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Hand-ground blade in Damasteel® DS93X™ Dence Twist™ powder steel – Hrc 61.
Ebony and natural mammoth tusk handle with 935 Argentium® silver spacer and MW logo inlay.
Presentation stand in ebony with 925 sterling silver fittings.
A delicate and stylish expression.
Michael West is known for developing his own modern Nordic design, based on Scandinavian knifemaking traditions.
His approach to knifemaking is modern and has a classic, almost graphic dimension.
The combination of traditional techniques and modern design results in knives that are not only beautiful, but also very aesthetic.
Since its beginnings in 1979, he has worked hard to find the simplicity and essence of the knife - and with great success.
Michael West's work creates a whole where lines, shapes and materials create a natural balance, tension and unity. Here you will find mammoth tusks and molars, semi-precious stones and fossils as well as exotic woods and various exquisite metals, often in captivating combinations.
For those who appreciate the art of knife making, a Michael West knife is a must-have in any collection. His reputation as a skilled knifemaker is well-deserved, with a number of international awards and satisfied customers who have experienced the quality and beauty of his work.
Whether you are a collector or a user of fine knives, a knife from Michael West is sure to impress.
– Best Chef Knife –
“Damasteel Chef Invitational” Online 2021
– Hecht Medal for Craft –
"By the Royal Danish Queen" 2016
– Audience award –
"Ludvika" Sweden Knife Show 2015
– Best art knife –
“Solingen Knife Show” 2014
– Best fixed blade knife –
“Helsinki Knife Show” 2014
– Best Non forgotten, fixblade knife –
“SICAC” Paris 2013
– First prize in Cooperation Knives –
“Danish Knife Association” 2013
– Winner –
“Damascus Cup” 2011
– Winner of Champions Competition –
“Danish Knife Association's” 2007
– Winner –
"InterNordic Knife Competition" 2005
– Audience price, and 3 other prizes –
“Messer Fur Alle” Munich 2005
Here you will find a comprehensive overview of all conditions when you shop at Rune-Jakobsen Design. We have tried to make it as clear and understandable as possible. If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us.
All prices in the webshop are displayed in your local currency. Prices for customers in the EU and Norway always include the applicable local VAT. For more information about customs and duties, see the section below.
Fixed, fair prices: We believe in the value of good craftsmanship, which is why our prices are the same year-round. We do not participate in sales periods like Black Friday, but instead offer fixed benefits:
We offer secure payment with MasterCard, VISA, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Shop Pay and MobilePay. All payment information is sent encrypted (SSL) so that only you and your card provider can read it.
As many of our products are handmade, delivery times vary. Here is an overview:
We ship with GLS, DHL or UPS. The exact options and prices are calculated at checkout based on your location and the weight of the order. Here is an overview of starting prices:
We ship all items from Denmark (EU). Below you can see what this means for you.
If you are purchasing from an EU country, the price you see at checkout is the final price. All prices include your local country's VAT and you will not be charged any additional fees upon delivery.
If you are shopping from Norway, you can feel completely safe. The price you see at checkout is the final and total price. This is because we ship your package as 'Delivered Duty Paid' (DDP).
In other words, you will not be charged any additional costs or fees when importing to Norway.
For countries outside the EU and Norway, orders are shipped as 'Delivered At Place' (DAP). This means that you as the customer are responsible for paying any local import costs (customs, VAT, fees) that are charged by the shipping company upon arrival. These fees are set by local authorities and are beyond our control.
For purchases up to 135 GBP, there is no duty charge. For orders over this amount, you will be charged UK import duties. Read more from the UK authorities here .
Orders placed via the Shop app (from Shopify) will automatically be charged applicable US sales tax. Orders placed directly in our webshop follow the general import rules as described above.
You have 30 days from receipt to notify us that you regret your purchase. After that, you have an additional 8 days to return the item. The right of withdrawal applies to all standard products.
Exception: For custom-made products, the right of withdrawal only applies if this has been agreed in writing in advance.
Return address:
Rune Jakobsen Design
Attn: Kari Rune-Jakobsen
Tiendemarken 14 A, Gudum
9280 Storvorde
Denmark
Danish customers: You can order a return label via Shipmondo here (only applies to cancellations).
Once we have received the returned item, we will refund the full purchase amount.
You have a 2-year warranty on manufacturing and material defects according to the Danish Sales Act. The warranty does not cover defects or wear and tear resulting from improper use, violence or lack of maintenance.
If you wish to make a complaint about an item, please contact us as soon as possible and no later than 14 days after you have discovered the fault. If the complaint is approved, we will of course cover the return costs.
All products are sold "as is" and it is the customer's responsibility to use them safely and appropriately. Rune-Jakobsen Design cannot be held liable for damages resulting from misuse or incorrect use. All content on this website (text, images, design) belongs to Rune-Jakobsen Design and may not be copied without written permission.
Rune Jakobsen Design
by Torben & Kari Rune-Jakobsen
Tiendemarken 14 A, Gudum
9280 Storvorde, Denmark
CVR: DK27029167
Norwegian VOEC: 2060051
If you have any questions, we are here to help.
Telephone: (+45) 42 43 43 93 / (+45) 42 43 23 76
Email: info@rune-jakobsen.dk
As many of our products are handmade to order, delivery times vary. Here is an overview so you know what to expect:
We offer flexible delivery with GLS, DHL or UPS. The exact options and carriers depend on your location and will be presented to you at checkout.
The price for delivery depends on your location and the weight of the shipment. Here is an overview of our starting prices. The final price is always calculated at checkout.
We ship all items from our base in Denmark (EU). Below you can see what this means for you.
If you are purchasing from an EU country, the price you see at checkout is the final price. All prices include your local country's VAT and you will not be charged any additional fees upon delivery.
If you are shopping from Norway, you can feel completely safe. The price you see at checkout is the final and total price. This is because we ship your package as 'Delivered Duty Paid' (DDP).
In other words, you will not be charged any additional costs or fees when importing to Norway.
For other countries outside the EU, orders are sent as 'Delivered At Place' (DAP).
This means for you as a customer:
Worth knowing: Many countries have a de minimis threshold where orders under a certain value are exempt from customs duties. We recommend that you check the applicable rules for your country with your local customs authorities if you are in doubt.
By completing a purchase, you agree to these terms.
For purchases up to 135 GBP, our goods are duty free. For orders over this amount, you will be charged UK import duties. Read more from the UK authorities here .
Starting January 1, 2025, orders placed through the Shop app (from Shopify) will automatically be charged applicable US sales tax at checkout. This applies to all states that have sales tax. Orders placed directly in our webshop (including via Shop Pay) are exempt from this automatic calculation and follow the general import rules as described above.
Rune-Jakobsen Design reserves the right to continuously change and update prices, terms and conditions.
If you have any questions, we are here to help.
Phone: (+45) 42 43 43 93
Email: info@rune-jakobsen.dk
⏎ Right of withdrawal
You have 30 days after receipt to notify us that you regret the purchase, and then you have an additional 8 days to send it back.
The right of withdrawal applies to all standard products in the webshop.
The right of withdrawal and return for custom-made products in special sizes is only valid if a special (written) agreement has been made.
If you regret your purchase and return the item(s), we will refund the full purchase amount when the item(s) are delivered back to us in unused and undamaged condition.
⛓️💥 Complaints
According to the Danish Sales Act, Rune-Jakobsen Design grants a 2-year warranty from the invoice date for manufacturing and material defects (defects).
Complaints about defects or damage to delivered products must be made to Rune-Jakobsen Design within 14 days of receipt of the item(s).
The right of complaint does not cover errors, damage or wear and tear, directly or indirectly resulting from incorrect operation, incorrect maintenance, violence or unauthorized interventions.
If you cancel your purchase, you can use a shipping company of your choice and bear the costs associated with the return.
When returning due to a complaint, Rune-Jakobsen Design will cover the return costs.
Returns must be made to:
Rune Jakobsen Design
Attn: Kari Rune-Jakobsen
Tiendemarken 14 A, Gudum
9280 Storvorde
Denmark
At our core, we are all about the craft and the product itself. To give you the most authentic impression possible, we have chosen to take our own product photos.
Every image you see of our wood products is of a real item we have crafted for a customer. To ensure the best possible presentation, we may digitally adjust sharpness and colours or place the product in a relevant setting using artificial intelligence to better show it in a natural context.
We are constantly expanding our product gallery. As many of our products come in a multitude of sizes and variations, we do not yet have photos of every single one. The image displayed when you make your selection primarily illustrates the chosen type of wood – not necessarily the specific size or design variation.
Wood is a living, natural material, and our passion is to create unique products with character. The grain and play of colours will therefore naturally vary from one product to the next. Please consider our photos as a source of inspiration and an indication of the high quality we deliver.
Do you have questions about a design, size, type of wood, or do you have special requests? Please don't hesitate to contact us at info@rune-jakobsen.dk, and we will guide you to the right choice before you order.
We ship all items from our base in Denmark (EU). Below you can see what this means for you.
If you are purchasing from an EU country, the price you see at checkout is the final price. All prices include your local country's VAT and you will not be charged any additional fees upon delivery.
If you are shopping from Norway, you can feel completely safe. The price you see at checkout is the final and total price. This is because we ship your package as 'Delivered Duty Paid' (DDP).
In other words, you will not be charged any additional costs or fees when importing to Norway.
All orders are shipped as 'Delivered At Place' (DAP). This means that you as the customer are responsible for paying any local import costs (customs, VAT, fees) that are charged by the shipping company upon arrival.
These fees are set by the Swiss authorities and are beyond our control.
We are pleased to inform you that the majority of our products are handcrafted in Denmark or elsewhere in the EU, and therefore qualify for duty-free import under the EU–UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA).
This means:
Because our products are of EU origin, they are generally not subject to UK import duty. We provide all necessary documentation to ensure a smooth customs process.
We are not registered for UK VAT and therefore do not charge VAT at checkout.
Instead, UK VAT (currently 20%) will be charged upon delivery, regardless of order value.
You will be contacted by the courier (typically DHL, UPS, or similar) and asked to pay VAT before the parcel is delivered.
Please note:
This applies to all orders, regardless of total amount.
There may also be a small handling fee charged by the courier for processing UK import VAT.
Notice Regarding Temporary Suspension of Shipping to the U.S.
Following the introduction of technical trade barriers imposed by the U.S. administration on products imported from the EU, we have encountered significant challenges and uncertainties concerning both customs procedures and shipping.
This situation is untenable for both you as a U.S. customer and for us as a European company, so we have decided to temporarily suspend shipments to the United States.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our U.S. customers. Sales will resume once these restrictions are lifted or adjusted to a level we consider fair for our customers and sustainable for our business operations.
If you have an alternative delivery address outside the United States, you are of course welcome to place an order for delivery there.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
For other countries outside the EU, orders are sent as 'Delivered At Place' (DAP).
This means for you as a customer:
Worth knowing: Many countries have a de minimis threshold where orders under a certain value are exempt from customs duties. We recommend that you check the applicable rules for your country with your local customs authorities if you are in doubt.
By completing a purchase, you agree to these terms.
Rune-Jakobsen Design reserves the right to continuously change and update prices, terms and conditions.
If you have any questions, we are here to help.
Phone: (+45) 42 43 43 93
Email: info@rune-jakobsen.dk
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