{"product_id":"next-damascus-chef-set-leather-roll-hs-170","title":"Wood Handle Steel Bolster Damascus Chef Knife Set 5 Pc Leather Roll – HS-170","description":"\u003cp\u003eWood handles, steel bolsters, and Damascus steel from 15N20 and 1095 carbon steel — the HS-170 is a compact 5-piece chef knife set built around shorter blade sizes suited to everyday kitchen prep. A suede leather roll is included to carry and store the full set. The 4mm blade thickness gives each knife a sturdy spine suited to sustained use at the cutting board.\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\u003eKnife 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10.6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 6.1 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 9.6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.1 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 3\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\u003eKnife 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 7.6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 3.1 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.5 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-170\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\u003eDamascus Steel (15N20 \u0026amp; 1095 High Carbon Steel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHRC 50–60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoll\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuede Leather Roll Included\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 a layered billet of 15N20 and 1095 carbon steel. The forging process produces the flowing Damascus pattern visible across each blade after etching — 15N20 stays bright, 1095 darkens, creating strong visual contrast. At 4mm thick, the spine provides solid strength for chopping tasks while the blade remains sharp enough for slicing and detailed prep work. Hardened to HRC 50–60.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wood handles on the HS-170 are fitted with steel bolsters at the blade end of each handle, providing a firm transition between blade and wood and adding weight at the front of the knife for improved balance. The suede leather roll carries all five knives in individual pockets, keeping blades covered and organized whether stored at home or taken into the field for outdoor cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome Kitchen Use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday Prep Work\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\u003eGift for Cook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for Dad\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\u003eWood handle with steel bolsters — natural material, reinforced front fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15N20 \u0026amp; 1095 Damascus — hand forged, flowing pattern, sharp working edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4mm blade thickness — sturdy spine, suited to daily kitchen and outdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact blade range — 3.1 to 6.1 inches, optimized for everyday prep tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuede leather roll included — five individual knife pockets, ready for storage and transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-tang construction — solid balance throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the HS-170 have shorter blade sizes than other sets in this line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe HS-170 is built around a compact blade range — 3.1 to 6.1 inches — which suits cooks who work with smaller cutting boards, prefer lighter knives for extended prep work, or need a set that travels and stores easily. The suede leather roll makes the set particularly practical for outdoor kitchens and camping where a large chef set would be impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between a leather roll and a leather case?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA leather roll stores each knife in an individual pocket within a single piece of leather that rolls up and ties closed. It keeps blades separated and covered, lies flat when unrolled for access, and is more compact to carry than a rigid case. The HS-170 suede leather roll is designed to hold the full 5-piece set securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the steel bolster do on each knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe steel bolster sits at the junction between the blade and the wood handle, reinforcing the most stressed point of the knife during chopping and heavy use. It also acts as a finger guard, keeping the hand away from the blade during cutting. On the HS-170, it adds a clean, contrasting material transition between the Damascus blade and the wood handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I care for the wood handles on the HS-170?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash and dry immediately after each use. Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil to the wood handles every few months to prevent drying and cracking. Never soak in water or put in a dishwasher. Store in the included suede leather roll in a dry location to protect both blades and handles.\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. 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