Hand Forged Damascus Kitchen Knife Set 5 Pcs Steel Bolster Wood Handle Sheath | HS-129

Every knife in this set starts as raw steel and ends as a finished blade through hand forging — no machine stamping, no shortcuts. The steel bolster is fitted between the blade and the wood handle, adding heel weight for better balance and a clean visual break between the two materials. A leather sheath is included to keep all five blades protected when not in use. Blade lengths run from 5" to 7", making this a practical set for the full range of kitchen prep work.

Complete Specifications

Handle & Blade Details

The steel bolster is forged and fitted as part of the knife construction — it's not a decorative add-on but a structural component that adds weight at the heel, improves balance, and protects the wood handle from blade contact over time. The wood handle is shaped and fitted through the full tang, locking the blade and handle together without flex or movement. The Damascus blade is hand-forged from layered high-carbon steel and ground to a sharp working edge. Since every blade is forged individually, the layered pattern across the blade face varies from knife to knife — no two are exactly alike.

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Key Features

• 5-piece hand forged Damascus kitchen knife set
• Steel bolster — structural heel weight, finger guard, clean finish
• Wood handle — full tang, solid grip throughout
• Layered Damascus blade — unique pattern on every knife
• Leather sheath included — blade protection for all five knives
• 100% handmade — slight variation per knife is normal

FAQ

Q: What makes hand forged knives different from factory-made kitchen knives?
Hand forged knives are shaped from raw steel through repeated heating and hammering rather than being stamped or cut from sheet steel. This process aligns the grain structure of the steel along the blade, which improves toughness and edge retention. Each knife is also finished individually, so the edge geometry, balance, and surface finish reflect the maker's work rather than a machine setting.

Q: Why does this set include a steel bolster?
The steel bolster adds weight at the heel of each knife, shifting the balance point closer to the hand for better control during chopping and slicing. It also acts as a finger guard and protects the wood handle from blade contact over time. On a hand forged knife, the bolster is fitted as part of the construction rather than added as a decorative piece.

Q: What blade lengths are in this 5-piece set?
Blade lengths range from approximately 5" to 7", with overall lengths from 10" to 13". The shorter blades work well for detail work and smaller cuts, while the longer blades handle full chef knife tasks like slicing proteins and breaking down vegetables.

Q: How should I store these knives when not in use?
The leather sheath is included for short-term storage and transport. For long-term storage, remove the knives from the sheath periodically — leather retains moisture over time, which can cause high-carbon Damascus blades to develop surface rust if left in contact for extended periods. Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block for daily use.

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This 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.