{"title":"SHOP NORA KNIVES \u0026 PRODUCTS","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"nora-7-western-gyuto-946-teal-orange-red","title":"NORA 7\" Western Gyuto #1047  - Howard","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eGyuto\u003c\/em\u003e is the Japanese version of the classic Western chef's knife but the blade tends to be thinner and holds a sharper edge. A gyuto is similar to a utility knife in that it is a multipurpose knife that can handle virtually every task including chopping, mincing and slicing meat, fish, vegetables and fruit.  Our gyuto has a long, western style handle but a Japanese inspired profile with a fair amount of belly in the blade to allow for a gentle rocking motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1047, has been handled with custom blend of Shokwood that combines teal, orange and ruby red resins.  This is a new color combo for us and we sort of like the funky look of it.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe knife has been custom engraved with a gent named Howard.  He's here for the party. He is an Aussie vet...has seen a few things...just wants to live his life and enjoy the time he has left.  He tried quitting several times but a good smoke is the only thing that calms his nerves these days. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShokwood is a hybrid mix of live edge wood and urethane based resins. This particular handle has stabilized big leaf maple burl wood. The handle also has a bolstered area of Red G10 towards the top which complements the pins as well as the resins in the handle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade has been made from AEB-L stainless steel which is a high quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon \u0026amp; chromium and with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability.  The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a side note, there are two things we like to mention about this steel: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.) This steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.) AEB-L is a stainless steel but just barely.  The higher carbon content in this stainless is what allows it to get a fine edge and higher hardness than other stainless steels but it also has a tendency to sometimes form very fine rust spots on the blade.  If this happens, these are easily removed with a green scotch brite pad and usually the rough end of a kitchen sponge will also do the trick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: AEB-L Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 13.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eHandle Material(s) Teal\/Ruby\/Orange Blend Shokwood, Orange G10 liners, Red G11 Pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32720512018,"sku":"","price":327.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170709112713.jpg?v=1571438960"},{"product_id":"nora-nakiri-967-blizzard-blue-shokwood","title":"NORA Nakiri #1070 - Spalted Maple","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nakiri knife is a Japanese style knife that is specifically designed to excel at cutting and prepping vegetables and greens.  These blades are very thin and literally fall through food. Because of the thinness, these blades should not be used for cutting through any type of bone or harder objects but you would be surprised at the versatility of the Nakiri.  We find we use ours for a wide array of tasks in the kitchen - everything from protein prep to bread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade height is just over 2 inches which is larger than many other Nakiri's but we find it helps keep your knuckles off the board and it works well with many larger vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach of our blades is unique and numbered. This NORA knife, number #1070, has been handled with a base of stabilized spalted maple complemented by a black urethane resin that was cast with spiralized pasta. Yes...pasta.  The result kinda looks like fossilized bone which makes for a cool effect and is the reason for our small laser engraving on the nakiri. Sometimes we engrave just because we can and we like to add to each of our knives to make them unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs mentioned above, the wood on this handle has been stabilized. Wood is stabilized by injecting a clear acrylic resin into the wood under a vacuum process. This helps fill all small voids in the wood and the process minimizes, if not eliminates, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. Stabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability.  The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a side note, there are two things we like to mention about this steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.) This steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.) AEB-L is a stainless steel but just barely.  The higher carbon content in this stainless is what allows it to get a fine edge and higher hardness than other stainless steels but it also has a tendency to sometimes form very fine rust spots on the blade.  If this happens, these are easily removed with a green scotch brite pad and usually the rough end of a kitchen sponge will also do the trick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product-information\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product-gallery\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"active-wrapper\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: AEB-L Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 6.5 inches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 11.75 inches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Stabilized Spalted Maple, Urethane Based Resin with Spiralized pasta, Black\/White G10, Carbon Fiber Pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33503388242,"sku":"","price":335.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170813181522.jpg?v=1571438961"},{"product_id":"nora-7-inch-kiritsuke-ruby-red-shokwood","title":"NORA #1003 - 7' Kiritsuke - CPM M4 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNORA knife #1003 is our take on the versatile Japanese Gyuto. The \u003cem\u003eGyuto\u003c\/em\u003e is the Japanese version of the classic Western chef's knife but the blade tends to be thinner and holds a sharper edge. A gyuto is similar to a utility knife in that it is a multipurpose knife that can handle virtually every task including chopping, mincing and slicing meat, fish, vegetables and fruit.  Our gyuto has a long, western style handle but a Japanese style profile with a fair amount of belly in the blade to allow for a gentle rocking motion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife has been handled with a beautiful Ruby Red and Black Shokwood. Shokwood is a hybrid mix of live edge wood and urethane based resins.  This particular handle has big leaf maple burl wood and a beautiful blend of rich red and black. The handle has a black G10 liner \u0026amp; the wood has been stabilized for durability.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blade is a lean and mean at just over 7 inches and has a k-tip point.  It should provide excellent versatility in the kitchen.  We also etched this knife to help prevent rusting which is the reason for the dark tone to the knife.  This will wear over time and be replaced by a beautifully earned patina.  It should be noted, however, that CPM M4 is actually fairly rust resistant compared to many other carbon steels out there so you have that as an added bonus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel on this is CPM M4, which is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing a wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far. CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard (We heat treated this blade to 67 HRC) - so it has amazing edge retention- but unlike other steels at this hardness its not as brittle or delicate. It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. This is in contrast to most every other knife that is this hard. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts a pretty rugged knife for the performance it offers and this combination is rare when you harden the steel to beyond 62 HRC.  With that said, this knife is not bulletproof and if you drop it or misuse it, it will break, but for the performance you get combined with durability, we haven't been able to find anything better thus far.  It is - by far - our favorite knife steel in the kitchen.  (And, by far, our least favorite steel to deal with in the shop.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pros of this steel outweigh the cons in our opinion but it must be mentioned that this steel is harder to sharpen than many others so you will need to factor that into your decision as it does represent a bit more maintenance than other knives. Note that we provide free sharpening on all of our knives and we are always happy to help in this respect. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: M4 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7.1 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 12 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material: Ruby Red Shokwood, Black G10 Liner, Black Micarta Pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 67 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Weight: 7.1 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35090601490,"sku":"","price":392.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170524141224.jpg?v=1571438962"},{"product_id":"nora-hunter-edc-1004-forest-bear","title":"NORA Hunter\/EDC #1004 - Brother Bear","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis knife, #1004, is our general hunter\/EDC design which is a great all around multi-use knife and will work well in a variety of situations.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of our knives is numbered and unique. The handle on this one is a mix of materials, including pearled white shokwood accented with a black G10 liner. \u003cspan\u003eShokwood is a hybrid mix of live edge wood and urethane based resins.  This particular handle has big leaf maple burl wood and a beautiful blend of shimmering white. The handle has a black G10 liner \u0026amp; the wood has been stabilized for durability.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade has been stonewashed to give it a matte, gunmetal finish.  The blade has also been engraved with a Cali style bear and inside the bear's body you will find a forest scene. Looked pretty cool to us...thought you might feel the same.  Also, we kept the handle on this one thin because it just honestly feels a bit better in hand that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability.  The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness on this knife comes in at a high 62 HRC.  It is important to note that this hardness will give you great cutting performance but the higher hardness reduces the overall durability of the knife.  As such, we don't recommend heavy chopping or\u003cem\u003e intense\u003c\/em\u003e outdoor use.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a side note, there are two things we like to mention about this steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.) This steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.) AEB-L is a stainless steel but just barely.  The higher carbon content in this stainless is what allows it to get a fine edge and higher hardness than other stainless steels but it also has a tendency to sometimes form very fine rust spots on the blade.  If this happens, these are easily removed with a green scotch brite pad and usually the rough end of a kitchen sponge will also do the trick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e**The custom engraving is laser engraved on to the blade and will persist indefinitely so long as the knife is gently cared for.  In some cases, however, the engraving will degrade over time if the blade is exposed to a heavy abrasives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKNIFE SPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Steel: AEB-L Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 7.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 3 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material: White Shokwood, Black G10 Liner, Black Micarta Pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: 62\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind:Full Flat Grind\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35096317522,"sku":"","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170524143420.jpg?v=1571438962"},{"product_id":"nora-9-inch-slicer-1009","title":"NORA 9' Slicer - #1009 - 52100 carbon steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis knife is ideal for the carving and slicing of proteins.  The long blade length and relatively small blade height allow this knife to glide smoothly through most meats and fish with minimal effort.  If you frequently carve meat you will find that the slicer provides great efficiency as you can get the job done with long, effective strokes as opposed to a multitude of smaller slices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach of our knives is handmade and numbered.  This slicer, number #1009, is handled with a beautiful mix of navy blue shokwood.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShokwood is a hybrid mix of live edge wood and urethane based resins.  This particular handle has big leaf maple burl wood and a beautiful blend of navy blue, silver and white.  The handle has a crisp white G10 liner \u0026amp; the wood has been stabilized for durability.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote that some slicers are very rigid while others have some flex to them.  This slicer was ground very thin and has a fair amount of flex in the blade, particularly toward the tip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon 52100 steel.  52100 steel is a great all around choice for carbon steel as it is easily sharpened and the fine grain structure produces a very sharp edge. It is also an economical alternative to some of the more expensive Japanese carbon steels while offering similar benefits and a more hardy steel. HRC hardness on this knife is at a solid 62. This blade has been etched to help prevent rust.  The etch leaves the blade slightly darker with a somewhat rustic look.  Each blade will form its own markings and patina.  This is normal and by design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean immediately after each use to prevent unwanted rust.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: 52100 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 9 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 15 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Big Leaf Maple Burl (stabilized), urethane based resins, white G10 liners, stainless steel pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35480127442,"sku":"","price":367.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170531165101.jpg?v=1571438962"},{"product_id":"nora-paring-1018-wwii-camo-bomber","title":"NORA Paring #1018 - WWII Camo Bomber","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe paring knife is often overlooked but the truth is it is one of the single most-used knives in the kitchen. It is also unique with respect to where it is used...not just on a cutting board but also in hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this in mind, we redesigned our paring knife to have a smaller, more nimble handle that feels great in hand and gives its user a wide amount of maneuverability. This knife works wonderful for small tasks that are easier completed by using the knife in-hand, such as hulling a strawberry, paring fruit, or deveining shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of our knives is numbered and unique. This paring, #1018, is handled with a base of acrylic resin in a camo pattern and up top is a black, honeycomb c-tek. The knife is lined with OD green G10 and the pins are black micarta. The blade has also been custom engraved with a WWII era bomber plane theme.  We kept this paring fairly slim and it feels really good in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability.  The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a side note, there are two things we like to mention about this steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.) This steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.) 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While Santoku knives generally lend themselves towards a chopping motion, we have also designed the blade with enough belly to facilitate a nice rocking motion as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eThis is a revamp of our original \"NORA\" knife.  We started by making a single Santoku design and that is all we sold our first year in business.  Since then we have had roughly 4 different versions of our Santoku and I think we finally arrived on a blade profile and handle that really work great.  We took our original Santoku blade profile and combined it with our larger handle style.  The two work well together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1021, has been handled with Shokwood which is a beautiful wood\/resin hybrid. The wood is live edge stabilized Big Leaf Maple and it is complemented by urethane resins in rich hues of teal, black, orange and red.  Its a unique blend and it has really grown on us over here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wood on this handle has been stabilized for durability.Wood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. 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Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils.  The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso note that this handle was hand shaped with care and formed into a classic coke bottle shape that helps position your hand comfortably around the handle both with a full grip and a pinch grip.  You can reference the attached pictures to get a better idea of what we are talking about. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also custom engraved this blade with a classic Japanese style wave pattern that goes well with the overall look and feel of the knife.  We even added a two-tone feature on the engraving which makes the top of the engraving slightly lighter in color which is meant to mimic the white foam in a wave.  Its just a small effect that we experimented with to make the blade unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of CTS-XHP stainless steel which is a premium stainless steel that we rarely offer because it is fairly hard to source.  This steel has excellent durability for a stainless steel and it also can be taken to a fairly high hardness at 62 HRC.  Besides this, the actual stain resistance on this stainless is high compared to some of the other stainless steels we use which are stainless but just barely and sometimes have a tendency to form small rust spots.  In general, this is an excellent steel choice that combines great performance with heightened durability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CTS XHP Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 8.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 13.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eHandle Material(s): Urethan Based Resins, Big Leaf Maple Burl Wood (stabilized), Black G10 liner, Black Micarta Pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36060313298,"sku":"","price":427.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170608164829_f13141dd-b211-48b4-9ef3-cfd9a79aca17.jpg?v=1571438962"},{"product_id":"nora-1025-7-5-inch-kiritsuke","title":"NORA #1025 - 7.5 Inch Kiritsuke - CTS XHP Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eNORA knife #1025 is our take on the traditional Japanese Kiritsuke knife.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Kiritsuke knife is one of the very few Japanese knives that is considered multi-purpose. It is a hybrid between a Yanagi (fish slicer) and a Usuba (vegetable knife.). A Kiritsuke knife works well for slicing and breaking down protein but it also excels at vegetable prep. and general purpose tasks. In Japanese kitchens, the Kiritsuke knife is reserved only for the executive Chef as a sign of respect and also due to the skill needed to efficiently use these knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Kiritsuke design does not have as flat of a belly as the more traditional Japanese style knives. We have done this to allow just the slightest amount of rock in the cut. We feel it adds a bit more versatility to the knife. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife, \u003cspan\u003ehas been handled with a mix of materials including Macasser ebony, Black G10 and aluminum.  Ebony is prized for its dense grain structure and overall toughness.  This cut of wood has stripes of subtly different dark grain and it makes for a very nice touch on this handle.  The ebony is accented with bias cut stripes of black G10 and aluminum. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso note that this handle was hand shaped with care and formed into a classic coke bottle shape that helps position your hand comfortably around the handle both with a full grip and a pinch grip. You can reference the attached pictures to get a better idea of what we are talking about. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife was engraved with a limited edition logo that was designed by us personally. The logo was inspired by an older cigar box and we feel it fits nicely with this classic looking knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife blade is composed of CTS-XHP stainless steel which is a premium stainless steel that we rarely offer because it is hard to source.  This steel has excellent durability for a stainless steel and it also can be taken to a high hardness at 62 HRC. The high hardness helps with both edge retention and edge durability. On top of this, the actual stain resistance on this stainless is excellent. 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It is a hybrid between a Yanagi (fish slicer) and a Usuba (vegetable knife.). A Kiritsuke knife works well for slicing and breaking down protein but it also excels at vegetable prep. and general purpose tasks. In Japanese kitchens, the Kiritsuke knife is reserved only for the executive Chef as a sign of respect and also due to the skill needed to efficiently use these knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Kiritsuke design does not have as flat of a belly as the more traditional Japanese style knives. We have done this to allow just the slightest amount of rock in the cut. We feel it adds a bit more versatility to the knife. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife has been handled with a beautiful Shokwood scale which is a hybrid mix of live edge wood and urethane based resins. The wood is big leaf maple burl wood and is complemented by a simple and elegant mix of white resin with a very subtle shimmer.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wood on this handle has been stabilized for durability.  Wood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives.  Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils.  The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife was engraved with a limited edition logo that was designed by us personally. 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We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a side note, there are two things we like to mention about this steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.) This steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.) 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While Santoku knives generally lend themselves towards a chopping motion, we have also designed the blade with just enough belly to facilitate a nice rocking motion as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eThis is a revamp of our original \"NORA\" knife.  We started by making a single Santoku design and that is all we sold our first year in business.  Since then we have had roughly 4 different versions of our Santoku and I think we finally arrived on a blade profile and handle that really works great.  We took our original Santoku blade profile and combined it with our larger handle style.  The two work well together and this is a great all-around workhorse knife that functions similarly to a chef knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1776, is a special edition knife (1 of 3) made in honor of our upcoming Independence Day here in the US.  Our products are \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eproudly\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eAmerican Made and even though our country has its fair share of problems, we still feel incredibly honored to have the privilege of being born in the US where freedom and opportunity are a way of life. (Merica!!)  In that spirit, these knives feature custom engraving with the American Eagle, our flag and the American motto: \"E Pluribus Unum\" which translates from Latin as: \"Out of many, One.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eEach of these special edition knives was made with Shokwood which is a wood\/resin hybrid. The wood is stabilized Big Leaf Maple complemented by urethane resins in rich hues of (you guessed it) either red, white or blue depending on the knife you purchase. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wood on this handle has been stabilized for durability.Wood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability. The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a side note, there are two things we like to mention about this steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.) This steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.) AEB-L is a stainless steel but just barely.  The higher carbon content in this stainless is what allows it to get a fine edge and higher hardness than other stainless steels but it also has a tendency to sometimes form very fine rust spots on the blade.  If this happens, these are easily removed with a green scotch brite pad and usually the rough end of a kitchen sponge will also do the trick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal:AEB-L Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 8 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 13 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eHandle Material(s): Micarta Pins, Black G10, Big Leaf Maple Wood (Stabilized), Urethane Based Resins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37452237586,"sku":"","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170629160133.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"copy-of-nora-1776-7-5-inch-americana-kiritsuke","title":"NORA #1776 - 7.5 Inch Americana Kiritsuke - Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis NORA knife is our take on the traditional Japanese Kiritsuke knife.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Kiritsuke knife is one of the very few Japanese knives that is considered multi-purpose. It is a hybrid between a Yanagi (fish slicer) and a Usuba (vegetable knife.). A Kiritsuke knife works well for slicing and breaking down protein but it also excels at vegetable prep. and general purpose tasks. In Japanese kitchens, the Kiritsuke knife is reserved only for the executive Chef as a sign of respect and also due to the skill needed to efficiently use these knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Kiritsuke design does not have as flat of a belly as the more traditional Japanese style knives. We have done this to allow just the slightest amount of rock in the cut. We feel it adds a bit more versatility to the knife. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1776, is a special edition knife (1 of 3) made in honor of our upcoming Independence Day here in the US.  Our products are \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eproudly\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eAmerican Made and even though our country has its fair share of problems, we still feel incredibly honored to have the privilege of being born in the US where freedom and opportunity are a way of life. (Merica!!)  In that spirit, these knives feature custom engraving with the American Eagle, our flag and the American motto: \"E Pluribus Unum\" which translates from Latin as: \"Out of many, One.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eEach of these special edition knives was made with Shokwood which is a wood\/resin hybrid. The wood is stabilized Big Leaf Maple complemented by urethane resins in rich hues of (you guessed it) either red, white or blue depending on the knife you purchase. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wood on this handle has been stabilized for durability.Wood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability. The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a side note, there are three things we like to mention about this steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.) This steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.) AEB-L is a stainless steel but just barely.  The higher carbon content in this stainless is what allows it to get a fine edge and higher hardness than other stainless steels but it also has a tendency to sometimes form very fine rust spots on the blade.  If this happens, these are easily removed with a green scotch brite pad and usually the rough end of a kitchen sponge will also do the trick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.) We grind our knives very thin at the edge which allows them to be great cutters but it also makes them somewhat delicate.  We do not suggest using these knives with any bones, frozen foods or excessively hard objects.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal:AEB-L Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 12.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eHandle Material(s): Micarta Pins, Black G10, Big Leaf Maple Wood (Stabilized), Urethane Based Resins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37452262354,"sku":"","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170629_155924.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-paring-knife-1043-ruby-red-shokwood","title":"NORA Paring Knife #1043 - Ruby Red Shokwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eFREE LASER ENGRAVING - VALID 07.03.2017 - 07.04.2017 *\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Includes and name, saying, initials or date of customer's choice at no extra charge. (no images) Simply place what you would like engraved in the notes section at checkout.  We will follow up with an email to provide font choices and a proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paring knife is often overlooked but the truth is it is one of the single most-used knives in the kitchen. It is also unique with respect to where it is used...not just on a cutting board but also in hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this in mind, we redesigned our paring knife to have a smaller, more nimble handle that feels great in hand and gives its user a wide amount of maneuverability. This knife works wonderful for small tasks that are easier completed by using the knife in-hand, such as hulling a strawberry, paring fruit, or deveining shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of our knives is handmade and numbered. This NORA paring knife (#1043) is handled with a base of red shokwood and black G10 liners. It's a classic look and it should serve as an excellent work horse in any kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability. The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a side note, this steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: AEB-L Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length:  3.5 inches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length:  8 inches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Red Shokwood, Red G10 liners, Brass Pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Flat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37861230738,"sku":"","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170630123937.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-line-slayer-1044-cpm-m4-carbon-steel","title":"NORA Line Slayer #1044 - M4 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a custom one-off design and grind. The blade shape is a cross between a chef and a honesuki...a chefsuki if you will. It is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and should serve you will in the kitchen and on the line.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe made this knife specifically for a right hand user.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e  This is a sort of hybrid take on a single bevel knife but we wanted to keep it versatile so we did a flat grind on the back of the knife and on the front it is a half grind down the blade and then the blade goes to a light convex. Again, this is a great worker knife and would be excellent on the line. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. \u003c\/span\u003eThis NORA knife, \u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003enumber #1044, is a nimble 6 inches has been handled with a urethane based material called Juma.  The material has a distinct sort of snake skin pattern on it that comes in and out of focus and is part of the design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eThe handle on this one is thicker than most of ours and has a very nice weight to it. Knuckle clearance is low but that is somewhat par for the course with utility-type knives. If Also note that this knife is heftier than you would expect so if you are a knife lover that loves your knives super light then this isn't quite the best fit but if you want a real workhorse in the kitchen that can handle any task, including some of the more rough and tumble tasks with protein breakdown and what not, then this is your knife. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/noraknives.com\/pages\/steel-options\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Steel Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCPM M4\u003c\/a\u003e steel.  M4 is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing a wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far.  CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard.  We took this blade to a solid 66 HRC.  The hardness allows it to maintain amazing edge retention but unlike other steels at this hardness its not as brittle or delicate.  It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. As an added bonus, M4 is surprisingly corrosion resistant when compared to other carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts a rugged knife for the performance it offers and this combination is rare when you harden steel to beyond 62 HRC.  (Please note though that the steel isn't bullet-proof...if you drop the knife on a very hard surface or slam it down on a hard object, it is likely to chip.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pros of this steel outweigh the cons in our opinion but it must be mentioned that this steel is harder to sharpen than many others so you will need to factor that into your decision as it does represent a bit more maintenance than other knives. On the flip side, you don't need to sharpen this knife nearly as frequently as others. Note that we provide free sharpening on all of our knives and we are always happy to help in this respect. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean shortly after each use to prevent unwanted rust or stains.  We have acid etched this knife to protect the steel and start the patina process.  Over time this etch will fade slightly and will be replaced by the individual patina you make while using the knife.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CPM-M4 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 11.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Green Juma, Carbon Fiber Pins, Black \u0026amp; Purple G10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 66\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat to Slight Convex on Logo Side\/Full Flat on Side Opposite Logo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37976657618,"sku":"","price":397.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170705143049.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-chef-1045-m4-carbon-steel","title":"NORA Chef #1045 - M4 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. \u003c\/span\u003eThis NORA knife, \u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003enumber #1045, has an 8.5 inch blade length and has been handled with an elegant mix of navy blue acrylic resin, white G10, aluminum and American sycamore wood.  The design is understated but classic.  The pins are contrasting in copper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wood on this handle has been stabilized for durability.Wood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/noraknives.com\/pages\/steel-options\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Steel Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCPM M4\u003c\/a\u003e steel.  M4 is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing a wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far.  CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard.  We took this blade to a solid 66 HRC.  The hardness allows it to maintain amazing edge retention but unlike other steels at this hardness its not as brittle or delicate.  It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. As an added bonus, M4 is surprisingly corrosion resistant when compared to other carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts a rugged knife for the performance it offers and this combination is rare when you harden steel to beyond 62 HRC.  (Please note though that the steel isn't bullet-proof...if you drop the knife on a very hard surface or slam it down on a hard object, it is likely to chip.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pros of this steel outweigh the cons in our opinion but it must be mentioned that this steel is harder to sharpen than many others so you will need to factor that into your decision as it does represent a bit more maintenance than other knives. On the flip side, you don't need to sharpen this knife nearly as frequently as others. Note that we provide free sharpening on all of our knives and we are always happy to help in this respect. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean shortly after each use to prevent unwanted rust or stains.  We have acid etched this knife to protect the steel and start the patina process.  Over time this etch will fade slightly and will be replaced by the individual patina you make while using the knife.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**The top copper pin on this knife has a very slight cosmetic imperfection as there is a small gap.  This is a cosmetic flaw but it still bothers us.  We have discounted this knife slightly as a result of this flaw and we just want to be transparent about it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CPM-M4 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 8.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 13.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Acrylic Resin, White G10, Aluminum, American Sycamore (stabilized), copper pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 66\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38037996626,"sku":"","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170706121335.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-8-5-chef-1048-rock-lobster","title":"NORA 8.5\" Chef #1048 - Rock Lobster","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1048, has been affectionately dubbed 'rock lobster.'  \u003c\/span\u003eThis blade has been handled with a beautiful Shokwood scale which is a hybrid mix of live edge wood and urethane based resins.  This particular scale has beautiful shades of red blended with black and it fits well with the laser engraving on the blade, which is taken from a vintage 1870 illustration of a freshwater lobster. The wood is big leaf maple burl wood and has been stabilized for durability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives.  Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils.  The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability. The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a side note, there are two things we like to mention about this steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.) This steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.) AEB-L is a stainless steel but just barely.  The higher carbon content in this stainless is what allows it to get a fine edge and higher hardness than other stainless steels but it also has a tendency to sometimes form very fine rust spots on the blade.  If this happens, these are easily removed with a green scotch brite pad and usually the rough end of a kitchen sponge will also do the trick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: AEB-L Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 8.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 13.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eHandle Material(s): Urethane Based Resins, Big Leaf Maple Burl Wood (stabilized), Black G10 liner, Black Micarta Pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38341325906,"sku":"","price":365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170710134546.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-chef-xxxx-m4-carbon-steel","title":"NORA M4 8.5' Chef - Two Kings","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen. Our Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is handmade and numbered. We have three in this limited edition series numbered 1050 - 1052. Each of these knives \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003ehas an 8.5 inch blade length and has been handled with a mix of durable gray G10 and black honeycomb c-tek on the upper portion of the blade.  The mix is understated and classic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade has also been custom engraved with two kings in a playing card style.  On one side of the banner it reads: \"memento mori\" which translates from Latin as \"remember you must die.\"  The other side reads: \"memento viviere\" which is also Latin and translates as \"remember to live.\"  Everyone takes away what they want from quotes but for us we like the contrasting ideas and how they each bring you to the general same conclusion: life is short so go do what you were meant to do here.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/noraknives.com\/pages\/steel-options\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Steel Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCPM M4\u003c\/a\u003e steel.  M4 is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing a wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far.  CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard.  We took this blade to a solid 66 HRC.  The hardness allows it to maintain amazing edge retention but unlike other steels at this hardness its not as brittle or delicate.  It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. As an added bonus, M4 is surprisingly corrosion resistant when compared to other carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts a rugged knife for the performance it offers and this combination is rare when you harden steel to beyond 62 HRC.  (Please note though that the steel isn't bullet-proof...if you drop the knife on a very hard surface or slam it down on a hard object, it is likely to chip.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pros of this steel outweigh the cons in our opinion but it must be mentioned that this steel is harder to sharpen than many others so you will need to factor that into your decision as it does represent a bit more maintenance than other knives. On the flip side, you don't need to sharpen this knife nearly as frequently as others. Note that we provide free sharpening on all of our knives and we are always happy to help in this respect. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean shortly after each use to prevent unwanted rust or stains.  We have acid etched this knife to protect the steel and start the patina process.  Over time this etch will fade slightly and will be replaced by the individual patina you make while using the knife.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Please note that the knives are not yet sharpened.  That is the last step we do before the blades are sent out which is why you do not see an edge on these knives.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CPM-M4 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 8.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 13.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Gray G10, Black G10 Liner \u0026amp; Spacer, Black Honeycomb C-Tek, Stainless Steel Pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 66\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: .53 lbs. \/ 8.5 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38833170962,"sku":"","price":427.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170719180436.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-k-tip-chef-1059-m4-carbon-steel","title":"NORA K-Tip Chef #1059 - M4 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***FREE ENGRAVING OF ANY NAME, DATE OR SAYING ON THIS KNIFE.  SIMPLY MARK IN THE COMMENTS WHAT YOU WOULD LIKE ENGRAVED AND WE WILL FOLLOW UP WITH AN EMAIL OFFERING FONT OPTIONS.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. \u003c\/span\u003eThis NORA knife, \u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003enumber #1059, \u003cspan\u003ehas been handled with a 'Blizzard Blue' Shokwood. Shokwood is a hybrid mix of live edge wood and urethane based resins.  This particular handle has big leaf maple burl wood and a beautiful blend of pearlized white, silver and blue resins. The handle has a white G10 liner \u0026amp; natural micarta pins.  Note that the wood has been stabilized for durability.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chef is a nimble 7.5 inches in length and has a k-tip. Our Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle. Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives.  Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils.  The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/noraknives.com\/pages\/steel-options\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Steel Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCPM M4\u003c\/a\u003e steel.  M4 is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing a wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far.  CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard.  We took this blade to a solid 66 HRC.  The hardness allows it to maintain amazing edge retention but unlike other steels at this hardness its not as brittle.  It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. As an added bonus, M4 is surprisingly corrosion resistant when compared to other carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts a rugged knife for the performance it offers and this combination is rare when you harden steel to beyond 62 HRC.  Please note though that the steel isn't bullet-proof...if you drop the knife on a very hard surface or slam it down on a hard object, it is likely to chip.  We grind our knives for performance which means they are thin.  The blade edge and particularly the tip are the thinnest parts of the knife so care must be taken around these areas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pros of this steel outweigh the cons in our opinion but it must be mentioned that this steel is harder to sharpen than many others so you will need to factor that into your decision as it does represent a bit more maintenance than other knives. On the flip side, you don't need to sharpen this knife nearly as frequently as others. Note that we provide free sharpening on all of our knives and we are always happy to help in this respect. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean shortly after each use to prevent unwanted rust or stains.  We have acid etched this knife to protect the steel and start the patina process.  Over time this etch will fade slightly and will be replaced by the individual patina you make while using the knife.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Please note that the knives are not yet sharpened.  That is the last step we do before the blades are sent out which is why you do not see an edge on these knives. Further we round the spine and choil for comfort at the same time.  These features don't show on the photographed knife but please rest assured that we do them.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CPM-M4 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 12.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Blizzard Blue Shokwood, White G10 liner, Natural Micarta Pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 66 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Hybrid Flat Grind\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39945914066,"sku":"","price":420.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170801114752.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-chef-1060-m4-carbon-steel","title":"NORA Chef #1060 - M4 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. \u003c\/span\u003eThis NORA knife, \u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003enumber #1060, has an 8.5 inch blade length and has been handled with a fresh mix of beautiful curly maple wood that has been dyed to an aqua teal color.  As an accent we added 3 clean stripes of white G10 towards the bottom of the knife and the pins are also white.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wood on this handle has been stabilized for durability. Wood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/noraknives.com\/pages\/steel-options\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Steel Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCPM M4\u003c\/a\u003e steel.  M4 is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing a wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far.  CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard.  We took this blade to a solid 66 HRC.  The hardness allows it to maintain amazing edge retention but unlike other steels at this hardness its not as brittle or delicate.  It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. As an added bonus, M4 is surprisingly corrosion resistant when compared to other carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts a rugged knife for the performance it offers and this combination is rare when you harden steel to beyond 62 HRC.  (Please note though that the steel isn't bullet-proof...if you drop the knife on a very hard surface or slam it down on a hard object, it is likely to chip.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pros of this steel outweigh the cons in our opinion but it must be mentioned that this steel is harder to sharpen than many others so you will need to factor that into your decision as it does represent a bit more maintenance than other knives. On the flip side, you don't need to sharpen this knife nearly as frequently as others. Note that we provide free sharpening on all of our knives and we are always happy to help in this respect. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean shortly after each use to prevent unwanted rust or stains.  We have acid etched this knife to protect the steel and start the patina process.  Over time this etch will fade slightly and will be replaced by the individual patina you make while using the knife.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**Please note the tip is the most delicate part of the knife!  M4 is a rugged steel but we grind for performance which means our knives are thin.  While you can rest assured that you have a sturdy blade with M4 you still need to take steps to avoid any unnecessary bumps, dings or drops with the knife edge and this is particularly the case with the tip.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CPM-M4 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 8.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 13.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Stabilized Box Elder Burl (dyed), White G10 Liners, White G11 pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 66\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39946164626,"sku":"","price":430.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170731155723.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-line-slayer-1066-m4-carbon-steel","title":"NORA Line Slayer #1066 - M4 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe affectionately call this style blade our line slayer.  The blade shape is a cross between a chef and a honesuki...a chefsuki if you will. It is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and should serve you will in the kitchen and on the line. Its compact and sleek but also tough enough to handle some of the heavier lifting in the kitchen, including protein breakdown.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe aware that this knife excels at push and pull cuts along with chopping. What it does not excel at is rocking.  There is no belly on this knife so if you are used to or prefer a rocking motion when cutting then we would suggest our chef or gyuto design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. \u003c\/span\u003eThis NORA knife, \u003cspan color=\"#cccccc\" style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003enumber #1066, is a nimble 6.6 inches and has been handled with a urethane based resin made and patterned by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/workerman.storenvy.com\/collections\/573301-knives\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"WKRMN\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eWKRMN\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#cccccc\" style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003e.  The colors on it are a mix of shimmering copper and white with black patterned connectors. We liked the design so much we decided to continue it onto the blade using our laser engraver and dual toned frequencies.  The effect is a two tone metallic on the blade and we are very happy with how this one turned out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eKnuckle clearance on this knife is low but that is somewhat par for the course with utility-type knives. Also note that this knife is slightly heftier than you would expect so if you are someone that loves your knives super light then this isn't quite the best fit but if you want a workhorse in the kitchen that can handle most tasks, then this is your knife. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/noraknives.com\/pages\/steel-options\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Steel Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCPM M4\u003c\/a\u003e steel.  M4 is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing a wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far.  CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard.  We took this blade to a solid 66 HRC.  The hardness allows it to maintain amazing edge retention but unlike other steels at this hardness its not as brittle or delicate.  It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. As an added bonus, M4 is surprisingly corrosion resistant when compared to other carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts a rugged knife for the performance it offers and this combination is rare when you harden steel to beyond 62 HRC.  (Please note though that the steel isn't bullet-proof...if you drop the knife on a very hard surface or slam it down on a hard object, it is likely to chip.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pros of this steel outweigh the cons in our opinion but it must be mentioned that this steel is harder to sharpen than many others so you will need to factor that into your decision as it does represent a bit more maintenance than other knives. On the flip side, you don't need to sharpen this knife nearly as frequently as others. Note that we provide free sharpening on all of our knives and we are always happy to help in this respect. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*As this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean shortly after each use to prevent unwanted rust or stains.  We have acid etched this knife to protect the steel and start the patina process.  Over time this etch will fade slightly and will be replaced by the individual patina you make while using the knife.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**This knife has been custom engraved and it is one of a kind.  The engraving was done via laser so there is depth to the engraving more so than you see with an electro etch. We do, however, keep the depth minimal so it does not catch food or interfere with the primary cutting function of the knife.  The engraving should last as long as the knife but please note that it will slightly degrade over time as abrasives are used on the knife.  We recommend the soft end of a sponge with soap and water for cleaning and mineral oil periodically to condition the blade. Keep in mind that stronger abrasives, such as steel wool, scotch brite pads, sand paper or stone sharpening on the engraved image will further degrade the image.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CPM-M4 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 6.6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 12 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s):Urethane Based Resins, Carbon Fiber Pins, Black G10 liners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 66\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 7.1 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40665790738,"sku":"","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170809140606.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-1073-7-5-inch-santoku-white-shokwood","title":"NORA #1073 - 7.5 Inch Santoku- White Shokwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur version of a Japanese Santoku, this is an extremely versatile knife that functions similarly to a Chef knife.  Santoku literally translates from Japanese as \"three virtues\" which refers to the three tasks this knife does exceedingly well: slice, dice, and mince. While Santoku knives generally lend themselves towards a chopping motion, we have also designed the blade with just enough belly to facilitate a rocking motion as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eThis is a revamp of our original \"NORA\" knife. We started by making a single Santoku design and that is all we sold our first year in business. Since then we have had roughly 4 different versions of our Santoku and I think we finally arrived on a blade profile and handle that really work great. We took our original Santoku blade profile and combined it with our larger handle style. The two work well together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1073, has been handled with an elegant white Shokwood. The wood is stabilized, Big Leaf Maple and is complemented by urethane based resins in classic white with an ever so slight shimmer. The wood on this handle, big leaf maple, has been stabilized for durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability. The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a side note, there are two things we like to mention about this steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.) This steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.) AEB-L is a stainless steel but just barely.  The higher carbon content in this stainless is what allows it to get a fine edge and higher hardness than other stainless steels but it also has a tendency to sometimes form very fine rust spots on the blade.  If this happens, these are easily removed with a green scotch brite pad and usually the rough end of a kitchen sponge will also do the trick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal:AEB-L Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 12.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eHandle Material(s): White Shokwood (big leaf maple wood and urethane based resins), Red G10 Liner, Copper Pins, Black G10 liner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41415310226,"sku":"","price":310.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170813182858.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-8-5-chef-1072-xhp-stainless-steel","title":"NORA 8.5\" Chef #1072 - XHP Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1072,\u003c\/span\u003e has been handled with a beautiful Shokwood scale which is a hybrid mix of live edge wood and urethane based resins.  This particular scale has an elegant mix of ruby red and black in the resin for a classic look. The wood is big leaf maple burl wood and has been stabilized for durability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives.  Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils.  The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of CTS-XHP stainless steel which is a premium stainless steel that we rarely offer because it is fairly hard to source.  This steel has excellent durability for a stainless steel and it also can be taken to a fairly high hardness at 62 HRC. Besides this, the actual stain resistance on this stainless is high compared to some of the other stainless steels we use which are stainless but just barely and sometimes have a tendency to form small rust spots.  In general, this is an excellent steel choice that combines great performance with heightened durability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CTS XHP Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 8.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 13.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eHandle Material(s): Urethane Based Resins, Big Leaf Maple Burl Wood (stabilized), Black G10 liner, Carbon Fiber Pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41417391250,"sku":"","price":365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170813183836.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-7-western-gyuto-1075-bubbly","title":"NORA 7\" Western Gyuto #1075  - Bubbly","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eGyuto\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the Japanese version of the classic Western chef's knife but the blade tends to be thinner and holds a sharper edge. A gyuto is similar to a utility knife in that it is a multipurpose knife that can handle virtually every task including chopping, mincing and slicing meat, fish, vegetables and fruit.  Our gyuto has a long, western style handle with a thin nimble neck which makes the knife easy to grip and form into your hand.  The blade is a Japanese inspired profile with a fair amount of belly in the blade to allow for a gentle rocking motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1075, is a hybrid mix of wood and resin.  The wood is a beautiful, stabilized crotch walnut and we cut and cast a bubbly pattern of teal resin circles in the wood.  Its a playful pattern and we like the color combo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife blade is composed of CTS-XHP stainless steel which is a premium stainless steel that we rarely offer because it is fairly hard to source.  This steel has \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eexcellent\u003c\/span\u003e durability for a stainless steel and it also can be taken to a fairly high hardness at 62 HRC. This steel outperforms our AEB-L stainless because while the hardness is similar, this will generally keep a keen edge longer and it is a more hardy, durable alloy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBesides this, the actual stain resistance on this steel\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis high.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is a true stainless but with performance similar to many carbon steels.  In general, this is an excellent steel choice that combines great performance with heightened durability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CTS XHP Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 13.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eHandle Material(s) Crotch Walnut Wood (stabilized), Urethane resins, gray G10 liner, natural micarta pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41756925138,"sku":"","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170817120901.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-10-chef-1076-xhp-stainless-steel","title":"NORA 10\" Chef #1076 - XHP Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This particular NORA knife, number #1076,\u003c\/span\u003e is a special one. This knife represents some of our best work to date and has all the bells and whistles you would want while being simple and elegant in design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo start, we added a full distal taper to this blade to help balance out the weight of the blade in comparison to the handle. This keeps the knife from feeling overly top heavy. The blade is also ground thin both for performance and also to keep the weight manageable for a long use work environment. This combo is well suited for the CTS XHP stainless steel which is an excellent stainless that can take being thin but is also is very durable at that thinness which is hard to find in other stainless steels. Truly, this one is meant to be a workhorse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife has been handled with a beautiful dyed box elder wood that has hues of both silvery gray and dark blue. The wood was dyed and stabilized by the best in the business, K \u0026amp; G in Arizona, so you can be assured you will have a beautiful, durable handle for year and years to come. \u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives.  Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils.  The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso note the subtle design in the handle which is accented with very thin stripes of black g10 and coppper.  The details are subtle but a lot of thought was put into the design.  The cut of the accent piece, for instance, was cut at a radius as opposed to a straight line to curve more gracefully with the knife and the handle shape.  The very thin stripes of black and copper are also carried through the liner next to the blade.  To bring it all together we used copper pins to match the small accent stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting. \u003cspan\u003eNote that this handle was hand shaped with care and formed into a classic \"coke bottle\" shape that helps position your hand comfortably around the handle both with a full grip and a pinch grip. You can reference the attached pictures to get a better idea of what we are talking about. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn regards to the steel, this blade is composed of CTS-XHP stainless steel which is a premium stainless steel that we rarely offer because it is fairly hard to source.  This steel has excellent durability for a stainless steel, even when ground thin as mentioned above. It also can be taken to a fairly high hardness at 62 HRC which helps with edge retention and sharpness. Besides this, the actual stain resistance on this steel is high compared to some of the other stainless steels we use.  This may sound almost silly to someone reading this but we deal with many stainless steels which are stainless but just barely and sometimes have a tendency to form small rust spots. This is not the case with XHP which is nice in regards to the lower maintenance. 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This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chef is a nimble 8 inches (just under) in length and has a k-tip end. Our Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle. Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. \u003c\/span\u003eThis NORA knife, \u003cspan\u003enumber #1078, was an experimental design for us in regards to the handle.  We hand cast a black urethane resin around several curved white stripes to come up with this design.  The black resin has a very subtle, almost imperceptible shimmer in some areas of the handle. We like the end result and the sort of simple graphic design.  We complemented the handle design with a simple geometric pattern on the blade itself.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that there is a very small flaw in the casting along one of the white lines on the logo side of the knife.  It's a small void in the resin.  It's barely visible and purely cosmetic but in full disclosure, we want to be transparent about all aspects of the knife.  We have also slightly discounted this knife compared to our normal pricing because of this small flaw.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/noraknives.com\/pages\/steel-options\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Steel Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCPM M4\u003c\/a\u003e steel.  M4 is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing a wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far.  CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard.  We took this blade to a solid 66 HRC.  The hardness allows it to maintain amazing edge retention but unlike other steels at this hardness it's not as brittle.  It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. As an added bonus, M4 is surprisingly corrosion resistant when compared to other carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's a rugged knife for the performance it offers and this combination is rare when you harden steel to beyond 62 HRC.  **Please note though that the steel isn't bullet-proof...if you drop the knife on a very hard surface or slam it down on a hard object, it is likely to chip.  We grind our knives for performance which means they are thin.  The blade edge and particularly the tip are the thinnest parts of the knife so care must be taken around these areas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pros of this steel outweigh the cons in our opinion but it must be mentioned that this steel is harder to sharpen than many others so you will need to factor that into your decision as it does represent a bit more maintenance than other knives. 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You can pull through your meat with one slice and save yourself from the sawing motion that is both tiring and also leaves your cuts jagged and rough. Right tool for the right job...plus this thing just looks rad in a kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of our knives is handmade and numbered.  This knife, number #1079, represents just one of a handful of these that we have made.  The handle on this one is a Hallow's Eve Shokwood which is a mix of both live edge wood and urethane based resins. The resin has beautiful hues of black, orange and pearlized white. The wood is a big leaf maple burl that has been stabilized for durability. \u003cspan\u003eWood is stabilized by injecting a clear acrylic resin into the wood under a vacuum process. This helps fill all small voids in the wood and the process minimizes, if not eliminates, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. Stabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability. The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a side note, this steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: AEB-L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 12 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 17.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Big Leaf Maple Burl (stabilized), urethane resins, Orange G10 liners, White G11 pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42258136402,"sku":"","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170822190009.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-1084-7-5-inch-kiritsuke-box-elder-walnut","title":"NORA #1084 - 7.5 Inch Kiritsuke - Box Elder \u0026 Walnut","description":"\u003cp\u003eNORA knife #1084 is our take on the traditional Japanese Kiritsuke knife.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Kiritsuke knife is one of the very few Japanese knives that is considered multi-purpose. It is a hybrid between a Yanagi (fish slicer) and a Usuba (vegetable knife.). A Kiritsuke knife works well for slicing and breaking down protein but it also excels at vegetable prep. and general purpose tasks. In Japanese kitchens, the Kiritsuke knife is reserved only for the executive Chef as a sign of respect and also due to the skill needed to efficiently use these knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Kiritsuke design does not have as flat of a belly as the more traditional Japanese style knives. We have done this to allow just the slightest amount of rock in the cut. We feel it adds a bit more versatility to the knife. This blade in-particular has a k-tip. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife \u003cspan\u003ehas been handled with a mix of materials including a beautiful piece of stabilized American walnut at the base and towards the blade a piece of stabilized box elder wood that has been dyed a beautiful teal blue color.  Separating these woods is a white G10.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives.  Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. 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It is a hybrid between a Yanagi (fish slicer) and a Usuba (vegetable knife.). A Kiritsuke knife works well for slicing and breaking down protein but it also excels at vegetable prep. and general purpose tasks. In Japanese kitchens, the Kiritsuke knife is reserved only for the executive Chef as a sign of respect and also due to the skill needed to efficiently use these knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Kiritsuke design does not have as flat of a belly as the more traditional Japanese style knives. We have done this to allow just the slightest amount of rock in the cut. We feel it adds a bit more versatility to the knife. This blade in-particular has a k-tip. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife \u003cspan\u003ehas been handled with a mix of materials including a beautiful piece of stabilized American walnut at the base, and towards the blade a piece of curly maple wood that has been dyed a beautiful teal blue color.  Separating these woods is a gray G10.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives.  Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. 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CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard (We heat treated this blade to 66 HRC) - so it has amazing edge retention- but unlike other steels at this hardness it's not as brittle or delicate. It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. 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This blade in-particular has a k-tip. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife \u003cspan\u003ehas been handled with a beautiful wood\/resin hybrid.  The wood is the live edge of a slab of stabilized big leaf maple burl wood.  Next to this live edge urethane resin is poured and, in this case, the resin has beautiful hues of ruby red and black.  The pins are a black carbon fiber and a coordinated black G10 liner was also added.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives.  Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. 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It is also unique with respect to where it is used...not just on a cutting board but also in hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this in mind, we redesigned our paring knife to have a smaller, more nimble handle that feels great in hand and gives its user a wide amount of maneuverability. This knife works wonderfully for small tasks that are easier completed by using the knife in-hand, such as hulling a strawberry, paring fruit, or deveining shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of our knives is handmade and numbered. This NORA paring knife is one of four that we made in a limited run with this playful design.  Each knife is custom engraved with a series of triangles on the blades and the handles are hand cast resin with a base of white complemented by three translucent stripes of pastel resin in purple, red and orange tones. We make our paring robust and keep the grind slightly thicker such that these should serve as an excellent little work horse in any kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high-quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability.  The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. 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A gyuto is similar to a utility knife in that it is a multipurpose knife that can handle virtually every task including chopping, mincing and slicing meat, fish, vegetables and fruit.  Our gyuto has a long, western style handle with a thin nimble neck which makes the knife easy to grip and form into your hand.  The blade is a Japanese inspired profile with a fair amount of belly in the blade to allow for a gentle rocking motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1090, is a hybrid mix of wood and resin.  The wood is a beautiful, live edge piece of American Buckeye that has been stabilized for durability.  The resin is a creamy, off-white color with a very subtle shimmer to it.  Its an elegant mix and we like the clean, classic feel of this knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. 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A gyuto is similar to a utility knife in that it is a multipurpose knife that can handle virtually every task including chopping, mincing and slicing meat, fish, vegetables and fruit.  Our gyuto has a long, western style handle with a thin nimble neck which makes the knife easy to grip and form into your hand.  The blade is a Japanese inspired profile with a fair amount of belly in the blade to allow for a gentle rocking motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1097, is a hybrid mix of wood and resin.  The wood is a beautiful, live edge piece of Big Leaf Maple Burl that has been stabilized for durability.  The resin is a rich navy blue accented with veins of both white and silver.  Its an elegant mix and we like the clean, classic feel of this knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife blade is made from CTS-XHP stainless steel which is a premium stainless steel that we rarely offer because it is fairly hard to source.  This steel has excellent durability for a stainless steel and it also can be taken to a fairly high hardness at 62 HRC. A higher hardness generally translates to greater edge retention and sharpness which is why this is such a sought after steel.  Besides this, the actual stain resistance on this stainless is high. This may seem counter-intuitive as it is a \"stainless\" steel but many other stainless\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esteels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e have a tendency to form small rust spots.  They are \"stainless,\" but just barely.  This steel has a great combination of performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estain resistance.  You're not sacrificing one for the other which is nice when it comes to kitchen use.  In general, this is an excellent steel choice that combines great performance with heightened durability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CTS XHP Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 13.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eHandle Material(s) Big Leaf Maple Burl (stabilized), Urethane Resins, Stainless Steel Pins, White G10 liner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":989068394523,"sku":"","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170918144106.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-7-inch-chef-876-1099-irish-pride","title":"NORA 7 Inch Chef #1099 - Irish Pride","description":"\u003cp\u003eJesus, Mary and Joseph...we made a knife for the Irish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen. \u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. \u003c\/span\u003eThis NORA knife, \u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003enumber #1099, was made with the Irish in mind.  The handle is a unique mix of live edge Buckeye Burl Wood combined with urethane based resins colored with shimmering hues of green and orange and accented with white G11 pines and white G10 liner.  Length on this is slightly smaller than our standard chef and comes in at a nimble 7 inches.  Next to our logo you will find a small four leaf clover meant to grant you good luck and on the belly of the knife we added a little something for good measure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold. It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/noraknives.com\/pages\/steel-options\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Steel Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCPM M4\u003c\/a\u003e steel.  M4 is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing an wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far.  CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard at 64 HRC.  The hardness allows it to maintain amazing edge retention but unlike other steels at this hardness its not as brittle or delicate.  It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. This is in contrast to most every other knife that is this hard. Its a rugged knife for the performance it offers and this combination is rare when you harden steel to beyond 62 HRC.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pros of this steel outweigh the cons in our opinion but it must be mentioned that this steel is harder to sharpen than many others so you will need to factor that into your decision as it does represent a bit more maintenance than other knives. Note that we provide free sharpening on all of our knives and we are always happy to help in this respect. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean immediately after each use to prevent unwanted rust.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CPM-M4 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 12.15 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): American Buckeye Burl Wood (stabilized for durability), Urethane Resins, White G10 liner, White G11 pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 66\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1122058567707,"sku":"","price":421.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170920124414.jpg?v=1571438963"},{"product_id":"nora-7-inch-chef-1100-cpm-m4","title":"NORA 7 Inch Chef #1100 - CPM M4","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. \u003c\/span\u003eThis NORA knife, \u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003enumber #1100, has been handled with a beautiful piece of highly spalted American maple.  Sometimes all you need is a beautiful piece of wood! The wood has been stabilized for durability and lined with black G10.  Carbon fiber pins coordinate the tones and serve as an accent to the dark veins in the wood.   Length on this is slightly smaller than our standard chef and comes in at a nimble 7 inches.  We love the rustic, classic look of this knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold. It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/noraknives.com\/pages\/steel-options\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Steel Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCPM M4\u003c\/a\u003e steel.  M4 is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing an wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far.  CPM M4 steel is unique in that i\u003cspan\u003et gets extremely hard at 64 HRC.  The hardness allows it to maintain amazing edge retention but unlike other steels at this hardness its not as brittle or delicate.  It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. 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Note that we provide free sharpening on all of our knives and we are always happy to help in this respect. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean immediately after each use to prevent unwanted rust.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: CPM-M4 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 12.15 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Spalted Maple, Black G10, Carbon Fiber Pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 66\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1123384885275,"sku":"","price":389.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170920124749.jpg?v=1571438964"},{"product_id":"chef-1102-52100-carbon-steel-white-dots","title":"Chef #1102 - 52100 Carbon Steel - White Dots","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1102, is a hybrid mix of wood and resin.  The wood is a beautiful, stabilized figured walnut and we cut and cast a bubbly pattern of white resin circles in the wood.  Its a playful design and we like the classic color combo.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives.  Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003evacuum process. 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This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen. Blade length on this knife comes in at 8.5 inches.  Long enough for most kitchen tasks but still nimble in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1102, is a hybrid mix of wood and resin.  The wood is a beautiful, stabilized figured walnut and we cut and cast a bubbly pattern of white resin circles in the wood.  Its a playful design and we like the classic color combo.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives.  Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. 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It is a hybrid between a Yanagi (fish slicer) and a Usuba (vegetable knife.). A Kiritsuke knife works well for slicing and breaking down protein but it also excels at vegetable prep. and general purpose tasks. In Japanese kitchens, the Kiritsuke knife is reserved only for the executive Chef as a sign of respect and also due to the skill needed to efficiently use these knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Kiritsuke design does not have as flat of a belly as the more traditional Japanese style knives. We have done this to allow just the slightest amount of rock in the cut. We feel it adds a bit more versatility to the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle on this is a traditional wa style handle. 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AEB-L is a stainless steel but just barely.  The higher carbon content in this stainless is what allows it to get a fine edge and higher hardness than other stainless steels but it also has a tendency to sometimes form very fine rust spots on the blade.  If this happens, these are easily removed with a green scotch brite pad and usually the rough end of a kitchen sponge will also do the trick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: AEB-L Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 14.15 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material: Quilted Maple (stabilized), Forest Green G10, White G10 spacer\/liner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Height: 2 inches (at blade base)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: .45 lbs \/ 7.2 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1320267087899,"sku":"","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170926124644.jpg?v=1571438964"},{"product_id":"nora-pop-octopus-paring-knife","title":"NORA #1103 - Hipster Octopus Paring Knife","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paring knife is often overlooked but the truth is it is one of the single most-used knives in the kitchen. It is also unique with respect to where it is used...not just on a cutting board but also in hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this in mind, we redesigned our paring knife to have a smaller, more nimble handle that feels great in hand and gives its user a wide amount of maneuverability. This knife works wonderfully for small tasks that are easier completed by using the knife in-hand, such as hulling a strawberry, paring fruit, or deveining shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of our knives is handmade and numbered. This NORA paring knife, #1103, has been handled with resin cast in vivid hues of purple and day-glo orange.  The camera has a hard time capturing this orange which is a very bright, almost neon color.  We like the bold blocks of color together and we added an octopus (Henry) crawling along the blade.  Henry likes kombucha, is a devout pescatarian and has gone to every Devotchka concert along the Pacific Coast...totally hip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that there is a small cosmetic flaw to this knife.  On the top pin you will notice a small crack in the pin.  This occassionally happen if too much heat hits the pins while shaping it.  The defect is entirely cosmetic in nature but as a result we have discounted the price slightly from our normal retail pricing.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high-quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability.  The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a side note, this steel responds \u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e to honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: AEB-L Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length:  3.5 inches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length:  8 inches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material(s): Urethane Based Resins, White \u0026amp; Purple G10 liners, White G11 pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness: 61 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Flat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1373687119899,"sku":"","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170927115356-01.jpg?v=1571438964"},{"product_id":"nora-1105-7-5-inch-santoku-honeycomb","title":"NORA #1105 - 7.5 Inch Santoku - Honeycomb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur version of a Japanese Santoku, this is an extremely versatile knife that functions similarly to a Chef knife.  Santoku literally translates from Japanese as \"three virtues\" which refers to the three tasks this knife does exceedingly well: slice, dice, and mince. While Santoku knives generally lend themselves towards a chopping motion, we have also designed the blade with enough belly to facilitate a nice rocking motion as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eThis is a revamp of our original \"NORA\" knife. We started by making a single Santoku design and that is all we sold our first year in business. Since then we have had roughly 4 different versions of our Santoku and I think we finally arrived on a blade profile and handle that really work great. We took our original Santoku blade profile and combined it with our larger handle style. The two work well together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1105, has been handled with a custom designed scale, handmade here in-house that incorporates a honeycomb pattern in a graphic black and yellow color scheme.  The resin material used in this handle is durable and very easy to clean but keep in mind that it can occasionally be slippery if you are working with particularly wet\/slimy subject matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon 52100 steel.  52100 steel is a great all around choice for carbon steel as it is easily sharpened and the fine grain structure produces a very sharp edge. It is also an economical alternative to some of the more expensive Japanese carbon steels while offering similar benefits and a more hardy steel.  HRC hardness on this knife is at a solid 62. This blade has been etched to help prevent rust.  The etch leaves the blade slightly darker with a somewhat rustic look.  Each blade will form its own markings and patina.  This is normal and by design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean immediately after each use to prevent unwanted rust.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{ Knife Details }\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal:52100 Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 7.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 12.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eHandle Material(s): Yellow \u0026amp; Black Resins (Acrylic \u0026amp; Urethane Based), Carbon Fiber Pins, Black G10 liner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1378007089179,"sku":"","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20170927171743.jpg?v=1571438964"},{"product_id":"ultimate-template-make-a-copy","title":"NORA#1279 - CPM M4 Chef - \"Feleena\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKNIFE HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Type: Chef\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length: 8.5 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length: 13.65 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Style: Western | Right or Left Hand Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel: CPM M4 Carbon Steel \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Materials: Stabilized Live Edge Big Leaf Maple Burl Wood, Urethane Based Resins, Stainless Steel Pins, Black G10 liner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockwell Hardness: 66 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat Hybrid (workhorse grind)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis Blade is Ground...\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThin for Performance (best performance but delicate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThick for Durability (tough, built to last for heavy wear-n-tear)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; Mid-Range with Special Geometry (specially ground for food release and glide but blade is kept slightly thicker for durability)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Knife Feels...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy in Hand (hefty, durable)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight (nimble, maneuverable)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; Not too heavy, not too light (Switzerland)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL USES OF THIS KNIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHEF KNIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen. Our Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  It is a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSTEEL INFORMATION:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPM- M4 CARBON STEEL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/noraknives.com\/pages\/steel-options\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Steel Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCPM M4\u003c\/a\u003e steel.  M4 is the best carbon steel we have ever used in regards to blade performance.  After doing a wide amount of research on this steel, we decided to give it a go and have been extremely impressed with its performance thus far.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCPM M4 steel can be treated to a very high hardness.\u003cspan\u003e Hardness in steel generally equates to a finer edge and great edge retention. We took this blade to a solid 66 HRC which is incredibly hard compared to most production knives which fall in the mid to high 50's. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe high hardness allows it to maintain amazing edge retention but unlike other steels at this hardness its not as brittle or delicate.  It is actually highly wear resistant which means you don't need to worry as much about the knife chipping or breaking. As an added bonus, M4 is surprisingly corrosion resistant when compared to other carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts a rugged knife for the performance it offers and this combination is rare when you harden steel to beyond 62 HRC.  Please note though that the steel isn't bullet-proof...if you drop the knife on a very hard surface or try to muscle it through a very hard object (i.e. hard gourd, thick bones, etc.), it is likely to chip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pros of this steel outweigh the cons, but it must be mentioned that this steel is harder to sharpen than many others so you will need to factor that into your decision. It does represent a bit more maintenance than other knives. On the flip side, you don't need to sharpen this knife nearly as frequently as others. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e**As this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cooksillustrated.com\/how_tos\/8900-carbon-steel-knives-why-a-patina-matters\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Cook's Illustrated - Carbon Steel Knives - Why Patina Matters\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003epatina\u003c\/a\u003e over time.  This is normal and is actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean shortly after each use to prevent unwanted rust or stains.  We have acid etched this knife to protect the steel and start the patina process.  Over time this etch will fade slightly and will be replaced by the individual patina you make while using the knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHANDLE DESIGN \u0026amp; MATERIALS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery one of our knives is handmade, unique and numbered. This NORA is handled with a hand-casted scale that is a hybrid of both wood and resin.  The wood is a stabilized big leaf maple burl wood and the resin has hues of mainly black accented by small veins of orange and white.  The pins are black micarta and the black G10 liner matches to bring the look together.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStabilized wood will absorb very little water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCUSTOM ENGRAVING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe custom engraved this knife with a Mexican sugar skull\/ day of the dead theme.  The engraving features the partial face of a woman whom we have dubbed \"Feleena\" based upon on old Marty Robbins song (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7UVVS5-9HvA\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"El Paso - Marty Robbins\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEl Paso\u003c\/a\u003e) that we love.  The song is a country-Western ballad about a falling in love with a young Mexican dancer, to tragic effect. Sigh. Seems to fit the darker colors in this knife.  In keeping with this theme we also kept the engraving itself somewhat muted and subtle.  The shading is darker and we like that you catch more and more detail as you look closely.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e**This knife has been custom engraved.  The engraving was done via laser so there is depth to the engraving more so than you see with an electro etch. We do, however, keep the depth minimal so it does not catch food and minimally interferes with the primary cutting function of the knife. A small amount of stickage is normal around the engraved area, especially initially. This will lessen over time as the blade is used.  Please note though, if performance is your #1 priority then we encourage you to NOT purchase this blade.  A blade with no engraving WILL have a smoother glide than a blade with engraving.  For most, however, this difference is so minimal that it is barely noticed.  We just like to provide a full disclosure up front so you know exactly what you are purchasing.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe engraving should last as long as the knife but please note that it will slightly degrade over time as abrasives are used on the knife. We recommend the soft end of a sponge with soap and water for cleaning and mineral oil periodically to condition the blade (and handle). Keep in mind that stronger abrasives, such as steel wool, scotch brite pads, sand paper or stone sharpening directly on the engraved image will further degrade the image.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3582325719067,"sku":"","price":430.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20180413134949.jpg?v=1571438964"},{"product_id":"nora-1118-3-5-paring-red-shokwood","title":"NORA #1118 - 3.5' Paring - Red Shokwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKNIFE HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Type: Paring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length: 3.5 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length: 8 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Style: Western | Right or Left Hand Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel: AEB-L Stainless Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockwell Hardness: 61 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Materials: Big Leaf Maple Burl Wood, Urethane Resins, Carbon Fiber Pins, Black G10 liner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis Blade is Ground...\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin for Performance (best performance but also more delicate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Thick for Durability (tough, built to last for heavy wear-n-tear)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMid-Range with Special Geometry (specially ground for food release and glide but blade is kept slightly thicker for durability)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Knife Feels...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy in Hand (hefty, durable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight (nimble, maneuverable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; Not too heavy, not too light (Mid-Range Weight)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL USES OF THIS KNIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paring knife is often overlooked but the truth is it is one of the single most-used knives in the kitchen. It is also unique with respect to where it is used...not just on a cutting board but also in hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this in mind, we redesigned our paring knife to have a smaller, more nimble handle that feels great in hand and gives its user a wide amount of maneuverability. This knife works wonderfully for small tasks that are easier completed by using the knife in-hand, such as hulling a strawberry, paring fruit, or deveining shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSTEEL INFORMATION: AEB-L STAINLESS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is composed of AEB-L stainless steel which is a high-quality Swedish metal, originally developed for razor blades.  Recently, steel suppliers have made this steel available in thicker sheets and it has proven to be an excellent adaptation for the cutlery industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAEB-L has a beautiful balance of carbon and chromium and, with proper heat treatment, this steel produces both a very fine edge as well as excellent toughness and edge stability.  The fine grain structure also makes this steel very easy to sharpen. We believe it is one of the finest stainless steels available on the market today for use with kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a side note, this steel responds\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ebeautifully\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto honing and if the knife is honed regularly it should need infrequent sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHANDLE DESIGN \u0026amp; MATERIAL INFORMATION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is numbered, handmade and unique. This NORA knife, number #1118, has been handled with a beautiful Shokwood scale. Shokwood is a hybrid mix of live edge wood and urethane based resins.  This particular handle has stabilized big leaf maple burl wood and resins in beautiful hues of ruby red \u0026amp; black.  It is a clean, classic look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3609556615195,"sku":"","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20171031151758.jpg?v=1571438964"},{"product_id":"nora-1119-3-5-paring-blue-pearl-resin","title":"NORA #1119 - 3.5' Paring - Blue | Pearl Resin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKNIFE HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Type: Paring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length: 3.5 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length: 8 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Style: Western | Right or Left Hand Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel: CTS-XHP Stainless Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockwell Hardness: 61 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrind Type: Full Flat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Materials: Urethane Resins, Carbon Fiber Pins, Black G10 liner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis Blade is Ground...\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin for Performance (best performance but also more delicate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Thick for Durability (tough, built to last for heavy wear-n-tear)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMid-Range with Special Geometry (specially ground for food release and glide but blade is kept slightly thicker for durability)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Knife Feels...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; Heavy in Hand (hefty, durable)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight (nimble, maneuverable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMid-Range Weight (not too heavy, not too light)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL USES OF THIS KNIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paring knife is often overlooked but the truth is it is one of the single most-used knives in the kitchen. It is also unique with respect to where it is used...not just on a cutting board but also in hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this in mind, we redesigned our paring knife to have a smaller, more nimble handle that feels great in hand and gives its user a wide amount of maneuverability. This knife works wonderfully for small tasks that are easier completed by using the knife in-hand, such as hulling a strawberry, paring fruit, or deveining shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe keep our paring knives a bit beefier behind the edge than our larger knives.  We do this to ensure durability.  If you are anything like us, we beat up on our parings pretty good so we need them to be tough as they do a huge variety of tasks for us. So if you wanted a very fine tipped paring then this may not be the right fit but if you need a good all-around workhorse paring then this is a great choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSTEEL INFORMATION: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCTS-XHP STAINLESS STEEL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife blade is made from CTS-XHP stainless steel which is a premium stainless steel that we rarely offer because it is fairly hard to source.  This steel has excellent durability for a stainless steel and it also can be taken to a fairly high hardness at 62 HRC. A higher hardness generally translates to greater edge retention and sharpness which is why this is such a sought after steel.  Besides this, the actual stain resistance on this stainless is high. 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They function similarly to a Santoku but they have a little more depth when it comes to heavy tasks in the kitchen. This knife is HEFTY by design and it will work well breaking down your standard vegetables and meat but it can also do heavier work, similar to a Deba, in regards to breaking down joints, small bones, etc. This knife was left very thick at the spine and is meant to be a workhorse.  To be very clear, this is NOT a laser.  This is a heavy, durable knife that can handle pretty much any task in the kitchen.  The taller blade allows great versatility in cutting larger items and the weight provides the necessary heft to handle some of the tougher protein breakdowns you may encounter.  We really like this style knife as it feels like a hybrid between a number of different knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSTEEL INFORMATION: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e01 Carbon Steel\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade on this knife is composed of a high carbon O1 tool steel.  O1 tool steel is a great all around choice for carbon steel as it is easily sharpened and the fine grain structure produces a very sharp edge. It is also an economical alternative to some of the more expensive Japanese carbon steels while offering similar benefits and a more hardy steel. HRC hardness on this knife is at a solid 62.    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs this is a carbon steel, the blade will form a slight patina over time.  This is normal and actually the mark of a beautifully used knife.  Please note, however, that a carbon knife does require more maintenance than its stainless steel counterpart, mainly that it must be washed or wiped clean shortly after each use to prevent unwanted rust or stains.  We have acid etched this knife to protect the steel and start the patina process.  Over time this etch will fade slightly and will be replaced by the individual patina you make while using the knife.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDLE DESIGN \u0026amp; MATERIALS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery one of our knives is handmade, numbered and unique. This NORA knife, number #1121, is a hybrid mix of wood and resin.  The wood is a beautiful, live edge piece of Big Leaf Maple Burl that has been stabilized for durability.  The resin has rich hues of lime green, navy blue and silver. A green G10 liner complements the colors in the handle and the pins are a classic stainless steel. Its a great mix and we like the clean, classic feel of this knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood stabilization is an added feature that we offer with our knives. Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. 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Wood that is stabilized has been injected with a clear acrylic resin under a \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003evacuum process. Stabilization helps to minimize, if not eliminate, any cracking, warping, shrinkage and\/or expanding of the material. \u003c\/span\u003eStabilized wood will not absorb water and is generally impervious to oils. The process helps to ensure your knife has a long lifespan in the kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nora Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3822189674523,"sku":"","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/0381\/products\/20171030170803.jpg?v=1571438964"},{"product_id":"nora-1111-cts-xhp-chef-black-white","title":"NORA #1111 - CTS-XHP Chef - Black | White","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKNIFE HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Type: Chef\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length: 8.5 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length: 13 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Style: Western | Right or Left Hand Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel: CTS-XHP Stainless Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Materials: White G10, Black G10 Liner, Acrylic Based White\/Black Stripes, Black Carbon Fiber Pins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockwell Hardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrind Type: Hybrid Full Flat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 9.2 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis Blade is Ground...\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThin for Performance (best performance but somewhat delicate)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThick for Durability (tough, built to last for heavy wear-n-tear)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; Mid-Range with Special Geometry (specially ground for food release and glide but blade is kept slightly thicker for durability)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Knife Feels...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt; Heavy in Hand (hefty, durable)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight (nimble, maneuverable)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eNot too heavy, not too light (Switzerland)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL USES OF THIS KNIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNORA #1111 is our take on the classic Chef knife. This is an extremely versatile knife that is a jack-of-all-trades worker and one of the single most important knives in a kitchen. Our Chef knife design can easily accommodate both a pinch grip and a full hold.  Our handle is longer than many other knives on the market which makes it a good choice for those with larger hands or those who prefer a full hold on the handle.  Our design is also excellent for those who like a rocking motion while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that we handmake each knife and we make different knives for different preferences.  Some people like very light, nimble knives and others like a bit more weight in their knives to help with some of the heavier tasks in the kitchen.  This particular knife is on the heavier side.  The G10 that comprises the majority of this handle is heavier than most materials that we use and it makes for a nice, weighty knife.  Again, weight is a very personal thing and each person is different.  If you like your knives heavier, this will be a great fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSTEEL INFORMATION:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCTS-XHP Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is made from CTS-XHP stainless steel which is a premium stainless steel that we rarely offer because it is fairly hard to source. This steel has excellent durability for a stainless steel and it also can be taken to a fairly high hardness at 62 HRC. A higher hardness generally translates to greater edge retention and sharpness which is why this is such a sought after steel.  Besides this, the actual stain resistance on this stainless is high. This may seem counter-intuitive as it is a \"stainless\" steel but many other stainless steels have a tendency to form small rust spots.  They are \"stainless,\" but just barely.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a nutshell, this steel has a great combination of performance, durability and\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003estain resistance. 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A gyuto is similar to a utility knife in that it is a multipurpose knife that can handle virtually every task including chopping, mincing and slicing meat, fish, vegetables and fruit.  Our gyuto has a long, western style handle with a thin nimble neck which makes the knife easy to grip and form into your hand.  The blade is a Japanese inspired profile with a fair amount of belly in the blade to allow for a gentle rocking motion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that we handmake each knife and we make different knives for different preferences.  Some people like very light, nimble knives and others like a bit more weight in their knives to help with some of the heavier tasks in the kitchen.  This particular knife is on the heavier side.  The G10 that comprises the majority of this handle is heavier than most materials that we use and it makes for a nice, weighty knife.  Again, weight is a very personal thing and each person is different.  If you like your knives heavier, this will be a great fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSTEEL INFORMATION:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCTS-XHP Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife blade is made from CTS-XHP stainless steel which is a premium stainless steel that we rarely offer because it is fairly hard to source. This steel has excellent durability for a stainless steel and it also can be taken to a fairly high hardness at 62 HRC. A higher hardness generally translates to greater edge retention and sharpness which is why this is such a sought after steel.  Besides this, the actual stain resistance on this stainless is high. This may seem counter-intuitive as it is a \"stainless\" steel but many other stainless steels have a tendency to form small rust spots.  They are \"stainless,\" but just barely.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a nutshell, this steel has a great combination of performance, durability and\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003estain resistance. 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