{"product_id":"rosewood-damascus-chef-set-brass-guard-leather-kit-hs-167","title":"Rosewood Handle Damascus Chef Knife Set 5 Pc Brass Guard Leather Kit – HS-167","description":"\u003cp\u003eRosewood, brass, and Damascus steel — three materials that have worked together in knifemaking for generations. The HS-167 is a 5-piece Damascus chef knife set with rosewood handles, brass spacers, a brass guard, and a brass pommel on each knife. File work runs along each blade spine. A leather kit is included to carry the full set. Five blade sizes from 5 to 9 inches cover the full range of kitchen prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKnife\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal 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\u003e14 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 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-167\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 Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus Steel (Hand Forged, File Work)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHRC 55–58\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpacers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePommel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather Kit Included\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 is hand forged from Damascus steel — multiple steel types layered and folded to produce a blade with a flowing visible pattern and a razor sharp cutting edge. File work is hand-cut along the spine of each blade, adding decorative texture and a tactile ridge for pinch grip use. HRC 55–58 keeps the edge sharp through daily use while remaining easy to resharpen at home with a whetstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosewood has a natural deep reddish-brown grain that darkens and develops character with use. The brass spacers between the rosewood and the guard add color contrast and structural separation between materials. The brass guard protects the hand and gives each knife a traditional finished look, while the brass pommel at the base of the handle adds balance and weight at the rear. Slight natural variation in grain and color across the five handles is expected — each rosewood piece is different.\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 Dad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for Women\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for Lover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroomsman Gift\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\u003eKnife Collector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosewood handle — natural grain, deep reddish-brown, develops character with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass spacers, guard, and pommel — traditional hardware, full brass fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFile work on blade spine — hand-cut detail, adds grip and visual texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus steel blades — razor sharp, HRC 55–58, hand forged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-piece set — blade range 5 to 9 inches, full kitchen coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather kit included — carries the full set, suitable for gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes rosewood require special care on a knife handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRosewood is a naturally oily hardwood that holds up well in kitchen environments, but occasional oiling with food-safe mineral oil will keep it looking its best and prevent drying over time. Hand wash only — never soak or put in a dishwasher. The natural oils in rosewood mean it develops a richer, deeper color with extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the purpose of the brass pommel on each knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brass pommel at the base of the handle adds rear weight to each knife, which contributes to balance and gives the set a traditional knifemaking aesthetic. It also protects the end of the handle from wear during use and adds a finished look to the overall construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs file work on the blade purely decorative?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFile work on the blade spine serves both a decorative and functional purpose. The hand-cut grooves add visual texture and mark each knife as individually hand-finished. They also provide a tactile reference point when using a pinch grip on the blade — a grip style preferred by many experienced cooks for precision cutting tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does the HS-167 compare to other sets in this line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe HS-167 uses natural rosewood with full brass hardware — guard, spacers, and pommel — which gives it a more traditional, premium aesthetic compared to sets with resin-composite handles. The file work on the blade spine is an additional detail not present on all sets in the line. It's a strong option as a gift or collector piece for someone who appreciates natural materials and traditional knifemaking.\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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