Solution-Based Designs That Make Cooking More Fun & Easy
ABOUT THE DESIGNERS KEN ONION
Solution-Based Designs That Make Cooking More Fun & Easy
Our RAIN, SKY, and CASCADE Series of kitchen knives are designed by world-renowned knife designer, Ken Onion, the youngest inductee in the Knifemaker’s Hall of Fame. In 2013 our knives received
The Ken Onion Culinary Design + Stratus Culinary partnership is
the Kitchen Knife of the Year award
committed to making solution-based designed knives in America
by Blade Magazine, the highest
without compromise or concession. This exciting partnership is
honor in the knife industry.
the culmination of Ken’s passion, history of innovation and desire to support and advance the American knife industry. Through a
Ken’s cutlery designs combine the most advanced production
combination of advanced production technologies and modern
technologies and an exhaustive study of ergonomics, style, shapes,
materials, this specific range offers a pioneering Made-in-the-USA
and materials. Ken has created the kitchen knives that are both visually
knife collection that can compete with the best in the world. In the
stunning and outperform the world’s leading brands.
process, RAIN, SKY, a nd CASCADE Series of kitchen knives create domestic manufacturing jobs, strengthening the US knife industry, and helping create a new generation of knife craftsmen for the future.
QuIntin Middleton Mr. Middleton has been producing
Whether cooking is your passion, profession or both; we create knives and tools designed to ensure everything you COOK exceeds expectation.
knives since 2003 and has had the fortune to be mentored by fellow South Carolina master bladesmith, Jason Knight. Jason calls Quintin “the GQ craftsman. Full of artistry, craftsmanship and style.” Other influences found in Quintin’s work include greats
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Quintin partnered with Stratus Culinary to support our solution-based product concept and created unique culinary tools that work better.
At Stratus Culinary, we believe in crafting the finest kitchen knives and tools designed for the culinary enthusiast at home and in the professional kitchen. Many of our ranges are proudly made in America.
“Passion and skill. In every knife.” -Quintin Middleton
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such as Jerry Hucks, Michael Rader, and the legendary Bob Kramer.
Slicing Knives
Ken Onion creates solution-based designs by addressing issues in the
Inspired by the graceful draw back Japanese cutting motion, each of
kitchen that other knife companies ignore. These designs were created
these blades is textured along the spine creating a stabilizing index
to help you work better, more efficiently, and more ergonomically,
finger rest. The 9” slicer has a gentle curve that creates less drag
making difficult tasks easier.
along the length of the blade, promoting a cleaner slice. The 9” bread knife features a special reverse scallop edge that allows bread and
DESIGNS
Solution-Based Designs
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cake to be cut with the fewest crumbs.
work better, more efficiently, and more ergonomically
9” (230mm) SLICER 9” (230mm) BREAD Knife
Go-To Knives Cook’s Knives
Created to be the knives you reach for the most, the Ken Onion “Go-To”
The best cook’s knife feels like an extension of your hand: seamless,
category is based on shapes that solve real problems for real chefs.
balanced and easy to use. The Ken Onion Cook’s Knives are designed
From a variation on the well-balanced and specialty Santoku shape,
to work with you. They combine a signature drop handle and control
to an inspired evolution of a do-it-all utility knife, to a graceful curved-
bump that lets you use the knife smoothly and efficiently. Our design
edge blade perfect for fish and poultry, these knives are more than a
reduces forearm stress and offers increased stability. Generous belly
specialized support cast. They are spotlight worthy all on their own.
curve blades mean that both the classic forward slicing motion, and the rocking motion cut can be effectively utilized while maintaining maximum blade performance. 10” (255mm) COOK’S Knife 8” (205mm) COOK’S Knife 6” (150mm) COOK’S Knife 4” (105mm) COOK’S Knife
8½” (216mm) FUSION Knife 7” (180mm) SANTILITY Knife 6” (150mm) CURVED FILET Knife 6” (150mm) STRAIGHT UTILITY Knife 6” (150mm) SUPREME UTILITY Knife
Detail Knives It takes a unique vision to see an opportunity for breakthrough in the most common places. The Ken Onion Detail Knives focus on design enhancements to the small knives of the chef’s range, elevating their function and performance to entirely new levels. Angled handles allow board. A paring knife designed to work with the natural, towards-thebody motion. A combo-edge blade that cuts ripe fruit as easily as it bones delicate meat. These detail options will make you rethink the role of your smallest knives. 4” (105mm) Multi-purpose DETAIL KNIFE (SERRATED) 4” (105mm) DETAIL Knife 3” (75mm) REVERSE PARING knife
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you to mince, cut and pare without hitting your fingers on the cutting
SKY
The SKY range is constructed of one of the most advanced, durable and rust-resistant steels. The blades are constructed of BD1N steel by Carpenter Technology Corporation, which uses liquid nitrogen to create a new type of stainless steel with a 63HRC rating. This results in one of
6" (150mm) COOK’S Knife | SKYE-COOK-0600 | UPC 888106005354
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the best performing knives with one of the longest edge lives available in kitchen cutlery. The G-10 handles have been bead-blasted to provide a matte finish, and more durable, non-slip grip. The SKY pattern on the blade
6" (150mm) CURVED FILET Knife | SKYE-FILE-0600 | UPC 888106005415
emulates stratus cumulus clouds and continues Ken Onion’s tradition of creating stunning and stick-resistant surfaces. 6" (150mm) STRAIGHT UTILITY Knife | SKYE-STRU-0600 | UPC 888106005408
6" (150mm) SUPREME UTILITY Knife SKYE-SUPU-0600 | UPC 888106005422 10" (255mm) COOK’S Knife | SKYE-COOK-1000 | UPC 888106005330
4" (105mm) COOK’S Knife | SKYE-COOK-0400 | UPC 888106005361 9" (230mm) SLICER | SKYE-SLIC-0900 | UPC 888106005378
4" (105mm) Multi-purpose DETAIL KNIFE (SERRATED) | SKYE-MUPD-040S | UPC 888106005446
9" (230mm) BREAD Knife | SKYE-BRED-0900 | UPC 888106005385 4" (105mm) DETAIL Knife | SKYE-DETL-0400 | UPC 888106005460
8½" (216mm) FUSION Knife | SKYE-FUSI-0850 | UPC 888106005613
3" (75mm) REVERSE PARING knife | SKYE-REVP-0300 | UPC 888106005453
7" (180mm) SANTILITY Knife | SKYE-SANY-0700 | UPC 888106005392
7 piece BLOCK SET SKYE-bset-070T | UPC 888106005484
9 piece BLOCK SET SKYE-bset-090T | UPC 888106005477
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8" (205mm) COOK’S Knife | SKYE-COOK-0800 | UPC 888106005347
RAIN
This popular range utilizes the newest technology to create the most precision kitchen blades possible. RAIN knives are created using American-made high-carbon stainless steel that has been hardened up to 61HRC and laser-cut to
6" (150mm) COOK’S Knife | RAIN-COOK-0600 | UPC 678544971492
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a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch. The blades are then treated with a proprietary process that creates the stunning rain-drop pattern. The knives are not only beautiful, but functional as well; the highs and lows of this
6" (150mm) CURVED FILET Knife | RAIN-FILE-0600 | UPC 678544971553
pattern reduce surface tension and prevent food from sticking to the blade. The handles are made of G-10, a fiberglass-infused laminated resin material. G-10 is heat and moisture-resistant, making it one of the most durable
6" (150mm) STRAIGHT UTILITY Knife | RAIN-STRU-0600 | UPC 678544971546
materials possible for daily use.
6" (150mm) SUPREME UTILITY Knife | RAIN-SUPU-0600 | UPC 678544971560 10" (255mm) COOK’S Knife | RAIN-COOK-1000 | UPC 678544971478
4" (105mm) COOK’S Knife | RAIN-COOK-0400 | UPC 678544971508 9" (230mm) SLICER | RAIN-SLIC-0900 | UPC 678544971515 4" (105mm) Multi-purpose DETAIL KNIFE (SERRATED) | RAIN-MUPD-040S | UPC 678544971584
9" (230mm) BREAD Knife | RAIN-BRED-0900 | UPC 678544971522 4" (105mm) DETAIL Knife | RAIN-DETL-0400 | UPC 678544971607
3" (75mm) REVERSE PARING knife | RAIN-REVP-0300 | UPC 678544971591 8½" (216mm) FUSION Knife | RAIN-FUSI-0850 | UPC 888106005606
7" (180mm) SANTILITY Knife | RAIN-SANY-0700 | UPC 678544971539
7 piece BLOCK SET RAIN-bset-070T | UPC 678544971621
9 piece BLOCK SET RAIN-bset-090T | UPC 678544971614
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8" (205mm) COOK’S Knife | RAIN-COOK-0800 | UPC 678544971485
CASCADE
The CASCADE Series combines state of the art materials, a truly ergonomic blade shape and job specific safety grip handles, precisely designed for each unique cutting motion in the kitchen. This results in culinary instruments that are superior in both form and function. CASCADE is a true
6" (150mm) COOK’S Knife | SB42-COOK-0600 | UPC 678544973274
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workhorse series of kitchen knives, ideal for both commercial and home use. The 420HC steel, heavy duty and dishwasher safe knives are made to last a lifetime. The handles are constructed of durable glass filled polypropylene,
6" (150mm) CURVED FILET Knife | SB42-FILE-0600 | UPC 678544973335
and are highly impervious to moisture and are heat resistant. 6" (150mm) STRAIGHT UTILITY Knife | SB42-STRU-0600 | UPC 678544973328
10" (255mm) COOK’S Knife | SB42-COOK-1000 | UPC 678544973250
6" (150mm) SUPREME UTILITY Knife | SB42-SUPU-0600 | UPC 678544973342
4" (105mm) COOK’S Knife | SB42-COOK-0400 | UPC 678544973281
9" (230mm) SLICER | SB42-SLIC-0900 | UPC 678544973298
4" (105mm) Multi-purpose DETAIL KNIFE (SERRATED) | SB42-MUPD-040S | UPC 678544973366
9" (230mm) BREAD Knife | SB42-BRED-0900 | UPC 678544973304
4" (105mm) DETAIL Knife | SB42-DETL-0400 | UPC 678544973380
3" (75mm) REVERSE PARING knife | SB42-REVP-0300 | UPC 678544973373
7" (180mm) SANTILITY Knife | SB42-SANY-0700 | UPC 678544973311
7 piece BLOCK SET SB42-bset-070T | UPC 888106005484
9 piece BLOCK SET SB42-bset-090T | UPC 888106005477
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8" (205mm) COOK’S Knife | SB42-COOK-0800 | UPC 678544973267
RECURVE
Patent Pending The unique patent pending RECURVE Steak Knife is designed to provide a clean cut that results in a better tasting steak. A piece of steak cut with a sharp knife retains more of its juices and is more
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flavorful, but ceramic dinner plates can easily dull an edge. Our unique blade geometry allows the knife to say sharper longer by keeping the main part of the cutting edge away from the surface of the plate. The tip of the knife has a special reverse scallop serration that will not tear the steak as it cuts. The RECURVE Steak Knife is forged from high grade German stainless steel with a durable handle material which is completely dishwasher safe.
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STEAK KNIFE | ACES-STEK-0105S | UPC 888106005712
ACCESSORIES
KNIFE ACCESSORIES Quality materials combined with unique designs, our accessories A safe and ergonomically designed oyster
420 Stainless Steel
knife that includes a built-in bottle opener.
Strong ergonomic handle
Enjoy a delicious frosty beverage while
Limited lifetime warranty
opening oysters.
Dishwasher safe
perfectly complement our ranges of kitchen knives and tools.
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Durable high quality wood Angle promotes edge retention OAK KNIFE BLOCK ACES-BLCK-0001 | UPC 678544971652
THE brewshucker | ACES-OYSTER | UPC 888106005668
Durable high quality wood Stores and displays most kitchen knives OAK KNIFE CRADLE | ACES-CRAD-0001 | UPC 678544971669
Multi-purpose An innovative shellfish tool that opens
420 Stainless Steel
crab and lobster joints without the need
Strong ergonomic handle
of a cracker. Peels and deveins shrimp in
Limited lifetime warranty
one motion.
Dishwasher safe
Easily pull apart for quick cleaning TAKE APART SHEARS | ACES-SHEA-0001 | UPC 678544971638
Ergonomically designed to keep knives sharp 9" SHARPENING STEEL | ACES-SHAR-0900 | UPC 678544971645
Self-healing THE KRAKEN | ACES-SHELLFISH | UPC 888106005675
Resists bacteria REVERSIBLE MAPLE AND CORK CUTTING BOARD (14”x10”) BORD-MAPC-1410 | UPC 678544971966 REVERSIBLE MAPLE AND CORK CUTTING BOARD (18”x13”) BORD-MAPC-1813 | UPC 678544971973
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2-sided Cork inlay/American Maple
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