Tiubh Cleaver 190mm "Fathachspás" ApexUltra
The "Fathachspás" is a 190mm cleaver forged by Erik Gullikson, featuring his bold and iconic "Tiubh" design with sweeping lines along the spine and angular, versatile profile. Its name "Fathachspás", meaning "space giant" in Irish, reflects its bold dimensions and functional, high performance design. Crafted from ApexUltra steel, known for its exceptional toughness and edge retention, the cleaver easily handles heavy workloads. The blade’s broad profile and weight make it ideal for cutting large root vegetables, while its sharp edge ensures precise, clean slices.
The blade features an "S grind," a specialized compound geometry that offers superior cutting efficiency and reduces friction during slicing. With an overall length of 295mm and an edge length of 190mm, it excels in handling demanding cutting tasks.
The handle of the Fathachspás is a hidden tang construction made from lightweight aluminum, complemented by an heirloom-fit geometrical bolster crafted from darkened zirconium. The aluminum handle mirrors the blade's crater-like texture, giving the cleaver a cohesive, otherworldly aesthetic that lives up to its name. Designed for ambidextrous use, the handle provides a comfortable grip for both left and right-handed users.
A masterful design by Irish craftsman Erik Gullikson, this cleaver not only delivers exceptional performance and user satisfaction in the kitchen but also stands out as a striking statement piece, blending functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Product Specification
Blade Type: Cleaver
Overall length: 295mm
Edge Length: 190mm
Spine Heel: 3.52mm
Spine Mid: 2.55mm
Spine Tip (20mm before): 1.69mm
Blade Height: 110mm
Weight: 376g
Cutting Edge Steel: Apex Ultra
Stainless: No
HRC: 66
Blade Construction: Mono Steel
Blade Finish: Textured and Matte Polish
Grind: S
Handle Construction: Hidden Tang
Handle Materials: Aluminium, Zirconium
Handedness: Ambidextrous
Saya, Hand Crafted Storage or Display Included: No
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We process orders 5 days a week (Monday - Friday) and ship from our shop in Berlin, Germany. We ship with FedEx, UPS and Deutsche Post.
We are happy to offer free international shipping on a variety of orders depending on location and order value. You can check to see where things sit for you here.
Returns
At Modern Cooking we want our customers to be inspired and delighted by the products they purchase through our shop.
However, we understand that you may need to return products occasionally. If you are not entirely happy, you can return your purchase in its original condition within 14 days for a refund. Please email if you wish to return any goods.
In the unlikely event that you receive faulty goods or your order is damaged in transit, please contact us for instructions on how to return the goods as in this case we will meet the cost of return postage, though only if this is arranged through our authorised carriers. Any claim for refund or exchange resulting from faulty goods or goods damaged in transit must be raised within 5 business days.
All Modern Cooking logistics partners provide insurance in case of damage, but the coverage is only valid if we are notified within 5 business days. Please make sure to inspect your order immediately upon receipt to ensure that there is no damage.
Once we have the goods back, we will issue a full refund or send replacements where possible, as you prefer.
Product Care:
Cleaning: Clean by hand with warm water. Avoid wetting the handle when possible.
Sharpening: We advise using whetstones to sharpen your knives and a honing rod or steel to maintain the burr between sharpening sessions.
Reactive Steels: Reactive steels like Aogami Super, Apex Ultra or one of the many premium reactive German and Swedish steels are susceptible to rust if not properly cared for. In this case we advise that you keep the knife dry between uses and when storing the knife for longer periods wiping the knife blade with Tsubaki oil or another food safe oil is a wise choice. This will not stop a patina forming on the blade, but it will stop rust. A patina can be a beautiful personal feature on your knife and helps to stop rust forming. So, dry your knife regularly between uses, store in a dry place and apply some Tsubaki oil from time to time when storing for long periods.
A reference guide to steel types
Handle Care: If you have a knife with a non-stabilised wooden handle, you can apply Tsubaki oil or another food safe oil to your handle from time to time. Food safe wax can be applied to both stabilised and no-stabilised wooden handles. Never apply hot wax or oil as you risk warping or damaging the handle.
