{"product_id":"shard-alaskan-ulu-knife","title":"Shard Alaskan Ulu Knife with Olive Wood and Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA well-made ulu cuts differently from a straight blade. The curved edge stays in contact across the full stroke without lifting. The finger hole shifts the grip directly over the cutting edge. Both of these things matter more during repetitive kitchen work than most buyers expect before they try one. The Shard Alaskan Ulu Knife puts wood-grain Damascus into that geometry. Vertical lines run through the steel from spine to cutting edge. The pattern shifts across the 4-inch curved surface as the light changes angle. No two forging sessions produce the same grain arrangement, which makes every blade genuinely individual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlive wood covers one section of the split handle. Rosewood covers the other. A brass bolster sits between them and between the handle and the blade. Two brass pins lock both wood sections to the full-tang steel. The brass hardware ties both wood tones together without resin or synthetic color filling the gap between them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShard \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/handmade-ulu-knives?srsltid=AfmBOooyRbaso_RJXgUEOEL1wgg0PhKLH0kiOz6p2tzQztOOHklrGzVX\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlaskan Ulu Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e at JW Steel Crafts, combining a vertical wood-grain Damascus blade with a split olive wood and rosewood handle joined by a brass bolster and brass pins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe History Behind This Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ulu traces back to Inuit culture, where a curved, rocking blade handled food preparation and field tasks across generations. Wood-grain Damascus forging produces its vertical pattern through careful fold direction control during forge welding. Split wood handles, pairing two complementary materials, became a custom knife-making tradition for grip variety and visual contrast. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJW Steel Crafts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e forges this blade by hand and fits each handle section individually to the finished steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood-grain Damascus holds a sharp cutting edge through repeated daily kitchen use. The curved semi-circular profile rocks cleanly across any cutting surface without lifting. Gripping through the finger hole shifts force directly over the cutting edge. This reduces wrist strain during long mincing and chopping sessions. Oil the blade lightly after each use to keep the high-carbon steel rust-free.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlive wood and rosewood split the handle in two natural tones that develop character with use. A brass bolster sits between the two wood sections and between the handle and blade. Two brass pins lock both sections firmly to the full tang blade. No resin fills the gap between materials. Natural wood handles benefit from basic oiling to stay stable through kitchen moisture over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Used For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis ulu suits home cooks who mince herbs, garlic, and vegetables daily. The rocking motion reduces repetitive wrist strain compared to a standard chef's knife. Skinning fish and small game is another task the curved blade handles well in a field setting. Collectors drawn to natural wood handles and Damascus steel will find the olive and rosewood pairing on a single ulu rare. As a gift, it suits home chefs and outdoor cooks who value handmade Damascus craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrder the Shard Alaskan Ulu Knife today. Each piece is individually forged and fitted by hand at JW Steel Crafts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications Table\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"119\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"218\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox 7 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4-inch cutting edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus steel (1095\/15N20)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood-grain Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaw natural\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlive wood and rosewood split\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePin Detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 brass pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp 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Shard Alaskan Ulu Knife used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMincing herbs, chopping vegetables, and skinning fish where a curved rocking blade outperforms a straight edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this blade Damascus steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, forged with a vertical wood-grain Damascus pattern across the curved ulu blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the handle made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Split olive wood and rosewood joined by a brass bolster and two brass pins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this Ulu differ from the Alaskan Ulu Knife Set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a single knife with a brass bolster and brass pins. The set uses a red resin spacer and mosaic pin across two knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this knife include a sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, a brown leather sheath is included with this listing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Damascus steel need special care?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, wipe dry and oil lightly after each use to prevent rust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWould this ulu make a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, it suits home chefs, outdoor cooks, and collectors who value natural wood handles and Damascus steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript id=\"faq82641\" type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is the Shard Alaskan Ulu Knife used for?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The Shard Alaskan Ulu Knife is designed for mincing herbs, chopping vegetables, and skinning fish, where its curved rocking blade provides greater cutting efficiency than a straight edge.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is this blade Damascus steel?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. 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