Set of 2 chef's knives & all-purpose knife
Versatility in perfection – made of 67 layers of Damascus steel for effortless cutting in everyday life
- ✓Our essentials set for meat, fish, vegetables & herbs
- ✓Light, flexible and durable sharpness thanks to 67 layers of Damascus steel
- ✓Carefully handcrafted – the versatile all-rounder for everyday use
- ✓Handle made of figured sycamore maple – natural, ergonomic and well balanced
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The Explorer set with damask knives is perfect for beginners who value high-quality knives. The knives are excellently tailored to the requirements in the kitchen and enable effective and effortless preparation of various foods.
The set includes thechef's knife and utility knife , which are perfect for various uses in the kitchen. Each knife features a unique grain due to the Damascus steel, making them not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing. The ergonomically designed handles of the knives provide a comfortable and secure grip, ensuring precise handling and easy operation.
The set includes:
1x chef knife
In every kitchen, larger cutting tasks alternate with more delicate ones. A single knife is rarely sufficient.
The HIKARI Essentials Set combines a powerful chef's knife with a versatile all-purpose knife. Together, they form a duo that reliably covers the most important tasks in the kitchen – from meat and fish to vegetables and herbs.
Ideal for those looking for versatility and control combined in one set.
Each blade is hand-ground in several steps and carefully inspected – for uncompromising sharpness and absolute control. The fine-grained structure of the Damascus steel core ensures long-lasting edge retention and can be easily resharpened as needed.
Suitable for:




blade
67 layers of Damascus steel with a cutting-edge core of 10Cr15CoMoV and 66 layers of corrosion-resistant 316/316L stainless steel.
The blade is vacuum-heat treated – one of the most modern hardening technologies in the world – for a particularly uniform structure, smooth surface and outstanding edge retention.
The Japanese V-grind with 15° per side ensures uncompromising sharpness. Exception: The bread knife features a single-sided 30° serrated edge.
Half bolster and full tang ensure balanced weight distribution, high stability and maximum durability even with intensive use.
Handle
The ergonomically shaped handle is made of exquisite, light-grained sycamore maple
The natural grain makes each knife unique. Multiple polishing processes create a particularly smooth surface – ensuring a secure grip and a pleasant feel, even after extended use.
Suitable for left and right handed users.
Blade material | 67 layers of Damascus steel ( 10Cr15CoMoV steel core + 66 layers of 316/316L stainless steel) |
Handle material | Noble sycamore maple |
degree of hardness | 60 - 62 HRC |
cut | Japanese sharpening angle 15° per side, suitable for left and right handed users |
Weight | 218g/115g |
- ✔ Wash by hand with mild detergent – then wipe dry immediately
- ✔ Only use wooden or plastic boards as a base
- ✔ Best stored in a knife block or on a magnetic strip
- ✔ Sharpen the blade regularly and oil it occasionally
- ✘ Do not clean in the dishwasher
- ✘ Not suitable for bones, frozen or hard foods
- ✘ Do not use on hard surfaces such as glass, stone or metal