The latest release from Kansept, the Tarkin, includes two fantastic-looking, sub-$200 editions that recognize the enduring beauty and potency of what is essentially the original super steel: Damascus.

Watch as skilled artisans carefully shape hot steel into Damascus knives of various sizes and intricate designs. Each knife, whether small or large, undergoes the same meticulous process that brings ...

Best utility knife: Shun Sora 6" - See at Williams Sonoma With VG Max steel wrapped in layered Damascus steel, Shun's Classic 6" Utility Knife is sharper and retains a better edge than most German ...

Read more: 15 Best Knife Brands ... With blades made from carbon and Damascus steel, these knives are sought after for their ...

KitchenAid Stainless Steel 8-Inch Chef's Knife — See at Kohl's Best mid-price: KitchenAid 8-Inch Damascus Chef's Knife — See at Amazon Best overall This full-tang chef’s knife is a durable ...

A damascus steel knife I used was sufficiently sharp ... Thankfully, you don’t need to spend hundreds of pounds to get the best whetstone knife sharpener. This option from King comes recommended ...

Your best bet if you’re going for an all-round chef’s knife is probably a santoku, which translates as ‘three virtues’ ...

Recreating Damascus steel remains a holy grail of materials science. The exact process and alloys used are long ago lost to time. At best, modern steelworking methods are able to produce a rough ...

These knives aren’t just sharp; they’re crafted from 67 layers of high-carbon steel, giving them that signature Damascus look and serious staying power. And with ergonomic handles ...