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Theater Knife Style 5.25" Heavy Cleaver Carbon Steel Paper Micarta 1940s-60s

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Handmade theater knife style (knives named for being made in the theater of war, typically in the metal shops of battleships in the Pacific in WW2) heavy butcher cleaver with carbon steel blade, steel bolsters and pins, and mid-century brick red paper micarta. 

Micarta was commonly used on theater knives, as it was an available material used especially for airplane parts in WWII. Similar to today's Richlite, paper micarta is made with plastic resins and paper pulp. 



About This Knife

Butchery Knife

Built for tough butchery work.

Light Butchery OK

Safe for use around bones.

Carbon Steel

Reactive blade.

Tough Edge

Durable edge grind.

Ambidextrous

Suitable for all users.

Listed Length:
Total Length:
Edge Length: 5.25"
Heel Height: 2 7/8"
Spine Thickness: 1/4"
Weight:
Orientation:

Blade Type:
Steel Type: Vintage Carbon
Steel Hardness (HRC): 52-54?
Reactive: More Attention
Handle Type:
Handle Material:

  • This is a reactive carbon steel knife.
  • Hand wash and towel dry after use. Do not air dry or place in the dishwasher.
  • Expect oxidation (color change, staining, spotting) with use.
  • Prolonged exposure to moisture or food debris will cause rust; remove any rust with a light abrasive.
  • Use only on a quality wooden cutting board.
  • Do not use on hard surfaces like bamboo or plates.
  • Don't twist or scrape the edge on the cutting surface to avoid early dulling and edge damage.

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