{"product_id":"cardamom-18-damascus-chef-knife-with-pakkawood-handle","title":"Cardamom-18 – Damascus Chef Knife with Pakkawood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCardamom-18\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hand-finished Damascus chef knife designed for precise, confident kitchen work. With its 18 cm blade, striking Damascus pattern, and elegant pakkawood handle, it combines traditional forging character with careful German final finishing. Each piece is manually tested, honed, and refined in Germany for impressive sharpness, balance, and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlade: 18 cm hand-forged Damascus steel blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHandle Length: 13 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlade Shape: Kiritsuke-style chef knife with a precise K-tip profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: Multi-layer folded Damascus steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHardness: Approx. 58 HRC for reliable edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHandle: Premium pakkawood handle with a rosewood bolster and brass pins for a balanced, refined feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinishing: Tested, manually honed, and refined in Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSheath: Handmade genuine leather sheath with durable stitching and belt loop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Damascus Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each blade features a unique forged pattern, making every knife one of a kind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eKiritsuke-Style Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e The precise K-tip profile is ideal for clean slicing, controlled chopping, and detailed prep work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003ePakkawood Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dark, marbled pakkawood handle with its rosewood bolster offers a secure grip, low maintenance, and a striking contrast to the Damascus blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eGerman Final Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every Cardamom-18 is manually inspected, honed, and sharpened in Germany before shipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eLeather Sheath Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e The genuine leather sheath protects the blade and completes the refined presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n              \u003cstrong\u003eCustom Engraving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a name, initials, or logo to create a personal and memorable piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade for Everyday Precision\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are slicing vegetables, preparing meat, chopping herbs, or creating a special meal, the \u003cstrong\u003eCardamom-18\u003c\/strong\u003e is built as a versatile all-round chef knife for people who value real craftsmanship over mass production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eCardamom-18\u003c\/strong\u003e combines sharpness, balance, and timeless Damascus character in one elegant kitchen knife. With its pakkawood handle, Kiritsuke-style profile, and German final finish, it is both a reliable cutting tool and a distinctive gift for passionate cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: Because we work with natural materials, every pakkawood grain and Damascus pattern is unique. Your knife will be a truly individual piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KlingenFreunde","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49238012559668,"sku":"KF-2","price":119.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/7071\/2372\/files\/Y-2-1_Szenebild_web_7028d61c-3524-4514-9188-262b77dbd62d.png?v=1786090702","url":"https:\/\/koch-kult.com\/de\/products\/cardamom-18-damascus-chef-knife-with-pakkawood-handle","provider":"Koch Kult","version":"1.0","type":"link"}