Heartwood Forge Sale - February 6, 2023

1. Echo Chef I

I’ve always enjoyed the simple purity of forging a piece of 2000 degree steel into a full tang chefs knife using a hammer and anvil. Ideas evolve and present themselves with each hammer blow. What becomes can only exist as a result of hundreds, if not, thousands of last minute micro-decisions. Forged from layers of contrasting high carbon steel, known as damascus by many, the forging process created this echo pattern unique to this knife alone. The full tapered tang imparts a well balanced yet stout and timeless feel.

• size: 6 5/8 ” blade / 11 1/2” overall

• weight: 148 grams

• blade: Echo pattern welded high carbon steel

• handle: Mossy Maple (North Carolina) / Ironwood (Arizona)

• $1550

2. Echo Stardust Chef II

I’ve always enjoyed the simple purity of forging a piece of 2000 degree steel into a full tang chefs knife using a hammer and anvil. Ideas evolve and present themselves with each hammer blow. What becomes can only exist as a result of hundreds, if not, thousands of last minute micro-decisions. Forged from layers of contrasting high carbon steel, known as damascus by many, the forging process created this echo pattern unique to this knife alone. The full tapered tang imparts a well balanced yet stout and timeless feel. Stardust fade pins.

• size: 6 7/8” blade / 11 3/4” overall

• weight: 152 grams

• blade: Echo pattern welded high carbon steel

• handle: African Blackwood (clarinet factory offcut, Paris, France)

• $1625

3. Echo Stardust Chef III

I’ve always enjoyed the simple purity of forging a piece of 2000 degree steel into a full tang chefs knife using a hammer and anvil. Ideas evolve and present themselves with each hammer blow. What becomes can only exist as a result of hundreds, if not, thousands of last minute micro-decisions. Forged from layers of contrasting high carbon steel, known as damascus by many, the forging process created this echo pattern unique to this knife alone. The full tapered tang imparts a well balanced yet stout and timeless feel. Stardust fade pins.

• size: 6 3/4” blade / 11 1/2” overall

• weight: 164 grams

• blade: Echo pattern welded high carbon steel

• handle: African Blackwood (clarinet factory offcut, Paris, France)

• $1625

4. Echo Chef IV

I’ve always enjoyed the simple purity of forging a piece of 2000 degree steel into a full tang chefs knife using a hammer and anvil. Ideas evolve and present themselves with each hammer blow. What becomes can only exist as a result of hundreds, if not, thousands of last minute micro-decisions. Forged from layers of contrasting high carbon steel, known as damascus by many, the forging process created this echo pattern unique to this knife alone. The full tapered tang imparts a well balanced yet stout and timeless feel. Three pins represent the past, present and future.

• size: 6 1/2” blade / 11 1/8” overall

• weight: 128 grams

• blade: Echo pattern welded high carbon steel

• handle: African Blackwood (clarinet factory off cut, Paris, France)

• $1550

5. Highlands Topo Chef

I’ve always enjoyed the simple purity of forging a piece of 2000 degree steel into a chefs knife using only a hammer and anvil. Ideas, shapes and lines evolve and present themselves with each hammer blow. What becomes can only exist as a result of hundreds, if not, thousands of last minute micro-decision. The knives I make each season remind me as much of the process as they do the experiences beyond the doors of my shop. The topographic series not only marks a point in time, but also a place, the beautiful & vast southern Appalachian landscape, where we’ve made our home. The full tapered tang imparts a well balanced yet stout and timeless feel.

• size: 7 1/2” blade /12 3/8” overall

• weight: 182 grams

• blade: topographic pattern welded high carbon steel

• handle: Maple Burl (Asheville, NC)

• $1750

6. Highlands Topo Chef II

I’ve always enjoyed the simple purity of forging a piece of 2000 degree steel into a chefs knife using only a hammer and anvil. Ideas, shapes and lines evolve and present themselves with each hammer blow. What becomes can only exist as a result of hundreds, if not, thousands of last minute micro-decision. The knives I make each season remind me as much of the process as they do the experiences beyond the doors of my shop. The topographic series not only marks a point in time, but also a place, the beautiful & vast southern Appalachian landscape, where we’ve made our home. The full tapered tang imparts a well balanced yet stout and timeless feel.

• size: 7 1/2” blade /12 1/4” overall

• weight: 160 grams

• blade: topographic pattern welded high carbon steel

• handle: pruning from 2000 year old Roman olive tree / African Blackwood (clarinet factory off cut, Paris, France)

• $1850

7. Nolichucky Chef

I’ve always enjoyed the simple purity of forging a piece of 2000 degree steel into a chefs knife using only a hammer and anvil. Ideas, shapes and lines evolve and present themselves with each hammer blow. What becomes can only exist as a result of hundreds, if not, thousands of last minute micro-decisions. Forged from countless layers of contrasting high carbon steel, known as damascus by many, the forging process created this unique flowing pattern inspired by the Nolichucky River. Handle is sculpted from stabilized 100+ year old heart pine from our recent kitchen renovatio & the full tapered tang imparts a well balanced yet stout and timeless feel.

• size: 8” blade / 12 7/8” overall

• weight: 190 grams

• blade: linear flow pattern welded high carbon steel

• handle: century+ old reclaimed heart Pine (Jonesborough, TN)

• $1900

8. Cascade Sujihiki / Slicer

I recently made a set for Chef Charlie McKenna in Chicago and one of the blades was a shorter than normal sujihiki and I absolutely loved its feel and functionality. So I made another. The full tapered tang imparts a well balanced yet stout and timeless feel. Forged from bold layers of contrasting high carbon steel, known as damascus by many, the forging process created this unique flowing pattern inspired by the peaceful and beautiful cascades we love to stop and rest at on one of our favorite hikes near Roan Mountain, TN. Handle size is small/medium.

• size: 8 1/8” blade / 13 1/8” overall

• weight: 134 grams

• blade: cascade pattern welded high carbon steel

• handle: Stabilized Spalted Maple & Blue Smoke Maple (Asheville, NC)

• $1500

9. Tennessee Toothpick

I forged this blade years ago and wasn’t ready to finish it until recently. It’s the perfect addition to your pocket, bag or glovebox. Forged from pattern welded high carbon steel and etched deep for a beautiful texture before being polished for a bright finish. Leather non-carry sheath by Bud Siniard in Watkinsville, GA.

• size: 2 1/2” blade / 6” overall

• weight: 38 grams

• blade: pattern welded high carbon steel

• handle: stabilized Koa (Hawaii)

• $725

10. Bunka

This hybrid style blade was forged using one of my favorite techniques, san mai, which translates loosely from Japanese as “three flat things.” Laminated with love by hand in my shop. Just under 6”, this blade features a versatile, slightly convex grind that is thin behind the edge and easy to maintain. The full tang bolster imparts a stout feel while the majority hidden tang adds to the comfort, appeal and ease of maintenance while shedding weight. Extra deep blade and larger handle make this a real workhorse of a smaller blade. Handle fitment suited for large hand size.

• size: 5 5/8” blade / 11 1/8” overall

• weight: 176 grams

• blade: 416 stainless steel / 26C3 high carbon steel

• handle: Cherry burl (Athens, GA) / African Blackwood (clarinet off cut, Paris, France)

• $1450

11. Santoku

This hybrid style blade was forged using one of my favorite techniques, san mai, which translates loosely from Japanese as “three flat things.” Laminated with love by hand in my shop. Just over 6”, this blade features a versatile, slightly convex grind that is thin behind the edge and easy to maintain. The full tang bolster imparts a stout feel while the majority hidden tang adds to the comfort, appeal and ease of maintenance while shedding weight. Extra deep blade and larger handle make this a real workhorse of a smaller blade.

• size: 6 1/8” blade / 11 1/8” overall

• weight: 152 grams

• blade: 416 stainless steel / 26C3 high carbon steel

• handle: Cherry burl (Athens, GA) / Spalted Maple (Asheville, NC)

• $1425

12. Origin K-tip

Highlighting the beauty of salvaged materials is always a goal of mine and this material is quickly becoming a favorite to create and work with in my shop. Bourbon barrel straps are cut and layered with nickel and then fused together before being laminated to high carbon steel. The working edge is a high performance steel while this knife gets it looks from labor intensive recycled cladding. This 5 3/4 k-tip blade features a versatile, slightly convex grind that is thin behind the edge and easy to maintain. The full tang bolster imparts a stout feel while the majority hidden tang adds to the comfort and ease of maintenance while shedding weight.

• size: 5 3/4” blade / 10 1/2” overall

• weight: 138 grams

• blade: bourbon barrel strap (Willett Distillery, Bardstown, KY), pure nickel and 26C3 high carbon steel (imported)

• handle: spalted maple (Asheville, NC) / blue smoke maple (Asheville, NC)

• $1580

14. Origin Santo-Gyuto

Highlighting the beauty of salvaged materials is always a goal of mine and this material is quickly becoming a favorite to create and work with in my shop. Bourbon barrel straps are cut and layered with nickel and then fused together before being laminated to high carbon steel. The working edge is a high performance steel while this knife gets it looks from labor intensive recycled cladding. This versatile 6 3/4” blade features a highly functional, slightly convex grind that is thin behind the edge and easy to maintain. The full tang bolster imparts a stout feel while the majority hidden tang adds to the comfort and ease of maintenance while shedding weight.

• size: 6 3/4” blade / 11 3/4” overall

• weight: 162 grams

• blade: bourbon barrel strap (Willett Distillery, Bardstown, KY), pure nickel and 26C3 high carbon steel (imported)

• handle: pruning from 2000 year old Roman olive tree / Cherry

• $1870

15. Origin Nakiri

Highlighting the beauty of salvaged materials is always a goal of mine. Bourbon barrel strap are cut and layered with nickel and then fused together before being laminated to high carbon steel. The working edge is a high performance steel while this knife gets it looks from labor intensive recycled cladding. The 6 3/8” nakiri style blade features a versatile, slightly convex grind that is thin behind the edge and easy to maintain. The full tang bolster imparts a stout feel while the majority hidden tang adds to the comfort and ease of maintenance while shedding weight.

• size: 6 3/8” blade / 11 3/8” overall

• weight: 200 grams

• blade: bourbon barrel strap (Willett Distillery, Bardstown, KY), pure nickel and 26C3 high carbon steel (imported)

• handle: spalted maple (Asheville, NC) / Blackwood (clarinet factory, Paris, France)

• $2100

16. Origin Kitchen Chopper / Chinese Cleaver

Highlighting the beauty of salvaged materials is always a goal of mine. Bourbon barrel strap are cut and layered with nickel and then fused together before being laminated to high carbon steel. The working edge is a high performance steel while this knife gets it looks from labor intensive recycled cladding. The 6 3/8” nakiri style blade features a versatile, slightly convex grind that is thin behind the edge and easy to maintain. The full tang bolster imparts a stout feel while the majority hidden tang adds to the comfort and ease of maintenance while shedding weight.

• size: 6 7/8” blade / 12 1/8” overall

• weight: 236 grams

• blade: bourbon barrel strap (Willett Distillery, Bardstown, KY), pure nickel and 26C3 high carbon steel (imported)

• handle: Ironwood (Arizona) / Mossy Maple (Asheville, NC) / spacer

• $2000

17. Classic Pratique I - Balance

I designed this kitchen utility knife year after making many “granny” style paring knives. Inspired by an antique French paring knife I came across, I wanted to make a more versatile blade that still had a small footprint, I love the ratio of handle to blade. On my shop note pad, this one is called “KOTY” - Knife Of The Year - because I think every kitchen needs at least one of these. Makes a great steak knife too, so grab a few of them. The un-tapered full tang gives this knife a stout, reliable presence. Textured spine.

• size: 5 3/8” blade / 9 1/2” overall

• weight: 72 grams

• blade: cold forged classic 10-series high carbon steel

• handle: spalted maple (Asheville, NC) / Koa (Hawaii)

• $585

18. Classic Pratique II - Rhythm

I designed this kitchen utility knife year after making many “granny” style paring knives. Inspired by an antique French paring knife I came across, I wanted to make a more versatile blade that still had a small footprint, I love the ratio of handle to blade. On my shop note pad, this one is called “KOTY” - Knife Of The Year - because I think every kitchen needs at least one of these. Makes a great steak knife too, so grab a few of them. The un-tapered full tang gives this knife a stout, reliable presence. Textured spine.

• size: 5 1/8” blade / 9 1/8” overall

• weight: 72 grams

• blade: cold forged classic 10-series high carbon steel

• handle: Koa (Hawaii)

• $550

19. Classic Pratique III - Harmony

I designed this kitchen utility knife year after making many “granny” style paring knives. Inspired by an antique French paring knife I came across, I wanted to make a more versatile blade that still had a small footprint, I love the ratio of handle to blade. On my shop note pad, this one is called “KOTY” - Knife Of The Year - because I think every kitchen needs at least one of these. Makes a great steak knife too, so grab a few of them. The un-tapered full tang gives this knife a stout, reliable presence. Textured spine.

• size: 5 1/4” blade / 9 3/8” overall

• weight: 70 grams

• blade: cold forged classic 10-series high carbon steel

• handle: Oak Burl (Atlanta, GA stormfall) / Spalted maple (Asheville, NC)

• $585

28. Granny IV

I designed this after finding an old antique fork with a simple bone handle. I loved the handle shape and size so much and started there, designing the blade to fit the handle. On the porch slicing or in the garden for harvest, make your own pouch and carry it with you. Its small stature make this parer more versatile than may first meet the eye. The stout full tang gives each knife a reliable presence.

• size: 3 1/2” blade / 7” overall

• weight: 50 grams

• blade: cold forged classic 10-series high carbon steel

• handle: laminated burlap micarta, reconstituted turquoise

• $375

29. Colorbomb I

I designed this after finding an old antique fork with a simple bone handle. I loved the handle shape and size so much and started there, designing the blade to fit the handle. Last winter a friend asked for a bright colorful-handled knife for her mom and I started making these. Turns out, I like playing with color once in a while, especially when it’s dark and dreary out. Brighten your kitchen, brighten your life. On the porch slicing or in the garden for harvest, make your own pouch and carry it with you. Its small stature make this parer more versatile than may first meet the eye. The stout full tang gives each knife a reliable presence.

• size: 3” blade / 6 3/4” overall

• weight: 50 grams

• blade: cold forged classic 10-series high carbon steel

• handle: laminated burlap micarta

• $375

30. Colorbomb II

I designed this after finding an old antique fork with a simple bone handle. I loved the handle shape and size so much and started there, designing the blade to fit the handle. Last winter a friend asked for a bright colorful-handled knife for her mom and I started making these. Turns out, I like playing with color once in a while, especially when it’s dark and dreary out. Brighten your kitchen, brighten your life. On the porch slicing or in the garden for harvest, make your own pouch and carry it with you. Its small stature make this parer more versatile than may first meet the eye. The stout full tang gives each knife a reliable presence.

• size: 3 5/8” blade / 7” overall

• weight: 46 grams

• blade: cold forged classic 10-series high carbon steel

• handle: laminated burlap micarta

• $375

31. Colorbomb III

I designed this after finding an old antique fork with a simple bone handle. I loved the handle shape and size so much and started there, designing the blade to fit the handle. Last winter a friend asked for a bright colorful-handled knife for her mom and I started making these. Turns out, I like playing with color once in a while, especially when it’s dark and dreary out. Brighten your kitchen, brighten your life. On the porch slicing or in the garden for harvest, make your own pouch and carry it with you. Its small stature make this parer more versatile than may first meet the eye. The stout full tang gives each knife a reliable presence.

• size: 3 5/8” blade / 7 1/8” overall

• weight: 46 grams

• blade: cold forged classic 10-series high carbon steel

• handle: laminated burlap micarta

• $375

32. Colorbomb IV

I designed this after finding an old antique fork with a simple bone handle. I loved the handle shape and size so much and started there, designing the blade to fit the handle. Last winter a friend asked for a bright colorful-handled knife for her mom and I started making these. Turns out, I like playing with color once in a while, especially when it’s dark and dreary out. Brighten your kitchen, brighten your life. On the porch slicing or in the garden for harvest, make your own pouch and carry it with you. Its small stature make this parer more versatile than may first meet the eye. The stout full tang gives each knife a reliable presence.

• size: 3 3/8” blade / 7” overall

• weight: 44 grams

• blade: cold forged classic 10-series high carbon steel

• handle: laminated burlap micarta

• $375