{"product_id":"damascus-chef-knife-buffalo-horn-wood-handle","title":"Damascus Chef Knife — Buffalo Horn \u0026 Wood Handle with Leather Sheath","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDamascus Blade. Buffalo Horn \u0026amp; Wood Handle. Kiritsuke Profile.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA handmade Damascus steel chef knife built for serious cooks and collectors who want a kitchen knife that is as beautiful as it is functional. The blade features a layered wood-grain Damascus pattern in a kiritsuke-style profile — wide at the heel and tapering to a precise pointed tip. The three-section handle combines dark buffalo horn with alternating leather and wood spacer rings for a grip that is both striking and comfortable. Ships with a hand-tooled brown leather sheath. Browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/chef-knives\"\u003eChef Knives Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more handmade kitchen knife designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKiritsuke \/ Chef Profile — Wide Heel, Tapered Tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLayered Wood-Grain Damascus Pattern, Etched Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone — Blade Flows Directly Into Handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-Section — Dark Buffalo Horn (Front) + Alternating Leather \u0026amp; Wood Spacer Rings (Middle) + Dark Buffalo Horn Cap (Rear)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 12 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 58–60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium Brown Leather — Tree \u0026amp; Grass Embossed Pattern, Brass Snap Button, Tan Stitching, Belt Loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 0.5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHome Chefs \u0026amp; Cooking Enthusiasts | Outdoor Camp Cooking | Kitchen Knife Collectors | Housewarming Gift | Wedding Gift | Chef’s Gift | Christmas Gift | Father’s Day Gift | Premium Kitchen Display | Men \u0026amp; Women Who Love Handcrafted Cookware\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus steel blade — layered wood-grain pattern, etched finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiritsuke\/chef profile — wide heel for rocking cuts, tapered tip for precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-section handle — dark buffalo horn + leather \u0026amp; wood spacer rings + buffalo horn cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo guard — clean blade-to-handle transition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction for balance and strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-tooled brown leather sheath with tree embossed pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Damascus Steel Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from Damascus steel with a distinctive layered wood-grain pattern etched across the full blade flat. The kiritsuke-style profile features a wide heel for efficient chopping and a tapered pointed tip for precision slicing and detail work. The etched finish gives the blade a dark, dramatic appearance that highlights the natural Damascus layers. For more handmade Damascus kitchen knives, explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/chef-knives\"\u003eChef Knives Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Buffalo Horn \u0026amp; Wood Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handle is built in three sections — a dark black buffalo horn front section flows into alternating brown leather rings and dark wood spacer rings in the middle, finished with a dark buffalo horn cap at the rear. The combination of natural materials creates a visually striking grip with excellent texture and balance. Each handle is unique due to natural variation in buffalo horn and wood grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Hand-Tooled Leather Sheath\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sheath is crafted from medium brown leather with a hand-tooled tree silhouette and grass pattern embossed across the full surface. A brass snap button closure keeps the knife secure. Tan stitching runs along all edges and a belt loop with snap allows for easy carry in the field or kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKnife Care Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash only — never put in dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the blade immediately after washing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a light coat of food-safe blade oil to maintain the Damascus steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the buffalo horn and wood handle with a soft dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition the leather sheath with leather conditioner periodically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry, ventilated space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Handmade Knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/chef-knives\"\u003eChef Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handmade Damascus kitchen and chef knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/cleaver-knives\"\u003eCleaver Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handmade Damascus cleaver knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003eHunting Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Hand forged fixed blade hunting knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003eBowie Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handcrafted Bowie style fixed blade knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this knife suitable for everyday kitchen use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The kiritsuke\/chef profile is a versatile kitchen knife shape suited for chopping vegetables, slicing meat, and precision detail work. The Damascus steel holds a sharp edge well with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the wood-grain Damascus pattern?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The wood-grain Damascus pattern is created by forge-welding multiple layers of steel and manipulating them during forging to create flowing, wood-like grain lines across the blade. Each blade has a unique pattern that cannot be exactly replicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this knife go in the dishwasher?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Always hand wash and dry immediately. Dishwashers will damage the Damascus blade finish, the buffalo horn handle, and the leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Every knife includes a medium brown leather sheath with a hand-tooled tree and grass embossed pattern, brass snap button closure, tan stitching, and a belt loop for carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis knife is intended for adults 18 years of age or older. The buyer is solely responsible for compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding the purchase, ownership, and carry of knives.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HS Knives Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55165068181823,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/2309\/6127\/files\/image_5e76bb52-1621-4810-9747-9e0d83bd55ab.png?v=1787493404","url":"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/products\/damascus-chef-knife-buffalo-horn-wood-handle","provider":"HS Knives Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}