{"product_id":"awabi-5piece-damascus-steel-chef-knife-set-vg10","title":"Damascus Chef Knife Set – Awabi 5-Piece VG10 with Abalone Resin Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAwabi Damascus chef knife set\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together five essential Japanese-style kitchen knives, each built around a \u003cstrong\u003eVG-10 super steel core\u003c\/strong\u003e and finished with \u003cstrong\u003e67 layers of Damascus steel\u003c\/strong\u003e. Paired with a distinctive \u003cstrong\u003eabalone shell resin handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, every knife is lightweight, well balanced and razor sharp, making this VG10 Damascus knife set a beautiful and practical upgrade for any kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e5-piece chef knife set\u003c\/strong\u003e covers everyday prep from start to finish. The 8\" chef's (gyuto) knife is your go-to for slicing, dicing and chopping; the 7\" santoku excels with vegetables, fish and boneless proteins; the 6\" boning knife works cleanly around joints and trims meat and poultry; the 5\" utility knife handles sandwiches, herbs and smaller produce; and the 3.5\" paring knife is made for peeling, trimming and fine detail work. Each knife comes with its own knife guard\/sheath, and the whole set arrives in a gift\/storage box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach blade pairs a VG10 cutting core with premium high-carbon stainless steel cladding and a 67-layer Damascus finish, rated at 60+ HRC for strong edge retention. The double-bevel edge is sharpened to a 12–15° angle for consistent, clean cuts, and the full-tang construction runs from tip to heel for stability. A stainless steel bolster and an ergonomic, lightweight abalone resin handle give you comfort and confident control, while hand-forged artisan craftsmanship gives every knife its own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a passionate home cook or a working professional, this Japanese Damascus kitchen knife set is designed for daily use. The balanced handles reduce fatigue during long prep sessions, and the sharp VG10 edges make light work of everything from delicate herbs to roasts, so you can cook with more precision and enjoy every cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in its gift box with protective sheaths, the Awabi set makes a memorable \u003cstrong\u003egift for home cooks\u003c\/strong\u003e and chefs alike. It is a thoughtful choice for a wedding or housewarming gift, a special anniversary gift, or a standout Christmas present for the food lover in your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep your Damascus steel knives at their best, hand wash them with warm, soapy water, dry them immediately after washing, and store them safely with the blade edge protected using the included sheaths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" Chef's (Gyuto) Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7\" Santoku Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6\" Boning Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5\" Utility Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5\" Paring Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5x Knife Guard\/Sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift\/Storage Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVG-10 super steel cutting core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCladding\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium high-carbon stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLayers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e67 layers of Damascus steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEdge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble bevel, 12–15° angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTang\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull tang, tip to heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBolster\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbalone shell resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 knives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKnives Included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChef's (Gyuto), Santoku, Boning, Utility, Paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Lengths\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\", 7\", 6\", 5\", 3.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 knife guards\/sheaths and gift\/storage box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Forged by Vikings","offers":[{"title":"No Engraving","offer_id":58599783760175,"sku":"sk-CJCF144846101AZ-adcks","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Engraving on Blades (+$15)","offer_id":58667114692911,"sku":"sk-CJCF144846101AZ-adcks","price":414.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/0457\/0415\/files\/awabi-damascus-chef-knife-set-01.jpg?v=1792955973","url":"https:\/\/forgedbyvikings.com\/products\/awabi-5piece-damascus-steel-chef-knife-set-vg10","provider":"Forged by Vikings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}