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Steel guide

Damascus steel, explained

Damascus steel is built from many layers forge-welded together, which gives each blade its flowing pattern. SAMURA Damascus knives have 67 layers and are hardened to 60–61 HRC or 59–61 HRC.

Samura knives in Damascus

Samura Damascus 67 Chef's Knife 208 mm – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 60–61 HRC · 208 mm

Damascus 67 Chef's Knife 208 mm

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Samura Sultan Chef's Knife 164 mm, Red Handle – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 59–61 HRC · 164 mm

Sultan Chef's Knife 164 mm, Red Handle

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Samura Damascus Chef's Knife 200 mm – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 60–61 HRC · 200 mm

Damascus Chef's Knife 200 mm

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Samura Sultan Chef's Knife 164 mm, Black Handle – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 59–61 HRC · 164 mm

Sultan Chef's Knife 164 mm, Black Handle

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Samura Damascus 67 Grand Chef's Knife 240 mm – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 60–61 HRC · 240 mm

Damascus 67 Grand Chef's Knife 240 mm

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Samura Damascus Grand Chef's Knife 240 mm – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 60–61 HRC · 240 mm

Damascus Grand Chef's Knife 240 mm

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Samura Damascus Small Santoku Knife 145 mm – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 60–61 HRC · 145 mm

Damascus Small Santoku Knife 145 mm

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Samura Damascus 67 Santoku Knife 175 mm – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 60–61 HRC · 175 mm

Damascus 67 Santoku Knife 175 mm

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Samura Damascus Santoku Knife 180 mm – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 60–61 HRC · 180 mm

Damascus Santoku Knife 180 mm

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Samura Damascus Utility Knife 150 mm – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 60–61 HRC · 150 mm

Damascus Utility Knife 150 mm

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Samura Damascus Paring Knife 90 mm – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 60–61 HRC · 90 mm

Damascus Paring Knife 90 mm

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Samura Damascus 67 Paring Knife 98 mm – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 60–61 HRC · 98 mm

Damascus 67 Paring Knife 98 mm

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What Damascus steel is

Modern Damascus steel is made by forge-welding layers of different steels together, then shaping and grinding the blade. Etching brings out the contrast between the layers, so each blade shows its own wave-like pattern.

SAMURA knives in this group are built from 67 layers. The pattern is visual. How the knife cuts depends on the steel at the edge, its hardness and the blade geometry.

Hardness in SAMURA knives

Most SAMURA Damascus knives are hardened to 60–61 HRC. Some are set at 59–61 HRC.

Both settings sit at the hard end of the SAMURA range. They suit a thin, precise edge that stays keen through long prep sessions.

Strengths and trade-offs

Damascus knives combine a hard edge with a distinctive look. They suit cooks who cut with control and enjoy caring for their tools.

  • Long-lasting, fine edge at 59–61 HRC
  • Each blade has its own layered pattern
  • Hard edge needs gentle, controlled cutting
  • Sharpening takes longer than with softer steels
  • Dry promptly to keep the pattern looking clean

SAMURA series in Damascus steel

Three series use 67-layer Damascus steel: Damascus, Damascus 67 and Sultan.

They include chef's and grand chef's knives. Sultan chef's knives come with a choice of handle colours. For layered blades built on a named steel, see our VG-10 guide and AUS-10 guide.

Care and sharpening

Wash by hand with mild soap and dry straight away. Avoid soaking, abrasive pads and long contact with acidic food. Store the knife so the edge is protected.

Sharpen on whetstones, finishing on a fine grit. Work only the edge and keep the flanks off the stone to protect the pattern. Hone gently between sessions. See whetstones.

Questions

Damascus: common questions

How many layers do SAMURA Damascus knives have?

The knives in this group are made with 67 layers.

Will the Damascus pattern wear off?

The layers run through the blade, so the pattern does not disappear with normal use or edge sharpening. Its contrast comes from etching and can soften with abrasive scrubbing or polishing, so clean the blade gently.

Is Damascus steel only decorative?

The pattern itself is decorative. Performance comes from the steel, its hardness and the grind. At 59–61 HRC, SAMURA Damascus knives are built to hold a fine edge.

Which SAMURA series use 67-layer Damascus steel?

Damascus, Damascus 67 and Sultan.

Can I cut bones or frozen food with a Damascus knife?

Avoid it. A hard, thin edge can chip. Use a cleaver for bone work and let frozen food thaw first.