{"product_id":"ash-wood-damascus-chef-knife-set-leather-cover-hs-124","title":"Ash Wood Handle Damascus Chef Knife Set 5 Pcs Leather Cover | HS-124","description":"\u003cp\u003eFive hand-forged Damascus blades fitted with Ash Wood handles and packed in a leather cover — this set brings a lighter, more open-grained wood into the kitchen knife lineup. Ash Wood has a pale, straight grain with a slightly coarser texture than Rosewood or Wenge, giving each handle a clean, natural look that works well in both modern and traditional kitchen settings. The leather cover keeps all five knives organized and protected between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus Steel (Layered High Carbon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Tang, Hand Forged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsh Wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet Includes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Chef \/ Kitchen Knives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather Cover Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Wash Only — Never Dishwasher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandle \u0026amp; Blade Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsh Wood is a strong, flexible hardwood with a pale cream-to-light-brown color and a straight, open grain. It's lighter in color than most knife handle woods, which gives this set a clean, understated look compared to darker handle materials. The full tang runs the full length of the handle, keeping the blade and handle locked together without flex. The Damascus blade is hand-forged and ground to a sharp working edge — the layered pattern across the blade face is unique to each knife since every one is forged individually. Minor variation in pattern between knives in the set is expected and normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsh Wood Handle Damascus Chef Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 Piece Handmade Damascus Kitchen Knife Set USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather Cover Kitchen Knife Set Gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Tang Damascus Chef Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Wood Handle Kitchen Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas Gift Damascus Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthday Gift Kitchen Knives for Her\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousewarming Gift Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome Cook Damascus Knife Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade Damascus Kitchen Knife Gift Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-piece Damascus chef knife set — Ash Wood handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsh Wood — pale, straight grain, lightweight feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction — solid balance throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered Damascus blade — unique pattern on every knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather cover included — organized storage for all five knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged and hand-ground — 100% handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlight variation per knife is normal and part of the handmade character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is Ash Wood and how does it compare to other handle materials?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAsh Wood is a pale, straight-grained hardwood that's lighter in color than Rosewood, Wenge, or Walnut. It has a slightly coarser, more open grain texture and a clean, natural appearance. It's strong and flexible, making it a practical handle material that holds up well in kitchen environments with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this set come with any storage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — a leather cover is included with the set. It holds all five knives and protects the blades during storage or transport. For long-term storage, remove the knives from the leather cover periodically — leather can retain moisture over time, which may affect high-carbon Damascus blades if left in contact for extended periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this a good gift set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the leather cover presentation makes this set gift-ready. The Ash Wood handle gives it a clean, natural look that works for a wide range of recipients. It's a practical gift for home cooks, new homeowners, or anyone who appreciates handmade kitchen tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I care for the Ash Wood handles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand wash only and dry immediately after use. Occasionally apply a small amount of food-safe mineral oil to the handle to keep the wood from drying out. Avoid soaking or leaving the knives wet — prolonged moisture exposure can cause any wood handle to swell or crack over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kitchen-knives-set\"\u003eKitchen Knives Set\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chef-knives\"\u003eChef Knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cleaver-knives\"\u003eCleaver Knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ulu-knives\"\u003eUlu Knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fillet-knives\"\u003eFillet Knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis knife is intended for adults 18 years of age or older. 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