Meet the ultimate kitchen knife. The Dante’s Inferno 10” Chef Knife with a Dyed Big Leaf Maple handle ($4,500) by Kramer Knives-offered in both unfinished Patina (shown) or Polished variants. Created with Damascus, or pattern welded steel is the process of combining multiple steel to achieve strength and aesthetic beauty. The mastermind behind the carbon steel is Bob Kramer who has recently partnered with Shun Knives to create the Shun Bob Kramer Knives available at William Sonoma.

Still not impressed? A recent testimonial reads, “It´s difficult sleeping at night knowing the knife is over 50 feet away. I am considering putting my knife bag under the bed, but my wife is uneasy about the whole idea” To get your hands on one his exclusive works of art requires you to email Kramer directly, but be prepared to wait, the order list is closed for the next 3+ years which just keeps adding to the lore.