{"title":"MCx Oel × Kamon","description":"\u003cp\u003eKamon's blades, Märtens' takedown handles. The MCx Oel × Kamon line.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gyuto-230mm-takedown-by-benjamin-kamon-oliver-martens","title":"Gyuto 250mm Takedown By Benjamin Kamon \u0026 Oliver Märtens","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 250mm Gyuto, a commissioned masterpiece from the MCX design studio, is a collaboration of artistry and precision by Benjamin Kamon and Oliver Märtens. Forged in Austria by the renowned blacksmith Kamon, the blade boasts his signature “Denty” texture and striking “Blackout” etch. Crafted from 1.2519 high-carbon tungsten-alloyed steel, this blade offers unparalleled toughness, edge retention, and ease of sharpening. The steel's natural alloy banding forms a damascus-like pattern, which the etching beautifully highlights, adding a visual flourish to its formidable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gyuto’s blade design reflects Benjamin Kamon’s latest innovation: the Short Neck Gyuto profile. With a straight heel and a compact neck, it provides ample space for an ergonomic pinch grip, making it exceptionally comfortable and balanced in hand. The blade’s gentle, sweeping radius from heel to its needle-like tip ensures precision and fluidity on the cutting board. An aggressive taper from 6mm at the spine to under 1mm at the tip, coupled with consistently thin, razor-sharp bevels, ensures ultimate versatility. This all-around geometry excels in tasks ranging from fine herb chopping to tackling dense root vegetables, marking it as a pinnacle of cutting efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle, designed by Oliver Märtens, complements the blade with timeless elegance and practical genius. Featuring stabilized bog oak and brass, its classic octagonal shape is ergonomic and sophisticated. Märtens’ signature takedown handle design not only enhances functionality but ensures high consistency in craftsmanship. The seamless synergy between Kamon’s exceptional blade and Märtens’ innovative handle results in a high-performance tool of rare beauty and utility. With only 10 pieces crafted for Modern Cooking’s MCX design studio, this limited-edition Gyuto is more than a knife—it’s a testament to the art of European knife-making and a future heirloom for the fortunate few.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MCX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48992226607369,"sku":"MC-101-737","price":3218.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/KamonXOelEd_1.jpg?v=1754640944"},{"product_id":"gyuto-250mm-takedown-by-benjamin-kamon-oliver-martens-gen2","title":"Gyuto 250mm Takedown By Benjamin Kamon \u0026 Oliver Märtens Gen2","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis limited-edition Gyuto represents a rare union of precision, material understanding, and collaborative intent. Hand-forged by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenjamin Kamon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the blade captures his instantly recognisable design language — a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eclassic Gyuto profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003edefined by a gently tapered edge, a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eshort-neck heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and a 56 mm blade height that flows into a fine, versatile tip. The \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elow, consistent grind\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewalked-out geometry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e result in a cutting feel that is both fluid and assertive, moving through ingredients with minimal resistance and excellent food release. Forged in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1.2519 tungsten-alloy carbon steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the blade features Kamon’s \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eiconic kurouchi (KU) finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewave texture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e — visual and tactile hallmarks of his craft, expressing both the natural strength of the material and the disciplined refinement of the maker’s hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eComplementing the blade, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOliver Märtens\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e has crafted a handle that reflects Bauhaus precision and functional clarity. A five-piece construction of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAustralian ringed gidgee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGriptec\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ealuminium\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, it merges tactile practicality with sculptural elegance. The \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGriptec\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a composite of resin, rubber, and fibreglass, along with the gidgee, were \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esourced by the MCx Design Studio\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e specifically for this project, chosen for durability, balance, and texture. Each handle is bead-blasted to enhance the grain and create a subtle, non-slip surface. Märtens’ unique \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efaceted geometry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, with its winged swell and tapered transitions, ensures comfort and control, while his ingenious \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etakedown internal mechanism\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e allows simple disassembly for maintenance — a deceptively simple innovation born from rigorous engineering and aesthetic restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis collaboration stands as a testament to what can be achieved when visionary craftspeople are supported by the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMCx Design Studio’s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e approach to material sourcing, concept development, and interdisciplinary design. Rather than overshadowing the artisans, MCx provides the framework through which their talents converge. 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