VALKYRIE III is the collection\u2019s longest chef\u2019s knife, for flowing cuts through vegetables, fish and boneless meat.<\/p>
I worked on the balance between blade and handle so that the length feels natural in your hand.<\/p>
I\u2019m Jacob Bech. I began as a kitchen apprentice at 14, and my experience includes working in Michelin-starred restaurants.<\/p>
VALKYRIE III preserves the long, quiet Damascus lines. Deep acid etching gives the layers physical depth and a distinct relief that you can feel on the flat of the blade, away from the edge.<\/p>
The blade has 73 layers in total, including the cobalt-containing VG10 cutting core, which forms the edge. The Damascus layers on either side contain 316 stainless steel. After oil quenching and tempering, the hardness is 62 HRC.<\/p>
Stabilised red oak preserves its grain while improving resistance to moisture and movement. Deep blue resin, nickel silver and a brass end weight complete the handle.<\/p>
On the right side of the blade is a runic-style inscription. The thought behind the inscription is \u201cTo fall in battle, not in dishonor.\u201d<\/em> For me, it is a reminder to stand by who you are and what you believe in, even when life is difficult. Shanru Lin and I have given each knife in the collection its own character.<\/p> Shanru Lin and I created Ex Animo as functional art for the kitchen. Each knife has its own form, materials and motif. I hope they inspire you to put your soul into what you do, be yourself and dare to stand out. When life is difficult, they are also a reminder of your own strength.<\/p> The RICEKNIFE and LINBECH logos are stamped into the steel on the left side of the blade. These logos were laser engraved on earlier editions. The RICEKNIFE name and runic inscription appear on the right side.<\/p> EX-ANIMO III 2026, first release: 200 VALKYRIE III knives. I personally examine every knife before approval. Later production is possible. Each knife comes with a numbered certificate. Dispatched within 7 days.<\/p> On all six knives in EX-ANIMO III 2026, we machine each knife\u2019s individual motif and the RICEKNIFE name directly into the right side of the blade using EDM, also known as electrical discharge machining. We chose this process over laser engraving because of the risk of deforming the blade. EDM takes more time, more manual work and more electricity in our production. It is a deliberate choice to preserve the blade\u2019s shape and precision.<\/p><\/details> The knife weighs 204 g; the weight under Additional information includes packaging.<\/p><\/details> VALKYRIE III has a 23.7 cm blade with long Damascus lines and a handle in wood, resin and metal. AMOR II<\/a> has a 23 cm blade with a hot stamped heart pattern and red and black G10. VALKYRIE III weighs 204 g, compared with 242 g for AMOR II. If you prefer a longer blade at a lower weight, choose VALKYRIE III; for more weight with a slightly shorter blade, choose AMOR II.<\/p> VALKYRIE III is an alternative in Riceknife\u2019s own design. It is a 23.7 cm chef\u2019s knife with a VG10 core and a handle in stabilised red oak, blue resin and metal. The knife is finished by hand. Choose according to blade length, balance and the materials you prefer in your hand.<\/p> No. VALKYRIE III is finished by hand. Deep acid etching reveals the long Damascus lines as a relief you can feel.<\/p> VG10 is the cobalt-containing steel at the cutting core of this knife. It forms the edge and is included in the blade\u2019s 73 layers in total. The Damascus layers on both sides contain 316 stainless steel. We oil quench and temper the blade to 62 HRC. Hand washing, drying and sharpening as needed remain part of caring for the knife.<\/p> Wash the knife by hand and dry both blade and handle after use. Stabilisation improves the wood\u2019s resistance to moisture, but the knife should not be soaked or put in the dishwasher. Use a wooden or suitable plastic chopping board, protect the edge during storage and avoid bones, frozen ingredients and twisting the blade.<\/p> Made to last a lifetime.<\/strong> Use it, care for it and sharpen it when needed.<\/p> I hope that this knife will follow you through a long and healthy life.<\/p><\/blockquote> Jacob Bech Compare the six models<\/a><\/p> For a more affordable set with a quieter Scandinavian look, see our Raw Oak six knife set<\/a>.<\/p> For questions about the knives, message or call Jacob directly.<\/p> We\u2019re always working, unless we\u2019re sleeping.<\/em><\/p> Made to last a lifetime.<\/strong><\/p>\n VALKYRIE III is a Damascus chef\u2019s knife with a 23.7 cm blade for vegetables, fish and boneless meat. It weighs 204 g. The blade is made from 73-layer Damascus steel with a VG10 steel core. The core contains cobalt, and the blade is hardened to 62 HRC. Deep acid etching reveals the long Damascus lines with a texture you can clearly feel. The handle combines stabilised red oak, blue G10 and brass, with a brass end weight for balance. The wooden sections are hand-finished with organic Danish beeswax and food-grade mineral oil.<\/p>\nDetails and the first release<\/h2>
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