{"product_id":"damascus-chef-set-hs-148","title":"512-Layer Damascus Steel Chef Knife Set 5 Pc Brass Bolster Stained Wood – HS-148","description":"\u003cp\u003eFive hundred and twelve layers of steel. Brass bolster. File work on every blade. The HS-148 is the kind of set you buy when you want something that performs as well as it looks. Hand forged from 4340 stainless and 1075 high carbon steel, hardened to HRC 55–58, and finished with stained wood handles and a brass bolster that adds weight and balance right where you need it.\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\u003eParing Knife 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 9 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParing Knife 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUtility Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 11 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChef Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 13 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleaver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 12 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 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-148\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\u003e512-Layer Damascus (4340 Stainless \u0026amp; 1075 High Carbon Steel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStained Wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Feature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFile Work\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\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 512 layers of 4340 stainless steel and 1075 high carbon steel. The layering creates the Damascus pattern visible across the blade, while the file work along the spine adds a decorative detail that also improves grip during pinch-hold use. Hardened to HRC 55–58 — a range that balances sharpness with toughness for daily kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stained wood handles are shaped and finished by hand. The brass bolster adds weight forward of the handle, improving balance and giving each knife a premium feel in the hand. Full-tang construction runs the blade steel through the entire handle for long-term durability.\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\u003e512-layer Damascus steel — 4340 stainless \u0026amp; 1075 high carbon, sharp edge, real performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFile work blades — decorative spine detail, improved pinch grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass bolster — adds balance and premium feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStained wood handle — comfortable grip, full-tang construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-piece set including cleaver — full kitchen coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHRC 55–58 hardness — balanced sharpness and toughness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does 512-layer Damascus mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e512 layers means the steel billet was folded 9 times during forging, doubling the layers each time. More layers create a finer, more refined Damascus pattern and a more consistent steel structure throughout the blade. The HS-148 uses 4340 stainless and 1075 high carbon steel — a combination that gives good corrosion resistance alongside excellent edge retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the purpose of the brass bolster?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brass bolster sits between the blade and the handle, adding weight forward of the grip. This shifts the balance point closer to the blade, which many cooks prefer for chopping and slicing tasks. It also protects the hand from slipping onto the blade during heavy use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is file work on a knife blade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFile work refers to decorative notching or patterning cut into the spine of the blade using a file. On the HS-148, it adds a visual detail that complements the Damascus pattern, and also provides a textured surface for the thumb when using a pinch grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes this set include a cleaver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The HS-148 includes a cleaver (12 inches overall, 7-inch blade) along with two paring knives, a utility knife, and a chef knife — giving you complete coverage for all kitchen cutting tasks.\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. 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":53726374592831,"sku":"HS-148","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/2309\/6127\/files\/s-l1600_2d4b4310-aab3-4777-bb0a-11a0b36b5d2c.jpg?v=1781986219","url":"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/products\/damascus-chef-set-hs-148","provider":"HS Knives Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}