Handmade Damascus Steel Serbian Chef Cleaver with Rosewood Full-Tang Handle and Leather Sheath

Blade Specification

• Style: Serbian-style cleaver with a curved belly, optimized for both rocking cuts and heavy chopping.

• Profile: Wide, deep blade geometry designed to provide ample finger clearance and serve as a scoop for ingredients.

• Edge: Precision-ground straight edge tapering into a rounded tip.

• Spine: Thick, robust spine construction to provide weight and durability for heavy-duty use.

• Accessories: Accompanied by a custom-fitted, hand-stitched leather sheath with a belt loop.

Handle Specification

• Material: Polished Rosewood scales, chosen for their natural grain and moisture resistance.

• Construction: Full-tang design where the steel extends through the entire length of the handle for maximum strength.

• Fasteners: Secured with three flush-mount stainless steel pins for permanent bonding.

• Ergonomics: Contoured, ergonomic grip that widens toward the butt to prevent slipping during high-force swings.

• Bolster: Features a smooth integrated transition from handle to blade for comfortable choking up on the grip.

Damascus Specification

• Pattern: Classic Twist Damascus pattern, displaying tight, wavy layers across the entire blade surface.

• Layer Count: Comprised of approximately 256 to 512 layers of forged steel.

• Material Blend: Hand-forged using a combination of 1095 High Carbon Steel and 15N20 Nickel Steel.

• Hardness: Heat-treated to a Rockwell hardness of 58-60 HRC to ensure long-lasting edge retention.

• Contrast: Acid-etched to highlight the high-contrast aesthetic between the different steel layers.