{"product_id":"stag-handle-chef-knife","title":"Stag Handle Chef Knife with Polished Steel Bolster and Hand Forged Layered Blade","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA chef knife that feels heel-heavy gives you real control during rocking cuts, but only if the balance is genuinely dialed in. This chef knife pairs an 8-inch hand-forged layered blade with a polished steel bolster and stag antler scales, weighted for exactly that kind of control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is hand forged from layered steel, offering both a distinctive pattern and a genuinely sharp working edge suited to slicing, dicing, and general kitchen prep. A polished steel bolster sits at the base of the blade, adding weight toward the heel for controlled rocking motions during chopping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is shaped from natural stag antler scales, set with a brass mosaic pin and steel pins that secure the handle firmly to the tang. This combination brings a distinctive, traditional material into a genuinely modern kitchen tool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife's heel-weighted balance makes it comfortable through long prep sessions. If you want a similarly bolster-forward build sized for field use instead of the kitchen, our\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/products\/contoured-bone-skinner\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContoured Bone Handle Skinner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e takes the same bolster approach to a compact hunting knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures as Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHand-forged layered blade \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides a genuinely sharp working edge with a distinctive forged pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePolished steel bolster \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds weight toward the heel for controlled rocking during chopping motions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNatural stag antler scales \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a distinctive, traditional material into a genuinely modern kitchen tool\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBrass mosaic pin and steel pins \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecure the handle firmly to the tang for long-term durability\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFull-tang construction \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGives the knife the balance and durability needed for daily kitchen use\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"201\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"398\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-forged layered steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural stag antler with brass mosaic pin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished steel bolster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-tang chef knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage Scenarios\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis chef knife is built for daily kitchen tasks, from slicing and dicing to general food prep, where its heel-weighted balance genuinely helps during rocking cuts. Its stag handle and forged blade also make it a strong gift for home cooks and professional chefs who appreciate distinctive materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrust Signals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach blade is hand forged individually, so the layered pattern and antler grain on your knife will carry small, natural variation. We ship with tracking and back every order with a return window for damaged items.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Now\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd this stag handle chef knife to your kitchen today while stock is available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this knife dishwasher safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo, hand wash and dry it promptly after use to protect the high-carbon steel from rust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the bolster affect balance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bolster adds weight near the heel of the blade, which helps the knife pivot naturally during rocking cuts common in chef knife technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs stag antler practical for a kitchen knife handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, antler is dense and durable, though like any natural handle material it should be kept dry and cleaned promptly after use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this knife suited for professional kitchen use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, its balanced full-tang construction and sharp forged edge make it a genuine daily-use tool for both home and professional cooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I maintain the blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash and dry it after each use and apply a light coat of mineral oil, since kitchen moisture can accelerate rust on carbon steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Divine Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52832634011935,"sku":null,"price":222.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/2106\/9599\/files\/2AC6262C-AA89-4F7D-91DF-B73232895D71.jpg?v=1788158755","url":"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/products\/stag-handle-chef-knife","provider":"Divine Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}