12.0" Handmade Damascus Steel Chef Knife – Professional Kitchen Blade with Hardwood Handle

This 12.0" handmade Damascus steel chef knife is designed for durability, precision, and elegance in the kitchen. With an overall length of 12 inches, it features a 7-inch blade and a 5-inch hardwood handle that provides a comfortable grip for both professional chefs and home cooks. The blade is forged from 1095 and 15N20 high carbon steel, creating over 512 true layers of Damascus. This forging process results in a distinctive flowing pattern across the blade, achieved after hours of skilled craftsmanship. The knife is hardened to a Rockwell hardness of 50–54 at the edge and 42–45 along the spine, ensuring long-lasting sharpness, toughness, and resilience. At 4 mm thick, the blade has excellent hand grinds on both sides, with the top edge left with a fine false edge for balance and style. The unique saw-blade effect at the microscopic level allows the knife to stay sharper for longer compared to standard blades. The hardwood handle is securely fastened with brass pins and reinforced with strong epoxy, ensuring lifetime durability. Each knife is one-of-a-kind, offering a perfect combination of beauty, balance, and strength, making it an essential tool in any kitchen or a thoughtful gift for culinary enthusiasts.