Copper Damascus (Cu Mai) Chef Knives

Handcrafted • One-of-a-Kind • Stag & Steel Knives

Collection Overview

Welcome to our Copper Damascus (Cu Mai) Chef Knives Collection, where advanced metallurgy meets refined craftsmanship. This collection represents the highest level of kitchen knife artistry at Stag & Steel Knives, created for chefs and collectors who value exclusivity as much as performance.

Every knife in this collection is individually handcrafted and produced as a single piece only — there is no mass production, no restock, and no identical replacement. What you see in our listings is exactly what exists. Once it’s sold, it’s gone forever.

Our Cu Mai construction features a hand-forged copper core layered between high-quality steel, resulting in a visually striking copper line along the blade. Because copper reacts uniquely during the forging process, no two Cu Mai Damascus blades can ever share the same pattern. This natural variation is what makes each knife a true one-of-a-kind piece.

Understanding Copper Damascus( Cu Mai) Damascus

Cu Mai, also known as copper Damascus, is a specialized forging technique where copper is sandwiched between steel layers and forged by hand. Unlike etched or machine-made patterns, the copper core develops organically during forging.

Because copper flows and bonds differently under heat and pressure:

• Patterns cannot be duplicated
• Copper lines will never align the same way twice
• Each blade becomes a unique fingerprint of the forging process

This means the Cu Mai chef knife you own will be something no one else in the world can replicate.

Chef Knife Styles in This Collection

This collection includes a curated range of professional kitchen knife styles, each designed for a specific purpose:

🔪 Gyuto Chef Knives

The Japanese equivalent of a Western chef’s knife.
Gyuto knives are versatile, well-balanced, and ideal for:

• Slicing proteins
• Precision prep
• Everyday professional kitchen work

Perfect for chefs who want one knife that does everything.

🔪 Santoku Chef Knives

Santoku means “three virtues” — slicing, dicing, and chopping.
These knives feature:

• A flatter edge profile
• Excellent control
• Clean, efficient cuts

Ideal for home chefs and professionals who prefer a compact, agile blade.

🔪 Bunka Chef Knives

Bunka knives are known for their aggressive profile and sharp K-tip.
They excel at:

• Precision cuts
• Vegetable work
• Detailed prep tasks

A favorite among chefs who want control, sharp lines, and modern styling.

Each knife style in this collection is available in individual, non-set form, allowing you to choose exactly the profile and balance that suits your cooking style.

Handle Materials & Design

To complement the advanced blade construction, every knife features a distinct premium handle, including:

• Resin
• Carbon fiber
• Marble stone
• Other custom composite materials

Each handle is selected not only for visual appeal, but also for balance, grip comfort, and durability. Like the blades themselves, no two handle combinations are the same.

Presentation & Protection

Every Cu Mai chef knife comes complete with:

• 🪵 Custom wooden presentation box featuring the Stag & Steel Knives logo
• 🧵 Custom-matched leather sheath, designed specifically for that knife

This ensures your knife arrives gift-ready, while also offering safe storage and protection for long-term ownership.

One-of-a-Kind Guarantee

• ✔️ One knife per design
• ✔️ No duplicates
• ✔️ No restocks
• ✔️ No repeated copper patterns

When you purchase from this collection, you’re not buying a standard kitchen tool — you’re acquiring a collectible piece of functional art.

FAQs

Q: Are these chef knives handmade?
Yes. Every knife in this collection is 100% handmade and hand-forged.

Q: Are these knives sold as sets?
No. Each knife is sold individually. There are no sets and no duplicates.

Q: Will the Cu Mai copper pattern look exactly like the photos?
Yes — the photos show the exact knife you will receive. Because each knife is unique, patterns cannot be replicated.

Q: Do all knives come with a box and sheath?
Yes. Every knife includes a custom wooden box and a matching leather sheath.

Q: Can you remake a sold-out knife?
No. Once a knife is sold, it cannot be recreated or duplicated.

Why Choose Stag & Steel Knives

At Stag & Steel Knives, we focus on small-batch craftsmanship, premium materials, and honest artistry. Our Cu Mai chef knives are designed for those who appreciate exclusivity, performance, and timeless design — knives meant to be used, admired, and passed down.