Bob Kramer
Legendary Bob Kramer Knives Coveted by the Professionals
Created by Master Bladesmith Bob Kramer with legendary German knifemaker Zwilling J.A. Henckels, Bob Kramer knives fuse iconic design, handcrafted quality and unmatched performance with the comfort and versatility required by any modern chef. Kramer has a long, rich history forging premium American knives and is largely considered to be one of the best bladesmiths in the world. He first began selling his cutting-edge creations from his knife shop in Seattle and now works from his studio in Bellingham, Washington, where he creates functional works of art as one of the very few Master Bladesmiths in the world to specialize in kitchen cutlery.
Own an Heirloom-Grade Kramer Knife
Sur La Table is proud to offer premium Bob Kramer knives and cutlery to kickstart or add to your collection. Kramer’s collaboration with Zwilling J.A. Henckels includes a range of professional-grade knives that have been handmade using premium-quality materials and age-old traditions in Seki City, Japan, which has been world-renowned as the Japanese knife-making capital for over 700 years. These knives are made from exceptionally strong, sharp and undeniably beautiful steel alloys, including Damascus steel designed by Kramer himself. Even the handles are made to steal the show with breathtaking materials and a signature pin that has been handcrafted by Kramer in his personal studio in Washington.
Starting your Bob Kramer knife collection from scratch? Pick up a Bob Kramer chef’s knife. This is one of the most versatile, investment-grade kitchen tools you can buy, and it can surely handle any cutting job.
The Bob Kramer Collections
Each Bob Kramer collection is a work of art. A few highlights of his various offerings are as follows:
Although they’re stunning, Bob Kramer knives aren’t just made for show. They’re durable enough for daily use in a high-traffic commercial kitchen, and they’ll surely inspire you to do amazing things in your culinary endeavors.
Created by Master Bladesmith Bob Kramer with legendary German knifemaker Zwilling J.A. Henckels, Bob Kramer knives fuse iconic design, handcrafted quality and unmatched performance with the comfort and versatility required by any modern chef. Kramer has a long, rich history forging premium American knives and is largely considered to be one of the best bladesmiths in the world. He first began selling his cutting-edge creations from his knife shop in Seattle and now works from his studio in Bellingham, Washington, where he creates functional works of art as one of the very few Master Bladesmiths in the world to specialize in kitchen cutlery.
Own an Heirloom-Grade Kramer Knife
Sur La Table is proud to offer premium Bob Kramer knives and cutlery to kickstart or add to your collection. Kramer’s collaboration with Zwilling J.A. Henckels includes a range of professional-grade knives that have been handmade using premium-quality materials and age-old traditions in Seki City, Japan, which has been world-renowned as the Japanese knife-making capital for over 700 years. These knives are made from exceptionally strong, sharp and undeniably beautiful steel alloys, including Damascus steel designed by Kramer himself. Even the handles are made to steal the show with breathtaking materials and a signature pin that has been handcrafted by Kramer in his personal studio in Washington.
Starting your Bob Kramer knife collection from scratch? Pick up a Bob Kramer chef’s knife. This is one of the most versatile, investment-grade kitchen tools you can buy, and it can surely handle any cutting job.
The Bob Kramer Collections
Each Bob Kramer collection is a work of art. A few highlights of his various offerings are as follows:
- Bob Kramer Cumulus blades are cryogenically ice-hardened to 63 Rockwell. Unlike other Bob Kramer knives, Cumulus knives have shallower and smaller handles for a comfortable fit in many different hand sizes. Ivory-like handles made from white linen micarta are durable and wear-resistant.
- Bob Kramer Stainless Damascus Steel knives feature a 100-layer chevron Damascus pattern layered upon an SG2 micro-carbide powder steel core. They have an approximate 65 Rockwell hardness and feature riveted black linen micarta handles.
- Bob Kramer Carbon Steel knives are developed using traditional Japanese knife-making techniques with a straight carbon steel formulation called 52100. These knives are heat-treated to 61 Rockwell.
- Each hand-forged Bob Kramer Meiji knife has an FC61 fine carbide stainless steel core that’s surrounded by 100 layers of nickel and stainless steel. D-shaped Japanese-style handles feature charcoal pakkawood, delivering a secure grip and excellent balance.
Although they’re stunning, Bob Kramer knives aren’t just made for show. They’re durable enough for daily use in a high-traffic commercial kitchen, and they’ll surely inspire you to do amazing things in your culinary endeavors.