{"title":"Jerarmie Heywood","description":"\u003cp\u003eJerarmie Heywood, known to most as Jezz, has become one of the most well-respected figures in contemporary bladesmithing. Based in Newcastle, Australia, he runs both Oblivion Blades and Oblivion Steel, the latter supplying billets to a roster of well-known makers around the world. His path into the craft is one of pressure-tested learning: a scrapper and a hustler in the best sense, with an early understanding that real skill comes from doing the work, taking the risks, and refining under load. That ethos still drives every aspect of his output today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOblivion Blades are among the most recognisable knives being produced anywhere. Heywood has developed trademark qualities that ensure no two pieces are identical, and yet every blade reads unmistakably as his work. The design language is geometry-driven and performance-led, the result of years spent pushing both his forging and his own in-house steel development. Through Oblivion Steel, he produces unique billets that other respected makers now use under licence, and the OB stamp has become a quiet marker of provenance for those who know to look for it. Few makers operate at both ends of the supply chain this convincingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of maker and steel producer makes Heywood unusual — closer to a vertically integrated industrial workshop than a single-maker forge — and the depth of experience is audible in the knives. Edges are tuned, geometries are confident, and the blades feel like the product of someone who understands the material from ingot to edge. For Modern Cooking, bringing Oblivion Blades to Europe is a point of real pride. Heywood represents the best of contemporary Australian bladesmithing: a workshop-character maker with industrial-grade technical fluency, a genuine voice in steel, and a body of work that consistently delivers refined, cleanly resolved performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"oblivion-blades-170mm-nakiri-ob-wootz-with-composite-handle","title":"170mm Nakiri OB Wootz with Composite Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA combination of elements makes Wootz steel interesting when it comes to knife making. Firstly, is its association with the origins of Damascus steel. The truth is that nobody really knows where Damascus steel came from or how it was originally produced. Today when we refer to Damascus, we are most commonly referring to pattern wielded steel, the layered steel produced by wielding various soft and hard steels together.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWootz steel refers to crucible steel. It is made by melting a combination of elements in a crucible to form a small ingot of high carbon steel that is then forged and thermal cycled in a specific manner that leads to highly refined carbide bands that produce the final pattern when the steel is etched.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe high carbon content and the refined carbides can produce extremely tough steels that take very fine edges. The problem is that in most cases it is truly difficult to know the final content of a crucible steel and it is possible that the carbon content is much lower than often predicted.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJezz at Oblivion Blades has each of his ingots tested to know precisely how much of each element is contained within. This blade contains a very reasonable 1.6C 0.4W 0.35Cr, it’s a very decent piece of Wootz.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSo, with the technical stuff out of the way, a little about the blade itself.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirstly, for a Nakiri you might see the angled handle as a little unorthodox, but the angle is perfectly suited to the profile of the blade which tapers towards the nose of the knife. In use this geometry actually relieves tension in the wrist, and I believe would reduce fatigue over time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you know the origins of the Nakiri, it was first developed as an easy-to-use vegetable knife, mainly for the home. The knife was modelled on the Japanese Usuba, which is used for a particular cutting style called \u003cem\u003eKatsuramuki or \u003c\/em\u003eRotary Pealing a technique that involves holding a piece of vegetable in one hand and peeling away a thin layer by rotating the vegetable against the blade while moving the knife in a subtle, up and down motion. In my limited experience with this technique I believe the angled design would make this process a little easier.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blade is very thin at the edge, about 0.2mm, and remains fairly thin for about 1cm above the edge, giving the knife a razor like property that is perfect for vegetable prep. The knife is nicely balance for a pinch grip and the balance point sits precisely on the Oblivion Blades, makers mark.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrucible steel or Wootz is a very labour-intensive steel to produce and to find a premium kitchen knife of this standard in such a unique high carbon steel is an absolute rarity. Jezz is a very talented knife maker and steel producer, and the combination is proving to result in some amazing kitchen knives. This is absolutely no exception. A great 170mm Nakiri, in an amazing, tough steel and with a tonne of style!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oblivion Blades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894019010698,"sku":"MC-108-811","price":1552.7,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Oblivion_Blades_170mm_Nakiri_OB_Wootz_with_Composite_Handle_-_Blade_21__45966.1639150777.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647850"},{"product_id":"copy-of-oblivion-blades-240mm-gyuto-120-layer-damascus-ironwood-handle","title":"240mm Gyuto 120 Layer Damascus Ironwood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to an Oblivion Blades kitchen knife it can only be said that the profiles that Jezz forges are unique, creative designs. Were it counts, performance is an absolute priority. If you are not familiar with Jezz’s professional history, let me just say that he is uniquely suited to knife making.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJezz has experience as a professional chef and as a machinist, welder and fabricator. A lethal combination when it comes to knife making.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis 240mm Gyuto is forged in 120 alternating layers of 1084 \u0026amp; 15n20 and features some very nice curves. The blade is on the lighter side where weight is concerned, but its no laser. You could only describe it as that perfect balance between workhorse and laser. Nice and thin behind the edge, reasonably thick at the spine above the heel, but tapered to a needle point at the tip. \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs I pointed out already, the profile is a unique one. In terms of the cutting experience there is a nice flat section before that aggressive angle towards the tip. It’s a very enjoyable, functional cutting action. Totally, performance first!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe handles on an Oblivion Blade are the very definition of Wabi Sabi, ugly beautiful. This handle feels amazing in the hand. The finish on the Ironwood is a beautifully smooth matte that just feels great. The chamfered flats on the top and bottom make pivoting the blade in your hand a breeze.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOverall, a very cool looking, nimble, high-performance kitchen knife.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oblivion Blades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40894020386954,"sku":"MC-108-812","price":2192.03,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Oblivion_Blades_Gyuto_240mm_120_layer_Damascus_Ironwood_-_Blade__84004.1639152547.1280.1280__43963.1639383985.1280.1280.jpg?v=1754647841"},{"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":"oblivion-blades-gyuto-215mm-low-layer-damascus-as-w1","title":"Gyuto 215mm Low Layer Damascus Aogami Super \u0026 W1","description":"\u003cp\u003eJerarmie Heywood aka Jezz of Oblivion Blades produces some of the most unique kitchen tools on the face of the planet. One part precision kitchen cutting tool, one part handcrafted zombie killer. These knives are 100% unique and handcrafted from the ground up and include materials like the OB black resin composite and steels that are exclusive to Jezz's knives and mostly produced in-house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA super hard 65HRC Damascus made up of Aogami Super and White #1 steel forms the blade on this piece. Hard, tough and with great edge resistance you are unlikely to come across a better performing Damascus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn experienced professional chef, Jezz knows what makes up a great cutting tool. A classic gyuto profile on this one, a kitchen allrounder with a lovely thin convex bevel and razor-sharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light weight tapered black resin composite handle balances the blade perfectly and feels very comfortable in the hand. A unique touch of texture around the neck, an exposed pine dowel and a copper and nickel fastening nut give the handle some subtle accents that complete the contemporary design nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique high-performance steel, incredible cutting performance, a distinctive, comfortable grip and an absolutely singular overall design that is completely unparalleled and exceptionally cool.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oblivion Blades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43598473724169,"sku":"MC-108-813","price":1963.69,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Gyuto215mmLowLayerDamascusAogamiSuper_W1-13.jpg?v=1754645943"},{"product_id":"oblivion-blades-nakiri-185mm-x-62mm-heavy-weight-as-a2-super-dammy-with-spotted-gum-grip","title":"Nakiri 185mm x 62mm AS\/A2 Super Dammy with Spotted Gum Grip","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you blended the razor thin cutting edge of a Japanese Nakiri with the satisfying heft of a Chinese cleaver, added a little more height than is traditionally found on a Nakiri and packaged it all up with some very cool Oblivion Blades style and some of Jezz’s super dammy steel, this knife is what you would have created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIconic from the word go and an amazing performer on the board. The added weight feels so satisfying and yet this thing will cut translucent slices without breaking a sweat. Thin where it counts, the OB super dammy, a blend of Aogami Super and Aogami #2 hardened to 65HRC, takes an amazingly sharp edge, and is tough!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJezz is a professionally trained chef and knows what makes a great culinary knife. The edge profile features a nice amount of flat for the chop, chop, chop and a touch of curve for the rock, rock, rock. At 185mm you also have a good amount of blade length for slicing if required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMoving away from the edge, the profile takes some inspiration from a classic cleaver and with the signature OB tapered, round handle in Australian native spotted gum the knife has an instant classic feel about. Certainly, a high performance knife with an epically cool, vintage look about it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oblivion Blades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43600341598473,"sku":"MC-108-814","price":1689.7,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Nakiri185mmx62mmHeavyinAS-A2SuperDammywithSpottedGumGrip-27_HDR.jpg?v=1754645903"},{"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":"utility-160mm-700-layer-damascus-ob-composite-brass","title":"Utility 160mm 700 layer Damascus OB Composite \u0026 Brass","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRepresentative in every way this 160mm Utility is about as OB as it gets. 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The textured OB composite handle perfect those surgical movements pivoting blade around between the thumb and fingers. 41mm blade height gives you plenty of knuckle clearance and the 160mm blade length makes this knife perfect for light slicing and chopping work or an ideal knife at the dining table with a block of cheese, dried meats, or other snacks and a cold drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCompleting the knife is a signature OB black resin, composite handle with detailed texturing, which increases in density towards the blade providing the user with a tactile surface helping to index the fingers. The handle is finished with a brass finial and exposed dowel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oblivion Blades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43606793650441,"sku":"MC-108-815","price":1461.36,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Utility160mm700layerDamascus-7.jpg?v=1754645811"},{"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":"nakiri-170mm-cru-core-gomai-0-95c-copper-15n20-cladding","title":"Nakiri 170mm Cru-Core GoMai (0.95C) Copper \u0026 15N20 Cladding","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom Australian blacksmith Jazz Heywood aka Oblivion Blades a 170mm Nakiri. \u003cspan\u003eConstantly, pushing the boundaries, creating some of the most iconic and unique kitchen knives around. All of Jezz's blades feature his own, in house laminated steel. This one features his very own \"CruCore\" steel at the core. The steel is a crucible steel with a measured carbon content of .95 (C). Layered up in a GoMai construction with copper and 15n20 cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle, a textured OB \u003c\/span\u003ecomposite with exposed pine and copper fittings. The blade comes with a leather sheath with \"Laminated\" branding imprint. Yet another example of Jazz's incredibly unique and innovative work. As always the this kitchen knife features a very premium fit and finish and a high performance convex grind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully thin and sharp at the edge and with fantastic balance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oblivion Blades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44070769819913,"sku":"MC-108-816","price":1787.41,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/products\/Nakiri170mmCru-CoreCuMai_0.95C_Copper_15N20Cladding-2.jpg?v=1754644534"},{"product_id":"k-tip-gyuto-230mm-gomai-aogami-super-core","title":"K-Tip Gyuto 230mm GoMai Aogami Super Core","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnother piece from Downunder, this time from Jezz Heywood of Oblivion Blades. Its all about the GoMai at the moment, forged in premium Aogami Super and clad in quarry iron and nickel. 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