Milk Street Limited Edition Ulu Knife

When we need a blade that makes quick work of chopping, mincing and slicing, we turn to the ulu knife—a rocker knife with ties to the cultures of the Arctic dating back 5,000 years. Our version, designed exclusively for Milk Street by Massachusetts-based New England Knives, features a smooth, comfortable walnut handle and a rust-resistant blade made from high carbon steel. The blade is passed through a rolling mill, giving it a stunning, rustic finish, before the edge is ground by hand by trained craftsmen. Rock the ulu back and forth to mince woody herbs, chop nuts or chocolate or slice veggies like cucumbers, carrots and celery. Use the wide blade like you would a bench scraper to scoop and transfer ingredients–which helps streamline workflow and reduces messes.

Also available with an exclusive Specialty Knife Sheath that’s designed to fit snugly over Milk Street’s ulu knife. The handmade leather sheath protects the swooping blade from dulling, while preventing accidents in storage. Simply place the knife in the sheath and snap the fastening strap closed. You’ll never worry about nicking your fingers or chipping the curved edge in a crowded drawer again. It’s also great device for when you need to bring an ulu on the road. Each sheath is crafted by hand and pressed with a small steel die to reveal our “177” logo on the front. Given the handmade nature of the leather sheath, there are minor variations in color, grain and texture.