joshua Fisher (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 108574
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 5.90 in.
Cutting edge length: 5.50 in.
Total length: 9.50 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.50 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.06 in.
Item weight: 4.60 oz.
Blade: Nitro-V stainless steel with a shinogi grind
Handle: Vintage emerald Micarta set on a full tang
Description: This exceptional chef's utility is the work of Kentucky bladesmith Joshua Fisher. Joshua is a full time knifemaker and a Forged in Fire champion (season 8, episode 23). He started making knives when he was 22 years old. He liked the idea of being able to take raw materials and make a functional tool that can be used every day. Joshua was honored to work with Wounded Warrior Project teaching veterans how to make knives, tomahawks, and other tools -- providing a unique experience and outlet for the veterans.
A utility knife is between a chef’s knife and a paring knife. This makes it perfect for a multitude of small tasks where more precise cuts are needed, such as trimming broccoli, green beans, or other smaller vegetables. Some cooks like to use it in their hand, too—almost like a large paring knife. Others like its smaller size as an alternative to the chef’s knife. Utility knives are sometimes called sandwich knives because they work well on almost everything that goes into a sandwich—from thin-skinned vegetables such as tomatoes, to meats and cheeses.
The blade is hand ground Nitro-V stainless steel. Nitro-V is a martensitic stainless steel with a chromium-based composition created by the New Jersey Steel Baron company. Nitrogen and vanadium have been added to the composition of AEB-L to improve edge performance. The resulting blade has an extremely keen, long-lasting edge and is just as tough or tougher than similar carbon steels while being completely stainless. The blade features a shinogi grind -- a transition in the grind provides exceptional food release.
Vintage emerald Micarta handle scales are set on the full tang for strength and durability. The vintage laminated handle material shows unique aging lines. It provides a durable grip that doesn't easily become slippery. Torx screws secure the handle scales in place.
Exceptional work throughout!


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