{"product_id":"hand-forged-damascus-chef-knife-17-5-inch-antler-horn-handle-hrc-58-60","title":"Hand Forged Damascus Steel Chef Knife – 17.5\" Antler Horn Handle, Oil Tempered HRC 58-60","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHand Forged Damascus Steel Chef Knife – 17.5\" Antler Horn Handle, Oil Tempered HRC 58-60\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eEleven and a half inches of hand-forged Damascus steel blade — this is not a kitchen knife, it is a culinary statement. This \u003cstrong\u003ehand forged Damascus steel chef knife\u003c\/strong\u003e with a genuine antler horn handle is built for the professional chef or serious home cook who demands the absolute best in blade length, edge retention, and visual impact. Oil tempered to HRC 58–60 and sharpened to a razor-sharp 20-degree edge, this knife performs as impressively as it looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBlade Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.5 inches — exceptional reach for large cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 inches — full, comfortable grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Damascus steel — hand forged, multi-layer high-carbon construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharpened at 20 degrees — razor-sharp precision edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil tempered to HRC 58–60 — exceptional hardness and edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine antler horn — naturally shed, unique, warm grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOil Tempered to HRC 58–60\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOil tempering is a traditional heat treatment process that produces a blade with exceptional toughness and edge retention. At HRC 58–60, this blade is hard enough to hold a razor-sharp edge through demanding kitchen use while remaining tough enough to resist chipping. It is the hardness range used by premium Japanese and Western chef knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e11.5-Inch Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 11.5-inch blade gives you the reach to slice through large roasts, whole fish, and oversized vegetables in a single, clean stroke. It is the blade length chosen by professional chefs who work with large cuts and need maximum efficiency at the cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional chefs who want a premium, large Damascus chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious home cooks who want the best blade length for large cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife collectors who appreciate antler horn handles and Damascus craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium gifting for culinary enthusiasts and collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash only — never dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry immediately and apply food-safe oil after each use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil the antler horn handle periodically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen with a whetstone — maintain the 20-degree edge angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does HRC 58–60 mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHRC is the Rockwell hardness scale for steel. 58–60 is the hardness range used by premium chef knives — hard enough for exceptional edge retention, tough enough to resist chipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the antler horn real?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — genuine naturally shed antler horn is used for the handle. Each piece is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the edge angle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e20 degrees — a razor-sharp edge angle that balances sharpness with durability for kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach knife is individually hand forged — the Damascus pattern and antler horn make every piece completely unique.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DRSKNIVES HUB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50188145819962,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/5247\/8778\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_4ad09cb4-cc60-4906-9549-5c31d962fbfe.jpg?v=1730841125","url":"https:\/\/drskniveshub.com\/products\/hand-forged-damascus-chef-knife-17-5-inch-antler-horn-handle-hrc-58-60","provider":"DRSKNIVES HUB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}