Description
To hold over one pound of bladesmith Niko Nicolaides’ extraordinary ball-bearings damascus in hand is to experience a sensation few tools can deliver. A rare cleaver in his signature style where technical mastery meets workhorse geometry and bold, sculptural beauty, the Jade Ball Bearings Cleaver showcases two radically distinct interpretations of Niko’s well-loved metallic creations. Upset-forged large bearings and powdered steel form the dramatic blade, while the handle bolsters employ a different orientation and smaller bearings for a finer, more intricate pattern. The forge-finished flats, proudly marked by their hand-hammered origins, stand in striking contrast to the multi-tonal, polished surfaces throughout. Thin and razor-sharp at the edge, the bevels swell gently to provide the strength and mass needed to move through nearly anything with ease. More robust than a classic Chinese cleaver yet slimmer and more versatile than a classic meat cleaver, this one-of-a-kind tool glides through vegetables, chops brisket, and butterflies poultry with speed and authority. For comfort and control, the beautifully patterned damascus bolsters flow into a tapering, octagonal jade G10 handle capped with a ring of black G10—a commanding finish to an already remarkable creation.
