Cocobolo Damascus Chef's Knife

Some kitchen knives are simply tools.

Others become the knife you reach for every single day.

Handcrafted by Jeff Loehr, this custom chef's knife was designed to combine the performance expected from a working kitchen knife with the warmth and character of handcrafted artistry. Every material was selected not only for its function, but for the way it complements the others.

The 7.25-inch Damascus steel blade showcases flowing layered patterns that are unique to every knife. Its generous 1⅞-inch blade height provides excellent knuckle clearance while preparing vegetables, herbs, meats, and other ingredients, making it equally comfortable for detailed slicing or larger kitchen tasks.

The handle is where this knife truly becomes one of a kind.

Rich cocobolo hardwood forms the primary grip, revealing dramatically different grain patterns and colors on each side. One face displays deep reddish-brown tones, while the opposite side features lighter natural coloring, making the knife visually unique from every angle.

Separating the brass bolster from the cocobolo is a striking accent of hybrid maple infused with copper-colored resin. This subtle detail creates a beautiful transition between metal and wood while adding another layer of handcrafted character to the piece.

Thoughtfully sculpted finger contours and thumb indexing along the spine allow the knife to settle naturally into the hand, providing comfort and control whether using a traditional grip or a pinch grip for precision cutting.

Brass fittings, brass pins, and red and white liners complete the design, adding understated elegance without distracting from the beauty of the natural materials.

Built to perform in the kitchen and crafted to be admired for generations, this chef's knife is equally at home preparing an evening meal or becoming a treasured heirloom passed from one cook to the next.

Specifications

• Handcrafted by Jeff Loehr
• Damascus Steel Chef's Knife
• Overall Length: 12 Inches
• Blade Length: 7.25 Inches
• Blade Width: 1⅞ Inches
• Cocobolo Hardwood Handle
• Hybrid Maple & Copper Resin Accent
• Brass Bolster
• Brass End Cap
• Brass Pins
• Red & White Fiber Liners
• Sculpted Thumb Rest and Finger Contours
• One-of-a-Kind Construction

Maker's Note

"A good chef's knife should feel like an extension of your hand. I wanted this one to balance naturally, work comfortably through long prep sessions, and still have the kind of craftsmanship that makes you smile every time you pick it up. Every piece of wood has its own personality, and this cocobolo gave me something special to work with."

— Jeff Loehr, Bladesmith