A knife to a chef is like a brush to a painter or a camera to a photographer. You can probably get the job done with any old one, but having a high-quality one that feels good in your hands can really take your performance (and meals) to the next level.

A quality knife set can be a bit on the expensive side. But making the investment is definitely worth it if you’re looking to enhance your cooking experience and produce better meals. Just saying.

Not sure where to start when it comes to choosing a knife? We suggest Damascus steel. These knives are sturdy, resistant to wear and tear, and are just as beautiful as they are functional. You know, so you can slice and dice like a pro and they’ll still look great when you decide it’s a Seamless kinda night.

We’ve done you the favor of rounding up 15 Damascus knives, for every budget, that are all on sale (up to 65% off). Now you can boost your chef skills without breaking the bank. No excuses!

Under $50

Damascus Santoku Style Chef Knife

Super affordable and handmade with Damascus steel, this 15-inch Santoku-style Chef’s knife allows you to cut meats and slice cheese with ease. Plus, the stunning buffalo horn handle and sophisticated leather sheath are a stylish addition to your kitchen. It’s usually $129, but you can grab one on sale for just $44.95.

Chef Knife with Pakka Wood and Rosewood Handle

If this chef’s knife wasn’t so effective at slicing, dicing, chopping, and skinning with ease, we’d think it was a collectible. Its pakka wood and rosewood handle and 9.75-inch hand-forged Damascus steel blade are that gorgeous. Save 51% and get it on sale for just $34.95.

Under $100

Pro Chef Kitchen Paring Knife

This all-purpose utility knife is made with over 240 layers of hand-forged, heat-treated, ground, and polished Damascus steel. It’s 12 inches long, features a 55-58 HRC blade, and makes food prep effortless. Get it on sale for $52.95 (24% off).

Damascus Chef Knives: 2-Piece Set

The perfect blend of beauty and function, these intricately hand-forged knives boost your cutting precision and kitchen aesthetic. In this set, you’ll get one 13-inch knife and one 9.25-inch knife with stunning copper bolster with dyed bone handles and hand-forged Damascus steel blades. Save 56% and get this two-piece set for just $59.95.

Damascus Chef Knife with Buffalo Horn, Brass, and Rose Wood Handle

This 13-inch chef’s knife is made with a stunning buffalo horn and rosewood handle detailing and a hand-forged Damascus steel blade. It’s ideal for managing tougher root veggies and slicing up larger cuts of meat. Usually $94, it’s 36% off here — get it for just $59.95.

Pro Chef’s Knives with Henkel Rosewood + Special Burl: Set of 5

If you like to experiment in the kitchen, you’ll want a wide variety of knives, and this five-knife set definitely delivers. It comes with two 7.5-inch knives, two six-inch knives, and one 2.5-inch knife, all with the same hardness of 58 to 60 HRC and 176-layer Damascus steel blades. The full set usually goes for $134.40, but it can be yours here for just $99.95 (25% off).

Hand-Forged Damascus Steel Chef Knife Set: 3 Pieces

The hand-forged, high-grade Damascus steel blades combined with the amazingly comfortable pakka wood scale handles of these knives make them true works of art. The set includes three knives of various lengths (13 inches, 11 inches, and 9 inches) and will take your carving, slicing, and dicing to the next level. Save over 20% here and get the set for just $69.99 (usually $89).

Mini Chef Knives: Set of 3

Short on space, but still want to upgrade your kitchen arsenal? These Mini Chef Knives should do the trick. They’re four inches long with 58 HRC Damascus blades, and while they may be small, they’re just as capable of slicing a steak as larger knives. They were originally $99.40 for the set, but you can save 24% and get it for just $74.95.

58HRC Damascus Steel Chef + Fork Knife Set

Make the meal prep experience more efficient with this knife set that features a premium chef’s knife and fork knife. Each one is 100% handmade, treated, ground, and polished, with a hardness of 58 HRC and a Damascus finish. Grab the set for only $69.95 – 24% off the usual cost.

Rose Wood Chef Knives: Set of 4

For the ultimate versatility, this set includes four different chef’s knives of different blade lengths, but each features the same hardness of 58 HRC, ironwood handles, and a Damascus finish. Save 24% and get the set for $74.95.

Functional Heavy Kitchen Cleaver

A must-have kitchen utensil for any chef, this hefty blade can open a new world of culinary options. It’s completely handmade and features 176 layers of 58 to 60 HRC Damascus steel, allowing it to seamlessly cut through meat and bone. It usually retails for $74.20, but you can get it on sale for $55.95.

Japanese Pro Olive Wood Kitchen Knives: Set of 4

If you’re looking for variety and style, this set of Japanese Pro Olive Wood Knives features 12-inch, 11-inch, 10-inch, and 9.5-inch knives with different blade styles. Each one features a hand-forged, heat-treated Damascus steel blade with a 55 to 58 HRC hardness and a sleek olive wood handle. The set of four is on sale for just $74.95 (24% off).

Under $150

Olive Wood Japanese Style Knives: Set of 5

With over 240 Damascus layers, a hardness of 55 to 58 HRC, and gorgeous olivewood handles, this set of five Japanese Style Knives can tackle everything from meats to veggies. The set features five different blade styles and lengths – from 7.5 inches to 12.5 inches – and is on sale for just $132.95 (24% off).

Cuta Chef Knives: Set of 5

Get five handmade, heat-treated, ground, polished Damascus knives with a 58 HRC hardness and you’ll be able to tackle practically any kitchen task with ease. The set features a five-inch knife, an eight-inch knife, an 11.5-inch knife, and two 12.5-inch knives, plus a sleek laminated leather case for safekeeping. It’s valued at $162.39, but you can save 24% and get it for just $121.95.

Under $200

5-Piece Professional Damascus Chef’s Kitchen Set

Chop, slice, and dice meat, veggies, and all other ingredients like a pro with this impressive five-piece set of Damascus Chef’s knives. The professional-grade blades range in size from four to 8.25 inches and each one is lightweight, precise, and features a rosewood and leather handle with brass spacers. Usually a whopping $475, it’s 62% off here. Get this set for just $179.95.