8" Chef Knife

$400.00

“The Best Made-in-USA Kitchen Knife” – Gear Patrol

The chef knife is the most important tool in your knife kit, used for 90%+ of kitchen tasks. Highly regarded for its meticulous construction, outstanding blade edge retention, and thoughtful ergonomics, the STEELPORT Chef Knife has garnered the attention of cooking enthusiasts and world-class chefs alike.

With its thin but sturdy fully polished blade, rounded spine and choil, recessed finger groove and double beveled edge – the STEELPORT Chef Knife is incredibly versatile and balanced. The combination of finesse and durability, this knife is ideal for any cutting style such as slicing, rocking or pushcutting, versatile enough for meat, fish, vegetables and herbs, making this the ideal blade for either collector or minimalist. The build is deceptively simple. High quality carbon steel and burlwood has been expertly processed and treated to meet remarkable requirements and deliver unmatched performance.

Our unique differential heat treatment process produces an outstanding 65 HRC making this one of the hardest blades in production while retaining the durability of softer steel. Razor sharp, precision balanced, and just an overall joy to use, our Chef Knife stands testament to hundreds of years of traditional knife forging reinforced with the ingenuity of modern craftsmanship. Touted by world class chefs such as: Paul Kahan, Gabriel Rucker, Elias Cairo, Katy Millard, Chris Bianco and Aaron Franklin.

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Free Lifetime Sharpening
Made in Portland, Oregon
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Blade Material / Heat Treat

STEELPORT knives have solid one-piece traditional drop forged construction from blade tip to end cap with an integral bolster for a well-balanced and long-lasting knife. Through STEELPORT’s proprietary differential heat treatment, American 52100 Carbon Steel achieves an unmatched 65HRC hardness at the blade for exceptional long-lasting sharpness, while maintaining a softer 30HRC spine for lifelong durability. 

The bolster and spine are hand-polished smooth for comfort.

Blade Shape
The overall shape of STEELPORT blades are defined by considering best functionality and comfort. Our 8” Chef Knife is designed with a “Sheepsfoot” tip so the user can still safely use their hand as a guide while using the tip of the knife. A “finger groove” is added to our chef knives at the heel of the blade to allow for comfort and control while holding the knife in the preferred pinch-hold. All the surfaces are processed to ensure a comfortable soft touch to help with long-term comfort. This includes rounding the spine of the knife.
Handle

Our handles are contoured to accommodate any hand, offering a unique 2" height at the blade heel for finger clearance. For all STEELPORT handles, we use Oregon Big Leaf Maple Burl, a locally sourced, naturally unique burl wood, stabilized with resin to meet tough kitchen requirements and won’t shrink or swell. Learn more about our handles on our blog.

Sheath
Keep your edge protected with a custom fitted STEELPORT 8″ Knife Oregon Maple Sheath, featuring an internal recessed magnet along the spine.
Custom Engraving

Every STEELPORT knife has a unique individuality only found in handcrafted products that use natural materials. You can now choose to further customize your STEELPORT collection by having your wooden sheaths engraved, sharing an even more personal gift. We’ll laser engrave your special message, initials, names, dates, family mottos, etc. on your sheath to mark milestone occasions, like birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations, family reunions, work promotions, and more.

Let STEELPORT’s heirloom quality kitchen knives help you create treasured memories and family traditions. Text is limited to 30 characters, using only alphanumeric symbols (letters, numbers, and punctuation found on a standard keyboard).

If you’d like us to engrave a larger number of sheaths and with an image (like a company logo or other art) for group and corporate gifting, please email us directly to coordinate: hello@steelportknife.com.

Care & Use

Carbon Steel is for those who take pride in keeping their tools at peak performance through basic maintenance. Carbon Steel knives like STEELPORT are not stain or rust resistant. Day to day, it is as simple as remembering to hand wash and dry after each use. Learn more about Carbon Steel Knife Care and Use.

Free Lifetime Sharpening

STEELPORT’s SharpForever program provides FREE sharpening for all STEELPORT knives for life. SharpForever is an extension of our existing Lifetime Warranty, created to provide our customers total coverage, convenience and care of your premium American handcrafted kitchen knives.

Lifetime Warranty
We uphold the highest standards in craftsmanship with a Lifetime Warranty and offer complimentary, lifetime sharpening through our SharpForever™ program. Every STEELPORT knife is an heirloom and we will maintain its precision and quality for years to come. For specific details on the coverage and how to make a claim under this warranty, please contact us directly at hello@steelportknife.com.
Shipping

All orders ship within 48 hours. For expediting shipping, please contact us at hello@steelportknife.com. You can also text or call 503.498.8132.

Specifications

Blade Length: 8″

Total Length: 13″

Width: 2″

Weight: 7.4oz / 210g

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“…This wickedly sharp, carbon steel 8-inch Chef Knife from STEELPORT should be in your arsenal…”

  • Gabriel Rucker

    STEELPORT is the perfect knife for me. Handles all of my duties at work yet Durable enough to use at home with the family. A knife that embody a true work life balance.

    James Beard Award-winning Chef/Owner of Le Pigeon in Portland, Oregon

    Gabriel Rucker

  • Lauro Romero

    It’s good for fine work like shallots and chives or breaking down fish, but you can also chop carrots with it. I like it. I like it a lot. The STEELPORT Chef Knife just throws down. It’s pretty dope. On top of that, it’s a beautiful knife…

    Chef and Co-Owner of República in Portland, a Bon Appétit Top 10 Best New Restaurant

    Lauro Romero

  • Elias Cairo

    To me a knife is a tool. It has been a good minute since I put a knife in my hand and it has given me pause. STEELPORT knives are simply stunning, the second you see it or use it you know that this knife is special. I Intend on using this tool for a very long time with much joy.

    Co-Owner/Salumist of Olympia Provisions

    Elias Cairo

  • Katy Millard

    They’re obviously well-made. The handle is super comfortable. The wood is really soft which I think just feels good in my hand. It feels really nice to hold this knife. I think they’re really beautifully designed. Period.

    Chef and Co-Owner of Coquine in Portland

    Katy Millard

  • Paul Kahan

    Absolutely exquisite. All aspects of the knife are so special. Design, materials and craftsmanship combine to make a knife that I look forward to using the rest of my life.

    James Beard Award-winning Chef and Owner of Publican and avec in Chicago

    Paul Kahan

  • "I love the STEELPORT knife! I use it every day, the great balance and feel definitely makes the cut!"

    – Aaron Franklin, Owner of Franklin Barbecue in Austin, Texas

  • "It’s my go-to at-home knife now. Keeps a solid edge over time and is pretty damn indestructible. Would definitely recommend for those at a home level or pro."

    – Eric Rivera, Chef/Owner of ADDO in Seattle

  • "This knife is not only my favorite knife, it quickly became one of the most treasured items in my kitchen. The details are just impeccable, and it’s so light and responsive… Like a Bentley of knives."

    – Mike Thelin, Founder of Feast Portland

  • "Feel how amazingly balanced and well crafted this carbon steel knife is. It will definitely become an heirloom tool that you will use daily for a life time."

    – Carey Schleicher-Haselhorst, Owner of Cord

  • "I own a beautiful collection of carbon steel knives, but nothing as gorgeous as this American-forged, full tang carbon steel knife from STEELPORT, located in Portland, Oregon."

    – Jeffrey B. Rodgers, @TheCulinaryFanatic

  • "It’s made with all US materials and crafted right here in Portland by Eytan and his team. This 8″ chef knife is incredibly well balanced — razor sharp with none of the fuss and holds its edge for what seems like forever. This knife is everything."

    – Bonnie Morales, Chef/Owner of Kachka

  • "Using a STEELPORT feels like it was made by someone with so much experience and passion for the art of knives, because it was. Everything about it feels right, and knowing where it comes from feels even better."

    – Doug Adams, TopChef Season 12 Finalist

  • "Not only for its functionality and design but because it’s made by hand in Portland, Oregon. This knife would make a perfect Father’s Day gift for the man who loves to cook and appreciates the finer things in life. A great knife is an essential part of every kitchen."

    – Melissa Reome, @GrillMomma

  • "I haven’t picked up another chefs knife since I got my STEELPORT."

    – Karl Holl, Founder of Forager Goods & Co and Culinary Director of Smith Teamaker

  • "After using and sharpening these I have to say they have the best of both worlds of soft and hard treatments of 52100."

    – Josh Donald, Owner of Bernal Cutlery SF

Details That Make The Difference

Iconic Design
  • Contoured Oregon Big Leaf Maple burl handle
  • Half octagonal top handle shape with smooth rounded base
  • Integral end cap with engraved STEELPORT logo
  • “Sheepsfoot” blade tip shape
  • Distinctive visible Temper Line
Functional Detail
  • Proprietary differential heat treatment to 65 HRC hardness at blade for edge retention and sharpening while maintaining durability at less than 30 HRC along spine
  • Integral bolster with a smooth transition to polished spine for a comfortable “pinch grip“ hold
  • Full tang construct for ideal balance and added strength
  • Tall 2” blade at handle allows for plenty of hand clearance
Handcrafted Locally With Traditional Processes