Melbourne craftsman, Joff Manders hand forges each of his individual knives from high carbon steel billets; hand-ground, forge-heat treated and tempered.   The knives are fitted with handles crafted from Australian native timbers, finished with natural oils and waxes.  High carbon steel knives have been traditionally preferred by butchers and chefs for their ability to acquire and hold a fine cutting edge.  Joff’s knives each have their own unique characteristics, right down to the decorative shell or opal inlays embedded in each handle.