Precision, Balance, Performance.
Hand-forged chef knives and gyutos engineered for the discerning culinary artist. Experience effortless cutting and perfect control with a blade crafted to extend your culinary ambition.
Explore Our Chef Knives
Chef Knife vs. Gyuto: Find Your Fit
The Western Workhorse: Chef Knife
The classic German/French profile, robust and versatile. Ideal for the rocking motion chopping herbs, dicing vegetables, and breaking down proteins. Its curved belly excels at heavy-duty work, offering durability and a familiar feel for many culinary tasks.
The Japanese All-Rounder: Gyuto
Originating from Japan, the Gyuto boasts a flatter profile and a thinner blade. It excels at delicate slicing, precise dicing, and mincing, offering exceptional versatility for chefs who demand refined control over every cut. A true multi-purpose workhorse.
| Characteristic | Chef Knife | Gyuto Knife |
|---|---|---|
| Blade Profile | Curved belly for rocking cuts | Flatter profile for push cuts |
| Blade Thickness | Thicker, more robust | Thinner, more agile |
| Primary Use | Chopping, breaking down larger items | Slicing, dicing, precision mincing |
| Edge Retention | Very good, durable | Excellent, takes a razor edge |
Engineered for Culinary Excellence
Perfectly Balanced
Our knives are meticulously balanced at the bolster for a comfortable, agile pinch grip, significantly reducing fatigue during even the longest prep sessions. Feel the precision in your hand.
High-Performance Carbon Steel
We primarily forge blades from high-carbon steels, renowned for their superior ability to attain and maintain a screamingly sharp edge. For an unparalleled cutting experience. Learn more about our steel.
Ergonomic Handle Design
Every handle is custom-shaped from a variety of beautiful, durable woods and stabilized materials, precisely tailored to fit your hand for ultimate comfort and control.
Tapered Distal Grind
Our blades feature a meticulous distal taper, expertly ground thinner towards the tip for nimble detail work, all while maintaining superior strength and rigidity at the heel for robust performance.
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From a Professional's Perspective
"I've used knives from all the big names, and nothing compares to the feel and performance of my custom gyuto from Charles. It’s an extension of my arm. The edge retention is simply phenomenal, and it makes my long shifts so much easier."
Create Your Signature Kitchen Blade
Your culinary vision deserves a tool crafted precisely to your specifications. Collaborate with Charles L Dunlap to design a chef knife that truly reflects your style and enhances your cooking.
1. Choose Your Blade Style
Whether it's a nimble Gyuto, a robust Chef knife, or a specialized Santoku, select the profile that suits your culinary technique.
2. Select Your Steel
Opt for the classic edge retention of high-carbon steel or the timeless beauty and unique patterns of Damascus, forged from multiple layers.
3. Personalize Your Handle
From exotic hardwoods to modern composites, choose the material, shape, and finish that offers perfect ergonomics and aesthetic harmony.