AlligatorHorse
8" CUSTOM CHEF KNIFE
SN: AH-0050
This custom order chef knife was forged from MagnaCut Stainless Steel. The blade is thick at the handle transition and then quickly tapers toward the heel and then again down the length of the blade. The heel and spine are rounded for comfort. At 8" in length this blade is perfect for most tasks in the kitchen.
The handle is one piece construction and was sculpted stabilized Buckeye Burl. The blade and handle were designed to flow together and provide several different ergonomic grip options. While at first glance the assumption may be that the finger groove is for your index finger wrapping around the handle, the groove can also be used for your thumb in what I call the alligator grip. The tip of the index and thumb are lightly touching creating a very secure and comfortable grip. In this configuration I find I have the control and blade alignment of the pinch grip, but maintain the power of the standard grip.
The blade was sharpened to a razors edge. Every step of this process was completed in my workshop creating a one of a kind, hand-forged knife.
Steel: MagnaCut Stainless Steel
Handle: Stabilized Buckeye Burl
Blade Length: 8"
Weight: 7 oz.
Overal Length: 13.5"
Heel Height: 1.875"
Spine thickness at handle: .1875"
Use the knife safely and properly. Knives are designed to cut, chop and slice and different blade styles are better suited than others for certain tasks. Kitchen knives are not designed to be bent, dropped or thrown. The edge is meant to cut food on surfaces that will not damage or dull the edge. Acceptable cutting surfaces include... cutting boards. Unacceptable surfaces include metal, ceramic plates, granite countertops, etc. These surfaces will rapidly dull or deform the edge and lead to poor performance.
Keep it clean and dry. Steel will rust and moisture left unattended on a knife will cause the ugly orange oxidation. High carbon steel knives will develop a patina over time that will change and darken the blades appearance, but will also help prevent rust from forming. We recommend gently rinsing your blade clean after use and then wiping it dry. This will promote the patina and not the rust. Never wash knives in the dishwasher. This will compromise your edge and your knife.
Maintain the Edge. It is not uncommon for a chef to start each day by sharpening all of their knives. Maintaining your edge will make complete resharpening less frequent and will keep you at optimal performance. For maintaining your edge, we recommend a steel rod or sharpening stone. If this does not bring back your edge, then it is time for a full resharpening. You can take your knife to a reputable knife sharpener in your area or, if you prefer, you can send it back to us for resharpening. We will sharpen it for free and only invoice you for the return shipping cost.
Store Properly. Keep your knives in a dry place and try to protect the edge. Magnetic knife boards or blocks are the best storage options but a kitchen drawer, can work as well. In a drawer we would recommend an edge protector to keep the edge safe as well as your fingers.
We want our AlligatorHorses to go to good, caring homes and we want them to give you the best possible experience. We do our best to handcraft superior knives and test them thoroughly before they go off into the world, but your feedback is an important way for us gauge performance and make improvements as needed. If you have any issues, concerns or questions, please contact us.
Our Pledge:
We unequivocally guarantee our craftsmanship and materials. We strive to make tough, capable knives and if there is any issue we will work with you to reach a solution. If there is any defect in materials or craftsmanship we will offer complimentary repair, credit or refund.
That being said, no knife is immortal. To get optimal performance a certain amount of maintenance and care is required.
Your Pledge: (please recite out loud)
I do solemnly pledge to care for my AlligatorHorse. I will keep it clean, I will keep it sharp. I will not abuse it, use it as a pry bar or throw it, and I will do my very best not to drop it. I will use it safely, I will use it as intended, I will use it every chance I get.
We cannot be held responsible for things such as neglect, misuse or abuse.
We offer free shipping within the U.S.
Shipping Time - U.S.
We require 5 business days to prepare your shipment. Delivery times vary by location and are not guaranteed. Typically it takes 3-5 business days to receive your order after it is shipped.
Shipping Time - International
We require 5 business days to prepare your shipment. Please allow 14 - 21 business days to receive your order after it is shipped. We cannot guarantee International delivery times due to customs. NOTE: You will be responsible for additional costs of duties/taxes assessed by the government upon delivery.
Tracking
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