Blenheim Forge

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Blenheim Forge, based in Peckham, South London, specialises in Japanese-style carbon steel knives that have a cult following among chefs and avid home cooks. We co-designed an exclusive collection of knives clad with rust-resistant stainless steel up to blade's edge – same benefits, less maintenance. To read more about what makes Blenheim Forge knives so exceptional, read our article about our team's visit to their workshop here . ---BUYERS GUIDE--- Lovingly crafted by hand, these Blenheim Forge knives feature cores made from Japanese Super Blue Paper Carbon Steel, also known as Aogami Super Steel. Carbon steel knives are a marvel to sharpen and hold a silky edge that will glide through ingredients. Japanese Super Blue Paper Steel is considered to be the best mix found to produce knives. In addition to containing more carbon, chromium and tungsten than other steels, Japanese Super Blue Paper Carbon Steel also includes molybdenum, which is highly resistant to corrosion. This combination of components lends the steel increased strength and hardness that leads to wonderful edge retention. Blenheim Forge gets their walnut wood for the handles from Goldfinch, a charity enterprise run by London Reclaimed. The charity helps 16-25-year-olds into the workplace through training in joinery and furniture making. Almost all wood for these knives is sourced within the M25, much of which comes from fallen trees. What further sets Blenheim Forge apart from other knife manufacturers is their process of cladding their carbon steel blades with stainless steel - around 85%. This leaves the carbon steel exposed only at the edge of the blade, meaning upkeep is minimal when compared to other carbon steel knives. Simply wipe the blade down with a little bit of oil before storage. Frequently Asked Questions What is carbon steel? Put simply, carbon steel is steel in which the main alloy is carbon. Stainless steel has added chromium, which makes the steel impervious to corrosion and rust. Unf