Vintage Dexter Chef's Knife 240mm Carbon Steel Made in USA 1484

Experience generous reach with a vintage Dexter chef's knife

This pre-owned Dexter chef's knife pairs a recorded 240mm carbon steel blade with a wood handle and three recorded brass rivets. Its blade length offers reach for larger ingredients, with the individual character of vintage American cutlery.

The Specs

• Brand: Dexter
• Knife type: chef's knife
• Blade length recorded: 240mm
• Overall length recorded: 370mm
• Steel recorded: carbon steel; exact grade not specified
• Handle: wood; species not specified
• Handle fasteners recorded: three brass rivets
• Weight recorded: approximately 150g
• Construction previously listed: fully forged, full tang; not independently verified
• Hardness: earlier 58 HRC figure requires verification
• Bevel and edge angle: not recorded
• Origin recorded: USA
• Condition: vintage, pre-owned

Heritage & Use

The Dexter name is retained from this knife's recorded identification. No production date or specific manufacturing history has been established for the individual blade, and its recorded construction does not establish hand forging. The earlier description of exceptional preservation is not treated as a documented condition assessment. Its recorded 240mm length offers options for slicing and general preparation after checking the blade, edge and handle. Carbon steel can develop a natural patina with use and requires prompt drying.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only; never use a dishwasher
• Dry immediately and avoid soaking the wood handle
• Hone only with a method appropriate to the existing edge geometry and condition
• Sharpen on suitable water stones following the existing bevel, or consult a specialist
• Apply a light coat of food-safe oil before extended storage
• Remove active rust rather than treating it as patina
• Store clean and dry with the edge protected; avoid loose drawers