The Scout - 6" Petty Chef Knife

6" Petty chef knife - The swiss army knife of the kitchen, these chef knives are as useful as they are beautiful. Whether you're an aspiring home cook or a seasoned professional, these bespoke chef knives are sure to be a go to companion in your kitchen. A slightly shorter blade than the 8" Chief chef knife, the petty chef is nimble and capable able to handle any task from small to large. Inspired by the indomitable spirit of the Midwest, these knives are hand crafted from repurposed materials that have spent decades and oftentimes generations working hard on Kansas and Missouri farms. The blades are handmade from 52100 high carbon steel . This steel provides a durable razor sharp edge and retains the unique patterns of the file on the blade and spine to remind us of their origins. The scales are hand crafted from a number of repurposed materials. From bois d’arc (commonly known as Hedge or Osage orange) to whiskey barrels. Accenting the wood, you can choose to include thermally stabilized ash, G10 liners in a number of colors and mosaic pins to compliment the standard brass hardware. In addition to being a sure fire conversation starter, the carbon steel blades on these knives will develop a patina over time making them uniquely yours and telling the story of your kitchen and your cooking.