Providing sharpening service, repairs, handle upgrades, stone sales, and more / Creating Japanese Inspired Kitchen Knives with an American Twist Sun, 17 May 2026 00:12:16 +0000 Sun, 17 May 2026 00:12:16 +0000 The Kitchen Knife Fora https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/forums/japaneseknifesharpening-dave-martell-knives.23/ Tue, 22 Sep 2020 21:40:22 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/vintage-forgecraft-refurb-rehandle.7013/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/vintage-forgecraft-refurb-rehandle.7013/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell
I managed to make it all look pretty good but could not get all of the rust pitting removed from the bevels so this one has clear evidence of a prior life.

The owner asked...

Vintage Forgecraft Refurb & Rehandle]]> 6 Sun, 20 Sep 2020 02:18:51 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/rehandle-gallery.328/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/rehandle-gallery.328/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell
















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Rehandle Gallery]]> 179 Sat, 22 Aug 2020 17:03:38 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/martell-knives-gallery.325/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/martell-knives-gallery.325/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell




]]> 257 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 00:12:34 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/k-s-handle-install.6886/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/k-s-handle-install.6886/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell knivesandstones.us along with his knife, to have me perform the handle exchange/upgrade. The handle is made from ebony, has a blond buffalo horn ferrule, and is K&S' "heart shaped" configuration. And what a nice handle it is too, great feel in the handle, with good sizing and perfectly matched with this particular knife.

James at...

K&S Handle Install]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2020 23:27:12 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/covid-19-martell-knives.6549/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/covid-19-martell-knives.6549/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell

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For knifemaking, handle work, major repairs/mods I'm limiting (for the foreseeable future) what I'll accept so that I don't get ahead of myself. I'm concerned that I won't be able to get supplies in as usual but currently this...

Covid-19 & Martell Knives]]> 1 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 19:09:15 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/selling-through-retailers.4824/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/selling-through-retailers.4824/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell Martell Knives through retailers instead of only through myself.

This is being done to increase my exposure, bring in a more steady revenue stream, limit the amount of communication I do, be able to make more high end knives, and increase the volume of product being produced overall.


I can already see the benefit to this method...

Selling through Retailers]]> 23 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 16:54:34 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-300mm-sujihiki-top-of-the-line.6358/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-300mm-sujihiki-top-of-the-line.6358/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell 300mm Wa Sujihiki in 52100 - Summit Collection!

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This knife is made to our Summit Collection standards!

To purchase> See...

For Sale - 300mm Sujihiki - top of the line!]]> 7 Tue, 21 Jan 2020 02:33:50 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/wip-makeover-1968-puma-hunter.4715/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/wip-makeover-1968-puma-hunter.4715/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell
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This knife belongs to the forum owner Jim. He's asked me to fix 'er up and upgrade it a bit while I'm at it changing the handle and who knows what else.

This particular knife is a good example of 1960's vintage German knife making. It represents a time where decent hunting knives could be had for not much money, knives that could be used, and then handed down to the next generation.

Most of us knife...

WIP - Makeover - 1968 PUMA Hunter]]> 34 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 21:35:47 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/diamond-spray-felt-in-stock.5354/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/diamond-spray-felt-in-stock.5354/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell
I've finally got our diamond honing sprays, felt pads, and felt deburring blocks in stock.

The products are currently are in limited quantities (especially the felt pads) and listed with our old pricing but once the stock runs out we will have to adjust to new increased pricing on the re-stock.

See https://martellknives.com/collections/edge-maintenance for details,...

Diamond Spray & Felt - In Stock]]> 12 Thu, 09 Jan 2020 00:13:10 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/hiromoto-aogami-super-as-steel-gallery-full-spa-treatment.329/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/hiromoto-aogami-super-as-steel-gallery-full-spa-treatment.329/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell









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Hiromoto Aogami Super (AS) Steel Gallery - Full Spa Treatment]]> 162 Fri, 06 Sep 2019 15:30:29 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-220mm-wa-gyuto-52100-laser-japanese-handle.5950/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-220mm-wa-gyuto-52100-laser-japanese-handle.5950/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell View attachment 18436

THIS GYUTO IS ONE OF THE BEST BUYS THAT I'VE EVER PUT TOGETHER!

• Model - Gyuto
• Blade Length - 220mm
• Steel - 52100 (high carbon ball bearing steel)
• Blade Finish - Hand Sanded Finish
• Grind - Convex
• Hardness - Rc 62-63 (with cryo)
• Height (at...

For Sale - 220mm Wa Gyuto - 52100 - Laser - Japanese Handle]]> 4 Sat, 31 Aug 2019 21:08:01 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-240mm-wa-gyuto-in-52100-with-knivesandstones-handle.5928/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-240mm-wa-gyuto-in-52100-with-knivesandstones-handle.5928/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell View attachment 18414
>> https://martellknives.com/collections/buy/products/240mm-wa-gyuto-in-52100-with-knivesandstones-handle

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For Sale - 240mm Wa Gyuto in 52100 with KnivesandStones Handle]]> 1 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 23:11:28 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/three-3-52100-gyutos-with-knivesandstones-handles-for-sale.5759/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/three-3-52100-gyutos-with-knivesandstones-handles-for-sale.5759/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell
Three 52100 gyutos wearing pre-made handles from James over at KnivesandStones

Please see https://martellknives.com/products/240mm-wa-gyutos-in-52100-professional for details...

Three (3) 52100 Gyutos with KnivesandStones handles for sale!]]> 6 Tue, 16 Jul 2019 21:09:13 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/damasteel.4642/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/damasteel.4642/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell Damasteel

Anyone interested? Contact me and we'll talk. ]]> 14 Sat, 06 Jul 2019 00:47:08 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/july-4th-sale.5606/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/july-4th-sale.5606/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell 25%OFF on our Japanese Knife Sharpening Class

To save $100 - Use Code:
July4th25%OFFSale

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Click below for details...

160mm Petty

120mm Petty]]> 12 Wed, 08 May 2019 20:53:07 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/we-make-the-blade-you-make-the-handle.5380/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/we-make-the-blade-you-make-the-handle.5380/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell
View attachment 18243]]> Sat, 09 Mar 2019 03:02:41 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-nos-hiromoto-tenmi-jyuraku-aogami-super-as-knives.5221/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-nos-hiromoto-tenmi-jyuraku-aogami-super-as-knives.5221/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell
As most of you likely know these knives are out of production since 2015, no more will ever be made. They have a core of Aogami Super steel wrapped in stainless cladding.

Buy them "as is" bone stock or add in a handle upgrade or spar treatment for the blade if you so wish. Either way, don't hesitate as new versions of these knives...

For Sale - NOS Hiromoto Tenmi-Jyuraku Aogami Super (AS) knives!]]> 5 Sat, 02 Mar 2019 23:53:07 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/martell-knife-blanks-for-sale.4325/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/martell-knife-blanks-for-sale.4325/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell Want to try your hand at making a knife?

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I have available for purchase.....fully hardened, ready to grind, Martell knife blanks!


Qty. 4 - 300mm Sujihiki

Qty. 4 - 270mm Gyuto

Qty. 4 - 180mm Nakiri




Stats:

Steel - O1

Rc 60-61 (Fully Hardened)

Cryo Treated

Thickness - 3/32"


These blanks are ready to be ground, although you...

Martell Knife Blanks For Sale]]> 34 Mon, 11 Feb 2019 18:12:28 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/build-a-custom-knife-handle.5199/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/build-a-custom-knife-handle.5199/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell

https://martellknives.com/products/build-a-custom-japanese-style-handle


You can now go onto our website and build yourself a custom wa octagonal handle!

Pricing will show for your choices/upgrades. It's a neat little tool that should help me answer the questions I get currently in emails and PMs. Plus, you can see what a handle from me will cost without even having to type/talk to me - what...

Build-a-Custom Knife Handle]]> 5 Wed, 26 Dec 2018 16:53:14 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/vintage-foster-bros-nos-cleaver-group-buy.5077/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/vintage-foster-bros-nos-cleaver-group-buy.5077/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell I've got an opportunity to purchase qty.17 - NOS (new old stock) - Foster Bros made cleavers that I'd like to share with you folks.

I've been a vintage cleaver collector for many years and among the ones I like the most are Foster Bros. as they're quality made users that stand the test of time nicely. I made a post on Foster Bros HERE back in 2014 if you'd like to check it...

Vintage Foster Bros - NOS - Cleaver Group Buy]]> 17 Tue, 11 Dec 2018 21:07:03 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/3-martell-knives-available-all-under-500-district-cutlery.5072/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/3-martell-knives-available-all-under-500-district-cutlery.5072/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell 240mm Wa Gyuto - 52100 - Maple Burl & Marbled Buffalo Horn







225mm Yo Gyuto -...

3 Martell Knives Available - all under $500 @ District Cutlery]]> 2 Tue, 11 Dec 2018 20:57:47 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/felt-group-buy.4983/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/felt-group-buy.4983/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell
Here's the details if you're interested....

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Features: ULTRA-Rock Hard Felt De-Burring Pad

Our ULTRA-Rock Hard Felt Deburring Pad...

Felt Group Buy]]> 16 Mon, 03 Dec 2018 17:26:39 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-rustic-nakiri-52100.5058/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-rustic-nakiri-52100.5058/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell 180mm Rustic Nakiri - 52100 - Professional

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"I feel that this nakiri will be the best performer...that I've made to date

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  • Model - Nakiri
  • Blade Length - 180mm
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For Sale - Rustic Nakiri - 52100]]> 6 Mon, 26 Nov 2018 20:31:57 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/cyber-monday-deal.5046/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/cyber-monday-deal.5046/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell 25%OFF on our Japanese Knife Sharpening Class


Use Code: CyberMonday25%OFFSharpeningClass


Click on link below:
https://martellknives.com/discount/CyberMonday25%OFFSharpeningClass?redirect=/products/japanese-knife-sharpening-class...

Cyber Monday Deal!]]> 5 Wed, 21 Nov 2018 14:55:40 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-52100-wa-sujihiki-w-acid-bomb-patina.5019/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-52100-wa-sujihiki-w-acid-bomb-patina.5019/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell 300mm Wa Sujihiki in 52100 - Professional





Just in time for Thanksgiving turkey carving duty..this knife will make you look like a PRO!

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  • Model - Sujihiki
  • Blade Length - 300mm
  • Steel - 52100 (high carbon ball bearing steel)
  • Blade...

For Sale - 52100 Wa Sujihiki w/Acid Bomb Patina]]> 9 Fri, 16 Nov 2018 03:11:39 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/1-on-1-sharpening-class.4189/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/1-on-1-sharpening-class.4189/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell
1 on 1 Sharpening Class]]> 6 Fri, 26 Oct 2018 00:45:08 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-52100-gyuto-w-mustard-patina.4993/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-52100-gyuto-w-mustard-patina.4993/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell 240mm Wa Gyuto in 52100 - Professional

• • Model - Gyuto
  • Blade Length - 240mm
  • Steel - 52100 (high carbon ball bearing steel)
  • Blade Finish - Triple Layer Mustard...

For Sale - 52100 Gyuto w/mustard patina]]> 3 Tue, 04 Sep 2018 19:57:39 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/jcks-deep-impact-as-hiromoto-as-alternative.4897/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/jcks-deep-impact-as-hiromoto-as-alternative.4897/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell JapaneseChefsKnife.com

This knife has an Aogami Super steel core wrapped in stainless cladding.

The blade is much thinner in it's stock form than Hiromotos were, a plus for sure regarding performance. The spine and choil come as sharp though.

The handle scales are made from paper micarta and are fit nice enough to the bolster and...

JCK's Deep Impact AS = Hiromoto AS alternative]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2018 20:50:43 +0000 https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-premium-wa-handle-from-kands-300mm-sujihiki.4863/ https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/for-sale-premium-wa-handle-from-kands-300mm-sujihiki.4863/ invalid@example.com (Dave Martell) Dave Martell View attachment 17611

• Model - Sujihiki
• Blade Length - 300mm
• Steel - 52100 (high carbon ball bearing steel)
• Hardness - Rc 62-63 (with cryo)
• Height (at heel) - 45mm
• Weight - 7.9oz (224g)
• Handle Style - Octagonal (Wa)
• Handle Materials - Premium two-toned amboyna burl, triple nickel silver spacers, with a blond buffalo horn ferrule and end cap
• Handle Supplied by -...

For Sale - Premium (!) Wa Handle from KandS 300mm Sujihiki]]> 12