With its Wharncliffe blade, rosewood handle and slip joint, The Pike is easily The James Brand’s most grandfatherly knife — in a good way. As with most products from the Portland, Oregon-based outfit, it retains a clean, contemporary vibe.
One need not be a mixologist to appreciate and employ this knife to tackle daily duties. Boasting a blade made of DS93X Rose Damasteel (prized for its rippling sheen, toughness and edge retention), it no doubt has the chops.
If you find the design appealing but crave a bit more pizzazz, you’re in luck. Thanks to a team-up with a hip New York City cocktail institution, a new interpretation maxes out on modern looks and functional tweaks. Meet The James Brand x Death & Co limited-edition Pike.
Not just for crafting cocktails
For any bartender worth their proverbial salt, a knife is a pretty essential tool. How else do you slice a lime for a caipirinha or garnish an Old-Fashioned with a curly-cue sliver of orange peel, after all?
With that in mind, the new Pike possesses a notable distinction from its predecessors. The blade shape evolves from a Wharncliffe to a modified sheepsfoot, which makes sense.
