Daovua Knives

Daovua knives are hand forged in Vietnam by the Nhat family, a small blacksmith operation CKTG discovered several years ago and has championed ever since. The blades are made from recycled automotive leaf spring steel, typically 5160 carbon, the same alloy several respected custom blacksmiths seek out for their own work. Fit and finish carry an honest, rustic character, but the grind and heat treatment consistently surprise buyers expecting a novelty rather than a genuine working knife. Line cooks and working chefs in particular have become devoted fans, prizing the toughness, the ease of sharpening, and the unbeatable value at every price point in the line.