Lazarus

Sale price $176.00 NZD Regular price $220.00

5 reviews

Back for Black Friday. Lazarus is the long one, a Kiritsuke built for slicing fish and carving meat off the bone.

Lazarus has been off the site for a while and it's back for Black Friday. It's a Kiritsuke, the traditional Japanese all-rounder, and at 210mm it gives you noticeably more blade than Ezekiel to work with.
The edge runs straight, so it goes down through eggplant, cucumber and courgette in one motion instead of rocking. The blade is thin and the whole knife is only 140 grams, which is light for something this long, and that's exactly what you want on a long cut of meat. Slice a side of salmon or carve a leg of lamb and you'll feel the difference the length makes. It's the knife to have at the BBQ when there's meat to take off the bone.
Beaten carbon steel finish and our own handle, so it's a good looking thing to have on the bench rather than something that hides in the block.

Blade Length:

210mm

Total Length:

390mm

Blade Width:

50mm

Knife Weight:

140grams

Handcrafted in Vietnam

Care Instructions

Dry your knife after each use to prevent rust. Oil the carbon steel using a food grade mineral oil. Avoid soaking & never put it in the dishwasher. For full care tips, visit: Knife Care Guide →

Steel Details

Made with high-carbon steel, heat-treated for a hard, sharp edge. Builds character over time and rewards simple care with a knife that keeps getting better.

About Our Hammered Knives

Every Blade Is Unique

One strike at a time, by hand. Which is why the pattern on your blade exists exactly once, and catches the light differently to every other knife we've made.

Those dimples earn their place too. They break the suction between the steel and whatever you're cutting, so potato and cucumber fall away instead of stacking up on the blade.

Carbon steel doesn't sit still. Blues and browns come up across the hammered face over the first few months as the patina builds. Most knives look their best on the shelf. These look their best after a year in your kitchen.

How Each Knife Is Crafted

Forged Carbon Steel

Every knife starts as a bar of high carbon steel, its roughly shaped then heated in a coal forge and shaped under a power hammer by hand. No CNC, no laser cutting. Each blade is forged individually.

Heat-Treated for Performance

Each blade is differentially heat-treated to bring out the best in the steel. The edge is hardened for sharpness and retention, while the spine stays softer so it flexes under pressure instead of snapping.

Handcrafted Handle

Each handle is carved from black ebony, a dense, tight-grained wood that works back to a near-black finish. A brass bolster sits between blade and handle, adding weight up front and balance in the hand. Hand planed smooth, sealed with shellac, and glued to the tang as one solid piece.

Sharpened by Hand

Every blade is hand-ground to form the edge, then refined on a whetstone for a polished, clean cut. Ready to use straight out of the box.

Common Questions

What Is Carbon Steel?

Carbon steel is a type of metal made mostly from iron and a small amount of carbon. That carbon makes the steel harder, which means it can be sharpened to a very fine edge and stay sharp for longer. It's not stainless, so it can rust if left wet. With simple care, it lasts a long time and cuts really well. That’s why carbon steel is often used in high-quality knives.

How Do I Care For It?

Hand wash, dry straight away, don't put it in the dishwasher. If you're not using it for a while, a light coat of oil keeps it happy. More Here

Where is it made?

Like all our knives, it's hand crafted in Vietnam by a skilled blacksmith.We documented the full process here.

What's The Dark Finish On The Blade?

It's forge scale and its called a kurouchi finish in traditional knife making. A natural layer that forms when the blade is heated during heat treatment. It's not a coating, it won't chip off, and it helps reduce food sticking to the blade.

What Type Of Wood Is The Handle?

Padauk. Padauk is a strong hardwood known for its rich colour and toughness. It has a natural reddish tone that darkens beautifully over time. Because it’s dense and durable, Padauk makes a great knife handle. It holds up to everyday use, feels solid in your hand, and looks better the more you use it. It’s a mix of strength, beauty, and comfort.

How Does Your 2 Year Warranty Work?

Our 2-year warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship. It excludes rust or damage from neglect. Claims are inspected case-by-case, and replacements are issued if the product is genuinely faulty.

How Does Your 7 day Risk Free Trial Work?

Any knife you buy, you can try for 7 days. If it’s not for you, return it (in original condition and packaging) at your cost for a full refund. Online orders only. Read The conditions here

Can I Engrave The Knife?

Yes! We can engrave a name, message or logo on your knife. Just select the knife you would like with Then hit '+ Add Personal Engraving' or just add the knife then add "Premium Engraving" To your cart as well with the details.