{"title":"Toma Fenes","description":"\u003cp\u003eToma Fenes works from Paltin Monastery near Petru Vodă in Romania, and at just twenty years old he already has a remarkably multidisciplinary practice. He grew up working with his hands in his father's woodworking shop, and that early grounding has expanded into a body of work that moves between wood, steel, copper, brass, and stone. Alongside the forge he is a serious fencer, having trained from the age of twelve under one of Romania's last master sword fighters, and his interests range across medieval history, fantasy fiction, historical architecture, and the culinary arts. It would be narrow to call Toma a bladesmith alone — artisan craftsman is closer to the truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis knives grew naturally out of a love of cooking. After an early kitchen knife was well received by a local chef, demand built quickly, and culinary work became a central part of the practice. Toma forges using traditional techniques and largely hand tools, working from a humble workshop that has pushed him toward mono steel construction rather than complex laminates. Within that constraint he has developed a distinctive visual language: classically inspired profiles, exceptional cutting performance, and surface treatments that lift simple mono steels into genuine functional artworks. The same culinary instinct that drives the knives has also produced fresh dairy work, a custom-built wood-fired pizza oven, and a small line of beautifully resolved pizza cutters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signatures are unmistakable once you have seen them. Hand-forged mokume, museum-fit bolsters, and domed pins recur as quiet structural details, while captivating hamons, inlays, and rich surface textures animate the blades themselves. Each piece reads as the work of a maker drawing equally on sculpture, painting, wood carving, and blacksmithing — and on a genuine love of the food the knives are made to cut. We are proud to present Toma Fenes within the Modern Cooking Collectors Selection, where his one-of-a-kind blades and pizza cutters bring a singular artistic voice to the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gyuto-220mm-honyaki-spicey-white-mokume-walnut-and-copper","title":"Gyuto 220mm Honyaki Spicey White Mokume, Walnut and Copper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eA beautifully sculpted handle in ancient Walnut root, with copper pins, and a mokume-gane bolster, coupled with a stunning blade forged 26c3 'Spicy White' steel make up this heirloom gyuto from Romania's Toma Fenes. A true work of artisanal craftsmanship with stunning textures and details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe captivating looks are complemented by exceptional performance on the cutting board. Designed for daily use in kitchens large and small, the 220mm blade delivers a sharp, thin edge below superb convex geometry, that, with its classic Gyuto inspired profile, will excel at both push-pull cutting tasks, and long, precise slices with the tough edge and fine, pointed tip that sits low in relation to the handle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe profile has a subtle belly that will be more suited to slicing than rocking, and the blade spine and choil are both rounded for comfort in any grip. Etched and polished to a silky, satin finish, the blade reveals a stunning hamon line complimented . \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eBeautifully balanced, the blade feels nimble and yet still delivers a stable and reliable sensation in the hand. The Walnut root handle is carved into an ergonomic hidden tang design inspired by western handle shapes. Understated and elegant the handle is both beautiful and functional. Secured by a domed copper pin and paired with a stunning Mokume Gane bolster and museum-style fit. Whether for daily meal prep or tableside carving for special occasions, our newest bladesmith, at just 20 years old, has delivered an outstanding piece of culinary art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Toma Fenes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45451596464393,"sku":"MC-121-881","price":1610.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto220mmHonyakiSpiceyWhiteMokume_WalnutandCopper.jpg?v=1754641920"},{"product_id":"gyuto-230mm-pizza-wheel-honyaki-set-spicy-white-titanium","title":"Gyuto 230mm \u0026 Pizza Cutter 90mm Honyaki \"Float Grip\" Set","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThis exquisite set, crafted by Romanian artisan Toma Fenes, is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that merges functional utility with a sense of mystique and elegance. The set includes two distinct pieces: a Gyuto, known for its versatility in slicing, dicing, and chopping, and an intricately designed pizza cutter. Both blades are forged from premium Swedish 26c3 carbon steel, selected for its purity, exceptional sharpness and durability. Adding to their allure, each blade has been forged honyaki and boasts a hamon, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-AU;\"\u003ehighlighting the meticulous forging process and adding a visual element typically admired in traditional Japanese blades. The hamon not only enhances the aesthetic of each tool but also symbolizes their strength and durability, making this set as functional as it is visually striking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eThe handles on both pieces use Toma's proprietary \"Float Grip\" design, crafted from lightweight titanium to ensure a comfortable yet robust grip. The \"Float Grip\" effect creates the illusion that the handles are hovering or detached from the blades, a feat achieved through Toma's unique riveted and split design. This floating aspect is further enhanced by the ergonomic, smooth-to-the-touch contours, allowing for prolonged use without discomfort. The innovative handle design draws inspiration from elven weaponry, specifically influenced by J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings, embodying a mystical elegance that adds to their allure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAdding to the sophistication, the Gyuto knife features studs made from 999 silver, strategically placed across the handle and the textured area of the blade. These silver accents add a touch of luxury and refinement, elevating the visual appeal. Meanwhile, the pizza cutter includes titanium Damascus, or \"Timascus,\" washers that secure the wheel, showcasing Toma's dedication to detail and material quality. The cutter’s wheel is approximately 90mm in diameter, providing ample coverage for slicing, while a thoughtfully designed finger guard supports the thumb during use, ensuring comfort and control. 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