{"product_id":"avanta-damascus-starter-set","title":"Avanta Damascus Starter Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMessermeister Avanta Damascus 3-Piece Starter Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade pattern alone stops people mid-sentence. But the Damascus isn't just decoration — the 67-layer VG10 core underneath it is what makes these knives genuinely worth owning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach blade in this three-piece set is built around a VG10 cutting core — a Japanese steel prized for holding an exceptionally fine edge — and wrapped in 67 alternating layers of high and low carbon steel that are folded, hammered, and acid-etched to reveal the Damascus pattern. The result is a hardness of 62 HRC, noticeably higher than most German-steel kitchen knives, which translates directly to longer-lasting sharpness between sharpenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fish bone Damascus pattern is distinct on every blade — because the layering process is organic, no two knives are ever identical. The 15° edge angle is consistent with Japanese-influenced knives, sharper than the 20° angle on most Western-style knives, and well-suited for the thin, precise cuts that make prep work feel effortless rather than laborious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandles are ebony pakkawood — a stabilized composite with the look of dark polished wood and the moisture resistance to hold up in a working kitchen. The triple-riveted, full-tang construction keeps everything solid and balanced. The ebony and Damascus together create a visual that reads clearly as premium without being ostentatious about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set covers the three knives that handle most home cooking: the 8-inch chef's for the bulk of prep, the 6-inch utility for smaller and more precise work, and the 3.5-inch paring knife for anything that needs a close hand. Hand wash only — the high-hardness steel will thank you for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we love it at Berry + Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e67-layer VG10 Damascus steel — harder, sharper, and more visually striking than standard stainless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e62 HRC hardness means exceptional edge retention; goes longer between sharpenings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish bone Damascus pattern is unique on every blade — no two look exactly alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15° edge angle for cleaner, more precise cuts than most Western-style knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbony pakkawood handles: dark, sophisticated, and built to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang, triple-riveted construction with a solid bolster — substantial in the hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA step up from the Pakkawood line in both steel and style, at an accessible entry price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse it for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryday prep, the cook who wants to step up from a basic knife set, or a housewarming or registry gift that genuinely impresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: 8\" Chef's Knife, 6\" Utility Knife, 3.5\" Paring Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: 67-Layer VG10 Fish Bone Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Angle: 15° double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Full flat grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Ebony Pakkawood, triple-riveted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Full tang, solid bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare: Hand wash only with warm water and mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately. Not dishwasher safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Handcrafted in China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: Lifetime against factory defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Messermeister\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: AD800-3S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUPC: 098872238379\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThree knives that look like an upgrade and perform like one.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Messermeister","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49105693507812,"sku":"48552","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0437\/2925\/6603\/files\/Messermeister_Avanta_Damascus_Starter_Set_3_Piece_Hero-png.jpg?v=1780956359","url":"https:\/\/berryandbasil.com\/products\/avanta-damascus-starter-set","provider":"berry + basil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}