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ANI 3.2 FOLDING KNIFE: CPM154 HIGH CARBON STAINLESS STEEL, ARMADILLO CARAPACE, MOTHER OF PEARL, AND TITANIUM

Some knives stand out not only for their design but also for the unique materials that define their story. This piece incorporates the intricate texture of an armadillo carapace, seamlessly blending it into its sleek silhouette.
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CURATOR 3.2 FOLDING KNIFE: CPM154 HIGH CARBON STAINLESS STEEL, SPALTED MANGO, MOTHER OF PEARL, AND TITANIUM

From the engraved pivot bearing Curator’s mark and Mother of Pearl pivot collars, to the matte black titanium liner and pocket clip, this piece embodies the quiet elegance of its namesake cafe.
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CURATOR FOLDING KNIFE: ODIN’S EYE DAMACORE, BLUE ANCIENT MAMMOTH IVORY, WESTINGHOUSE BLACK GLASS, ZIRCONIUM

This Curator folding knife is a strikingly larger evolution of the original, showcasing Odin’s Eye Damacore, blue-dyed ancient mammoth ivory, and Westinghouse black glass in a seamless blend of artistry, functionality, and bold design.
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BUNKA: NITRO V STAINLESS STEEL, SAMAK, MOTHER OF PEARL, AND CARABAO HORN

This classic chef knife set was designed and crafted specifically for Chef Jordy Navarra’s (Head Chef and Founder of Toyo Eatery) cutting techniques. 
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ANI 3.2 FOLDING KNIFE: CPM 154 HIGH CARBON STAINLESS STEEL, TITANIUM, TIMASCUS (TITANIUM-ZIRCONIUM DAMASCUS)

Through the iridescent abalone-like Damascus patterns, a visual interstellar journey is etched on this knife—a testament to its capacity to endure beyond a lifetime of use.
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ANI 3.2 FOLDING KNIFE: BJORKMAN’S TWIST DAMASTEEL, TITANIUM, ZIRCONIUM

An otherworldly piece with monotone Damascus patterns reminiscent of atmospheric storms on Jupiter, perfect for a knife that can withstand conditions as unforgiving as space itself.
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GYUTO: HIGH CARBON STEEL CORE, DAMASCUS CLAD SAN-MAI, & STABILIZED BLUE MAPLE BURL

Experimental combination of copper and damascus steels in a classic gyuto silhouette.
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CURATOR 3.2 FOLDING KNIFE: DAMASTEEL, DOUBLE BLACK MICARTA, & FOSSILIZED MAMMOTH MOLAR IVORY

A fossilized material so rare and ancient, artfully sculpted into a pocketable and versatile folding knife.
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CURATOR 3.2 FOLDING KNIFE: DAMACORE & WESTINGHOUSE ORANGE MICARTA / HONESUKI: NITRO V & BUTTERSCOTCH MICARTA

A very unique collector’s knife set featuring antique war-time plastics.
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WESTERN-STYLE CHEF KNIFE: NITRO V & STABILIZED BLUE BOX ELDER BURL

A classic shape based on a knife made for His Majesty the Fifth King of Bhutan.
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Ani 3.2 Folding Knife with Damasteel, Warthog Tusk, Mother of Pearl, and Titanium

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