Handcrafted by GreBec Knives, the Live Oak English Trade Knife #414 is a versatile kitchen and utility knife inspired by 18th-century English trade knives—rugged, reliable tools that served early American households, fur traders, and frontiersmen.Part of our Florida Wood Series, this knife features sustainably sourced, stabilized Florida Live Oak from a storm-downed tree near our home. This exceptionally hard wood was carefully dried and stabilized to ensure long-term durability, stability, and natural 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 10 1/4″ overall with a 5 7/8″ trailing-point blade, the Live 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 deep brown tones, accented by natural variation that makes each knife truly one of a kind. Secured with mild steel pins, the stabilized Live Oak provides exceptional density, hardness, and rot resistance, making it well suited for lifelong use in the kitchen. These knives are a favorite with home cooks and market shoppers alike and routinely sell out thanks to their heirloom quality, low-maintenance appeal, and dependable cutting performance.

Optional Custom Leather Sheath for the Live Oak English Trade Knife #414

Upgrade the Live Oak English Trade Knife #414 with a handcrafted pouch sheath made from vegetable-tanned leather. Each sheath is hand-cut and dyed using our house-brewed Vinegaroon Black or Oak Bark Brown dye, then hand-stitched with heavy linen thread and beeswax-sealed for added water resistance. This traditional sheath design offers secure storage while complementing the knife’s historic character.

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: 10 1/4″
• Weight: 4.65 oz
• Blade Length: 5 7/8″
• Blade Width: 1″
• Blade Thickness: 3/32″
• Blade Style: Trailing Point
• Blade Finish: Antiqued
• Blade Material: 1095 High Carbon Steel
• Handle Material: Stabilized Florida Live Oak with mild steel pins
• Sheath Options: Custom veg-tanned leather, dyed with Black Vinegaroon or Brown Oak Bark