Knifenerd Guide to Japanese Knives

Description
This title is getting lots of publicity - City Palate, Avenue Magazine, Tomato, Beatroute as well as Edmonton radio to start... A good chef knife is the most important tool in any kitchen. Professional chefs often describe their knives as an extension of their body. Considering that Japanese knives are world famous--not only for their good looks, but also their extreme sharpness--it's no wonder so many chefs all over the world choose Japanese kitchen knives above all others. Kevin Kent, the Knifenerd, takes us behind the scenes with a personal look into the lives, skills and artistry of the blacksmiths who make the world's finest knives. Award winning photography by Visti Kjar transports the reader behind the scenes, into the rarely seen, dimly lit, sweaty, bustling, historic workshops of some of the world's best blacksmiths. Feel the intense heat of the forge, smell the coal fire, hear the deafening blows of the hammer on red hot steel and see the sparks fly. From the forging and sharpening to the choosing and collecting, Kevin Kent relays his extensive knowledge and passion on the subject of Japanese knives... including unpopular opinions about Damascus steel. If you never knew you were interested in Japanese kitchen knives, Kevin's engaging stories and fresh view will change that.
About this Author
When Kevin was seven years old, his uncle gave him a pocket knife and said, "Don't tell your Mom." To this day, it's been his secret and the start of his knife passion. While working in London, UK at the celebrated St. John Restaurant, Kevin bought a Japanese knife and found his calling. Back in Canada, Knifewear was born, as Kevin began selling Japanese kitchen knives from his backpack and bicycle. He now has five knife shops across Canada (with plans for more), opened a chain of stores called Kent of Inglewood (focusing on axes and straight razors), and produced an award winning documentary about Japanese blacksmiths called Springhammer as well as its sequel Springhammer 2: The Making of a Knife. If you meet him in person, ask him to tell you his Lou Reed story.
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