Fiordland Souvenirs
Paua Handle Damascus Premium 8 Inch Chef Knife
Prepare every meal with precision using our Paua Handle Damascus Premium 8 Inch Chef Knife. Designed for exceptional performance and timeless style, this premium chef's knife features a genuine New Zealand Pāua shell handle, showcasing stunning natural blue, green, and violet iridescence. Paired with a razor-sharp VG10 Japanese steel core and beautiful Damascus steel blade, it offers the perfect balance of craftsmanship, beauty, and everyday functionality.
Key Features
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Real New Zealand Pāua Shell: Genuine New Zealand Pāua shell handle showcases unique iridescent colours, making every knife naturally one of a kind.
- 67-Layer Damascus Steel Blade: Beautifully patterned Damascus steel provides exceptional strength, durability, and a striking premium finish.
- Japanese VG10 Steel Core: Precision forged with a VG10 steel core for outstanding edge retention, razor-sharp performance, and long-lasting cutting precision.
- Premium 8 Inch Chef's Knife: A versatile kitchen essential, ideal for chopping, slicing, dicing, mincing, and preparing meat, vegetables, herbs, and fruit.
- Ergonomic Handle: Designed for exceptional comfort, balance, and grip, allowing for confident control during every cut.
Perfect Gift Idea
This premium chef's knife makes an exceptional gift for home cooks, professional chefs, and collectors alike. Combining genuine New Zealand Pāua shell with high-performance Damascus steel craftsmanship, it is perfect for birthdays, weddings, housewarmings, Father's Day, or anyone who appreciates quality kitchen tools. Comes beautifully boxed, and gift ready.
Care Instructions
To maintain its beauty and performance, always hand wash your knife with warm water and dry thoroughly after each use. Never place it in the dishwasher or leave it soaking in water. Store safely once completely dry and use on wooden or plastic cutting boards to help preserve its razor-sharp edge for years to come.
Care Intructions
1. Avoid Moisture & Chemicals
- Remove before swimming, bathing, or using cleaning products.
- Keep away from perfumes, lotions, and sprays.
2. Handle with Care
- Avoid impact as shell can chip or crack.
- Handle with clean, dry hands.
3. Cleaning
- Wipe with a soft cloth after wear and keep dry.
4. Storage
- Store separately in a soft pouch or lined box.
- Keep away from direct sunlight.
5. Wear Thoughtfully
- Remove during sports, gardening, and heavy lifting etc.
Follow these tips to keep your jewellery beautiful and lasting.
Fiordland Souvenir Accessories
Fiordland Souvenirs is a proud New Zealand owned and operated company celebrating the beauty and spirit of Aotearoa through premium tourism accessories and homewares. While we specialise in supplying unique NZ themed souvenirs to retailers, we’re delighted to share our treasures directly with the public as well. From stunning paua shell creations to thoughtful keepsakes, our range is designed to inspire memories of New Zealand’s extraordinary landscapes and culture. Discover the charm of Fiordland Souvenirs and bring a touch of Kiwi magic to your store - or your home.
Packaging - Card or Boxed
All fashion accessories are available in your choice of either a cost effective hanging card, OR a felt jewellery box. Kindly ensure you select your preferred packaging option when placing your order. Please note our NEW style boxes with the mountain are due to come into stock around July 2026.
Why Choose Fiordland Souvenirs?
New Zealand's Favourite Souvenirs Since 1964 🐚
Our People
Fiordland Souvenirs has been proudly New Zealand owned and operated since 1964. Our team is passionate about authentic souvenirs that celebrate Aotearoa’s culture and heritage.
Our Shell
Pāua shell, abundant in the lower South Island, is a stunning natural resource. We craft it into beautiful souvenir jewellery, accessories and giftware, celebrating its unique New Zealand beauty.
Our Mission
To celebrate Aotearoa’s culture and beauty by crafting meaningful souvenir jewellery, giftware and accessories showcasing New Zealand's "gem of the ocean", pāua to create beautiful mementos.
