{"product_id":"damascus-chef-knife-set-5pcs-hs-135","title":"Damascus Chef Knife Set 5 Pcs Paring Bread Utility Cleaver 512 Layer | HS-135","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 5-piece Damascus set is built around the knives you actually reach for every day — a paring knife for detail work, a bread knife for clean slicing through crusts, a utility knife for mid-range cuts, a full chef knife for heavy prep, and a cleaver for breaking down proteins and dense vegetables. Each blade is hand-forged from 512 layers of 4340 stainless steel and 1075 high-carbon steel in a twist pattern, with file work along the spine and hardness at HRC 55–58.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\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\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParing Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 9\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBread Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 13\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 7\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUtility Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 11\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChef Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 13\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleaver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 12\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 7\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ctable\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\u003e512-Layer Damascus (4340 Stainless + 1075 High Carbon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwist Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHRC 55–58\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFile Work on Spine\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\u003eSet Includes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Kitchen Knives\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\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandle \u0026amp; Blade Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 512-layer Damascus blade combines 4340 stainless steel for corrosion resistance with 1075 high-carbon steel for edge retention. The twist pattern is created by twisting the billet during forging, producing a tight spiral across the blade face. File work along the spine is done by hand during finishing — a traditional detail that adds visual character without affecting the cutting edge. At HRC 55–58, the blades are hard enough to hold a sharp edge through regular kitchen use while remaining tough enough to resist chipping. Each blade is forged individually, so minor variation in pattern is expected.\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\u003eCamping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHunting Trips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBBQ and Grilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBread Baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for Him\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\u003cli\u003eHome Chef\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete Kitchen Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-piece set — paring, bread, utility, chef, cleaver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e512-layer Damascus — 4340 stainless + 1075 high-carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwist pattern — spiral blade face, unique per knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHRC 55–58 — sharp edge, daily kitchen use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFile work on spine — hand-finished decorative detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction — solid balance throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% handmade — slight variation per knife is normal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What 5 knives are in this set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe set includes a paring knife (5\" blade, 9\" overall), a bread knife (7\" blade, 13\" overall), a utility knife (6\" blade, 11\" overall), a chef knife (8\" blade, 13\" overall), and a cleaver (7\" blade, 12\" overall). This combination covers fine detail work, bread slicing, general prep, heavy chopping, and everything in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does this set include a bread knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA serrated bread knife is one of the most useful knives in a kitchen but is often left out of standard sets. The 7\" serrated blade in this set handles crusty bread, bagels, and soft cakes cleanly without crushing them — tasks that a straight-edge chef knife struggles with. The Damascus blade with file work spine gives it the same handmade character as the rest of the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the twist pattern on these Damascus blades?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe twist pattern is formed by twisting the steel billet during forging before drawing it out into a blade shape. This creates a spiral or twisted appearance across the blade face rather than the straight parallel lines of standard Damascus. Each blade has a slightly different twist pattern since the process is done by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I care for these blades?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand wash and dry immediately after each use. Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil to the blade after washing if storing for more than a few days. Hone before each use and sharpen with a whetstone when needed. Avoid pull-through sharpeners on Damascus blades.\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\/ullu-knives\"\u003eUllu 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. 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":53726372266303,"sku":"HS-135","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/2309\/6127\/files\/s-l1600_46fd64af-9610-41d5-8ff0-2cc3d7c088aa.jpg?v=1781986184","url":"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/products\/damascus-chef-knife-set-5pcs-hs-135","provider":"HS Knives Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}