{"product_id":"camel-bone-handle-damascus-chef-set-hs-163","title":"Camel Bone Handle Damascus Chef Knife Set 5 Pc Leather Sheath – HS-163","description":"\u003cp\u003eCamel bone is one of the oldest natural handle materials in knifemaking — dense, smooth, and distinctive in a way that no synthetic material replicates. Paired with a hand-forged Damascus blade from 15N20 and 1095 carbon steel, the HS-163 is a 5-piece chef knife set built for serious daily use and long-term keeping. Steel boster pins and a brass mosaic pin anchor the handle. A thick leather sheath worn on a belt is included with the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKnife\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 12.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 7.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 11.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 12.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 12.6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8.1 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHS-163\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus Steel (15N20 \u0026amp; 1095 High Carbon Steel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHRC 55–60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Camel Bone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel Boster Pins + Mosaic Pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather (belt-worn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Forged, Full Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBlade \u0026amp; Handle Detail\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each blade is hand forged from a layered billet of 15N20 and 1095 high carbon steel. The Damascus pattern forms during the forging process — 15N20 stays bright after etching, 1095 darkens, producing a high-contrast flowing pattern that is unique to each knife. At 4mm thick, the spine is heavier than most kitchen knife sets, giving each blade excellent spine strength for sustained chopping and prep work without chipping. Hardened to HRC 55–60.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e White camel bone is a traditional knifemaking material prized for its density, natural variation in color and grain, and the way it ages with use. Each handle looks slightly different — the natural streaks and tones in bone mean no two knives are identical. Steel boster pins and a brass mosaic pin are set into the handle during assembly, adding structural reinforcement and a hand-finished detail. The leather sheath is thick and robust, shaped for belt carry and ready for outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome Kitchen Use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor Cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBBQ and Grilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamping Meal Prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHunting Trip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for Dad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for Cook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas Gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthday Gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Collector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite camel bone handle — natural material, unique grain on every knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15N20 \u0026amp; 1095 Damascus — high-contrast pattern, 4mm spine, working edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel boster pins + mosaic pin — traditional construction, hand-assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather belt sheath — included, thick, built for daily and field carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-piece set — blade range 6 to 8.1 inches, full kitchen coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHRC 55–60 — hard enough to hold an edge, tough enough for sustained use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is camel bone and why is it used for knife handles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCamel bone is a dense natural material that has been used in knifemaking for centuries. It's harder than most wood species, takes a smooth finish, and develops a patina over time that makes each handle more distinctive with age. The natural variation in color — from white to cream to light tan — means no two handles look exactly the same. It requires occasional oiling with mineral oil to prevent drying and cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat blade sizes are included in the HS-163?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFive knives with blade lengths of approximately 6\", 7\", 7.5\", 8\", and 8.1\". Overall lengths range from 10.5\" to 12.6\". This set is weighted toward larger blade sizes, making it particularly well-suited for cooks who work with larger proteins, vegetables, and sustained prep tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the 4mm blade thickness practical for kitchen use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The 4mm spine is heavier than typical kitchen knife thickness, which adds forward weight and spine strength for heavy chopping tasks. The blades are still ground with a sharp cutting edge — the thickness is in the spine, not the edge. For cooks who prefer a knife with some mass behind the cut, the 4mm HS-163 blades feel planted and controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I care for a bone-handled knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash and dry immediately after each use — never soak in water or put in a dishwasher. Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil to the bone handles every few months to prevent drying. For the blades, apply mineral or coconut oil before storage to protect the Damascus steel from surface rust. Store in the included leather sheath or a dry knife roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h2\u003e\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\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis knife is intended for adults 18 years of age or older. 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