Q: What handle materials work with this blank?
Any wood works for the scales, provided the pair together measures 1/2" to 5/8" thick, and two 1/4" scales are recommended.
81D3210 - 8 3/8" Chef’s Knife Blank
Since 1957, Grohmann has been crafting high-grade knives in Pictou, Nova Scotia. With this full-tang blade blank, you can make a custom chef’s knife. Supplied with basic instructions for mounting the handle scales, it lets you create a one-of-a-kind knife that is both practical and attractive.
Made of German high-carbon stainless steel (Rc54-56), the 7/64" thick blank measures 13 1/4" overall with an 8 3/8" cutting edge. It comes with four brass rivets (including one spare) that can fasten handles scales made of the wood of your choice (available separately) measuring 1/2" to 5/8" in total thickness (two 1/4" thick handle scales recommended). 4mm and 6mm drill bits required.
This blank is also offered as part of a set of four assorted blanks (along with santoku, bread and carving knife blanks).
Any wood works for the scales, provided the pair together measures 1/2" to 5/8" thick, and two 1/4" scales are recommended.
You need 4mm and 6mm drill bits to fit the handle scales.
The blade is made from German high-carbon stainless steel hardened to Rc54-56.
The Grohmann 8 3/8" chef's knife blank measures 13 1/4" overall by 7/64" thick, with an 8 3/8" cutting edge.
Yes, it is also offered as part of a set of four assorted Grohmann kitchen knife blanks.
| Materials | German high-carbon stainless steel (Rc54-56) |
| Dimensions | 13 1/4" long overall × 7/64" thick; 8 3/8" cutting edge |
| Compatibility Dimensions | Accepts handle scales 1/2" to 5/8" total thickness |
| Includes | Chef's knife blank; four brass rivets |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Grohmann 8 3/8" Chef’s Knife Blank
Since 1957, Grohmann has been crafting high-grade knives in Pictou, Nova Scotia. With this full-tang blade blank, you can make a custom chef’s knife. Supplied with basic instructions for mounting the handle scales, it lets you create a one-of-a-kind knife that is both practical and attractive.
Made of German high-carbon stainless steel (Rc54-56), the 7/64" thick blank measures 13 1/4" overall with an 8 3/8" cutting edge. It comes with four brass rivets (including one spare) that can fasten handles scales made of the wood of your choice (available separately) measuring 1/2" to 5/8" in total thickness (two 1/4" thick handle scales recommended). 4mm and 6mm drill bits required.
This blank is also offered as part of a set of four assorted blanks (along with santoku, bread and carving knife blanks).
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