The Fundamentals
As featured in goop, Vogue, Epicurious and GQ. Seven pieces of kitchenware you’ll reach for every day, for every meal. Each item serves a fundamental purpose (or two or three), and is designed down to its finest detail using high-end materials.
Wood Color: Maple + Beech
Handle Color: Almost Black
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About The Fundamentals
The 8" Knife
"The quality of this knife is amazing and the first meal we cooked with them quickly showed how much we've been missing a good chef's knife! Not to mention the neutral colored handle offers a beautiful design element." - Ryan T.
The Features
Japanese steel
Three layers of Japanese steel for unmatched strength and easy-to-care-for resilience.
Razor edge
The incredibly sharp 26 degree edge is cryogenically tempered to ensure it holds up over time.
Perfect balance
A full-tang design, evenly balanced at the bolster for that “feels just right in your hand” sensation.
Comfy grip
A stain-resistant composite handle, finished with matte for a comfortable and slightly grippy feel.
The Uses
Butcher cuts of beef
Carve a roast chicken
Chop fruits, veggies and herbs
Smash garlic cloves
The Almost 4" Knife
"Looks great in the kitchen, works beautifully, and has a heft that really adds some ease (and gravitas!) to the cooking process. Have been raving about it to all of our friends!" - Alexander M.
The Features
Japanese steel
Three layers of Japanese steel for unmatched strength and easy-to-care-for resilience.
Razor edge
The incredibly sharp 26 degree edge is cryogenically tempered to ensure it holds up over time.
Perfect size
The pointy tip and sharp edge of this 3.5-inch paring knife make it ideal for for detailed tasks.
Comfy grip
A stain-resistant composite handle, finished with matte for a firm, slightly grippy feeling.
The Uses
Peel fruits and veggies
Remove seeds from spicy peppers
Devein shrimp
Release cakes from the pan
The Only Tongs
A useful and underutilized staple. These weighty, stainless steel tongs are dishwasher safe, virtually indestructible, and designed with a few tricks up their sleeve. (Dimensions: 12" long)
The Features
One-handed wonder
A hidden mechanism for easy one-hand locking. Up to lock, down to unlock.
Clean shape
An angled head keeps drippy foods from caking up your countertop.
Secret spoon
The head of these tongs doubles as a spoon (a.k.a. the perfect basting companion).
Stainless steel
Heavy duty stainless steel makes these stove-ready, grill-ready, table-ready, and dishwasher-safe.
The Uses
Baste steak or fish
Transfer cooked noodles
Toss salads or roasted veggies
Flip crispy bacon
The Wood Spoon
A timeless classic, reimagined with modern nuance. Crafted from American walnut or European beech that look even better as they age. (Dimensions: 13" long)
The Features
Angled head
Glide around edges of your pans to deglaze delicious crispy bits and bring your flavors to the next level.
Wood detail
No two spoons are identical, thanks to unique graining from European beech and American Walnut.
Non-stick friendly
Gentle enough to scrape flavor from your dutch oven or non-stick surface without scraping the pan.
The Uses
Deglaze crispy bits
Scramble eggs to perfection
Taste your sauces
Sautée literally anything
Hang and dry fresh pasta
The Metal Spoon
A beautifully updated classic that’s one part indispensable cooking tool, one part serving utensil, and one part plating assistant. (Dimensions: 13" long)
The Features
Smart math
No need for a measuring cup. The bowl of The Metal Spoon holds exactly ¼ cup of liquid.
Stainless steel
Made from stainless steel and balanced near the handle for extra smooth stirring and sautéeing.
Stove to table
Plate your dishes and serve up your sides with the same good-looking tool that made the meal.
Comfy grip
A stain-resistant (dishwasher-safe) handle, finished with matte for a firm, slightly grippy feeling.
The Uses
Measure liquids on the fly
Mix couscous
Skim a layer off sauces
Plate your creations
The Slotted Spatula
When a spatula is this strong and this flexible, you’ll forget every other one-off turner taking up space in the junk drawer. (Dimensions: 13" long)
The Features
Slotted design
Excess oil drips through the slots, making this the perfect tool for frying in a shallow pan.
Flexible strength
Flexible enough to flip a delicate fish, and strong enough to hold a bone-in pork chop.
Beveled edge
Easily cut through and serve anything in a casserole pan (think brownies, lasagna and other healthy stuff).
Comfy grip
A stain-resistant (dishwasher-safe) handle, finished with matte for a firm, slightly grippy feeling.
The Uses
Turn a delicate piece of fish
Fold an omelette
Flip over fluffy pancakes
Scoop roasted veggies
Serve up lasagna
The Base
The perfect update to the standard knife block and utensil holder. Choose from 100% American walnut, maple, or midnight black. (Dimensions: 9.5" high, 6" wide, 5" deep)
The Features
Hidden attraction
The magnetic inner wall holds your knives safely and keeps them neatly organized and easily accessible without dulling your blade’s tips.
Holder of all things
Ample storage for your favorite tools and up to three knives.
Sleek look
Modern design that complements any countertop, keeping everything organized and easy to reach.