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Damascus pocket knife with stainless steel pocket clip and handmade folding design Damascus pocket knife with stainless steel pocket clip and handmade folding design

Damascus Folding Knives

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★ Handmade in Canada★ Leather Sheath Included★ Custom Engraving Available★ Handmade in Canada★ Pancake Leather Sheath Included★ Custom Engraving Available

Every Blade Tells Its Own Story

Each Stag Steel Damascus folding knife is forged by hand, not stamped off a line. The layered steel creates a grain pattern as unique as a fingerprint, so no two knives are identical. We offer two Damascus steels, each built for a different kind of carrier: high-performance carbon for the edge purist, or stainless for the grab-and-go everyday user.

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Carbon Damascus

15N20 / 1095 | 58, 69 HRC

Sharpens easier and holds an edge longer than stainless. The trade-off: it needs a quick wipe and occasional oiling to keep rust away. If you enjoy caring for your tools, this is the steel that rewards you.

Best for: collectors, outdoorsmen, edge enthusiasts

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Stainless Damascus

VG10 / 15N20 | 59, 61 HRC

Resists corrosion and needs almost no maintenance. Pull it out, use it, put it back. The practical choice for daily carry where you do not want to think about blade care.

Best for: EDC, humid climates, low-maintenance users

Steel Comparison at a Glance

Feature Carbon Damascus Stainless Damascus
Steel Composition 15N20 / 1095 VG10 / 15N20
Hardness (HRC) 58, 69 59, 61
Edge Retention Excellent Very Good
Corrosion Resistance Low (requires oiling) High (near maintenance-free)
Ease of Sharpening Easier Moderate
Best For Collectors, edge performance Daily carry, humid environments

Is a Damascus Folder Right for You?

✓ You will love this if

  • You appreciate craftsmanship over mass production
  • You want a blade with genuine character, not a stamped copy
  • You value having the right steel for your carry style
  • You are buying a gift that feels personal and considered

✗ This might not be for you if

  • You want a zero-maintenance beater you never think about
  • You prefer a uniform, factory-identical finish
  • You are not comfortable with the idea of oiling a carbon blade

What Is Included

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Hand-Forged Damascus Folder

Your choice of carbon or stainless Damascus steel, each with a one-of-a-kind grain pattern.

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Pancake Leather Sheath

A handmade leather sheath ships with every folder, ready for your belt or bag.

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Custom Engraving (Optional)

Add a name, date, or message for +$20 CAD. Makes an unforgettable gift.

Frequently Asked Questions

1 What is the difference between carbon and stainless Damascus? +
Carbon Damascus (15N20/1095) sharpens easier and holds an edge longer but needs regular oiling to prevent rust. Stainless Damascus (VG10/15N20) resists corrosion and needs almost no maintenance, making it better for daily carry.
2 What hardness are Stag Steel Damascus blades? +
Carbon Damascus folders run 58, 69 HRC. Stainless Damascus folders run 59, 61 HRC.
3 Do these knives come with a sheath? +
Yes. Every folding knife in this collection includes a handmade pancake leather sheath.
4 Can I get my knife engraved? +
Yes, custom engraving is available for +$20 CAD on any knife in this collection.
5 Where are these knives made? +
Every knife is handmade in Canada.
6 Do you ship to the USA? +
Yes, we ship across both Canada and the USA.

Quality Assurance

Every Stag Steel knife is hand-inspected before it leaves our Canadian workshop. We stand behind the craftsmanship in every blade.

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Handmade Promise

No two blades are alike. Each Damascus pattern is forged by hand, giving you a knife that is genuinely one of a kind.

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Shipping Across North America

We ship to both Canada and the USA. Your knife arrives with its leather sheath, ready to carry.

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Make It Personal

Add custom engraving to any Damascus folder for +$20 CAD. A name, a date, a short message, stamped into a blade that is already one of a kind. Perfect for groomsmen, retirements, or the collector who has everything.

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