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Three kitchen knives with hammered Damascus steel blades and blue handles with gold accents, arranged side by side.
Three kitchen knives with hammered Damascus steel blades and blue handles with gold accents, arranged side by side.

Kita Series

KITA Series 3-Piece Starter Knife Set, X-7 Damascus Steel

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
187 Reviews
Precio regular $279.95 Free shipping

Exceptionally sharp and striking in design, featuring a full-tang X-7 Damascus steel blade. The hammered texture reduces surface resistance while cutting and allows food to slide off the blade’s surface easily.

  • Forged from 67 layers of Cangshan proprietary X-7 Damascus steel, featuring a razor-sharp edge, high hardness, and superior stain resistance
  • Full-tang construction provides strength and improved balance
  • Hammered blade texture reduces surface resistance and prevents sticking
  • G-10 fiberglass octagonal handles provide exceptional durability, moisture resistance, and a secure grip
  • Includes a blue ash wood storage box
  • 60 Rockwell Hardness Rating
Free shipping on orders $50+
Lifetime warranty
Steel X-7 Damascus Steel
ConstructionForged, 67-layer Damascus blade
Heat TreatmentULTRA6
EdgeHand Sharpened
HandleFiberglass
What's included
  • 8" Chef’s Knife
  • 5" Serrated Utility Knife
  • 3.5" Paring Knife
Description

A beautifully crafted knife that will elevate any kitchen. Exceptionally sharp and striking in design, the full-tang X-7 Damascus steel blade features a hammered texture that looks stunning and allows food to slide right off the blade for easy slicing and dicing. The balanced, durable octagonal handle comes in a rich blue and black faux-wood-grain pattern and is complemented and secured by a single mosaic rivet. Each knife comes with a blue ash wood magnetic Saya-style sheath that is perfectly shaped to protect the knife's distinct blade.

The 8-inch chef’s knife is one of the kitchen’s most essential and versatile tools. Designed for both push cuts and the popular rocking motion, this blade is perfectly shaped for slicing, dicing, mincing, and chopping a wide variety of meats, vegetables, and fruits. The wider blade on the chef’s knife assists in maintaining control for a straight top-to-bottom cut through tougher foods, like starchy root vegetables.

The 5-inch serrated utility knife is an everyday essential, designed to cleanly slice anything from bagels and crusty breads to cured meats or tough-skinned fruits and vegetables. The serrations pierce the exterior of the food and slice through with very little pressure needed, preventing your cut from crushing even the most delicate foods like fresh, ripe tomatoes.

The 3.5-inch paring knife’s shape is similar to that of the much larger chef’s knife, but the smaller size will be more comfortable for precise prep-work that requires increased control. The paring knife is a kitchen essential for tasks such as slicing small fruits, trimming mushrooms, chopping herbs, creating a garnish, or peeling and mincing garlic.




Specifications
Steel
Cangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus Steel
Construction
Forged, 67-layer Damascus blade
Hardness
60
Blade finish
Hammered blade, flowing Damascus pattern
Handle
Fiberglass

SKU: 501530

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Comparison of Cangshan knife series by price, blade, handle, construction, formats, and sheaths.
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Price
Price for 8" Chef's Knife N/A (sets only)$39.95$69.95$99.95$139.95$139.95$139.95$139.95$139.95$199.95$199.95
Blade
Blade Steel German X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steelGerman X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steelGerman X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steelSwedish 14C28N high-carbon stainless steelSwedish 14C28N high-carbon stainless steelCangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus SteelCangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus SteelCangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus SteelCangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus SteelSwedish Damasteel® RWL34 powder steelSwedish Damax™ Damascus Steel
Steel Benefit Dependable, everyday performanceDependable, everyday performanceDependable, everyday performanceEnhanced sharpness and edge retentionEnhanced sharpness and edge retentionPremium sharpness, durability, and edge retentionPremium sharpness, durability, and edge retentionPremium sharpness, durability, and edge retentionPremium sharpness, durability, and edge retentionProfessional-level precision and performanceExceptional performance and craftsmanship
Blade Construction Forged, solid-steel bladeForged, solid-steel bladeForged, solid-steel bladeForged, solid-steel bladeForged, solid-steel bladeForged, 67-layer Damascus bladeForged, 67-layer Damascus bladeForged, 67-layer Damascus bladeForged, 67-layer Damascus bladeForged, solid-steel bladeForged, 135-layer coreless Damascus blade
Rockwell Hardness 5858586060606060606161
Blade Appearance Satin, polishedSatin, polishedSatin, polishedSatin, polishedSatin, polishedHammered blade, flowing Damascus patternWave-like Damascus patternFlowing Damascus patternFlowing Damascus patternSatin polishedWave-like Damascus pattern
Handle & Construction
Handle Material SyntheticSyntheticSyntheticSyntheticOlivewoodG-10 fiberglassG-10 fiberglassAfrican blackwoodG-10 fiberglassSyntheticPakkawood
Handle Colors black, whiteblack, whiteblack, white; HELENA Color (prep, utility, paring): black, white, gray, red, blue, greenblack, blue, taupenatural woodblueslatenatural woodgrayblack, white, blueblack
Handle Shape & Feel Rounded, traditional, ergonomicContoured, ergonomicSculpted, contoured, ergonomicSleek, tapered, ergonomicRobust, contoured, ergonomicOctagonal, ergonomicSculpted, contoured, ergonomicOctagonal, ergonomicOctagonal, ergonomicRobust, contoured, ergonomicSleek, tapered, ergonomic
Bolster Style Full bolsterAngled, full bolsterAngled, recessed bolsterAngled, recessed bolsterAngled, recessed bolsterRecessed bolsterAngled, recessed bolsterRecessed bolsterRecessed bolsterAngled, recessed bolsterAngled, recessed bolster
Tang Construction Full tangFull tangFull tangFull tangPartial tangFull tangFull tangFull tangFull tangFull tangFull tang
Formats & Storage
Available Formats SetsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives and setsIndividual knives
Sheaths (Individual Knives) N/A (sets only)Plastic sheathHELENA Color (prep, utility, paring): plastic sheathWood sheathNo sheathWood sheathWood sheathWood sheathWood sheathNo sheathWood sheath
4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 187 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 178
Total 4 star reviews: 3
Total 3 star reviews: 3
Total 2 star reviews: 1
Total 1 star reviews: 2
97%would recommend these products
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187 reviews
  • CR
    Chef R.
    Reviewing
    KITA Series 8-Inch Chef’s Knife, X-7 Damascus Steel
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    A Knife That Earns Its Place on the Cutting Board

    After spending time with the KITA Series 8-Inch Chef’s Knife, I can confidently say it’s a knife built for both performance and craftsmanship.

    The balance feels exceptional in hand, making everything from breaking down proteins to everyday prep comfortable and precise. The High Carbon X-7 Damascus steel takes an incredibly sharp edge and holds it well, giving you confidence through every cut.

    Beyond the performance, the fit and finish are outstanding. The Damascus pattern is beautiful, but this knife is much more than good looks—it’s built to be used. I also appreciate the included sheath, which is a great addition for chefs who travel or want to protect their investment.

    Whether you’re a professional chef or a passionate home cook, this is a knife you’ll enjoy reaching for every day.

    Chef Robert

  • RB
    Robb B.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    KITA Series Nakiri Knife, X-7 Damascus Steel
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6 months ago
    Excellent small Nakiri

    Great small knife- excellent balance and functionality. Very sharp and really like the magnetic sheath. Have lots of Cangshan and really like it.

  • SL
    Sabari L.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    KITA Series Nakiri Knife, X-7 Damascus Steel
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6 months ago
    Where was this knife all my life?

    It is beautiful, mind blowingly sharp, and an absolute pleasure to use.

  • GW
    George W.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    KITA Series 3.5-Inch Paring Knife, X-7 Damascus Steel
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6 months ago
    Perfect paring knife

    Nice heft. Super sharp. Beautiful. A great addition to our ever growing Kita series collection.

  • K
    Karla
    Flag of United States
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    KITA Series Nakiri Knife, X-7 Damascus Steel
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    8 months ago
    Beautiful & functional

    This knife is super sharp right out of the box. I made razor thin carrot slices with almost no effort. The pieces didn't get all stuck on the blade. I can already tell this is going to be a workhorse. I wasn't sure if I'd like the edges on the handle but it's comfortable. The magnetic cover feels substantial, something actually worth keeping. Beautiful presentation in the box.