{"title":"Evan Antzenberger","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvan Antzenberger is a French blacksmith with more than fifteen years of forging experience, having completed his training under Master Thierry Peyranne at the early age of sixteen. That long apprenticeship, started young, gave him a grounded technical base before he moved into culinary knives specifically, and the discipline of working alongside an experienced master still reads through the work today. He forges each knife himself, with close attention to every step, and the workshop practice has the patient, hand-led quality of someone who came up through traditional French blacksmithing before turning that training toward the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCutting performance and quality sit above everything else, and the catalogue reflects a maker comfortable moving between techniques rather than committed to a single signature treatment. Evan works in honyaki, laminated and pattern-welded steels, and each knife emerges as a one-of-a-kind piece with its own identity. Material selection is tasteful and restrained, the details brought together with what reads as genuine affection for the object, and the variety across his releases is one of the defining characteristics of the work. There is artisanal quality throughout, but each blade is allowed to be its own resolution rather than a variation on a template.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets Evan apart in the Modern Cooking Collectors Selection is the combination of that early, formal training with the design freedom he allows himself now. The knives feel like the work of someone with the technical fluency to do whatever the piece calls for, and the editorial discipline to keep each one focused on cut, feel and finish. For a Modern Cooking audience that values maker-led work with French forging roots and individual character, Evan's knives are a pleasure to represent and, more importantly, a pleasure to use.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gyuto-245mm-135cr3-honyaki","title":"Gyuto 245mm 135Cr3 Honyaki","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA stunning piece of craftsmanship from Evan. A combination of satin polished honyaki and brute de forge, ringed Gidgee and Mammoth Molar. The profile features a tall, almost 60mm tall blade, with a gentle and shallow radius edge which ends in a steep curve. The spine is lightly tapered, but maintains a relatively ridged feel from heel to tip.  The edge is razor thin and sharp. This blade is a beast and will make short work of any \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eprotein and happily cruise through root vegetables for days.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Evan Antzenberger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44493921845513,"sku":"MC-81-626","price":2082.04,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto245mmHonyaki135CR3-41.jpg?v=1754643597"},{"product_id":"nakiri-200mm-honyaki-135cr3","title":"Nakiri 200mm Honyaki 135CR3","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the perfect blend of French craftsmanship and culinary prowess in this Nakiri masterpiece by Evan Antzenberger, crafted with meticulous attention in the honyaki style. This Nakiri is a testament to exceptional artistry that goes beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a versatile 200mm edge length, this blade strikes a balance between utility and ease of use. The distinct spine measurements create a gradual taper, ensuring effortless cutting from heel to tip. Crafted from 135Cr3 steel, renowned as a high performance culinary steel and popular amongst the French makers, the blade maintains an enduring edge, delivering reliability with every slice. Weighing 414g, the Nakiri feels substantial yet balanced, and is incredibly thin and sharp at the edge, with convex bevels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nakiri's charm extends beyond performance, with an acid-etched and matte-polished finish that creates a distinctive patina and exposes a beautiful array of alloy banding features within the steel. A hidden tang handle construction, featuring ironwood, truStone and brass, combines comfort and elegance, accommodating both left- and right-handed users. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvan Antzenberger's Nakiri transcends its role as a kitchen tool; it's a celebration of precision, style, and craftsmanship. As your crafting culinary delights in the kitchen, this Nakiri elevates cooking to an art form, promising an experience that blends utility and aesthetics seamlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evan Antzenberger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44554802102537,"sku":"MC-81-627","price":1865.98,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Nakiri200mm135CR3Honyaki.jpg?v=1754643419"},{"product_id":"gyuto-220mm-honyaki-single-bevel","title":"Gyuto 220mm Honyaki Brass, Oyster Shell \u0026 Ironwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautifully forged Honyaki from French artisan Evan Antzenberger. The blade feels beautifully balanced, with a satisfying weight. A robust blade that will comfortably move through  \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emirepoix\u003c\/span\u003e and other vegetable prep and then easily handle proteins as well. The asymmetrical right-handed grind performs admirably and feels very comfortable in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvan has an incredibly unique and iconic style. Small details like the oyster shell spacer and faceted brass bolster give an already beautiful knife an elevated touch of class. These features combined with a stunning piece of ironwood make for a very beautiful and comfortable handle. Forged and ground to perfection the blade features a lovely matte polish, and the dark etching gives a lovely contrast, which highlights the beautiful Hamon. Finished with a little brute de forge around the spine the knife features contrasting hues and textures throughout that can only be described as tasteful and elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs discussed above this beautiful piece features some very high-end cutting performance, but the quality of the craftsmanship is undeniable throughout. An incredible piece from a very talented artisan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evan Antzenberger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44571932754185,"sku":"MC-81-628","price":1865.98,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Cleaver210mmGoMai_1f0743a5-e0df-44c9-91d1-bac5060a8b22.jpg?v=1754643146"},{"product_id":"paring-100mm-rwl34-palisander-de-madagaskar-ebony","title":"Paring 100mm RWL34 Palisander de Madagaskar Ebony","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrecision, elegance, and craftsmanship meet in this handcrafted 100mm paring knife, meticulously hand-ground and finished by renowned French craftsman \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEvan Antzenberger\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe blade is shaped from premium \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRWL34 steel\u003c\/span\u003e, a high-performance powdered steel renowned for its exceptional edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance. A distinctive \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eacid-etched finish\u003c\/span\u003e lends the blade a unique, refined texture while further enhancing its resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBuilt with a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003efull tang\u003c\/span\u003e construction for superior strength and balance, this knife offers precise control for delicate tasks such as peeling, trimming, and intricate slicing. Its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eclassic blade profile\u003c\/span\u003e ensures versatile performance across a wide range of kitchen work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe handle is crafted from exquisite \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePalisander de Madagascar Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e, a rare and richly grained wood, and is elegantly accented with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ebrass pins\u003c\/span\u003e — a nod to timeless, traditional knife-making techniques. 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