{"product_id":"damascus-chef-knife-set-cleaver-gyuto-santoku-utility","title":"7-Piece Damascus Cleaver and Prep Knife Set with White Bone Handles — 8 to 10-Inch Blades","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jwsteelcrafts-collection-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 7-piece \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/products\/damascus-cleaver-chef-knife-set-santoku-utility-paring\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eDamascus cleaver and prep knife set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e gives you a complete cutting system built around white bone handles and hand-forged blades ranging from 8 to 10 inches overall. The set pairs a heavy butcher cleaver with six precision prep knives, covering everything from high-volume vegetable work to fine detail cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery blade shares the same bone handle style and layered Damascus pattern, so the set works as a matched collection rather than a random assortment of knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-piece Damascus prep and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/handmade-chef-knives?srsltid=AfmBOorLRccGhFh5KskWkt9OSZHsE2jFsBXJgQ9f9mVHqpQVOGRc7eig\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecleaver knife set with white bone handles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade range from 8 to 10 inches overall for consistent, manageable reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButcher cleaver included for heavy chopping, board work, and high-volume vegetable prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite bone handle scales pinned and bolstered for secure grip and long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal bolster at the heel for finger clearance and controlled cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern-welded Damascus steel with visible layered grain on every blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction for balanced weight distribution across all seven knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin edge geometry for low-drag slicing and clean food separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included (7 Knives)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10-inch butcher cleaver — tall blade for chopping, board work, and fast vegetable prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGyuto chef knife — primary blade for daily slicing, herbs, and protein prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarving and slicing knife — longer draw cuts for roasts, brisket, and large proteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSantoku knife — compact multipurpose blade for produce and boneless proteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtility knife — mid-size trimming and everyday prep between larger tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePetty knife — small precise trimming and close detail work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-inch paring knife — detail cuts, peeling, and controlled in-hand work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhite Bone Handles and Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite bone handle scales are mounted with steel pins and paired with a metal bolster at the heel of each knife. The bone material provides a firm, non-slip surface that stays secure during wet prep conditions. The bolster adds a natural finger guard between the blade and handle, improving control during heavy cuts. Full tang steel runs through each handle, keeping the knife balanced from tip to end cap without any flex or instability at the joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlade Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach blade is forged from layered Damascus steel through repeated folding and welding of high-carbon steel. The thin cutting geometry reduces drag through food and supports clean push cuts with minimal sticking. The cleaver profile gives knuckle clearance and a tall blade face for guiding straight cuts through dense vegetables. The gyuto and carving knives keep tip control for fine slicing, while the smaller knives handle trimming and detail prep without overcutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Set Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChefs who want a matched Damascus prep and cleaver knife set in one collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome cooks who need full kitchen coverage with consistent blade sizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuyers seeking a white bone handle kitchen knife set with collector appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift buyers looking for a complete handcrafted Damascus cooking knife collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"section-label\"\u003eFAQ — Most Commonly Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Cai Dao style butcher cleaver and how is it different from a standard cleaver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Cai Dao is a Chinese-style cleaver with a tall, thin blade designed for fast vegetable chopping and board work rather than bone splitting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are all seven knives between 8 and 10 inches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping all blades within an 8 to 10-inch range gives the set a consistent feel across every knife. You develop the same grip position and cutting motion whether you are using the cleaver or the paring knife. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre white bone handles hygienic for kitchen use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Bone handles have a naturally dense, low-porosity surface that does not absorb liquids or harbor bacteria the way untreated porous materials can. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the metal bolster on a knife handle used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metal bolster sits between the blade heel and the handle. It acts as a natural finger guard that stops your grip from sliding forward onto the edge during heavy cuts.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you maintain a gyuto chef knife between sharpening sessions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRun the blade lightly across a honing rod before each use to realign the edge without removing steel. A gyuto with good Damascus steel typically needs full sharpening only every few months under regular home use, or more frequently in a professional kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31297991376956,"sku":"JW-CF-2422","price":228.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/0420\/6652\/files\/handmade-damascus-kitchen-knives-light-grips.webp?v=1779629288","url":"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/products\/damascus-chef-knife-set-cleaver-gyuto-santoku-utility","provider":"JW SteelCrafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}