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    Large Chef Knife

    Regular Price $185.00
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    Large Chef Knife Specs

    Overall Length 14 in
    Blade Length 8 in
    Handle Length 6 in
    Steel Type X50CrMoV15
    Blade Thickness .080 in
    Tang Full
    Rockwell Hardness 55-57
    Weight 7.8 oz.

    Large Chef Knife Breakdown

    Who's this knife for?

    The Large Chef Knife is for the home cook, wild game processor, and outdoor kitchen enthusiast who wants a handcrafted chef knife that feels nothing like what you pull off a store rack. Whether you're breaking down an elk backstrap, dicing vegetables for camp stew, or slicing through a venison roast, the 8 inch blade gives you the length and weight to handle large cuts of meat and high-volume prep work with control. If you process your own wild game and want a kitchen knife built with the same craftsmanship as your hunting knives, this completes the set. From field to table, one kitchen.

    Blade specs and steel

    X50CrMoV15 stainless steel, hardened to 55-57 HRC. X50CrMoV15 is a high-chromium German steel that delivers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance for a kitchen blade that sees constant moisture, acidic foods, and heavy daily use. Blade length is 8 inches with an overall knife length of 14 inches. Handle length is 6 inches. Weighs 7.8 oz, giving you enough weight behind the blade to rock through dense root vegetables and thick cuts of meat without forcing the cut. Full tang construction for balance and durability.

    Handle material and grip

    The large chef comes in Corian® handle options, which is food safe and a durable handle material. Available in multiple handle options. Each handle is hand-fitted and contoured for a comfortable pinch grip or full wrap grip depending on your cutting style. The extended 6 inch handle accommodates larger hands and provides room to adjust grip position for different tasks, from fine mincing to heavy chopping. Hand assembled in Rapid River, Michigan.

    What's in the box?

    Large chef knife and care instructions. Designed for countertop storage in a knife block, magnetic strip, or blade guard. Custom laser engraving is available for logos or personalized text.

    Care and maintenance

    RRK knives are built for hard use in the field, shop, kitchen, and everyday carry. To keep your knife performing at its best, proper care and routine maintenance are recommended.

    After each use, hand wash the knife with soap and warm water, then dry it completely. Do NOT place your knife in the dishwasher. Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil or knife-specific blade oil after cleaning to help protect the blade and maintain the finish, especially for knives used in the kitchen or around moisture and acidic foods.

    Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture, saltwater, blood, or acidic materials, and never leave the knife stored wet or dirty. For long-term storage, keep the knife in a cool, dry location and avoid storing it inside a leather sheath for extended periods.

    To maintain the edge, use a leather strop or carbide sharpener between full sharpenings. Avoid power grinders or excessive heat during sharpening, as overheating can damage the blade’s heat treatment and edge retention.

    Rapid River Knifeworks offers free sharpening and polishing for the life of every RRK knife. Simply ship the knife in and the team will restore the factory edge and finish. Customer is responsible for return shipping.

    Shipping and delivery

    Orders are typically processed and shipped within 3–4 business days. Due to the handcrafted nature of RRK knives, custom laser engraving requests, and seasonal order volume, processing times may vary.

    Once your order ships, you will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking information. Shipping protection is available for purchase at checkout for added protection against lost or damaged packages during transit.

    There is also an option at checkout to pick up your order in-store at no charge if you plan to be in the area. Once your order is ready, the RRK team will contact you so your knife is ready and waiting when you arrive.

    If you have questions about your order status, please contact the RRK team through the contact page.

    FREE SHARPENING & POLISHING FOR LIFE


    Every knife that leaves Rapid River Knifeworks is backed for life. Ship your blade back to us anytime and we'll sharpen it to factory edge, polish it up, and send it back to you. No charge, no expiration, no questions. We built it, we stand behind it. The only thing you cover is return shipping. That's not a limited warranty with fine print. That's a handshake from the people who made your knife.

    PERSONALIZE YOUR KNIFE Custom Laser Engraving


    Make it yours. We offer in-house custom laser engraving on any blade. Add a name, a date, a logo, a company brand, a memorial, an anniversary, or anything that makes this knife mean something beyond the edge. Engraved knives make standout corporate gifts, retirement awards, groomsmen presents, and milestone keepsakes. If it matters enough to put on a blade, we'll put it on a blade.