Some knives are made for the forest, and some are made for the kitchen. Our Pizza Cutter Ulu Knife with Damascus Steel and Premium Wood Handle is made for the table. It is a handmade ulu knife that cuts pizza in one smooth rocking motion, chops herbs in seconds and looks like a piece of art on your counter. Bodacious Knives has hand forged blades in Wazirabad since 2002, and this is the story of why we built it.
What Is an Ulu Knife
The ulu knife is a traditional crescent shaped knife with the handle set on top of a curved blade. It was originally made for everyday work in Arctic communities, and its shape has stayed useful for centuries. Because the handle sits right above the blade, you press down with your whole hand and rock the blade back and forth. That gives control and power without much effort.
Today the ulu is loved in modern kitchens as a pizza cutter knife, a herb chopper and a food slicer. If you have ever used a mezzaluna, you will find the ulu very familiar, with the bonus of a comfortable handle.
Why a Rocking Blade Cuts Pizza So Well
A wheel pizza cutter can drag the cheese and push toppings off the slice. A wide, curved ulu blade works differently. As you rock it, the edge slices through the crust, cheese and toppings in one clean pass, and the whole slice stays where it should be. The blade is about 8 inches wide, so it can cut through a large pizza in just one or two strokes. It is also great for flatbreads, quesadillas and pies.
Hand Forged Damascus Steel Blade
The blade is made from custom hand forged Damascus steel built from 15N20 and 1095 high carbon steel layers. Those layers are forge welded, shaped and etched so the pattern appears in the metal. Every ulu has its own wave pattern, so your Damascus ulu knife is truly one of a kind. At 2.5 mm thick, the blade has enough weight to slice through food but stays balanced and easy to control.
Curious about what Damascus is and how to look after it? Read our Damascus steel knife guide.
Wood Handle, Finger Contours and Leather Sheath
- Premium dark hardwood handle with finger contours, carved so the knife sits comfortably in your hand.
- Three polished metal pins securing a full tang construction for balance and strength.
- Stamped tan leather sheath with a safety snap lock, which protects the edge and makes the knife safe to store or take with you.
Quick Specs at a Glance
- Type: handmade ulu knife / pizza cutter / herb cleaver
- Blade: hand forged Damascus steel (15N20 and 1095 layers)
- Blade width: about 8 inches
- Blade thickness: 2.5 mm
- Handle: premium dark hardwood with finger contours and three metal pins
- Sheath: stamped tan leather with a snap lock
Because every knife is made by hand, sizes can vary slightly. Please check the product page for current details.
More Ways to Use Your Ulu in the Kitchen
- Chop herbs, garlic and onions by rocking the blade over the pile.
- Slice pizza, flatbread and pies.
- Cut cheese, cooked meats and boards of charcuterie.
- Prepare salads and soft vegetables.
- Serve fresh pizza and let guests admire the blade at the table.
A Gift Pizza Lovers and Cooks Will Remember
This Damascus ulu makes a distinctive gift for cooks, a gift for pizza lovers, a housewarming present or a wedding gift. It arrives with its own leather sheath, so it feels like a complete, premium set. If you are buying for a home cook who already has everything, a handmade piece with a story is a great choice.
How to Care for Your Damascus Ulu
- Hand wash with mild soap and dry it straight away. Do not use a dishwasher.
- Wipe on a thin layer of food safe oil now and then to protect high carbon steel.
- Cut on wood or plastic boards, not on stone or glass.
- Keep it in the leather sheath in a dry place.
- Sharpen gently on a whetstone, following the curve of the blade. Our guide on how to sharpen and maintain your knife explains the basics.
Handmade by Bodacious Knives
Bodacious Knives is a family workshop from Wazirabad and a registered USA-based company. We ship worldwide with tracking. View the Pizza Cutter Ulu Knife, browse more kitchen accessories, or request a quote for custom and bulk orders. Retailers can visit our wholesale page.