{"product_id":"chromaforge-embercrest-handmade-damascus-kitchen-cleaver-acrylic-handle","title":"Chromaforge Embercrest Handmade Damascus Kitchen Cleaver – Acrylic Handle","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChromaforge Embercrest™ Handmade Damascus Kitchen Cleaver – Acrylic Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChromaforge Embercrest™ Handmade Damascus Kitchen Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings together traditional patterned Damascus steel and a vibrant multicolour acrylic art handle. Its compact cleaver-style blade, handcrafted construction, and distinctive finish make it an appealing choice for kitchen knife enthusiasts and customers who appreciate artisan cutlery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 inches overall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this limited-edition kitchen cleaver features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5-inch blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a substantial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 mm thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The blade is made from pattern-welded 1095 and 15N20 Damascus steel, while the colourful acrylic handle gives the knife a contemporary appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fitted cowhide leather sheath is included for protective blade coverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade 1095 \u0026amp; 15N20 Damascus Steel Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Chromaforge Embercrest™ features a hand-forged Damascus blade created by pattern welding \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1095 carbon steel and 15N20 nickel-containing steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis layered construction produces the contrasting patterns associated with traditional Damascus knives. Each blade's visible pattern contributes to its handcrafted character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5-inch cutting blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a compact alternative to larger kitchen cleavers, while the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 mm blade thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e creates a substantial profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to the original supplier, the blade is hardened to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55–58 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Cutting performance also depends on edge geometry, heat treatment, sharpening, and maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a detailed explanation of steel types, read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/blogs\/news\/1095-vs-d2-vs-damascus-steel\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1095 vs D2 vs Damascus Steel Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulticolour Acrylic Art Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emulticolour acrylic art handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the most distinctive features of the Chromaforge Embercrest™.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts decorative colour pattern creates a striking contrast with the layered Damascus blade, giving the knife a contemporary appearance without losing its traditional forged-steel character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic is a manufactured handle material, not natural walnut, rosewood, or bone. The surface should be cleaned gently and kept away from excessive heat and harsh chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a Damascus kitchen cleaver featuring a traditional wood-based handle, compare the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/timbercrest-forgehaven-damascus-kitchen-cleaver\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimbercrest Forgehaven™ Damascus Kitchen Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact Cleaver for Everyday Kitchen Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10-inch overall length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Chromaforge Embercrest™ is suited to general kitchen food preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts cleaver-style blade can be used for tasks such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChopping fresh vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparing herbs and greens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlicing boneless meat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCutting everyday cooking ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparing ingredients on a suitable kitchen cutting board\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe manufacturer does not specify a hard-bone chopping rating, so avoid chopping hard bones or frozen ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you prefer a larger Damascus cutting blade, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/stormdrop-forgeveil-352-layer-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStormdrop Forgeveil™ 352-Layer Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited-Edition Handmade Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Chromaforge Embercrest™ is based on a supplier-designated limited-edition kitchen cleaver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of patterned steel and a multicolour acrylic handle makes it a distinctive addition to a kitchen knife collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe limited-edition designation comes from the original supplier and does not imply a verified numbered production run.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor another decorative acrylic-handle option, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/prismforge-mosaiccrest-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrismforge Mosaiccrest™ Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCowhide Leather Sheath Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fitted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecowhide leather sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e accompanies this handmade Damascus kitchen cleaver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheath covers the blade during handling and transportation. The supplier describes its custom-fitted leather sheaths as featuring a vertical-carry belt loop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean and dry the knife thoroughly before placing it inside the sheath. For long-term storage, keep the blade in a dry environment rather than leaving it inside moisture-retaining leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChromaforge Embercrest™ Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chromaforge Embercrest™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade Damascus Kitchen Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1095 \u0026amp; 15N20 Pattern-Welded Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 55–58 HRC (Supplier-Stated)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Multicolour Acrylic Art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheath Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cowhide Leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade, Pattern-Welded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Limited Edition (Supplier Designation)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Woodsman Forge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus Kitchen Cleaver Care Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo preserve the patterned blade and acrylic handle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-wash with mild soap and water after food preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry the blade and handle immediately after cleaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a light coating of food-safe mineral oil to the blade when appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid dishwashers, prolonged soaking, and abrasive cleaning products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore in a clean, dry environment, preferably outside the leather sheath for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper care helps maintain the Damascus finish and decorative handle appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat steel is used in the Chromaforge Embercrest™?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is made from pattern-welded 1095 and 15N20 Damascus steel. The supplier states a hardness of 55–58 HRC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the multicolour handle made from natural wood?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The handle is made from multicolour acrylic art material rather than natural wood or bone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan this handmade Damascus kitchen cleaver be used for daily cooking?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its compact cleaver-style blade is intended for general kitchen tasks such as chopping vegetables, preparing herbs, and slicing boneless ingredients. It is not specifically rated for hard-bone chopping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore More Woodsman Forge Cleaver Knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/collections\/cleaver-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoodsman Forge Cleaver Knives Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for handmade Damascus, carbon steel, and Serbian-style kitchen knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a classic walnut wood handle, discover the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/walnutforge-hearthwarden-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnutforge Hearthwarden™ Handmade Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can also compare the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/rainforge-emberstone-raindrop-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRainforge Emberstone™ Raindrop Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a different patterned Damascus blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a plain carbon steel alternative, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/ironwood-hearthforge-1095-carbon-steel-cleaver\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIronwood Hearthforge™ 1095 Carbon Steel Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOODSMAN FORGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67887913533664,"sku":"sku-52661460402392","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0299\/files\/damascus-cleaver-red-black-handle-ranch-woodsman-forge-01.jpg?v=1791813356","url":"https:\/\/scy-dist.com\/products\/chromaforge-embercrest-handmade-damascus-kitchen-cleaver-acrylic-handle","provider":"SCY-Dist.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}