{"product_id":"kiritsuke-250mm-sanmai-wrought-iron-apex-ultra-mokume-blasted-walnut-handle","title":"Kiritsuke 250mm SanMai Wrought Iron, Apex Ultra, Mokume \u0026 Blasted Walnut Handle","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"582\"\u003eThis one-of-a-kind handmade kitchen knife is the work of renowned artisanal bladesmith Karol Karys, a maker celebrated for his bold, brutalist-inspired craftsmanship and uncompromising attention to detail. This piece is a contemporary reimagining of the Japanese Kiritsuke—a hybrid blade traditionally used for both slicing and push-cutting—that Karol has transformed into a striking, modern tool of precision. Its spine features an aggressive taper that narrows rapidly toward the tip, giving the knife a visual tension and balance that speaks to performance as much as aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eBeneath its sculptural exterior lies a meticulously executed geometry: thin convex bevels transition into a walkschliff-style tip, offering a fine, responsive feel at the front end of the blade. The combination of an exaggerated taper and these high-performance grind characteristics result in a knife that moves through ingredients effortlessly—gliding through protein and produce alike with minimal resistance. It's a blade made for professionals and enthusiasts who appreciate cutting performance that doesn’t compromise on character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1707\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe materials underscore the uniqueness of the piece. Forged from a San Mai construction of wrought iron cladding over Apex Ultra core steel, the knife offers both visual drama and top-tier edge retention. The handle is a standout feature in its own right: Karol’s signature profile rendered in sandblasted walnut, paired with a mokume gane bolster that adds an artisanal flourish. Every surface bears his brutalist-inspired textures—raw, tactile, and deeply expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karol Karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55612415017225,"sku":"MC-95-682","price":256905.0,"currency_code":"ISK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Kiritsuke250mmSanMaiWroughtIronCladApex_Mokume_BlastedWalnut0005.jpg?v=1754640485","url":"https:\/\/moderncooking.com\/en-is\/products\/kiritsuke-250mm-sanmai-wrought-iron-apex-ultra-mokume-blasted-walnut-handle","provider":"moderncooking.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}