{"product_id":"okugai-おくがい-handmade-damascus-steel-knife-with-abalone-handle","title":"Set of 7 Japanese Knives – Nagasaki Collection","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eMost Damascus-marketed knives don't actually deliver the edge retention the name implies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Hagane Blades Nagasaki 7-Piece Set gives you a full range of Damascus VG10 knives with a documented steel composition and finish process, so you know exactly what's holding the edge - not just a pattern on the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e67-layer Damascus cladding, 60+ HRC - each layer adds structural strength and corrosion resistance, giving a blade that resists dulling, warping and cracking through frequent heavy use. Honbazuke hand-finished at 8–12° - sharpened using the traditional 3-step Japanese Honbazuke method to a fine, mirror-polished edge, more consistent than a single-pass machine finish. Nitrogen-cooled during forging - nitrogen gas cooling improves structural integrity and corrosion resistance over years of use. Abalone shell handle - a naturally waterproof, non-slip material, shaped with a full bolster for a secure pinch grip through long prep sessions. Balanced for control - the full bolster distributes the blade's weight so your hand sits naturally through repeated cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor home cooks and chefs who check the steel and finish before they buy, and want one coherent Damascus set instead of knives bought one at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eContents: Santoku Knife, Nakiri Knife, Cleaver, Bread Knife, Boning Knife, Utility Knife, Fruit Knife\u003cbr\u003eSteel: VG10 core - 67-layer Damascus cladding. Hardness: 60+ HRC. Edge angle: 8–12° per side. Sharpening method: 3-step Honbazuke - hand-finished mirror polish. Handle: Abalone shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eFree UK Delivery - 2-Year Warranty - 30-Day Returns. Every Hagane Blades knife is in stock and ships within 3 to 5 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hagane Blades","offers":[{"title":"7pcs knives","offer_id":54049001603405,"sku":"SK0127","price":342.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7700\/9485\/files\/hf_20260609_085610_18622113-e417-4380-853d-7029003794d0.webp?v=1780995677","url":"https:\/\/haganeblade.com\/en-gb\/products\/okugai-%e3%81%8a%e3%81%8f%e3%81%8c%e3%81%84-handmade-damascus-steel-knife-with-abalone-handle","provider":"Hagane Blade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}