What are Damascus chef knives? Damascus chef knives are made with two different types of steel, allowing them to be incredibly strong and durable. The Damascus process requires high-carbon steel folded over itself, creating dozens of layers. This process makes for a solid blade.

One of the most popular types of Damascus knives, however, is the chef’s knife. Damascus chef knives can be made from either stainless steel or carbon, and each material has its benefits. The strength of the knife corresponds to the material from which the blade was forged, and carbon is by far the hardest and most durable knife.