For over 10 years, New West KnifeWorks and owner Corey Milligan have created these distinctive knives. I have to be honest I have seen them in magazines previously but just sort of whipped by them... need to get out more maybe. My loss. Need to get some color in my life. These Fusionwood handles are created from hardwood logged in Vermont.
The blades are made of US Steel and cut ground and finished by the Lamson and Goodnow Company, America's oldest cutlery manufacturer, in nearby Shelburne Falls, MA. That 1800s factory is now run completely on hydro power generated on site, making this a very "green" knife.
The example above is a Mini Chopper; 3.4" blade with an 8" overall length, aka the cheese cleaver.
They are also running a competition via facebook to win a 4 piece knife set - link. Not bad. Thanks guys.
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Well, I can say I am loving the layered handle, The colours look brilliant. Brings some life to they typical knife for sure.
Well, I can say I am loving the layered handle, The colours look brilliant. Brings some life to they typical knife for sure.
Wow, those are hot. Handles have a very Haroshi feel to them. Might be time to finally get rid of the Bed Bath & Beyond specials and step up to a real knife. And is it weird that I'm pretty stoked on their spatula as well?
Usually I tend towards a more classic Sabatier style knife, but gotta say I'm loving those handles.
@elgato - i need a slotted spatula... good call.
The heavy dose of info on the site is a nice touch -- sharpening and forged vs. stamped I found helpful.
their pairing knife looks interesting.
The Cocobolo Paring Knife would be my pick. The big chef's knives look sweet but I've already got a trusty workhorse in my kitchen.
@dali if you win you can pick that one instead. J
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I like the knife's style and shape. Not too hot about the colored handle. Wood grain doesn't need embellishing.
Cheers,
mjking
This college kid could use a great knife for prepping camp food. Looks like this could be a beautiful starting point to my kit, particularly since I'm trying to emphasize Made in the USA.
So nice, would make great wedding gift.I've passed by that factory in Shelburne Falls :) Cool place.
Nothing make cooking more enjoyable that using the right tool. This knife is the right tool.
The colored handles are amazing as well as the block knife holder. Would love to add one of these to the collection.
Love the full tang and the mini-chopper looks like a great shape.
@jeff full tang essential.
These are gorgeous.
If the balance and feel is even close to their look this is one hell of a knife.
I bet these knives are as nice to hold as they are to look at.
Cool, who can't use a good new knife.
So good looking! Makes me want to cook more.
That wood grain is just plain sexy. Love the Santoku.
The colors are amazing; did you see the knife blocks? Geez.
Totally love it, and need to add some color to my chromed out knife magnet!!
Ok, I really like the slotted spatula, am I weird?
Absolutely beautiful woodgrain and blade. Drool!
Stunning handles and very nice blade profiles. I'm liking them a lot.
Met him at a craft fair when he first started and picked up several- been using them for...well, must be a decade now. They're gorgeous but those bold colors fade fast, I must say. Quite comfortable and balanced. They don't stay sharp for long, but I like having purchased them from the maker.
@18miles I believe the blades were made in Japan previously - great pedigree for sure - but now US Steel from Lansom and sharpness touted. You are a great test case though. Thx
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