{"title":"Karol Karyś","description":"\u003cp\u003eKarol Karyś forges knives in Kraków, Poland, where he is studying Industrial Design at the Kraków Academy of Fine Arts. He came to bladesmithing through bushcraft, an early fascination with the knife as an object that soon merged with his other disciplines. What began as a personal project became a serious practice, and the made by Karyś workshop now reflects the same disciplined design thinking he brings to his studies. For a maker still in his early twenties, the work shows an unusual clarity of intent, with each piece treated as a considered design problem rather than a stylistic exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis knives draw openly on the brutalist architecture that defines parts of Kraków and the wider post-war European landscape — a movement built around minimalist form, raw materials, and structure left honestly exposed. Karol works mostly in mono steel, letting the geometry of the blade carry the design rather than relying on decorative pattern welding, though on more elaborate pieces he reaches for San Mai constructions cladding Apex Ultra in wrought iron or copper. The surface treatment still reads as architectural rather than ornamental. Textures on both blade and handle are traced from facades and stairwells observed on the streets of his city, then translated into finishes that feel honest and purposeful: cleanly resolved planes, deliberate weight, and tactile, controlled surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes a Karyś knife is the integrity of that translation from reference to object. The textures are not applied decoration but a structural part of the knife's identity, and the fit and finish keep pace with the conceptual ambition. Performance is taken just as seriously as form, with edge geometry and balance treated as part of the same composition. To find this degree of individuality and technical control in a maker of his age is rare, and his work sits naturally within Modern Cooking's collection of design-led, maker-first bladesmiths whose practice we expect to follow for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"karol-kary-gyuto-240mm-125sc-differential-textured-hamon","title":"Gyuto 240mm 125sc Honyaki Pitted Texture Hamon","description":"\u003cp\u003eKarol Karyś produces kitchen knives that emphasise the raw materials they are made from. His knives are a unique balance of natural and raw, yet highly polished. Inspired by brutalist architecture this Gyuto 240mm features a “Pitted” texture, which Karol likely discovered in the stonework of a building in his local city of Kraków, Poland.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis 240mm Gyuto features a differentially hardened (Honyaki) blade with a \"Pitted\" textured hamon. The result is a stunning array of contrasting textures and shades of grey and black. The profile on this knife is a very classic k-tip Gyuto shape, a long flat section with a gradual curve towards the tip. Pinch perfect balance and laser thin behind the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe handle is shaped in a beautiful piece of red dyed, stabilised maple burl and feels very comfortable to hold. As a student of industrial design, Karol sees ergonomics, function, and aesthetics as equals. All three of these elements must be perfect before he considers one of his knives complete. The handle is finished with uniquely textured bolster, in this case it’s a copper bolster with a combination of pitted and linear textures, the contrast between the two is eye catching and beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blend of reds, yellows, and browns on the handle with the copper bolster contrast beautifully with the blacks and greys of the “Pitted” honyaki blade. A beautiful piece from the young master from Poland. Very nice!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015242378,"sku":"MC-126-900","price":1203.07,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Karol_Kary_Gyuto_240mm_125sc_Honyaki_Pitted_Texture_Hamon_-_Blade__44904.1632752311.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648312"},{"product_id":"karol-kary-gyuto-220mm-125sc-differential-textured-hamon","title":"Gyuto 220mm 125sc Honyaki Linear Texture Hamon","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe linear texture on this Karol Karyś Gyuto 220mm was discovered on the streets of Kraków an example of Karol's passion for the brutalist design that is present in all of his knives. Focused on producing blades that emphasis the raw materials they are made from, Karol's knives are a unique balance of natural and raw, yet highly polished.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 220mm Gyuto features a differentially hardened (Honyaki) blade with a \"Linear\" textured hamon. The result is a stunning array of contrasting textures and shades of grey and black. Karol's Gyuto profile features an oversized honesuke style shape with a very large flat section extending from the heel about two thirds of the length of the blade before gradually curving up towards the tip. This profile will excel at chopping and slicing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade extends out of a bespoke black maple burl handle, which pairs perfectly with the raw textures of the blade. The handle is beautifully shaped and feels very comfortable to hold. It is obvious that Karol has not only considered the design from an aesthetic perspective, but also the ergonomics. Each Karol Karyś's handles is fitted with a uniquely textured bolster, in this case it’s a brass bolster with a pitted texture, reminiscent of raw concrete and another example of the brutalist design that inspires these knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStunning to behold the knife performs beautifully in every way. A very thin and perfectly convexed blade. Unique, brutalist inspired textures and premium fit and finish. If you have any doubts, let them go. This is a very high quality and beautiful knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894015275146,"sku":"MC-126-901","price":1168.69,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Karol_Kary_Gyuto_220mm_125sc_Honyaki_Linear_Texture_Hamon_-_Blade_7__09250.1632754530.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754648301"},{"product_id":"made-by-kary-gyuto-215mm-125sc-honyaki-linear-texture-hamon-ukraine-auction","title":"Gyuto 215mm 125sc Honyaki Linear Texture Hamon - Ukraine Fundraising Auction","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Karol Karyś Gyuto was aucitoned off on our \u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Ca2CpY8toGo\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\"\u003eInstagram account\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e to raise money for children who have been harmed or displaced as a result of the conflict in the Ukraine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe linear texture on this Karol Karyś Gyuto 215mm was discovered on the streets of Kraków an example of Karol's passion for the brutalist design that is present in all of his knives. This piece has been produced by Karol to raise money to support Ukrainian children who have been affected or harmed as a result of the war in the Ukraine. All proceeds from the sale of this knife will be donated to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/voices.org.ua\/en\/\"\u003eVoices of Children Charitable Foundation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 215mm Gyuto features a differentially hardened (Honyaki) blade with a \"Linear\" textured hamon. The result is a stunning array of contrasting textures and shades of grey and black. Karol's Gyuto profile features an oversized honesuke style shape with a very large flat section extending from the heel about two thirds of the length of the blade before gradually curving up towards the tip. This profile will excel at chopping and slicing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade extends out of a bespoke burgundy and forest green dyed and stabilised maple handle, which is paired with a uniquely textured bolster, in this case it’s a brass bolster with a pitted texture, reminiscent of raw concrete and another example of the brutalist design that inspires these knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStunning to behold, the knife performs beautifully in every way. A very thin and perfectly convexed blade. Highly polished and perfectly finished. An undeniably beautiful knife for an undeniably good cause. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894022582410,"sku":"MC-126-902","price":9820.94,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto_210mm_125sc_Ukrain_-_Blade_3__89422.1647080493.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647447"},{"product_id":"made-by-karys-x-oblivion-blades-gyuto-240mm-ob-80crv2-textured-san-mai","title":"made by karyś X Oblivion Blades Gyuto 240mm OB 80crv2 Textured Go Mai","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePart of a collection produced in collaboration with Oblivion Blades and a handful of Europe’s finest bladesmiths. This 240mm Gyuto was crafted by Karol Karyś using a piece of Go Mai steel, which we commissioned from Jezz Heywood of Oblivion Blades. The resulting knife is an incredible piece of work from two of the worlds most adventurous artisan knife makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKarol Karyś, known for his brutalist architecture inspired knives, has out done himself with this one. Certainly, an allrounder rather than a workhorse or laser. The geometry features subtle convexing and a nice thin and sharp edge, while the edge profile consists of decent flat, about 30% of the blade, which then eases into a nice curve towards the k-tip. A stable, rigid blade the knife features a small amount of distal taper for added versatility. This 240mm gyuto is going to be comfortable working its way through tough produce like root vegetables as well as more delicate herbs, tomatoes, and fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe signature, brutalist elements like Karol’s pitted texture are present on the face of the blade at the spine, on the copper bolster and the butt of the ergonomic, facetted handle. Satin finished black paper micarta and copper pair beautiful with the blacked 80crv2 and nickel Go Mai steel from Oblivion blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA very unique and classy piece of work and a beautiful addition in an kitchen knife collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Collaboration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43474525094153,"sku":"MKMCOB240","price":1546.81,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto240mmOBSteel_Brass_Micarta-Blade.jpg?v=1754646957"},{"product_id":"made-by-karys-x-oblivion-blades-gyuto-230mm-ob-80crv2-textured-go-mai","title":"made by karyś X Oblivion Blades Gyuto 230mm OB 80crv2 Textured Go Mai","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePart of a collection produced in collaboration with Oblivion Blades and a handful of Europe’s finest bladesmiths. This 230mm Gyuto was crafted by Karol Karyś using a piece of Go Mai steel, which we commissioned from Jezz Heywood of Oblivion Blades. The resulting knife is an incredible piece of work from two of the worlds most adventurous artisan knife makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKarol Karyś, known for his brutalist architecture inspired knives, has out done himself with this one. Certainly, an allrounder rather than a workhorse or laser. The geometry features subtle convexing and a nice thin and sharp edge, while the edge profile consists of decent flat, about 30% of the blade, which then eases into a nice curve towards the k-tip. A stable, rigid blade the knife features a small amount of distal taper for added versatility. This 240mm gyuto is going to be comfortable working its way through tough produce like root vegetables as well as more delicate herbs, tomatoes, and fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe signature, brutalist elements like Karol’s pitted texture are present on the face of the blade at the spine, on the copper bolster and the butt of the ergonomic, facetted handle. Satin finished black paper micarta and copper pair beautiful with the blacked 80crv2 and nickel Go Mai steel from Oblivion blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA very unique and classy piece of work and a beautiful addition in an kitchen knife collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Collaboration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43605275083017,"sku":"MC-70-547","price":1546.81,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto230mmOBSteel_Copper_Micarta.jpg?v=1754645833"},{"product_id":"bunka-135mm-ob-go-mai-micarta-copper","title":"Bunka 135mm OB Go Mai Micarta \u0026 Copper","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKarol Karyś is a consistent innovator, unique designer, and extremely talented craftsman. Continuing with our Oblivion Blades collaboration, Karol has taken things in a new direction with this 135mm Bunka. The blade features a unique fluted “S” grind, giving the brutalist textures a pragmatic touch and adding purpose to the signature made by Karyś detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe blade features a nice subtle curve from heel to tip. The unique fluted “S” grind is very thin behind the razor-sharp edge. This fun little bunka would be great for light prep work and the perfect knife to set at the table with hard cheese, dried sausage, and cold drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCompleted with the classic made by Karyś facetted handle and textured copper bolster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Collaboration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43606799974665,"sku":"MC-70-548","price":1031.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Bunka135mmOBGoMai-64.jpg?v=1754645792"},{"product_id":"karol-karys-cleaver-180mm-by-80mm-spicy-white-maple-brass","title":"Cleaver 180mm by 85mm Spicy White, Maple \u0026 Brass","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKarol Karyś of made by Karyś produces some of the most unique culinary knives in the world. Absolutely performance first design, but with striking aesthetics that are inspired by brutalist architecture. His latest piece, this 180mm by 85mm Chinese cleaver features the fluted “S” grind texture. Aside from giving the knife some very cool looks, the textures also help to reduce the weight of the knife and with food release or reduced produce stickage. The phenomenon where food sticks the side of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePerformance wise the blade features some very decent geometry. Nicely tapered throughout with a beautifully thin and sharp cutting edge. The profile features a flat edge profile with a nice curve towards the nose for a little rock ability. It’s a very light weight and well-balanced cleaver with razor sharp and thin cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe stabilized maple and brass handle has been sculpted in Karol’s classic style and as with any of Karol’s work it’s a thoughtfully designed, and beautiful piece with excellent cutting performance to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43714813231369,"sku":"MCKKC180","price":1629.34,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Cleaver180mmSpicyWhite_Maple_Brass-4.jpg?v=1754645016"},{"product_id":"gyuto-180mm-125sc-honyaki-stabilized-karelian-birch-burl","title":"Gyuto 180mm 125SC Honyaki Stabilized Karelian Birch Burl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe is a raw, natural beauty to the knives that Karol Karyś produces. Like they have been produced by nature herself through erosion and the unyielding force of weather beating down for years upon years. The textures Karol imprints upon his knives are inspired by brutalist architecture and when combined with Honyaki the result is stunning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 180mm Gyuto features a variety of textures along the face of the blade that emphasis the hamon or temper line and provide a beautiful aesthetic. The blade profile is a nimble K-tip gyuto profile perfect for everyday slicing and dicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lovely textured blade is paired with a beautiful stabilized Karelian Birch burl, a true piece of nature’s artistry, which Karol has finished with a copper, textured bolster. Karol’s work is some of the most unique to come out of Europe and simply a pleasure to use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43843501654281,"sku":"MC-126-903","price":1154.58,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto180mm125SCHonyaki-25.jpg?v=1754644729"},{"product_id":"gyuto-240mm-mh-dammy-clad-apex-ultra","title":"Gyuto 240mm MH Go Mai Damascus, Nickel \u0026 Apex Ultra Core","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBack in September 2022 we visited artisan blacksmith Martin Huber in Austria and produced a beautiful GoMai billet together, an incredible Apex Ultra core clad in a dense Damascus with a nickel diffusion layer. The steel was enough to produce just two knives. We sent the steel to Karol Kary's in Poland who then produced this incredible 240mm Gyuto.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe knife features some next level work from both artisans, but Karol put hours into the texturing and engraving of the steel and handle creating an incredibly unique and truly beautiful piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn addition to the aesthetics of the blade the performance is something out of this world, with a ground and forged geometry inspired by the walkschliff. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe texturing means great food release, this thing will cut!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collaboration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44069012472073,"sku":"MC-70-550","price":2673.76,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto240mmDamascusCladApexUltra-55.jpg?v=1754644593"},{"product_id":"bunka-155mm-mh-go-mai-damascus-nickel-apex-ultra-core","title":"Bunka 155mm MH Go Mai Damascus, Nickel \u0026 Apex Ultra Core","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;\"\u003eBack in September 2022 we visited Martin Huber in Austria and produced a beautiful GoMai billet, an incredible Apex Ultra core clad in a dense Damascus with a nickel diffusion layer. The steel was enough to produce just two knives. We sent the steel to Karol Kary's in Poland and he has produced an absolutely beautiful \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moderncooking.com\/products\/gyuto-240mm-mh-dammy-clad-apex-ultra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGyuto\u003c\/a\u003e and this smaller Bunka.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;\"\u003eThe Bunka 155mm is a very classy, and nimble blade. With stunning, signature madebykary's features like his brutalist inspired textures and hand carved bolster and pommel. The handle is crafted in stabilized ancient bog oak and copper. The combination is edgy, dark and very cool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;\"\u003eCollaborations like this can produce some of the most exciting and unique works and this beautiful Bunka 155mm is absolutely no exception. Martin's steel designed for performance, but featuring the beautiful Damascus and the incredibly unique work of Karol Karyś result in what can only be described as unique, beautiful, stunning... \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collaboration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44069394383113,"sku":"MC-70-551","price":1460.76,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Bunka155mmDamascusCladApexUltra-1.jpg?v=1754644578"},{"product_id":"gyuto-240mm-sanmai-1-2419","title":"Gyuto 240mm SanMai \"Spicy White\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn house forged SanMai steel, mild steel over a 26C3 \"Spicy White\" core. Karol Karyś continues to impress, constantly improving his skills at the forge and developing new and unique brutalist inspired textures. Very few artisan blacksmiths have develop such an iconic style as Karol has.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade features a refined profile that comfortably passes through tough produce like root vegetables, while also working very well as a slicer for more delicate produce. Balanced perfectly on the makers mark, with a satisfying weight that give the knife an agile, nimble feel about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iconic made by karyś handle on this knife is shaped from a piece of ancient oak and paired with a signature textured brass bolster. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44339237617929,"sku":"MC-126-904","price":1889.91,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto240mmmadebyKarysSanMai-1.jpg?v=1754644118"},{"product_id":"karol-karys-kiritsuke-240mm-linear-1-2419-huberite","title":"Kiritsuke 240mm Linear 1.2419 Huberite","description":"\u003cp\u003eYes! That's a Huberite handle on a made by karyś Kiritsuke. A stunning resin creation from Austrian artisan Martin Huber. Karol has of course given it his signature profile and unique textured bolster and butt. Eroded by the sea or perhaps a little reminiscent of coral.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade features a linear hatched pattern on the spine side of the face. Geometry is Karol's Kiritsuke profile with lovely thin convex bevels. A sharp knife designed for push cuts, slicing, a perfect profile for service where the preparation tasks have been completed, but plating and garnishing remains and requires a deft hand and a sharp blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKarol Karyś continues to inspire with a seemingly never ending capacity for new creative ideas, tastefully delivered.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44356685005065,"sku":"MC-126-905","price":1669.56,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto240mmLineaCrossCarbonGyutoHuberite.jpg?v=1754644068"},{"product_id":"kiritsuke-240mm-linear-1-2419-micarta","title":"Gyuto 240mm Linear 1.2419 Micarta","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKarol Karyś continues to evolve his brutalist inspired designs with this luxurious 1.2419 forged blade with micarta and copper facetted handle. The blade features a proven profile and geometry that is always a joy to use, but a new edition is the linear cross hatch texture and bushed finish. This new texture and finish gives the blade a rather polished feel, at least in comparison to Karol’s previous work which often featured more rustic forge scale educed textures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe texture on the copper bolster and the butt of the micarta handle is reminiscent of the erosion that takes place by the sea or perhaps found on coral. A kind of beautiful, pitted texture. On the micarta the texture elements emerge from a luxurious matte texture that feels sensational in the hand and captures the light beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese recent releases from Karol shows the almost endless capacity for creativity that this artisan blacksmith possesses. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44356687167753,"sku":"MC-126-906","price":1669.56,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto240mmK-TipMicarta_Copper-117.jpg?v=1754644050"},{"product_id":"karys-x-adonis-gyuto-240mm-1-2419","title":"Karyś X Adonis Gyuto 240mm 1.2419","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne of a pair of knives created by two of Europe’s most talented artisan smiths, Antoine Kniamen of Adonis Forged Arts and Karol Karyś of made by karyś. In this collaboration the two artisan craftsmen have forged a blade each, but to make things interesting each knife has been completed by the opposite craftsman. The result is two extraordinary and unique kitchen knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese two makers are inspired by very different and unique styles. Karol Karyś is fascinated by textures and looks to brutalist architecture for inspiration giving his knives textures that often feel like they have been eroded by time and harsh weather. Antoine on the other hand is inspired by the renaissance, and traditional Japanese technique. So, his work often features straight lines and elegant curves paired with vibrant colours and classical features.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis blade features an assortment of Karol’s signature textures along the face of the blade, linear, pitted and brushed. The satin brushed finish reflects the light in a subtle, soft and cool way, which Antoine has pared with one of his classic rokkaku hanmaru handles with stainless, bushed hardware. Blue dyed and stabilised Ash with Van Gogh vibes feels perfectly pared with the way the brushed steel gently reflects light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA kind of ying and yang here, but this is not two separate and distinct things, these two artists have blended or complimented each other’s styles in a unique and cohesive way that feels perfect!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collaboration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44452900700425,"sku":"MC-70-554","price":1836.52,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/KarysXAdonisGyoto240mm-43_HDR.jpg?v=1754643761"},{"product_id":"adonis-x-karys-gyuto-220mm-1-2419-05","title":"Adonis X Karyś Gyuto 220mm 1.2419.05","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne of a pair of knives created by two of Europe’s most talented artisan smiths, Antoine Kniamen of Adonis Forged Arts and Karol Karyś of made by karyś. In this collaboration the two artisan craftsmen have forged a blade each, but to make things interesting each knife has been completed by the opposite craftsman. The result is two extraordinary and unique kitchen knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese two makers are inspired by very different and unique styles. Karol Karyś is fascinated by textures and looks to brutalist architecture for inspiration giving his knives textures that often feel like they have been eroded by time and harsh weather. Antoine on the other hand is inspired by the renaissance, and traditional Japanese technique. So, his work often features straight lines and elegant curves paired with vibrant colours and classical features.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSo, the result is an elegant blend of the two artists styles. The blade Antoine forged, in tungsten alloyed 1.2419.05 German steel, is very clean with silky smooth lines and a satin polished finish. The clean finish is an ironic wink at his collaborator who is well known for a rustic and weathered, brutalist style textured finish. But this is no simple piece of polished steel. The blade is a combination of Antoine’s two signature styles, his Kaze series with its hand forged bevels and his more contemporary creations. Performance wise you get an incredibly thin and sharp walkschliff ground blade with an outstanding cutting action on the board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKarol has given the blade one of his highly facetted and textured handles featuring elegant scroll style engravings on the brass bolster. The engravings are subtly placed amongst his signature brutalist textures, a tasteful nod to Antoine’s renaissance inspired style. The antique linen micarta is a thoughtful choice on Karol’s part also, giving the handle a look and feel that is complimentary and yet somehow still full of Karol’s identity and spirit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is one incredible piece, you can imagine the challenge of blending two style like this, which are so unique and different from one another. The two collaborators have managed to blend the styles in a very tasteful and beautiful way. A stunning one of kind piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collaboration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44452901159177,"sku":"MC-70-555","price":1836.52,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/AdonisXKarysGyuto220mmAntiqueMicarta_Brass.jpg?v=1754643743"},{"product_id":"gyuto-240mm-1-2419-bog-brass","title":"Gyuto 240mm 1.2419 Bog \u0026 Brass","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe forged linear cross hatch texture traverses the blade and continues into the brass bolster, but then, as if in collaboration with each other, nature almost duplicates the pattern in the figure of the bog oak handle. Stunning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thin and beautifully sharp edge with a delightful profile that is a pleasure to work with. Karol's geometry is a stable alrounder, reasonably thick at the spine, but thin and sharp at the edge. Comfortable for all day use and not afraid of tough root vegetables, yet capable of fine slicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKarol is artist in the truest sense, his work if thoughtfully designed with purpose and taste. Another beautiful piece from this Polish artisan blacksmith.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44493818495241,"sku":"MC-126-907","price":1673.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto240mmK-TipBogOak_Brass-58.jpg?v=1754643627"},{"product_id":"karol-karys-dsrt-nakiri-220mm-gomai","title":"\"DSRT\" Nakiri 200mm GoMai","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44551800127753,"sku":"MC-126-908","price":2915.37,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Nakiri_220mm_GoMai_Special_Edition_-_4.jpg?v=1754643437"},{"product_id":"nakiri-155mm-gomai-1-2419","title":"Nakiri 155mm GoMai 1.2419","description":"\u003cp\u003eKarol Karyś has been quietly working away on improving the geometry of his knives and it shows. His knives have always had very good cutting performance and are generally a pleasure to use, but In this latest release we are starting to see more tapered geometry, finer more precise bevels, and exceptional edge profiles and balance. This Nakiri will balance perfectly on the makers maker, features a lovely sharp edge and lovely consistent convex bevels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith in house forged 1.2419 core GoMai steel and a moody stabilised Maple Burl and Brass handle the knife is a tasteful, yet vibrant and contemporary piece. Naturally, you will still find signature brutalist inspired textural elements around the ricasso, bolster and butt of the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit and finish is unquestionably of the highest standard with a made by karyś knife. This Nakiri features lovely textures that are beautiful to behold and yet there is no unsightly gaps all the surfaces are smooth to the touch, and the bolster features museum fit joinery. An excellent piece from Karol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"made by karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44679417037065,"sku":"MC-126-909","price":1865.98,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Nakiri155mmGoMai_madeBykarys_1.jpg?v=1754642998"},{"product_id":"chef-knife-230mm-thrn-gomai-cast-aluminium-amethyst","title":"Chef Knife 230mm \"THRN\" GoMai Cast Aluminium \u0026 Amethyst","description":"\u003cp\u003eKarol Karyś has developed his reputation around a unique design style, but his knives have always featured very good cutting performance. This unique one-of-a-kind chef knife takes things to a new level though. A subtle radius at the edge results in a delightfully cutting action on the board. Its just smooth and easy with a tapered, convex geometry that will make short with of root vegetables, while the laser thin tip easily pierces and slices more delicate skinned produce. Beautifully balanced and nimble in the hand, yet satisfyingly weighted. This is certainly a performance piece, but…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLet’s get to the looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from a house laminated GoMai billet. At the core 1.2419 German tool steel, it’s a fantastic steel and holds a sensational edge. The cladding is a low layer Damascus with a nickel diffusion layer. Karol has etched the blade pitch black, and it is filled with dark contrasting layers blending into textural elements around the pinch point. The textures transition into the handle, and this is where Karol has really let himself go. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handle is an incredible piece of artistry and craftsmanship. We have seen milled aluminum handles in the past, but this is not so simply. The handle was cast on this piece. An exacting shape needed to be constructed to support the two thorns (THRN) or amethyst stones, which have been set into the butt of the handle. So, first a form was constructed with the two purple stones set in place. The aluminum was poured and cast. The two halves of the handle have been fixed in place with hidden pins. Karol has finished the knife with an assortment of thoughtfully placed and considered textures, which give the knife his signature look and feel, but this is certainly something of an exceptional piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is an irony to the knifes name THRN pronounced thorn! Yes it has thorny looks, but when gripped in a pinch the thorny stones sit well behind your hand and it’s a comfortable ergonomic and well balanced knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with many of the knives found in the Modern Cooking Auction section this is functional art or as we like to refer to it, epicurean art! This piece is a luxurious indulgence that is sure to bring you a sense of satisfaction and joy when you enter your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karol Karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44763438055689,"sku":"MC-95-683","price":1746.41,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto230mm_THRN_GoMaiCastAluminium_Amethyst3.jpg?v=1754642861"},{"product_id":"gyuto-205mm-sanmai-aluminium-micarta","title":"Gyuto 205mm SanMai Aluminium \u0026 Micarta","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrakow based maker Karol Karyś continues to push the limits with this K-tip Gyuto. The blade features a new forge tapered geometry, convex bevels and a walkschliff ground tip. Beautifully balanced, the blade feels light and nimble in the hand and yet the geometry gives the blade a sturdy and stable feel on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged SanMai the knife features many of Karol's signature, stylistic, features. Brutalist textures around the pinch point, on the aluminium bolster and the butt of the handle. The blade is dark etched giving the knife a high contrast look that pairs well with the Micarta and aluminium handle. Speaking of the handle it a classic Karyś facetted profile with his bead blasted texture overall. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKarol Karyś continues to push the limits stylistically, but this particular blade seems also make gains in terms of performance, taking his already exceptional cutting performance to new heights. This incredible work from Karol will certainly make for an exceptional everyday driver and a stunning centre piece for your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karol Karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44860609429769,"sku":"MC-95-684","price":2063.22,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto205mmSanMaiAluminium_Micarta.jpg?v=1754642489"},{"product_id":"parer-75mm-damascus-clad-apex-ultra","title":"Huber X Karyś Parer 75mm GoMai Damascus, Nickel \u0026 Apex Ultra","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis one is something special.\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBack in September 2022 we visited Martin Huber in Austria and produced a beautiful GoMai billet, an incredible Apex Ultra core clad in a dense Damascus with a nickel diffusion layer. The steel was enough to produce just two knives or so we thought. We sent the steel to Karol Kary's in Poland and he produced an absolutely beautiful\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/moderncooking.com\/products\/gyuto-240mm-mh-dammy-clad-apex-ultra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGyuto\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e and a\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moderncooking.com\/collections\/martin-huber\/products\/bunka-155mm-mh-go-mai-damascus-nickel-apex-ultra-core\"\u003e Bunka\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs it turns out there was a small piece of that steel left. As a chef there is two knives that are essential for most tasks. The Gyuto and a Paring knife. It maybe small but its usability is seemingly endless. Coring, scoring,\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epeeling, cleaning vegetables and in a pinch it can also be used to removing silver skin from meat. Likely you will find many other uses for this small, but extremely versatile utility knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKarol has give the blade an exceptionally sharp and fine geometry. Needle pointed and tapered, the scalpel like blade is very easy to handle and feels exceptionally comfortable in the hand. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe stunning GoMai steel is paired with an incredible stabilized Karelian Birch and aluminium grip. Signature textures and facets complete the exceptionally beautiful paring knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collaboration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45058275279113,"sku":"MC-70-558","price":1473.14,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Paringknife75mmDamascusCladApexUltra1.jpg?v=1754642331"},{"product_id":"gyuto-200mm-dammy-clad-apexultra-birch-brass","title":"Gyuto 200mm Dammy Clad ApexUltra, Birch \u0026 Brass","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA stunning, high-performance K-tipped Gyuto from Polish artisan bladesmith Karol Karyś. Aggressively tapered, the blade traverses from almost 5mm down to a needle like tip. Convex ground, the blade geometry is designed to divide material on all axis’s. Apex Ultra at the core mean the edge is super tough and will retain its edge for many hours, days, and months of reliable cutting. The edge profile is gently radiused for a smooth cutting action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAesthetically speaking this is a stunning piece of work. Karol continues to develop his style when it comes to laminated steels, merging his signature textures with more and more elaborate laminated patterns. A striking combination of pitted textures, contrasting black and silver hues with brass accents and the incredible organic figure in the Karelian Birch burl. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, Karol has updated his maker’s mark. Shrouded in mystery, he has chosen not to explain the new mark, but this blade is one of the first blades to have the new mark. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karol Karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45127307329801,"sku":"MC-95-685","price":2310.81,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto200mmDammyCladApexUltra_Birch_Brass.jpg?v=1754642241"},{"product_id":"karol-karys-gyuto-240mm-ob-steel-frett-go-mai","title":"Gyuto 240mm OB Steel \"FRETT\" Go Mai","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis incredible piece of work from Karol Karyś was commissioned by Modern Cooking on behalf of one of our customers. It was the first of this kind of creation by this legendary Polish artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe specification was simple, create a knife that represent you and your style, but make it EXTRA! Don’t hold back at all!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKarol Karyś’s designs are inspired by the brutalist architecture movement of the 1950s. The textures found on made by karyś knives are typically inspired by the examples of brutalism found in Karol’s hometown of Krakow, Poland. Brutalism is often characterised by minimalist constructions that showcase the bare building materials and structural elements over decorative design. The style commonly makes use of exposed, unpainted concrete or brick, angular geometric shapes, and a predominantly monochrome colour palette. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese raw materials often develop over time, naturally eroding and forming unique textures, which are obviously present in this piece. This naturally eroded or aged look is where this piece gets its name “FRETT”, like corroded, which somewhat describes the techniques used to give the knife its unique textures that were achieved with acid corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe blade has been forged from Oblivion Blades 80CRV2 Go Mai and hardened to approximately 62HRC. With premium convex geometry and an ergonomic Gyuto profile the knife, which is obviously leaning heavily in the direction of artistry, is a highly functional piece of culinary art, design to be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe k-tip profile suits Karol’s brutalist inspired designs with its more angular shape. The profile features a rather consistent spine thickness with a pointed tip. It’s a rigid blade with a comforting stability about it. With a blade hight of approximately 60mm there is plenty of hight to taper down to a razor-sharp edge. Ground convex the blade performs extremely well, and the profile feels very comfortable on the board. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe handle, equally impressive. The museum fit, tapered inset bolster is a very classy piece of work and truly brings the overall piece to another level. The handle itself is very comfortable in the hand with its bespoke, tapered Rokkaku Hanmaru shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall, an incredible piece of work from Karol Karyś, without question perfect fit an finish, incredible performance and amazing artistic flare!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: New, Never Used\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PRE-OWNED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45446616744201,"sku":"MC-111-832","price":3127.85,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto240mmOBSteel_FRETT_GoMai_2nd.jpg?v=1754641979"},{"product_id":"cleaver-180mm-800mm-apex-ultra-with-copper-and-wrought-iron-cladding","title":"Cleaver 180mm Apex Ultra with Copper \u0026 Wrought Iron Cladding","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterfully crafted tool designed for chefs and culinary enthusiasts who seek the pinnacle of performance and aesthetics. This cleaver, with its substantial 180mm edge length, is engineered to handle a wide range of kitchen tasks, from chopping large cuts of meat to finely dicing vegetables. The blade, constructed with a 5-layer (Go Mai) technique, features waves of copper, Karol’s brutalist-inspired textures impressed upon ancient wrought iron, and a contemporary high-performance S grind geometry. The blacked-out steel, rich with contrast against the copper cladding, is an incredible piece of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Apex Ultra steel, this cleaver boasts impressive toughness, superior edge retention, and sharpness. The spine, tapering from 3.6mm at the heel to 1.6mm near the tip, provides a robust backbone while maintaining a finely honed edge for precision cuts. The S grind enhances the blade's food release, allowing for effortless slicing through various food textures with minimal resistance. When cutting produce, this high-performance kitchen knife will retain the integrity of the food and therefore enhance its flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its substantial build, the cleaver's weight is only 293g, thanks to Karol’s exceptional work forging a fine taper onto the blade and the S grind, which removes mass. This results in reduced hand fatigue during prolonged use. The handle is a work of art, featuring a hidden tang construction made from stabilized Karelian Birch and accented with Karol’s signature textured bolster in copper. The aesthetics rest on a foundation of perfect balance, weight, and ergonomics. 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This sophisticated blade geometry balances strength with agility, while the convex bevels and ultra-thin, razor-sharp edge ensure precise, effortless cuts. The interplay of power and finesse is a hallmark of Karyś's work, offering a cutting experience that feels fluid and natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is crafted using a proprietary house-made composite steel, where an apex ultra steel core is encased in random-pattern Damascus cladding. This multi-layered construction not only enhances durability and sharpness but also creates a visually arresting finish. The blade undergoes an acid-etching process, drawing out the intricate Damascus pattern in rich contrasts of deep black, slate grey, and sharp white. This striking aesthetic is a deliberate nod to the raw, textural beauty found in brutalist architecture—a core inspiration behind Karol’s work. Just as brutalist structures reveal the raw essence of their materials, this knife exposes the raw artistry hidden within its layered steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is a tactile embodiment of Karol Karyś's brutalist design philosophy. Crafted from ivory Juma and brass, the handle features a textured surface that mirrors the rugged, unpolished elements often seen in brutalist buildings. Its ergonomic shape, a signature of Karyś's creations, fits naturally in the hand, offering exceptional control and comfort. Bold, functional, and undeniably striking, the handle complements the raw elegance of the blade. Together, the handle and blade form a harmonious whole—one that reflects the essence of brutalist architecture: honest, purposeful, and undeniably captivating.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karol Karyś","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48803950264585,"sku":"MC-95-687","price":3053.57,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto_250mm_Damascus_Clad_Apex_Ivory_Juma_and_Brass0098.jpg?v=1754641103"},{"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. 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