Hakkapella Bird’s Beak Parer

As a formally trained chef, Don Carlos Andrade knows how to design a high-performing culinary tool. As a sculptor, artist, and knifemaker of more than two decades, each object is as unique and beautiful as it is functional. This, the first bird’s beak style paring knife from Don’s California studio, checks all the boxes. Meticulously shaped by hand, the blade is made from Damasteel stainless damascus steel with a thin, sharp edge, slim, pointed tip, and thoughtfully designed profile for all manner of handheld carving and peeling work. Detail carvings for a comfortable, tactile experience and artful finish grace the handle sculpted from vintage International Paper Company bleached linen micarta in a form that tapers in a way as to maneuver the blade profile with maximum control and efficiency. Asymmetrical at the rear with rounded edges and elegant lines, the handle is elevated further by Don’s trademark, round, translucent green G10 inlay.