LEFKAS KNIVES
ANDREAS MALAKASIS
My name is Andreas malakasis (Balomenos). I was born in Athens but I live in Lefkas, where my family comes from. I have been working making knives, and especially with making of traditional lefkadian knife (porsaniko), for the last 10 years.
It is a long-lasting tradition which goes back to 1684-1789, when Italians and especially Venetians, occupied the island of Lefkas.
TRADITIONAL LEFKADIAN KNIVES
Lefkadian Knives
MADE WITH LOVE AND PASSION
UNIQUE DESIGNS
HANDMADE TRADITIONAL LEFKADIAN KNIVES
HANDMADE KNIVES FOR GENERAL USE
General purpose knives
MATERIALS
Top quality raw materials sculpted with endless love and passion for excellence.
STEEL
I use high quality carbon steel 5160, 52100. Heat treated and hardened in a hand furnace and hand forged.
LEATHER
All the knife cases are made of excellent quality French leather that does not rust their blades and is made to protect them.
WOOD
I use excellent quality wood for the wooden sheaths of the knives from trees such as Oak, Despotaki, Iroko and Olive for great durability and a traditional design that stands out.
Lefkadian Knifemaking
KNIFE MAKER ANDREAS MALAKASIS ( BALOMENOS )
Make your own knife
We provide the ability to write on the blade the name, dedication or whatever else the owner wishes.
Traditional way of making
All knives are made entirely by hand, using traditional methods and techniques from start to the end.
Quality & Durability
The quality and durability of the knives are excellent because I use certified materials of the highest quality.
Tailored to your requirements
I make the knife according to your requirements, engraving on the blade the text, dedication or the name you wish.