Three kitchen knives with patterned Damascus steel blades and dark wooden handles arranged side by side.

Three Damascus steel knives with wooden handles displayed above a walnut wood box with knife outlines engraved on the lid.

Close-up views of a knife handle made of dark walnut wood with a metal bolster and an octagonal shape.

Three Damascus steel knives with dark handles in a wooden box with a lid featuring knife outlines.

Three knives with dark wooden handles on wooden cutting boards, one slicing a red onion, surrounded by vegetables.

Maya Series

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

Name: MAYA Series 3-Piece Starter Knife Set, X-7 Damascus Steel
Brand: Cangshan Employee Store
SKU: 503787
Price: 279.95 USD
Availability: InStock

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A celebration of beauty, precision and performance, featuring a razor-sharp blade made from proprietary X-7 Damascus steel. African blackwood handles with octagonal shape for secure, comfortable grip.

Forged from 67 layers of Cangshan proprietary X-7 Damascus steel, featuring a razor-sharp edge, high hardness, and superior stain resistance
Full-tang blades with for superior strength, improved balance, and reduced surface resistance
African blackwood octagonal handles provide secure, comfortable grip
Includes dark walnut storage box
60 Rockwell Hardness Rating

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Steel X-7 Damascus Steel

ConstructionForged, 67-layer Damascus blade

Heat TreatmentULTRA6

EdgeHand Sharpened

HandleWood

What's included

8" Chef’s Knife
3.5" Paring Knife
5" Serrated Utility Knife

Description

A celebration of beauty, precision and performance. The blades are forged from 67 layers of proprietary X-7 Damascus steel and hand sharpened to a 16-degree angle by master bladesmiths. African blackwood handle features octagonal shape for secure, comfortable grip. Comes with a dark walnut storage box.

The 8-inch Chef’s Knife is one of the kitchen’s most versatile tools, designed to chop, slice, dice, and mince a variety of meats, vegetables, and fruits.

The 5-inch Serrated Utility Knife has saw-like serrations that easily pierce through crusty breads and tough-skinned fruits and vegetables without crushing the soft interior.

The 3.5-inch Paring Knife shape is similar to the much larger chef’s knife, but the smaller size will be more comfortable for precise prep-work that requires increased control. Together, these three essential knives can tackle nearly any kitchen cutting task.

Specifications

Steel: Cangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus Steel
Construction: Forged, 67-layer Damascus blade
Hardness: 60
Blade finish: Flowing Damascus pattern
Handle: Wood

SKU: 503787

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Comparison of Cangshan knife series by price, blade, handle, construction, formats, and sheaths.
Feature	Elko	Alps	Helena	Akka	Oliv	Kita	Kuro	Maya	Yari	Thomas Keller	Aira
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 steel	German X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steel	German X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steel	Swedish 14C28N high-carbon stainless steel	Swedish 14C28N high-carbon stainless steel	Cangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus Steel	Cangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus Steel	Cangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus Steel	Cangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus Steel	Swedish Damasteel® RWL34 powder steel	Swedish Damax™ Damascus Steel
Steel Benefit	Dependable, everyday performance	Dependable, everyday performance	Dependable, everyday performance	Enhanced sharpness and edge retention	Enhanced sharpness and edge retention	Premium sharpness, durability, and edge retention	Premium sharpness, durability, and edge retention	Premium sharpness, durability, and edge retention	Premium sharpness, durability, and edge retention	Professional-level precision and performance	Exceptional performance and craftsmanship
Blade Construction	Forged, solid-steel blade	Forged, solid-steel blade	Forged, solid-steel blade	Forged, solid-steel blade	Forged, solid-steel blade	Forged, 67-layer Damascus blade	Forged, 67-layer Damascus blade	Forged, 67-layer Damascus blade	Forged, 67-layer Damascus blade	Forged, solid-steel blade	Forged, 135-layer coreless Damascus blade
Rockwell Hardness	58	58	58	60	60	60	60	60	60	61	61
Blade Appearance	Satin, polished	Satin, polished	Satin, polished	Satin, polished	Satin, polished	Hammered blade, flowing Damascus pattern	Wave-like Damascus pattern	Flowing Damascus pattern	Flowing Damascus pattern	Satin polished	Wave-like Damascus pattern
Handle & Construction
Handle Material	Synthetic	Synthetic	Synthetic	Synthetic	Olivewood	G-10 fiberglass	G-10 fiberglass	African blackwood	G-10 fiberglass	Synthetic	Pakkawood
Handle Colors	black, white	black, white	black, white; HELENA Color (prep, utility, paring): black, white, gray, red, blue, green	black, blue, taupe	natural wood	blue	slate	natural wood	gray	black, white, blue	black
Handle Shape & Feel	Rounded, traditional, ergonomic	Contoured, ergonomic	Sculpted, contoured, ergonomic	Sleek, tapered, ergonomic	Robust, contoured, ergonomic	Octagonal, ergonomic	Sculpted, contoured, ergonomic	Octagonal, ergonomic	Octagonal, ergonomic	Robust, contoured, ergonomic	Sleek, tapered, ergonomic
Bolster Style	Full bolster	Angled, full bolster	Angled, recessed bolster	Angled, recessed bolster	Angled, recessed bolster	Recessed bolster	Angled, recessed bolster	Recessed bolster	Recessed bolster	Angled, recessed bolster	Angled, recessed bolster
Tang Construction	Full tang	Full tang	Full tang	Full tang	Partial tang	Full tang	Full tang	Full tang	Full tang	Full tang	Full tang
Formats & Storage
Available Formats	Sets	Individual knives and sets	Individual knives and sets	Individual knives and sets	Individual knives and sets	Individual knives and sets	Individual knives and sets	Individual knives and sets	Individual knives and sets	Individual knives and sets	Individual knives
Sheaths (Individual Knives)	N/A (sets only)	Plastic sheath	HELENA Color (prep, utility, paring): plastic sheath	Wood sheath	No sheath	Wood sheath	Wood sheath	Wood sheath	Wood sheath	No sheath	Wood sheath

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MAYA Series 17-Piece Knife Block Set, X-7 Damascus Steel
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Cangshan Maya knives
I’ve really enjoyed using this Cangshan knife set. The knives are incredibly sharp, feel well-balanced in my hand, and make meal prep so much easier. I also love how sleek the knife block looks on my countertop—it adds a modern touch to my kitchen while keeping everything organized.
Overall, it’s a beautiful, high-quality set that performs just as well as it looks. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking to upgrade their kitchen knives.
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MAYA Series 2.75-Inch Peeling Knife, X-7 Damascus Steel
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Beautiful knife!
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