{"product_id":"pakka-wood-damascus-chef-set-brass-bolster-hs-169","title":"Pakka Wood Handle Damascus Chef Knife Set 5 Pc Brass Bolster Mosaic Pin – HS-169","description":"\u003cp\u003ePakka wood against Damascus steel — a pairing that balances natural warmth with the visual complexity of a hand-forged blade. The HS-169 is a 5-piece Damascus chef knife set with pakka wood handles, a brass bolster on each knife, and a hand-set mosaic pin. Five blades in varied sizes and widths cover slicing, chopping, and detail work across all kitchen tasks.\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\u003eBlade Width\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\u003e12.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.75 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.75 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 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-169\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 (Hand Forged)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePakka 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\u003ePin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMosaic Pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade, 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 knife in the HS-169 is hand forged from Damascus steel — multiple steel types layered and folded to produce a blade with a flowing pattern and a sharp, durable cutting edge. The five blades vary in both length and width, giving the set a range of blade geometries suited to different cutting tasks — from a wide 2-inch chopper to a narrow 1.25-inch slicer. Each blade is finished to a sharp working edge ready for immediate use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pakka wood is a resin-stabilized hardwood that combines the natural grain appearance of wood with the moisture resistance and durability of a composite material. It holds up better in kitchen environments than untreated wood, requires no regular oiling, and maintains its color and surface finish over years of use. The brass bolster on each knife adds weight at the front of the handle and provides a clean, traditional transition between blade and handle. A mosaic pin is hand-set into the handle during assembly.\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\u003eGift for Cook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for Dad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBBQ and Grilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamping Meal Prep\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\u003cli\u003eVaried Blade Size Preference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePakka wood handle — resin-stabilized, moisture-resistant, natural grain appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass bolster — adds front weight and clean blade-to-handle transition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMosaic pin — hand-set during assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaried blade sizes and widths — different geometries for different kitchen tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus steel blades — hand forged, sharp working edge\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\u003eWhat is pakka wood and how does it differ from regular wood handles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePakka wood, also known as stabilized wood, is natural hardwood that has been impregnated with resin under pressure. This process fills the wood's pores, making it denser, harder, and resistant to moisture, cracking, and warping. It looks and feels like natural wood but performs significantly better in kitchen environments where untreated wood would absorb moisture and degrade over time. No regular oiling is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the five knives have different blade widths?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe varied blade widths in the HS-169 are intentional — different cutting tasks benefit from different blade geometries. A wider blade at 2 inches provides more surface area for chopping and transferring cut ingredients, while a narrower blade at 1.25 inches is better suited for slicing and precision work. Having a range of widths across five knives gives the set more versatility than a uniform set would.\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 to the front of the knife which improves balance. It also acts as a finger guard during cutting, keeping the hand safely away from the blade. On the HS-169, the brass finish contrasts with the pakka wood handle and adds a traditional knifemaking aesthetic to each knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I care for pakka wood handles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePakka wood handles are low-maintenance compared to untreated wood. Hand wash and dry immediately after use — the resin stabilization means the handles won't absorb water or swell. No regular oiling is needed, though a light coat of mineral oil once or twice a year won't hurt. Never put these knives in a dishwasher.\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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