It’s been years since I’ve released any cleavers - after becoming the knife maker who only made cleavers (thanks Garden & Gun!), I had to take a little break. Named after the witch flag that my grandmother “Great-Great” would fly in her kitchen when she didn't want to be bothered by her four children, you can use this hefty blade for breaking down large cuts, frozen food, woody stems or use it like Great-Great used her witch flag and simply hang it in plain sight when you need a little peace and quiet. Hand forged with a heavily textured finish that contrasts with the satin polish of the bone breaking convex edge. Traditionally punched hole for hanging.

• size: 8 1/8” blade / 14 3/8” overall / 3 1/4” heel

• average 961 grams (yes, 2.12 lbs!)

• blade: salvaged 2016 Toyota Tacoma leaf spring, machine finish

• handle: stabilized spalted maple (Asheville, NC), copper

• 2014 Garden & Gun Made in the South Awards