Utility knife by Prime Artisan Knives of Te Tai Tokerau, Aotearoa

An outstanding general-purpose knife for hunting, utility or outdoor use, by Prime Artisan Knives. This knife won Best Utility Knife at the 2022 Auckland Blade Show.

The blade is forged from W1 tool steel, with a forged bolster and a dyed gorse wood handle with a brass pin. It comes in a hand-tooled leather sheath made by A.J. Prime to suit this knife.

Total length 29cm, blade length 15cm.

A.J. Prime is a Māori artisan and the person behind Prime Artisan Knives. Based in Te Tai Tokerau Northland, he is one of only a handful of full-time bladesmiths in Aotearoa. He has been making knives since 2015, and in that time has built a reputation as one of the country's most skilful knife makers. His uncompromising dedication to quality has made his work highly sought after and respected.

Care: Hand wash in warm soapy water and dry straight away. Never put it in the dishwasher. Oil the blade occasionally with a little olive or vegetable oil to protect against rust. Carbon steel develops a natural patina with use. Have it professionally sharpened about once a year, or whenever it starts to feel dull. In Ōtautahi Christchurch we recommend KASS Sharpening Services on St Asaph Street.