{"product_id":"damascus-kitchen-knife-set-ash-wood-hs-126","title":"5 Pcs Damascus Kitchen Knife Set Ash Wood Handle Leather Cover | HS-126","description":"\u003cp\u003eA five-knife Damascus set built around the clean, pale grain of Ash Wood — a handle material that keeps the focus on the blade. Each knife is hand-forged from layered high-carbon Damascus steel, ground to a sharp working edge, and fitted with an Ash Wood handle through the full tang. The leather cover holds all five knives flat and protected, ready for the drawer, the counter, or a gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Specifications\u003c\/h2\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\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 Kitchen \/ Chef 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\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandle \u0026amp; Blade Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsh Wood has a pale, straight grain with a slightly open texture — it's lighter in color than most knife handle woods, which lets the Damascus blade pattern take center stage. The full tang runs the full length of the handle, keeping the blade and handle locked together without flex or movement. The Damascus blade is hand-forged from layered high-carbon steel; the 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 part of the handmade character. Apply a light food-safe oil to the blade after washing and drying to maintain the Damascus finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus Kitchen Knife Set 5 Piece Ash Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade Damascus Chef Knife Set USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather Cover Kitchen Knife Set Gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Tang Damascus Kitchen Knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Wood Handle Chef Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFather's Day Gift Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas Gift Damascus Kitchen Knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthday Gift Knife Set for Cook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew Home Gift Kitchen Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered Damascus Steel Kitchen Knife Gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-piece Damascus kitchen knife set — Ash Wood handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsh Wood — pale straight grain, clean natural look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction — solid balance, no flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered Damascus blade — unique pattern on every knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather cover included — flat storage for all five knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged and hand-ground — 100% handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this set different from other Ash Wood Damascus sets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis set focuses on the blade — the pale Ash Wood handle keeps the visual weight on the layered Damascus pattern rather than competing with a dark or figured handle material. It's a clean, understated look that works well in both modern and traditional kitchen settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Ash Wood a good handle material for kitchen knives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — Ash Wood is a strong, flexible hardwood that holds up well in kitchen environments. It's lighter in color than Rosewood or Walnut, with a straight, open grain that gives each handle a natural, unfinished look. Hand wash and dry immediately after use, and occasionally apply a small amount of food-safe mineral oil to keep the wood from drying out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this set make a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the leather cover makes this set gift-ready without extra packaging. The clean Ash Wood handle and Damascus blade combination works for a wide range of recipients — home cooks, knife collectors, or anyone who appreciates handmade kitchen tools. It works well as a Father's Day gift, Christmas gift, or birthday gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I maintain the Damascus blades?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand wash only 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 with a honing rod 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. 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