XXL Integral Chef knife

This European style XXL chef knife is a workhorse, it is hand forged from Silver Steel high carbon steel.
it is forged with an integral bolster, medium tapered spine with a gradual taper to the tip.
The bevels have been belt satin finish with a full convex full geometry for a thin but strong edge.
 
The handle is larger and ergonomically shaped, is made from exotic leadwood, a wood that has great density to balance out the weight of the blade, it is highly polished and has a flowing fit to the bolster.
Normal grip will make it front heavy but pinch grip will make the blade nicely balanced. The handle is hand carved with a checkered pattern for better grip and aesthetics.
This knife is a workhorse designed for most tasks of chopping and slicing meat/fruit and vegetables with a blade length that can handle the largest of tasks.
Handle length: 134mm (165mm with bolster)
Blade length: 355mm
Blade width: base 68mm tip 20mm
Blade thickness: base 3.45mm tip 1.00mm
Weight: 565g
Price Is inclusive of postage and packaging and branded box.