Cleaver 175mm Wrought Iron Clad Aogami #2 Water Quenched

A nimble vegetable cleaver from Swedish blacksmith Jonas Johnsson with a tough, water quenched cutting edge in Aogami #2 steel.

Cleavers always present a challenge to the bladesmith due to the broad surface area of the blade and the addition of water quenching makes this one something special. Water quenching gives the steel additional hardness but comes with higher risks than a typical oil quench, making this another example of why Jonas is such a talented craftsman.

Clad in wrought iron and with a forged integral bolster it is as though Jonas was showing off a little with this one. The blade is finished with a lovely mirror stone polish on the zero ground bevels. The result is a razor-sharp blade full of contrast.

The knife is fitted with an ebony stumpy octagonal grip. It feels balanced and ergonomic in the hand and has fine taper. Another beautiful piece of work from Jonas.