215 mm "Cathedral" Chef

JMC-CAT02

bladesmith: Chopp


Nestled beneath the St. Johns Bridge in North Portland, Cathedral Park takes its name from the bridge’s soaring arches, reminiscent of Gothic cathedral architecture. An iconic North Portland landmark, and a defining part of the neighborhood both Jamison and Acre call home, the bridge gives the Cathedral its shape. Its broad, leaf-shaped tip echoes the graceful arches, while jade and evergreen liners draw from the bridge’s distinctive color. The Cathedral chef knife is a beautiful option for cooks who want an easy-to-use, low-maintenance tool.

Handle + Blade

Black Walnut + Stainless Steel

Regular price$615.00
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  • Free domestic shipping
  • Complimentary lifetime sharpening
  • Made in Portland, Oregon

Jamison Chopp

Jamison Chopp grew up making furniture and considered pursuing it as a career after college, until he discovered knifemaking — a craft that wove together his interests in both wood and metalwork. After apprenticing at Carter Cutlery, where he mastered traditional Japanese lines, shapes, and patterns, Jamison opened his own shop before eventually rejoining his former colleagues at Acre Knife.

At Acre, Jamison lets organic patterns of forged steel speak for themselves. “I try to find beauty and refinement in simplicity instead of complexity. There’s no detail about a knife that I don’t pour myself into creatively. I’ve never been obsessed with perfection; I want you to look at my knives and know that they’re handmade.”

Chef

An all-purpose kitchen knife designed for rocking, chopping, and slicing. A chef knife is typically 7–10 inches long and features a tapered, pointed tip. Its blade is tall enough to provide clearance for the knuckles when cutting on a board.

Environment: Indoor
Uses: Chopping, Slicing, Mincing
Best for: Root Vegetables, Leafy Greens, Herbs, Soft Fruit, Meat, Poultry, Fish

Overview
Process: Stock Removal

Overall Length: 330 mm / 12.99 in
Weight: 245 g

Blade
Profile: Chef
Material: Stainless Steel

Steel Type: AEB-L

Length: 215 mm / 8.46 in
Height at Heel: 55 mm / 2.17 in

Handle
Construction: Full Tang
Material: Black Walnut

Length: 120 mm / 4.72 in
Liner: Black Paper Micarta & Natural Canvas Micarta

Please note the grain of the wood and finish of the steel will vary from knife to knife. If you would like to see all iterations of a knife variant before purchasing, please contact us with the corresponding SKU and we'll happily share photos of the knives.

Visit our glossary to learn more about other materials we use.

Hand wash and dry No dishwasher

Hand wash your knife with warm water and mild dish soap when cutting tasks are finished. Dry immediately after use. 

Under no circumstances place your knife in a dishwasher or leave it soaking for extended periods in the sink. 

Following our general care instructions will help preserve your knife’s longevity and performance. Visit our care guide for additional information.


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