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6.5” Hand-Forged Chef’s Knife, 8670

6.5” Hand-Forged Chef’s Knife, 8670

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USE: All-purpose chef's knife

This hidden tang chef’s knife is designed to be light, fast, and highly versatile, making it an excellent all-around kitchen knife for everyday prep and detailed work alike.


The 6 ½” blade offers a balanced blend of agility and control, while the 2” blade height at the heel provides generous knuckle clearance for comfortable, confident cutting. Forged from 8670 steel and finished in a brute-forge style, the blade delivers toughness, edge stability, and a lively feel on the board without unnecessary weight.

 

❄️ One of a kind, all knives are unique, I don't do production runs. If you have a knife in mind and don't see it ready to ship, start your made-to-order custom knife here.

 

🇺🇸 100% USA-Made by Hand
The steel is sourced from the United States, forged, and finished by hand in my backyard shop. The handle wood is sourced from small, family-run businesses in AZ, MT (women-owned), and WI. I aim to make something with character and integrity you can feel, perfectly balanced, in your hand. Read more 👉 about me.

 

 

  • 6½" blade, 12" total length
  • 8670 high-carbon steel
  • Made in Oregon
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Materials & Construction

8670 high-carbon steel blade delivers toughness, edge stability, and a lively feel on the cutting board without unnecessary weight.

Wavy Mango wood handle was selected for its warmth, movement, natural character, and striking contrast with the 4,000-year-old Bogwood bolster, which also adds a subtle forward balance point in hand. Finished with a single nickle silver spacer between the woods for a clean transition between materials.

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Brute de Forge finish, French for "rough from the forge", the textured area of the blade, near the spine, is a natural oxide layer on the steel formed during hand-forging and heat treatment. It preserves the character of each hammer strike, creating a unique surface pattern that contrasts beautifully with the knife’s polished edge and bevel.

Hidden tang construction hides the blade in the continuous wooden handle for an organic, comfortable hand feel and an attention to detail that rewards close inspection while remaining understated and functional.

Specifications

Blade Length: 6½" | 16.5cm
Total Length: 12" | 30.5cm
Weight: 6oz
Spine Width: 2.8mm
Construction: Hidden tang
Blade: 8070 high-carbon steel
Handle: Stabilized wavy Mango wood
Bolster: Ancient Bogwood (front)
Spacer: Single nickel silver

🙏 All knives are 100% hand-made without the use of machines, so please note that all measurements are approximate.

Care Info

High-carbon steel offers incredible sharpness and character, but it requires a little extra care. Treat your knife like a cast-iron skillet: use it often, keep it clean and dry, and it will reward you for a lifetime.

Important key tip — Always wipe and dry your knife frequently while cooking to maintain your knife's longevity and performance.

Basic High Carbon Steel Knife Care

  • Always keep your knife blade dry and clean.
  • Keep the wooden handle dry to prevent cracking or splitting.
  • Wash with warm soapy water - no abrasive sponges or pads.
  • Regularly maintain the edge with a leather strop or honing rod (steel or ceramic) to keep it sharp.

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    Knife Care Guide

    Cleaning & Storage Hand wash only — never put your knife in the dishwasher or leave it soaking  Wash with warm soapy water — no abrasive sponges or pads Always...

    Knife Care Guide

    Cleaning & Storage Hand wash only — never put your knife in the dishwasher or leave it soaking  Wash with warm soapy water — no abrasive sponges or pads Always...

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    About the Maker

    I’ve always been drawn to stories where someone receives a blade made just for them — a special weapon with its own history or meaning. That’s how I want my...

    About the Maker

    I’ve always been drawn to stories where someone receives a blade made just for them — a special weapon with its own history or meaning. That’s how I want my...

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