Personalized Copper River Knife

Alexandra Paliwoda’s hand-forged tool was inspired by the ulu, an all-purpose knife used by the Inuit people for an impressive array of tasks—from chopping food to shaping blocks of ice to build igloos. A curved, easy-grip handle and beveled blade allow the knife to make quick work of fresh herbs, cheese, and crispy pizza, and a hand-forged, notched-steel stand offers convenient storage and display. Alexandra’s romantic design is inspired by the Copper River as it flows through the untamed wilderness from its base at the Copper Glacier in Alaska’s Wrangell St. Elias National Park. The back of each piece is hand-stamped with the artist’s signature, an anvil with mountains and trees. Add a personal touch with two short lines of text, like a name and year. Handmade in Montana.