{"product_id":"ironwood-hearthforge-1095-carbon-steel-cleaver","title":"Ironwood Hearthforge 1095 Carbon Steel Chef Cleaver – Hardwood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIronwood Hearthforge™ 1095 Carbon Steel Chef Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines a hand-forged carbon steel blade with a traditional hardwood handle and a broad cutting profile designed for everyday kitchen preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.5-inch blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a 5-inch handle, and an overall length of 11.5 inches, this handmade cleaver is suitable for chopping vegetables, slicing boneless ingredients, and preparing herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts oil-quenched 1095 carbon steel blade, steel-pinned hardwood handle, and included custom leather sheath complete the traditional design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-Forged 1095 Carbon Steel Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ironwood Hearthforge™ features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1095 high-carbon steel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a broad chef cleaver profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1095 is a carbon steel commonly used in knife making. With appropriate heat treatment, it can provide a useful combination of cutting performance and ease of sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is oil quenched during heat treatment. Its 6.5-inch length provides a practical cutting surface for general kitchen preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause 1095 is not stainless steel, regular cleaning, drying, and appropriate protective oiling are important for preventing corrosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn more about carbon steel and other knife materials in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/blogs\/news\/1095-vs-d2-vs-damascus-steel\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1095 vs D2 vs Damascus Steel Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Hardwood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe knife features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5-inch hardwood handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e secured with steel pins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts natural grain and traditional finish complement the carbon steel blade, giving this handmade chef cleaver a classic appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exact hardwood species is not specified, and individual handles may vary in grain and coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you prefer a composite handle, explore our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/rainforge-emberstone-raindrop-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRainforge Emberstone™ Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a brown Micarta handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad Chef Cleaver for Kitchen Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ironwood Hearthforge™ has a broad blade suitable for everyday kitchen tasks, including slicing vegetables, chopping herbs, and preparing boneless ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts cleaver-style profile offers an alternative to narrower chef knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor another handmade kitchen blade, compare the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/twistwood-forge-512-layer-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwistwood Forge™ Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a twist-pattern Damascus blade and rosewood handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife is not specifically rated for chopping hard bones or frozen ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom Leather Sheath Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA custom-made leather sheath is included for protective blade coverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways clean and completely dry the blade before placing it inside the sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor extended storage, keep the knife in a dry environment outside the leather sheath when possible, as leather can retain moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash the blade by hand using mild soap and water, then dry it immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a thin layer of food-safe mineral oil when needed to protect the carbon steel blade from rust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid dishwashers, prolonged soaking, abrasive cleaners, and hard cutting surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the hardwood handle clean and dry, and avoid exposing it to excessive moisture or heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ironwood Hearthforge™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carbon Steel Chef Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1095 High-Carbon Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 11.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Hardware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Steel Pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat Treatment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oil Quenched\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand Forged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheath:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Custom Leather Sheath Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Woodsman Forge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs 1095 carbon steel good for a chef cleaver?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1095 carbon steel is used in handmade knives because it can take a sharp cutting edge and is relatively straightforward to sharpen. Actual performance depends on heat treatment and blade geometry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes a 1095 carbon steel blade rust?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Unlike stainless steel, 1095 carbon steel can develop rust when exposed to moisture. Clean and dry the blade promptly and apply food-safe protective oil when needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan this chef cleaver be used for chopping bones?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife is intended for general kitchen preparation. It is not specifically rated for chopping hard bones or frozen foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore More Woodsman Forge Cleaver Knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/collections\/cleaver-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaver Knives Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to discover more handmade kitchen cleavers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a different blade material, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/timberfall-forgecrest-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimberfall Forgecrest™ Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can also compare our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/rosehaven-edgecrest-damascus-serbian-kitchen-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosehaven Edgecrest™ Serbian Kitchen Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring an 8-inch blade and rosewood handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOODSMAN FORGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52652706955480,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/3810\/1976\/files\/woodsman-forge-forged-cleaver-red-handle-angle-1.jpg?v=1791576323","url":"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/ironwood-hearthforge-1095-carbon-steel-cleaver","provider":"WOODSMAN FORGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}