{"title":"Michał Lipiński","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichał Lipiński was first introduced to the forge by his blacksmith grandfather, and that early exposure to heat, tools and the satisfaction of turning ideas into useful objects shaped everything that followed. He went on to specialise in artistic metalwork at art school, where his attention narrowed to culinary knives, then to study industrial design at the Kraków Academy of Fine Arts with the explicit aim of improving those designs. Now a full-time maker, he runs KOVARES from Kraków, where what began as a hobby alongside his grandfather has become a fully developed practice and a clear personal language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichał describes his knives as highly decorative objects built on a performance-first design, and the order matters. The geometry comes first, with thin convex grinds tuned for clean release and refined feedback on the board, supported by careful ergonomics and a balance that suits long prep. Steels are chosen for cutting performance and hardened to standard, and the construction shows the discipline of someone trained equally in craft and industrial design — a Polish design tradition that has long held material honesty and considered form in higher regard than surface flourish. Only once those fundamentals are settled does the more expressive surface treatment come into play, so the decorative element is never asked to do the work of the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets KOVARES apart is the inventiveness of those surfaces. Michał has developed a range of distinctive finishes that read as genuinely his own, refined enough to sit comfortably alongside the high-end Japanese and European work he admires, yet recognisably the output of a single design-led studio in Kraków. The fit and finish are consistently high, and the knives feel composed in the hand as well as on the shelf. For Modern Cooking, Michał represents the design-conscious end of contemporary Polish bladesmithing, a maker whose work rewards collectors and serious home cooks in roughly equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gyuto-225mm-damascus-clad-1-2419-karelian-birch-and-copper","title":"Gyuto 225mm Damascus Clad 1.2419 Karelian Birch and Copper","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichał Lipiński is renowned as one of Poland's finest blacksmiths, and it's always a thrill to showcase his exceptional work in our shop. This exquisite and agile blade is meticulously forged from 1.2419 tungsten alloyed carbon steel and clad in 120 layers of house-forged Damascus. With a convex grind, the blade boasts a subtle taper and a beautifully thin edge, making it the perfect knife for everyday use. Its geometry ensures stability for intricate tasks as well as more robust prep work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs is the case with all the makers found in Collectors Selection, Michał's work is of an heirloom standard. The fit and finish of his blades are undeniably of the highest standard. This beautifully forged blade features a precisely centered core, exceptionally consistent bevels, rounded and smooth edges on the spine and heel, and gapless joinery at the handle. The museum-quality patinated copper bolster adds a touch of elegance, while the handle, shaped from stabilized Karelian birch, showcases Michał's iconic fluted design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece crafted by Michał Lipiński sets a new benchmark for excellence. This exceptional Gyuto not only serves as a stunning centerpiece in your home kitchen but also makes an ideal gift for a culinary enthusiast or a professional chef. The blend of aesthetic beauty and functional precision in Michał's work ensures that his knives are treasured by all who use them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbrace the artistry and superior quality of Michał Lipiński's creations and elevate your culinary experience with a truly high performance kitchen knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Michał Lipiński","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48218225213705,"sku":"MC-104-793","price":1473.14,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto225mmDamascusClad1.jpg?v=1754641587"}],"url":"https:\/\/moderncooking.com\/en-is\/collections\/michal-lipinski.oembed","provider":"moderncooking.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}