Bur Oak French Trade Knife #411

Handcrafted by GreBec Knives, the Bur Oak French Trade Knife #411 is a versatile kitchen and utility knife inspired by 18th-century French trade knives—rugged, reliable tools that served early American households, fur traders, and frontiersmen. Part of our exclusive Florida Wood Series, this knife features sustainably sourced, stabilized Florida Bur Oak from a tree that was a safety hazard and causing issues with a drive-way.  The wood was dried and stabilized to ensure lasting stability and beauty. Home cooks and market shoppers love these knives—they sell out fast at every display thanks to its heirloom quality, low-maintenance appeal over raw woods, and razor-sharp edge holding through heavy prep sessions

Measuring 9 3/4″ overall with a 5 1/2″ drop-point blade, the Bur Oak Trade Knife excels at slicing vegetables, carving meats, and everyday prep. Its finely honed convex grind delivers excellent edge retention and effortless cutting. The full-tang blade is crafted from 1095 high-carbon steel and finished with an antiqued patina that develops character over time while offering added corrosion resistance.

The handle showcases striking figured grain in warm golden-brown tones accented by natural grains. The natural variations in the grain make each knife truly unique.  Secured with mild steel pins, the stabilized Burr Oak offers exceptional hardness, density, and rot resistance for lifelong durability in the kitchen.

Optional Custom Leather Sheath for the Bur Oak Trade Knife #411

Upgrade with a handcrafted pouch sheath made from vegetable-tanned leather, hand-cut and dyed with our house-brewed Vinegaroon or Oak Bark dye. Each sheath is hand-stitched with heavy linen thread, then beeswax-sealed for added water resistance.

Care & Maintenance

As with all high-carbon steel blades, hand-wash promptly, dry thoroughly.  Before storing, apply a light coat of food-safe oil or Wiseman Axe & Knife Wax. The antiqued patina will continue to deepen with use, enhancing protection and character. Store in a dry place. Visit our Knife Care page for full care instructions.

Specifications

• Overall Length: 9 3/4″
• Weight: 4.2 oz
• Blade Length: 5 1/2″
• Blade Width: 1 1/16″
• Blade Thickness: 3/32″
• Blade Style: Drop Point
• Blade Finish: Antiqued
• Blade Material: 1095 High Carbon Steel
• Handle Material: Stabilized Florida Bur Oak with mild steel pins
• Sheath Options: Custom veg-tanned leather, dyed with Black Vinegaroon or Brown Oak Bark