12" Handmade Damascus Steel Blade Kitchen Full Tang Chef Knife – 384 Layer Forged Blade

This 12-inch handmade Damascus steel chef knife features a full tang construction and is oil tempered to 58-60 HRC for excellent hardness and edge retention. The blade edges are sharpened precisely at a 20-degree angle to ensure superior cutting performance. Our Damascus steel is crafted from a blend of 1095 high carbon and 15N20 nickel steel, heated and folded repeatedly to create 384 distinct layers. The blade is then acid-etched, turning the nickel layers a satin color and the high carbon layers a blackish gray, revealing the unique Damascus pattern.Unlike simple acid etching, our knives are fully hand-forged and polished. The handles are high polished to remove the acid layer for a smooth grip, while the blade edges retain a satin finish for durability and sharpness. The knife in the photos is exactly what you will receive — a true artisan-crafted kitchen tool designed for both professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts.