Gyuto and Nakiri with Ipe wood handles

A set of two kitchen knives with handles of Ipe wood. Ipe is a tough durable wood from the tropics that is highly rot resistant and typically used in outdoor decking. It makes for a nice kitchen knife handle. The handles are oval in cross section and are oiled but otherwise unfinished. An occasional recoating of oil will help to keep them looking new. The blades are of AEB-L stainless steel with a hammered finish. The Chef/Gyuto has a 7-1/2" (190mm) blade. The Nakiri has a 7-1/4" (184mm) blade with an S-grind (hourglass shape in cross section) The S-grind promotes food release from the side of the blade.