{"product_id":"hand-forged-damascus-kitchen-knife-set-steel-bolster-hs-129","title":"Hand Forged Damascus Kitchen Knife Set 5 Pcs Steel Bolster Wood Handle Sheath | HS-129","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvery 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.\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\u003eWood with Steel Bolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Lengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10\" to 13\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Lengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5\" to 7\"\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 Sheath Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand New\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 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand Forged Damascus Kitchen Knife Set 5 Piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel Bolster Wood Handle Chef Knife Set USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Tang Damascus Kitchen Knife Set Gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather Sheath Damascus Chef Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade Damascus Blade Kitchen Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnniversary Gift Damascus Knife Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristmas Gift Kitchen Knives for Dad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthday Gift Knife Set for Cook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome Chef Damascus Knife Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector Handmade Damascus Kitchen Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-piece hand forged Damascus kitchen knife set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel bolster — structural heel weight, finger guard, clean finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood handle — full tang, solid grip throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered Damascus blade — unique pattern on every knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather sheath included — blade protection for all five knives\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 makes hand forged knives different from factory-made kitchen knives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does this set include a steel bolster?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What blade lengths are in this 5-piece set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How should I store these knives when not in use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\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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