Name: 215 mm "Trillium" Gyuto
Brand: Acre Knife
SKU: JMC-TRI02
Price: 795.0 USD
Availability: InStock

bladesmith: Chopp

Trillium is named for both the iconic lake with a stunning view of Mt. Hood and a native flower known for its three-petaled bloom. The flower can take years to mature, much like the skills of a bladesmith. That patience is reflected in this gyuto, which is designed for delicate, precise work. A holly bolster echoes the flower’s crisp white petals, while local black walnut brings warmth to the handle.

Handle + Blade

Ebony + Damascus

$1,475.00

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Complimentary lifetime sharpening

Made in Portland, Oregon

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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.”

Gyuto

Developed in Japan as a response to the Western chef knife, the gyuto typically features a 7–8-inch blade that is approximately two inches tall at the heel. It is widely considered a versatile, multipurpose kitchen knife, suitable for chopping, rocking, and slicing meat and vegetables.

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

Overview
Process: Forged
Overall Length: 380 mm / 14.96 in
Weight: 209 g

Blade
Profile: Gyuto
Material: Damascus
Steel Type: 52100
Cladding: Nickel
Length: 215 mm / 8.46 in
Height at Heel: 59 mm / 2.32 in

Handle
Construction: Wa
Material: Ebony
Bolster: Faux Buffalo Horn
Length: 145 mm / 5.71 in
Liner: Ivory G10, Antique Paper Micarta & Black G10

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.

Damascus technique

Damascus cross section
Damascus, or pattern-welded steel, is made in a similar way to san mai, except alternating layers of high-carbon steel with different properties are forge welded together. When the final blade is etched, the pattern is revealed as a result of these layers.
Forging technique
Three billets can be forged and re-stacked to create many layers, which then become the final blade material.
Shaping the pattern
The bladesmith can remove material by filing, drilling, or grinding part of the metal away, or move the layers with a hammer or press. The resulting patterns vary widely, but the intricate, wavy patterns are a distinctive hallmark of Damascus steel.

Learn more about steel in our glossary

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.

Please Note: High-carbon and mild-carbon steel will discolor and darken over time, especially in the presence of acidic foods. It’s normal for a blackish/blue patina to form due to oxidation. Patina tells the story of the unique relationship between a knife and its user.