In his extraordinary Crossed Signals pattern damascus steel, designed and crafted from 1080 & 15n20 carbon alloys at his Vermont studio, Nick Anger delivers the largest tool, and one of only two in total, created from the mind-bending material. With custom wooden saya included, this one-of-a-kind work of culinary art is a shining example of Nick’s standing in the world of handmade kitchen knives. Extending 263mm / 10.4″ from the forged integral bolster outward, the blade is dynamic and versatile, delivering a thin but tough, razor-sharp edge beneath tall convex bevels in a profile that will perform every cut in the kitchen. Slimming progressively toward the tip, the blade’s spine is stiff and rigid toward the rear to support the densest ingredients and biggest cuts, while a touch of lateral flexibility and a slim, pointed tip for slicing define the forward portion. For comfort and control, Nick sculpts an elegant, ergonomic handle from black micarta and dyed, stabilized maple burl. The saya is made of maple with a solid brass pin.