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The Truth About Damascus Steel

The Truth About Damascus Steel

‘Nary a day goes by here at the shop when we’re not asked the most common questions - “Are these knives with the wavy pattern made of Damascus Steel? And...

The Truth About Damascus Steel

‘Nary a day goes by here at the shop when we’re not asked the most common questions - “Are these knives with the wavy pattern made of Damascus Steel? And...

Knife Skills: How to Use Your Japanese Kitchen Knife Like a Pro

Knife Skills: How to Use Your Japanese Kitchen ...

Congrats on the Knife! Now what? A fancy-pants knife is a thing of beauty. There’s a very short list of things that are better than using an insanely sharp and...

Knife Skills: How to Use Your Japanese Kitchen ...

Congrats on the Knife! Now what? A fancy-pants knife is a thing of beauty. There’s a very short list of things that are better than using an insanely sharp and...

Chan Chi Kee (CCK): Sweet Chinese Cleavers from Hong Kong

Chan Chi Kee (CCK): Sweet Chinese Cleavers from...

In China, as well as Chinese homes and restaurants worldwide, kitchen knives are typically large and rectangular. Chinese “cleavers” range from ultra-thin slicers to thick bone choppers and are surprisingly...

Chan Chi Kee (CCK): Sweet Chinese Cleavers from...

In China, as well as Chinese homes and restaurants worldwide, kitchen knives are typically large and rectangular. Chinese “cleavers” range from ultra-thin slicers to thick bone choppers and are surprisingly...

Knife Care: Why Everyone Needs a Larchwood Cutting Board

Knife Care: Why Everyone Needs a Larchwood Cutt...

It’s easy to become a knife nerd. Using a ridiculously sharp knife can be an eye-opening experience. The silky glide of a thin, sharp knife through a tomato is downright...

Knife Care: Why Everyone Needs a Larchwood Cutt...

It’s easy to become a knife nerd. Using a ridiculously sharp knife can be an eye-opening experience. The silky glide of a thin, sharp knife through a tomato is downright...

Can Stainless Steel Knives Rust? (Yes, Here's Why)

Can Stainless Steel Knives Rust? (Yes, Here's Why)

One of the biggest deciding factors when choosing a Japanese knife is stainless steel v.s. High-carbon steel. Historically, high-carbon steel was superior for many reasons, but today both materials offer...

Can Stainless Steel Knives Rust? (Yes, Here's Why)

One of the biggest deciding factors when choosing a Japanese knife is stainless steel v.s. High-carbon steel. Historically, high-carbon steel was superior for many reasons, but today both materials offer...

A Beginner's Guide to Japanese Knife Finishes: Kurouchi, Damascus, and More!

A Beginner's Guide to Japanese Knife Finishes: ...

If you’ve been to a Knifewear store or seen us around online, it’s no secret that we LOVE Japanese knives: they came from the heavens to make prep work a...

A Beginner's Guide to Japanese Knife Finishes: ...

If you’ve been to a Knifewear store or seen us around online, it’s no secret that we LOVE Japanese knives: they came from the heavens to make prep work a...