{"title":"New Arrivals","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"10-inch-hunting-knife-custom-fixed-blade-ringtail-knife","title":"Custom Ringtail Hunting Knife – D2 Blade with Maple leaf Engraved sheath","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 Inch Hunting Knife - Custom Fixed Blade Ringtail Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not just another hunting knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a blade made to be carried with pride.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe moment you hold this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efixed blade ringtail knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, you feel how balanced and controlled it is. The ringtail design adds security to your grip, giving you better handling during detailed cutting tasks. Whether you're skinning game or working through field dressing, the knife stays steady in your hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 10 inch hunting knife provides you with the correct mixture of range and accuracy at 10 inches in total. It is powerful, but not bulky. It is the type of knife, which is used in your hunting habit, dependable, comfortable, and in readiness to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is composed of high-performance D2 tool steel, which has a great ability to hold an edge and has high toughness. D2 is also sharpened with a longer edge than normal steels and this means that it is not interrupted during its operation, and it cuts in a steady fashion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts construction is the fixed blade design that guarantees strength throughout its length. It has no weak joints, no moving parts, it is all one solid, reliable piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe leather sheath provided has an elaborate maple leaf carving which gives a professional, tailor made feel. It cushions the blade besides giving the knife a unique identity that is noticeable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Use Cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife works in areas where it is important to operate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is ideal for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcessing of deer and medium game.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkinning and trimming work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField dressing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoor and camp activities in general.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is designed as a ringtail anchor that secures your hand better, eliminating slipping and enhancing control, depending on the temperature, be it wet or cold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe marked maple leaf sheath customizes the finish giving the knife a dual purpose of both utility and an object of possession.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ringtail loop is not decorative, it improves grip security and handling precision. It allows the knife to sit naturally in your hand, increasing confidence during use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade profile supports clean slicing and steady cuts. The spine is strong, and the edge geometry is shaped for practical hunting performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe engraved maple leaf sheath adds a custom finish, turning this knife into both a working tool and a piece worth owning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/d2-steel-hunting-knives\" title=\"D2 Steel hunting knives\"\u003eD2 hunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType of Knife: Fixed blade ringtail knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 10 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Material: D2 Tool Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction: Full fixed blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShaft: Maple leaf Leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Purpose: Outdoor activities and hunting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore our complete collection of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Hunting knives\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRingtail hunting knife (D2 blade) custom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheath of maple leaf engraved leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecure packaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways clean and dry the blade after use. D2 steel is a high carbon tool steel and hence a light coating of oil will prevent the moisture-related spots. Keep the knife in a place that is dry and do not leave the knife in wet conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife will perform considerably and look good for several seasons with enough care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore our collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\" title=\"Bowie knives\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebowie knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"StagSteelKnives","offers":[{"title":"Camel Bone","offer_id":45537306837180,"sku":"SK-002-SC","price":179.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bull Horn","offer_id":45537306869948,"sku":"SK-002-SB","price":179.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/Custom_ringtail_hunting_knife_with_D2_steel_blade.webp?v=1779726905"},{"product_id":"professional-chef-knife-handmade-cu-mai-kitchen-knife","title":"Personalized Cu Mai Damascus Chef Knife  - Carbon Fiber Handle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur One-of-a-Kind Copper Damascus Chef Knife pairs a Cu-Mai layered blade with a carbon fibre and turquoise stone handle, a solid copper bolster, a fitted leather sheath, and a wooden presentation box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe blade starts as stacked copper-infused billets, forged, hammered, and shaped until the copper streaks show as flowing waves across the steel. Only one piece exists in this exact pattern, so the knife works as a working kitchen tool, a collector piece, and a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCooks comparing layered kitchen blades can browse our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/copper-damascus-chef-knives\"\u003ecopper Damascus chef knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat Comes With the Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe package includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 copper Damascus chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 custom leather sheath, moulded to this blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 wooden presentation box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional engraving on the blade, sheath, or box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat Are the Knife Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCu-Mai copper Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMust be confirmed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 to 9 inches (measure and confirm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChef knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMust be confirmed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon fibre with turquoise stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-stitched leather, fitted to this blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBox\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWooden presentation box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePersonalization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNames or initials available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat Is Cu-Mai Copper Damascus?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCu-Mai construction sandwiches a hardened core steel between outer layers that include copper. Forge welding, hammering, and etching bring out the copper as bright streaks running against the darker steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe copper does the visual work while the core steel does the cutting, which is why the edge sharpens and holds like a quality kitchen blade rather than a soft decorative one. The pattern is forged into the material, not acid-printed or laser-etched onto the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur broader selection of handmade \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/chef-knives\"\u003echef knives\u003c\/a\u003e covers other blade profiles and handle materials for the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Does the Knife Perform in the Kitchen?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe chef profile at roughly 8.5 to 9 inches covers most daily preparation. The broad blade gives knuckle clearance for rock chopping, and the belly supports slicing and dicing in a single motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePractical uses include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable slicing and dicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerb chopping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeat trimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision work on smaller ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral daily food preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAvoid bones, frozen food, and hard shells, since a thin kitchen edge chips on dense material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhy Is the Handle Different on Every Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe handle combines a carbon fibre base with turquoise stone, shaped and polished by hand into a smooth finish. Stone placement, colour depth, and the carbon weave pattern shift from one knife to the next, so the grip never repeats exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe handle also includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA solid copper bolster for a clean transition from blade to grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA polished surface that wipes clean easily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA balanced profile that sits comfortably in a pinch grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA copper bolster develops a natural patina over time. Light polishing restores the original shine if you prefer it bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhich Other Kitchen Knives Can Buyers Compare?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor a Japanese profile in the same copper construction, compare our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/k-tip-chef-knife-handmade-copper-damascus-gyuto-blade\"\u003eK-tip Gyuto copper Damascus chef knife\u003c\/a\u003e, which uses a carbon fibre and marble gemstone handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGift buyers weighing kitchen blades against outdoor and collector pieces can browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/best-knives\"\u003ebest knives\u003c\/a\u003e selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Should the Knife Be Cleaned and Stored?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHand wash with mild soap and dry the blade immediately. Skip dishwashers, soaking, abrasive pads, and harsh cleaners, since all of them attack both the etched pattern and the handle finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUse wood or high-density food-safe plastic for cutting. Glass, stone, marble, and ceramic surfaces roll and chip a fine kitchen edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor storage, keep the blade clean, dry, and lightly oiled inside the wooden box. The leather sheath protects the blade during transport and gifting, but leather holds moisture, so never store the knife inside it long term, and never seal the blade in a plastic bag where trapped humidity can cause spotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSharpen on a whetstone when cutting performance drops. Light honing between sharpenings keeps the edge true.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this real Cu-Mai copper Damascus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The blade is forged from genuine copper-layered steel. The pattern comes from the forging process, not from acid etching or printing a design onto plain steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the knife be engraved?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Engraving is available on the blade, the leather sheath, or the wooden box. Add your text in the order notes at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the handle unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe handle fuses a carbon fibre base with turquoise stone, so each grip carries its own stone placement and pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre two knives ever identical?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Forging temperature, layer movement, and copper distribution all vary, so every Cu-Mai blade carries a different pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the knife suitable for everyday cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The blade is sharp and balanced for daily prep, and it holds up as a collector piece at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"StagSteelKnives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45665713979580,"sku":"Box-03","price":730.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/copper-damascus-chef-knife-front._0c3e8f8e-8280-4154-91dc-2102d627c0a5.jpg?v=1777141391"},{"product_id":"premium-copper-damascus-bowie-knife-with-layered-damascus-guard","title":"Premium Copper Damascus Bowie Knife with Layered Damascus Guard","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Copper Damascus Bowie Knife with Damascus Guard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Premium Copper Damascus Bowie Knife with Layered Damascus Guard is crafted to deliver both visual appeal and reliable performance. The blade is forged from copper Damascus steel, revealing rich, flowing patterns that highlight the layered composition. Each blade has its own unique texture, making every piece distinct.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobust Damascus Steel Guard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe knife features a layered Damascus guard that complements the blade while adding strength and protection. This detail enhances the overall structure and maintains balance during handling. Its full tang construction ensures durability and stability, making it suitable for long-term use.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003eBrowse our full collection of handmade Bowie knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-a-bowie-knife-history-design-uses\"\u003eWhat Is a Bowie Knife? History \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ein the classic Bowie style, the blade offers a sharp edge and a well-defined clip point, allowing controlled cutting and versatile use. The handle is shaped for a secure grip, providing comfort and control during extended handling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Collector’s Masterpiece\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife is carefully finished to meet high standards, making it a suitable choice for collectors as well as practical use. The combination of copper Damascus steel and layered detailing creates a striking appearance that reflects skilled craftsmanship.Compare it with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\/products\/juan-padillo-d2-bowie-knife-camel-bone-handle\"\u003eJuan Padillo Damascus Bowie Knife\u003c\/a\u003e featuring a natural stag antler handle.Explore the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\/products\/d2-steel-alamo-musso-bowie-knife\"\u003eAlamo Musso Damascus Bowie\u003c\/a\u003e for another premium handmade design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-9707c9b4-7fff-e9b5-b14b-876cbbc7a47a\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"StagSteelKnives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45933605585084,"sku":"CBK-Box-10","price":1890.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/Custom_handmade_Copper_Damascus.jpg?v=1781638753"},{"product_id":"alamo-musso-damascus-bowie-knife-rosewood-handle","title":"Alamo Musso Damascus Bowie Knife VG10 Steel Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur Alamo Damascus Bowie Knife is a full-size working blade, built for hunting, camp work, and collectors who want a Bowie that earns its keep rather than sitting on a shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe 13 inch stainless Damascus blade is forged from VG10 and 15N20, paired with a dense rosewood handle, a forged Damascus guard, and a brass spine plate. Forward weight gives the knife authority through heavy cuts, while the clip point keeps finer work under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBuyers comparing patterned blades in this style can browse our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-bowie-knives\"\u003eDamascus Bowie knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat Comes With the Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe package includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Alamo Damascus Bowie knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 brown cowhide leather sheath with belt carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat Are the Knife Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVG10 and 15N20 stainless Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.25 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMust be confirmed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 to 6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59–61 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClip point Bowie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForged Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpine Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown cowhide leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShips next business day from Canada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat Makes VG10 and 15N20 Damascus Different?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe blade is forged from alternating layers of VG10 and 15N20, then etched so the pattern stands out across the steel. Both alloys run through the blade, so the layering is structural rather than a surface finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eVG10 brings edge retention and corrosion resistance, while 15N20 adds toughness and flexibility, a useful pairing on a long blade that takes lateral stress. Hardened to 59–61 HRC, the edge holds through field use without turning brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBecause the mix is stainless Damascus, the blade shrugs off damp conditions far better than a plain carbon Bowie. Our comparison of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/damascus-vs-d2-steel\"\u003eDamascus vs D2 steel\u003c\/a\u003e covers hardness, rust resistance, and price if you are weighing the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Does a 13 Inch Blade Perform?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLength gives reach, and reach matters when you are working through a large carcass or clearing camp. The wide blade improves slicing efficiency because more edge contacts the material per stroke, and the clip point keeps the tip usable for detail cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePractical strengths include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong reach for field dressing larger game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled tip work from the clip point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEfficient slicing across a broad cutting surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnough mass for camp chores and rough outdoor cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt 5 to 6 mm thick, the blade has the spine for hard use. Avoid prying and striking metal or stone, which chips any hardened edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Is the Handle Built?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe 5.25 inch rosewood handle is dense hardwood, chosen because it stays stable under pressure and resists the wear a big knife invites. A forged Damascus guard protects the hand, a brass spine plate reinforces the build, and Damascus pins secure the scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRosewood is a natural material, so grain and colour differ from one knife to the next. Wipe the handle occasionally with a wood-safe oil to keep it from drying out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Does the Leather Sheath Carry?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe brown cowhide sheath uses thick stitching and a belt loop for secure carry. Leather moulds to the knife over time, which improves retention. Let the sheath air dry after wet use, and never store the knife inside it long term, since leather holds moisture against the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhich Other Bowie Knives Can Buyers Compare?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor a copper-layered pattern with a warmer tone, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/copper-damascus-bowie-knives\"\u003ecopper Damascus Bowie knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCollectors and gift buyers weighing several builds can read our roundup of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-bowie-knives-for-2026-top-picks-for-hunters-and-collectors\"\u003ebest Bowie knives for 2026\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Should the Knife Be Cared For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the blade after every use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry it fully before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a light coat of oil before longer storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the knife in a dry place, out of the sheath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir dry the sheath after wet conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur full guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-care-for-a-damascus-knife\"\u003ehow to care for a Damascus knife\u003c\/a\u003e walks through cleaning, oiling, and storage so the pattern stays bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the knife used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHunting, field dressing, camp work, and general outdoor cutting. The size also makes it a display and collector piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Damascus real?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The blade is forged from layered VG10 and 15N20 steel. The pattern comes from forging and etching, not from a coating or a printed design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the blade need oiling like carbon steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLess often. Stainless Damascus resists corrosion well, though an occasional light coat protects both the edge and the pattern contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a 13 inch blade legal to own in Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A fixed blade is legal to own and carry as a tool for lawful outdoor use, since the law looks at intent rather than blade length. Carry rules vary by state and city in the US, so check local regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the knife handmade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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The clip supports everyday carry use while keeping the knife easily accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2933\" data-start=\"2896\" data-section-id=\"1iw2ai3\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItalian Leather Maple Leaf Sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3155\" data-start=\"2935\"\u003eThe included Italian leather sheath features a raised maple leaf engraving that matches the Canadian theme of the knife. The sheath protects the blade during storage and transport while adding premium presentation value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3160\" data-start=\"3157\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3830\" data-start=\"3782\" data-section-id=\"1ett65m\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Damascus Folding Knife Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3955\" data-start=\"3832\"\u003eA good Damascus folding knife should feel solid in hand and balanced during use. This knife was designed with that in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4194\" data-start=\"3957\"\u003eThe blade receives heat treatment to reach a hardness between 59 and 60 HRC. That hardness range helps maintain cutting performance while reducing brittleness. 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The result feels more personal and refined compared to mass-produced folding knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4694\" data-start=\"4554\"\u003eThe Italian leather sheath completes the setup with detailed maple leaf engraving and thick leather construction designed for long-term use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4699\" data-start=\"4696\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4749\" data-start=\"4701\" data-section-id=\"xu7ydc\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Damascus Folding Knife for EDC Users\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4869\" data-start=\"4751\"\u003eThis folding knife works well for everyday carry users looking for a premium Damascus EDC knife with collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5040\" data-start=\"4871\"\u003eThe compact design makes it easy to carry in jeans, work pants, jackets, or outdoor gear. The stainless steel pocket clip helps keep the knife secure throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5098\" data-start=\"5042\"\u003eThe blade shape supports common cutting tasks including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5196\" data-start=\"5099\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5114\" data-start=\"5099\" data-section-id=\"ciq0hr\"\u003eOpening boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5129\" data-start=\"5115\" data-section-id=\"qdyj1y\"\u003eRope cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5153\" data-start=\"5130\" data-section-id=\"1fa495z\"\u003eDaily utility cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5174\" data-start=\"5154\" data-section-id=\"4238nl\"\u003eOutdoor camp tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5196\" data-start=\"5175\" data-section-id=\"19priqj\"\u003eLight bushcraft use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5310\" data-start=\"5198\"\u003eMany EDC users search for folding knives that balance appearance and performance. This knife was built for both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5315\" data-start=\"5312\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"5366\" data-start=\"5317\" data-section-id=\"1du1f74\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFolding Knife for Collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5537\" data-start=\"5368\"\u003eCollectors often look for details that separate one knife from another. This knife includes several design elements that help it stand apart from generic folding knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5777\" data-start=\"5539\"\u003eThe Canada flag handle creates a strong visual identity. The Damascus blade pattern gives every knife a slightly different appearance. The spine file work adds another handmade detail collectors notice immediately during close inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5883\" data-start=\"5779\"\u003eThe maple leaf leather sheath ties the complete design together instead of feeling like an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6008\" data-start=\"5885\"\u003eFor collectors searching for a handmade Canadian folding knife with real Damascus steel, this knife checks the right boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"6013\" data-start=\"6010\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"6082\" data-start=\"6015\" data-section-id=\"13lpmn9\"\u003eWhy Buy from Stag \u0026amp; Steel Knives\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6110\" data-start=\"6084\" data-section-id=\"1n1mzcp\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6207\" data-start=\"6112\"\u003eEach knife receives individual finishing and detail work instead of mass-production processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6239\" data-start=\"6209\" data-section-id=\"12k18c5\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal Forged Damascus Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6302\" data-start=\"6241\"\u003eThe blade uses genuine layered 1095 and 15N20 Damascus steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6330\" data-start=\"6304\" data-section-id=\"1lnrs5r\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector-Level Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6441\" data-start=\"6332\"\u003eThe Canada flag handle, file work spine, and maple leaf leather sheath create a complete themed presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6478\" data-start=\"6443\" data-section-id=\"zfo3zx\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Everyday Carry Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6566\" data-start=\"6480\"\u003eThe knife stays compact enough for pocket carry while maintaining usable blade length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6603\" data-start=\"6568\" data-section-id=\"1vl0nph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Leather Sheath Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6689\" data-start=\"6605\"\u003eThe Italian leather sheath adds storage protection and collector presentation value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"6694\" data-start=\"6691\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"6740\" data-start=\"6696\" data-section-id=\"1nkxu8g\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6764\" data-start=\"6742\" data-section-id=\"ryw8dh\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep the Blade Dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6829\" data-start=\"6766\"\u003eDamascus steel performs best when kept clean and dry after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6857\" data-start=\"6831\" data-section-id=\"9gmkj9\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply Oil Occasionally\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6940\" data-start=\"6859\"\u003eA thin coat of knife oil helps protect the Damascus blade from moisture exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6961\" data-start=\"6942\" data-section-id=\"1qy8wg6\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStore Carefully\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7022\" data-start=\"6963\"\u003eAvoid storing the knife long-term inside damp environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7056\" data-start=\"7024\" data-section-id=\"1fdop3g\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition the Leather Sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7154\" data-start=\"7058\"\u003eLeather conditioner helps maintain the appearance and flexibility of the Italian leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7176\" data-start=\"7156\" data-section-id=\"c98yoa\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpen Properly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7265\" data-start=\"7178\"\u003eUse sharpening stones or quality sharpening systems designed for Damascus steel blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"StagSteelKnives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46744876449980,"sku":"Canadian Folding knife","price":195.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/canadian-damascus-folding-knife-maple-leaf-leather-sheath.jpg?v=1778624675"},{"product_id":"handmade-rambo-iii-damascus-bowie-knife","title":"Rambo III Damascus Bowie Knife – Pakka Wood Handle","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRambo III Bowie Knife, Forged by Hand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's be honest — most Rambo III Bowie Knife\" knives out there are factory stampings with a movie name slapped on. This isn't that. We forge this one by hand, one at a time, the way a big bowie like this is supposed to be made. You get a 12-inch VG10 stainless Damascus blade, a Damascus guard and pommel, a red pakka wood handle that fills your palm, and a leather sheath that's actually stitched, not glued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a serious piece of steel. At about 650 grams with a 5mm spine, it has real weight and presence. Pick it up and you'll feel it straight away — this is a knife built to be used, carried, and handed down, not left in a drawer. If you're new to big blades like this, it's worth browsing our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\" title=\"handmade bowie knives\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehandmade bowie knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to see how this one stacks up against the rest of the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhy VG10 Stainless Damascus Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's where this Rambo III knife pulls ahead of most Damascus bowies you'll find. A lot of Damascus out there is high-carbon steel. It looks great, but it rusts the moment you forget to oil it. Leave it in a humid garage for a week and you'll find spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOurs is different. We use VG10 paired with 15N20, which makes a \u003cstrong\u003estainless\u003c\/strong\u003e Damascus. You still get the hardness and the rippling pattern, but the blade fights off rust far better than ordinary carbon Damascus. For a knife this size — one you'll probably take outdoors — that matters. You spend less time babying it and more time using it. This knife sits in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-bowie-knives\" title=\"Damascus bowie knives collection\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus bowie knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection, which is where you'll find our most eye-catching pattern-welded blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 15N20 brings the nickel that makes the pattern pop. The VG10 brings the edge that holds. Together they give you a blade that performs and a blade that turns heads. Every one comes out a little different, so the pattern on yours won't match anyone else's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Heat Treatment — and Why the Spine Is Softer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the part most sellers skip over, so pay attention because it's the difference between a knife that lasts and one that snaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe heat treat this blade differentially. That means the hardness isn't the same everywhere. The cutting edge is taken up to \u003cstrong\u003e59 to 61 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e — hard, so it takes a sharp edge and keeps it through real work. The spine, though, we keep softer, around \u003cstrong\u003e55 to 57 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy on purpose make part of the knife softer? Because a blade that's hard all the way through is brittle. Hard steel is strong but it doesn't bend — it cracks. If your whole spine sits at 60+ HRC and you put it under heavy stress, prying or batoning or just a hard impact, there's a real chance it lets go and breaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy keeping the spine in that 55–57 range, we leave it some give. The edge stays hard where you want sharpness. The spine stays tough where you want the knife to flex and absorb shock instead of shattering. It's old-school bladesmithing, and it's the reason a properly heat-treated knife can take abuse a uniformly-hardened one can't. So if you ever feel like the spine has a touch of flex to it — that's not a flaw. That's the knife doing exactly what it's built to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow This Knife Is Built\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction is simple to describe and hard to do right. This is a \u003cstrong\u003efull-tang \u003c\/strong\u003eDamascus Rambo III knife. The steel runs in one continuous piece from the tip all the way through the handle to the pommel. There's no welded joint hiding under the scales, no thin rat-tail tang waiting to wobble loose. One piece of steel, top to bottom. That's where the strength comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guard and pommel are forged from Damascus too, fitted by hand so the lines stay clean. The handle is pakka wood — if you haven't handled it before, it's a dense wood that's been resin-stabilized, so it shrugs off moisture in a way plain wood can't. We shape it to fill the hand and give you a grip that stays put even when your hands are wet or cold. The deep red color isn't dyed-on; it runs through the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen the whole blade gets etched to bring the Damascus pattern to the surface. That's the step that takes a finished-but-plain blade and makes it the thing people stop and stare at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'd Actually Use It For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a big bowie, so let's be real about it. It's not a little EDC folder. It's the knife you reach for when you want presence and capability — hunting trips, camp work, chopping and clearing, field tasks where a smaller blade just won't do. The size that makes it impractical for slipping in a pocket is exactly what makes it shine for bigger jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd plenty of people buy it purely as a collector's piece, and that's fair too. A hand-forged Damascus bowie this size, with the Rambo III lines, looks incredible on display. If you like knives with a story behind them, take a look at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-bowie-knives\/products\/crocodile-dundee-bowie-knife-damascus-blade-with-leather-sheath\" title=\"Crocodile Dundee bowie knife\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrocodile Dundee bowie knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — another iconic big-blade design that collectors love for the same reasons. The good news is you don't have to choose. This one's fully functional and collector-grade at the same time. Use it, display it, or both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Genuinely Good Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're shopping for someone who's hard to buy for — a hunter, an outdoorsman, a collector, the guy who already has everything — this lands every time. It's the kind of gift that gets remembered. Father's Day, a milestone birthday, an anniversary, groomsmen gifts, a retirement. We can engrave it too, so it becomes truly theirs. Just reach out before you order and we'll sort the details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery order also ships with a free embroidered Stag Steel Knives cap. Small thing, but it's our way of saying thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sawback Bowie Knife, full tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG10 \/ 15N20 Stainless Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 59–61 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55–57 HRC (differential heat treat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pakka Wood, 5.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuard \u0026amp; Pommel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Damascus Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 650g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade black cowhide leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaking Care of It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot complicated, just don't ignore it. Wipe the blade down and dry it after you use it. Every so often, rub on a light coat of oil — mineral oil or camellia oil both work fine. Don't store it long-term inside the leather sheath, because leather can trap moisture against the steel. Keep it clean, keep it dry, keep it lightly oiled, and this knife will still be sharp and good-looking long after you've passed it on to someone else. If you want the full rundown, our guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-care-for-a-damascus-knife\" title=\"how to care for a Damascus knife Guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehow to care for a Damascus knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e walks through everything step by step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Stag Steel Knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery knife we make is forged by hand in small batches — no factory line, no mass production. We've been making knives since 2001, and we stand behind every blade that leaves the shop. If something isn't right when it reaches you, tell us and we'll make it right. Simple as that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"StagSteelKnives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46886568558780,"sku":"SK-025-01","price":480.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/handmade-rambo-3-bowie-vg10-damascus-sheath..jpg?v=1780276576"},{"product_id":"predator-damascus-bowie-knife","title":"Predator Bowie Knife – Handmade 14\" Damascus with Wenge Handle \u0026 Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":129,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003eThe Predator Bowie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":45,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":305}'\u003eThis is a big knife and it's supposed to be. The blade alone is 14 inches, and the whole thing runs about 19 inches end to end. It's not a pocket knife or a light little hunter, it's a full-size Damascus bowie for someone who wants something with real heft to it. The first thing people notice when they pick it up is that the Damascus pattern doesn't stop at the blade. It carries right through the guard and the pommel too, with the wenge handle sitting in the middle of it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":178,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":438}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":178,\"w\":225,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":438}'\u003eWe make these by hand in Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":214,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":474}'\u003eStag Steel Knives has been at this since 2001. There's no factory line here. Every knife gets forged, ground, heat-treated and finished by hand by our team, and because of that no two come out exactly the same. You'll see a lot of \"Damascus\" bowies online that are cranked out overseas by the hundred. This isn't that. When you hold one next to the other the difference is obvious pretty quick, in how the pattern lines up across the fittings and how the wenge sits against the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":348,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":608}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":348,\"w\":234,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":608}'\u003eHow the Damascus is actually made\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":383,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":643}'\u003ePeople ask what makes the pattern, so here's the short version. We start with separate bars of VG10 and 15N20 steel. Those get forge-welded together, then folded and drawn out again and again until you've got dozens of layers stacked up in the billet. At the end the blade gets an acid etch, and because the two steels react to the acid differently, that's what brings out the light and dark ripples you see running down the blade. It's in the steel itself. It's not printed or stamped on, which is why every one looks a little different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":517,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":777}'\u003eOne practical thing worth knowing: VG10 is stainless, so this blade handles moisture and humidity a lot better than a plain carbon Damascus would. You don't have to baby it. Wipe a little oil on it once in a while and it'll be fine, even if you're keeping it on display somewhere that isn't bone dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":611,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":871}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":611,\"w\":126,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":871}'\u003eThe heat treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":647,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":907}'\u003eThis is the part most sellers won't tell you about. We don't harden the whole blade to one hardness. The edge is taken to 59 to 61 HRC so it gets sharp and stays sharp, but the spine is left softer on purpose. On a blade this long that matters. If you harden the whole thing all the way through it gets brittle and a knock can crack it. Leaving the spine softer lets the blade flex a bit and take a hit without snapping. Hard edge, tougher back. That's how a bowie this size should be built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":780,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1040}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":780,\"w\":152,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1040}'\u003eThe handle and fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":816,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1076}'\u003eThe handle is wenge. It's a dark African hardwood with a heavy straight grain, denser and tougher than the woods you usually find on a bowie, and it holds up well over the years. There's a Damascus spacer where the handle meets the blade, and the guard and the pommel are both Damascus steel as well, so the pattern reads the whole way from tip to butt. At 5.15 inches there's a good amount of handle to grab, which you want on a knife with this much blade in front of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":950,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1210}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":950,\"w\":71,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1210}'\u003eThe sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":985,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1245}'\u003eIt comes with a hand-stitched cowhide leather sheath. There's a snap strap that holds the knife in place and a tooled edge around it. It does the job, keeps the blade safe, and looks right sitting next to the knife if you're displaying it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1060,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1320}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1060,\"w\":91,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1320}'\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1096,\"w\":560,\"h\":196,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1356}'\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1096,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1356}'\u003eKnife Name: Predator Bowie Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1115,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1375}'\u003eBlade Steel: VG10 \/ 15N20 Stainless Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1135,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1395}'\u003eEdge Hardness: 59–61 HRC (differential heat treat, softer spine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1154,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1414}'\u003eBlade Length: 14 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1174,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1434}'\u003eBlade Thickness: 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1194,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1454}'\u003eBlade Width: 2.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1213,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1473}'\u003eHandle: Wenge wood, 5.15 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1233,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1493}'\u003eGuard \u0026amp; Pommel: Damascus steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1252,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1512}'\u003eSheath: Hand-stitched cowhide leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1272,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1532}'\u003eOverall Length: approximately 19 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1306,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1566}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1306,\"w\":72,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1566}'\u003eOn the size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1341,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1601}'\u003eJust so it's clear before you buy, this is a large bowie. About 19 inches overall. It's heavy in the hand and it makes a statement on a wall or a shelf. If you've been hunting for a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-bowie-knives\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Damascus Bowie Knives Collection\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1380,\"w\":146,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1640}'\u003eDamascus bowie knife\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003ewith the size that big-bowie collectors actually want, this is built for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1436,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1696}'\u003eIf you want to see what else we make, here's the full set of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"handmade bowie knives Collection\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":374,\"y\":1436,\"w\":158,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":790,\"abs_y\":1696}'\u003ehandmade bowie knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and if you're newer to these, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-a-bowie-knife-history-design-uses\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"history and design of the bowie knife\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":187,\"y\":1455,\"w\":245,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":603,\"abs_y\":1715}'\u003ehistory and design of the bowie knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is worth a read. When yours shows up, the guide on \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":1475,\"w\":218,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":613,\"abs_y\":1735}'\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-care-for-a-damascus-knife\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"how to care for a Damascus knife\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehow to care for a Damascus knife\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-care-for-a-damascus-knife\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":1475,\"w\":218,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":613,\"abs_y\":1735}'\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e covers keeping the pattern looking right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1530,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1790}'\u003eWe make these one at a time, so when this one's sold the next won't be identical to it. If it's the one you want, don't sit on it too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1585,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1845}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1585,\"w\":183,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1845}'\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1621,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1881}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1621,\"w\":213,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1881}'\u003eWho makes the Predator Bowie?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Stag Steel Knives team forges it by hand in our Canadian workshop. We've been making knives since 2001, and every blade is shaped and finished by hand, not on a production line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1696,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1956}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1696,\"w\":265,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1956}'\u003eHow is the VG10 Damascus blade made?\u003c\/strong\u003e We forge-weld layers of VG10 and 15N20 steel, fold and draw them out into dozens of layers, then acid-etch the finished blade. The two steels etch differently and that's what brings out the pattern. Every blade is one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1770,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2030}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1770,\"w\":227,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2030}'\u003eWhat heat treatment does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e A differential heat treatment. The edge is hardened to 59–61 HRC so it stays sharp, and the spine is left softer so a blade this long can flex and take a knock instead of cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1845,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2105}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1845,\"w\":196,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2105}'\u003eWill the Damascus blade rust?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's stainless VG10 Damascus, so it resists rust and staining a lot better than carbon Damascus. A light coat of oil now and then keeps the edge and the pattern looking good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1920,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2180}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1920,\"w\":251,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2180}'\u003eHow big is a bowie knife like this one?\u003c\/strong\u003e The blade is 14 inches and the handle is 5.15 inches, about 19 inches overall. It's a true large, full-size bowie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1975,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2235}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1975,\"w\":147,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2235}'\u003eWhat is a bowie knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's a large fixed-blade knife with a clip-point blade that goes back to the American frontier. The Predator is a Damascus version of that classic shape, built full size for collectors and outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2050,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2310}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2050,\"w\":361,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2310}'\u003eDoes this Damascus bowie come with a leather sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It ships in a hand-stitched cowhide leather sheath with a snap strap and a tooled border, made to carry the knife safely and to sit next to it on display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2125,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2385}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2125,\"w\":389,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2385}'\u003eWhat makes this a handmade bowie and not a factory one?\u003c\/strong\u003e Every one is forged, ground, heat-treated and finished by hand, one at a time. The Damascus runs through the guard and pommel, and no two are identical. 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The blade is 14 inches, the whole knife runs about 19 inches, and it's built for someone who wants a full-size working bowie they can actually beat on, not just look at. Where the Damascus version is about the pattern, this one is about toughness. Black D2 blade, stainless guard and pommel, black Micarta handle, black leather sheath. It's a no-nonsense look and it does what it's supposed to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe make these by hand in Canad a\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eStag Steel Knives has been making knives since 2001. This is a team effort start to finish, all of it done by hand in our Canadian shop, from forging the blade to grinding it, heat-treating it and fitting the handle. There's no factory line involved, so every knife comes out with its own small character. A lot of the big \"D2 bowie\" knives you see online are mass produced overseas. This isn't one of those, and you can feel the difference when you pick it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy D2 steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eD2 is a tool steel, and it's a favorite for hard-use knives for good reason. It's got a lot of carbon and chromium in it, which means it holds an edge a long time and stands up to heavy cutting without dulling fast. People ask if D2 is good knife steel, and the short answer is yes, especially for a big bowie that's going to see real work. It's not fully stainless though, it's what people call semi-stainless, so it's got better rust resistance than plain carbon steel but it's not bulletproof against moisture. Wipe it down and keep a little oil on it and it'll stay clean for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe heat treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is the part worth paying attention to. We don't run the whole blade to one hardness. The edge is heat-treated to 59 to 61 HRC so it gets properly sharp and holds that edge, and the spine is left a little softer on purpose. On a 14 inch blade that's important. Take the whole thing to full hardness and it can get brittle, and a hard knock can chip or crack it. Leaving the spine softer lets the blade flex a bit and absorb a hit instead of snapping. Hard edge up front, tougher back behind it. For a bowie this size that's the way to build it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe handle and fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe handle is black Micarta. Micarta is a tough composite that's a workhorse handle material, it doesn't crack or swell with moisture and it gives you a solid grip even when your hands are wet or cold, which is more than you can say for a lot of wood handles. The guard and the pommel are stainless steel, which keeps the look clean and adds some rust resistance at the ends. At 5.15 inches the handle gives you plenty to hold, and you want that on a knife with 14 inches of blade in front of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIt comes with a black hand-stitched cowhide leather sheath. There's a snap strap to hold the knife in and a tooled edge around it. It keeps the blade protected and rides well on a belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eKnife Name: Predator Bowie Knife (D2 Steel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade Steel: D2 Tool Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEdge Hardness: 59–61 HRC (differential heat treat, softer spine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade Length: 14 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade Thickness: 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade Width: 2.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHandle: Black Micarta, 5.15 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGuard \u0026amp; Pommel: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSheath: Black hand-stitched cowhide leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOverall Length: approximately 19 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eJust so it's clear, this is a large bowie. About 19 inches end to end, heavy in the hand, and it makes a statement sitting out. If you've been after a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/d2-steel-bowie-knives\" title=\"D2 steel bowie knife\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD2 steel bowie knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e with real size and a build that holds up to use, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIf you want to see the rest of what we make, here's the full set of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\" title=\"handmade bowie knives\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehandmade bowie knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and if you're weighing your options, our write-up on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/damascus-vs-d2-steel\" title=\"the difference between Damascus and D2 steel\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ethe difference between Damascus and D2 steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is worth a read. When yours arrives, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-care-for-a-damascus-knife\" title=\"knife care guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eknife care guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e covers keeping a D2 blade clean and sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWe make these one at a time, so when this one sells the next won't be exactly the same. If it's the one you want, grab it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46900496302268,"sku":"SK-022-02","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/Predator-d2-steel-bowie-knife-blade.jpg?v=1780624645"},{"product_id":"juan-padillo-damascus-bowie-knife-antler-handle","title":"Damascus Bowie Knife Juan Padillo Stag Antler Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Juan Padillo is a handmade Damascus Bowie knife with a natural stag antler handle, a 10-inch full-tang blade forged from VG10 and 15N20 steel hardened to 59–61 HRC, and a hand-stitched cowhide leather sheath included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a faithful take on the classic frontier Bowie — forged, ground, and finished by hand for hunters, outdoorsmen, and collectors who want a blade with real heritage and the strength to back it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a stamped, factory blade. Every Juan Padillo Damascus Bowie knife is shaped one at a time at our forge, where the flowing Damascus pattern is drawn out of the steel itself rather than printed onto it. The result is a hand forged Bowie knife that looks like a collector’s piece and performs like a working tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA frontier Bowie, built the old way\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 15.25 inches overall with a 10-inch clip-point blade, the Juan Padillo has genuine presence in the hand. The clip point gives you a fine, controllable tip for detail work and a long belly for slicing — the same profile that made the Bowie the definitive American fixed-blade knife. If you want the full backstory, our guide on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-a-bowie-knife-history-design-uses\" title=\"What is Bowie Knife?\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewhat a Bowie knife is, its history and design\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecovers where this shape comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this custom Bowie knife apart is the detailing only handwork produces: a hand-filed spine, a forged Damascus S-guard that echoes the blade pattern, and a one-of-a-kind natural antler handle. Because the handle is genuine stag antler horn, no two are identical — the colour, texture, and grain of the piece you receive are unique to your knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy hunters and collectors choose this Damascus Bowie knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine hand forged Damascus steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— VG10 and 15N20 layered and patterned in the forge, not coated or etched.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e59–61 HRC hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— strong edge retention that holds through real field use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid full-tang construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— the blade steel runs the entire length of the handle for the balance and backbone a Bowie demands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural stag antler handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— a true one-of-a-kind handle, exactly the kind collectors search for in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-bowie-knives\" title=\"Damascus Bowie Knives Collection\"\u003eDamascus Bowie knives with antler handles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-bowie-knives\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-filed spine \u0026amp; Damascus guard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— finishing details you only get from a maker, not a machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeather sheath included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— a fitted, hand-stitched cowhide belt sheath comes with every knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus (VG10 + 15N20)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59–61 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed blade, clip point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid full tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural antler horn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand filework\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCowhide leather, included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDamascus or D2 — which steel is right for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bowie is forged in VG10\/15N20 Damascus, prized for its layered pattern and excellent edge retention. If you are weighing your options against our D2 models, our breakdown of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/damascus-vs-d2-steel\" title=\"Damascus vs D2 Steel: Which Knife Steel Is Right for You?\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDamascus vs D2 steel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecompares hardness, durability, rust resistance, and price so you can choose with confidence. Still deciding on the right blade overall? See our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-bowie-knives-for-2026-top-picks-for-hunters-and-collectors\" title=\"Best Bowie Knives for 2026 – Top Picks for Hunters and Collectors\"\u003ebest Bowie knives for 2026\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eroundup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you care for a Damascus Bowie knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamascus steel should be kept clean, dry, and lightly oiled to protect both the edge and the pattern. Wipe the blade down after every use, avoid leaving it wet or stored long-term inside the leather sheath, and re-oil it occasionally. Our full guide on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-care-for-a-damascus-knife\" title=\"how to care for a Damascus knife\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehow to care for a Damascus knife\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewalks through cleaning, oiling, and storage step by step so your blade stays sharp and beautiful for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA handmade Bowie knife worth gifting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its natural antler handle, patterned Damascus blade, and included leather sheath, the Juan Padillo makes a standout gift for hunters, outdoorsmen, and collectors — Father’s Day, groomsmen, a milestone birthday, or a retirement. We also offer engraving and custom work, so reach out through our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact Us Page\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eif you’d like to personalise it. Shipping to Canada and worried about the rules? Our guide to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/bowie-knife-laws-in-canada-what-hunters-should-know\" title=\"Bowie knife laws in Canada\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBowie knife laws in Canada\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecovers what hunters should know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for more in this style? Browse the full\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\" title=\"Handmade Bowie Knife Collection\"\u003eBowie knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare the Juan Padillo with our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/alamo-musso-damascus-bowie-knife-rosewood-handle\" title=\"Alamo Musso Damascus Bowie\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAlamo Musso Damascus Bowie\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/premium-copper-damascus-bowie-knife-with-layered-damascus-guard\" title=\"Copper Damascus Bowie Knives Collection\"\u003ePremium Copper Damascus Bowie\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ1: \u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Juan Padillo a handmade Damascus Bowie knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe knife is individually forged, ground, and finished by hand using layered VG10 and 15N20 Damascus steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ2: \u003cstrong\u003eIs this Damascus Bowie knife suitable for hunting and outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, its full tang construction and 59–61 HRC hardness make it suitable for various outdoor and utility tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ3: \u003cstrong\u003eDoes every stag antler handle look the same?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, each natural stag antler handle has unique colour, texture, and grain patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ4:\u003cstrong\u003e What steel is used in this custom Damascus Bowie knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade is forged from layered VG10 and 15N20 Damascus steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ5: \u003cstrong\u003eDoes the knife come with a sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, every Juan Padillo Damascus Bowie knife includes a hand-stitched cowhide leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46903375528124,"sku":"SK-023-01","price":370.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/juan-padillo-bowie-knife-clip-point-blade..jpg?v=1780705926"},{"product_id":"juan-padillo-d2-bowie-knife-camel-bone-handle","title":"Juan Padillo D2 Bowie Knife  Handmade in Canada with Camel Bone Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e I've been making knives by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ehandmade D2 Bowie knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e since 2001, and the Juan Padillo is one I keep coming back to. This is the D2 version of it. Same Bowie I forge in Damascus, but built in \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eD2 tool steel Bowie knife Canada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with a camel bone handle, a black steel guard, and a black \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ecustom \u003cstrong\u003eBowie knife with leather sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e Some people call this pattern a\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Whats is bowie Knife Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-a-bowie-knife-history-design-uses\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSpanish Bowie\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Call it whatever you like, it's a big, honest working knife. Let me tell you what you're actually holding, because the photos only get you halfway there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe D2 blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is 10 inches of D2. I went with D2 on this one for a reason. It's a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel, and it holds an edge a long time. If you've ever owned a knife that goes dull after one afternoon of real work, you know why that matters. D2 doesn't do that. It takes a keen edge and it keeps it through hard use, which is exactly what you want from a Bowie this size. It's also wear-resistant, so the edge survives the kind of cutting that chews up softer steels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWill it rust?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople always ask me if D2 rusts. Here's the honest answer: D2 is semi-stainless. It's got enough chromium to shrug off rust far better than a plain carbon blade, but it's not fully stainless, so it's not maintenance-free. Wipe it down after you use it and put \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Damascus Steel Care Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-care-for-a-damascus-knife\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ea light coat of oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on it now and then, and it'll stay clean for years. That's it. No fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt heavy, built full tang\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade runs 5 to 6 millimeters thick at the spine. That's heavy stock, and you feel it in the hand. This isn't a thin little camp knife. It's a full-size Bowie at 15.25 inches overall with a 5.25 inch handle, and it has real presence and weight. The clip-point shape gives you a fine tip for detail work and a long curved belly for slicing, which is the whole reason the Bowie became the knife it is. I file the spine by hand, and you can see the work in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003efull tang Bowie knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, and I won't sell a working Bowie any other way. That means the steel runs the entire length of the \u003cstrong\u003ehandle Bowie knife\u003c\/strong\u003e in one solid piece. There's no thin little stub hidden inside the grip waiting to snap when you put real force into it. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003efull tang Bowie knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e hunting Bowie knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is what gives the knife its balance and its backbone. You can baton it, you can pry a little, you can lean on it, and it holds together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe heat treatment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heat treatment is differential. I harden the edge to 59 to 61 HRC so it stays sharp, and I leave the spine a touch softer. On a blade this long that's important, because a softer spine lets the knife flex and take a knock instead of going brittle and cracking on you. A hard edge with a tough back is the old way of doing it, and it's still the right way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCamel bone handle and black guard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ecamel bone handle knife\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e It's a dense, hard-wearing natural material with a warm grain that I like a lot, and because it's natural, no two handles come out exactly the same. The one you get is yours. It grips well in the hand, wet or dry, and it ages nicely. The guard is black steel, which sets the whole thing off and keeps your hand where it belongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe sheath\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery knife ships with a black cowhide leather sheath that I stitch by hand. It's got a snap strap to hold the knife in and a tooled border, and it's made to ride on a belt and actually protect the blade, not just look good in a photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this knife is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo who's this for? Hunters, mostly, and collectors who want something they can also use. It'll handle field dressing, camp chores, heavy cutting, the lot. It's a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Handmade Bowie Knives Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehunting Bowie knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e that earns its keep, and it's a handmade Bowie knife that looks like it belongs on a wall too. If you're trying to decide between this and \u003cstrong\u003emy Damascus version\u003c\/strong\u003e, the short answer is: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"D2 Steel Vs Damascus Steel\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/damascus-vs-d2-steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD2 is the tougher, lower-maintenance, better-value working blade, and Damascus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is the one you buy for the pattern and the look. Neither is wrong. It comes down to what you want out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandmade, not factory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word on what makes this different from the cheap \u003cstrong\u003eD2 Bowies \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003etool steel knife Canada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll find online. Those are stamped out by the hundred, all identical, ground by machine. Mine are forged, ground, heat-treated and finished by hand, one at a time, here in \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ehandmade Bowie knife Canada gift\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e The hand-filed spine, the fitted camel bone, the way the guard sits, that's all handwork. A factory can't give you a one-of-a-kind knife, and that's the whole point of buying from a maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA knife worth gifting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also makes a genuinely good gift. A full-size \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade D2 Bowie\u003c\/strong\u003e with a bone handle and a leather sheath is the kind of thing people keep for life and pass down. It shows up ready to give, in its sheath and a branded box. If you want it personalized, I do engraving and \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecustom Bowie knife gift\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ework, so just \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Contact Us\" href=\"%20https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eget in touch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's the knife. It's built to be carried and used, not babied. If you've got questions about the steel, the handle, or anything else, ask me. I'd rather you buy the right knife than the wrong one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 15.25 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 10 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: 5.25 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade steel: D2 tool steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 59–61 HRC (differential)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade thickness: 5–6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade type: Fixed blade, clip point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTang: Solid full tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Camel bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuard: Black steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine: Hand filework\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheath: Black cowhide leather, included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46906237747388,"sku":"SK-023-02","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/juan-padillo-d2-bowie-knife-camel-bone-handle..jpg?v=1780773899"},{"product_id":"san-mai-damascus-hunting-knife-pine-cone-handle","title":"Reaper Hunting Knife – Handmade San Mai Damascus with Pine Cone Handle \u0026 Leather Sheath","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":170,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003eThe Reaper Hunting Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":45,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":305}'\u003eThis one's a looker, but it's built to work. The Reaper is a full-tang hunting knife with a 5.75-inch San Mai Damascus blade, a stabilized pine cone handle nobody else is going to have, and an Italian leather sheath with a skull tooled into the front. It runs 10.5 inches overall, so it sits in the hand like a proper hunting knife — big enough to do real work in the field, controllable enough for skinning and caping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":159,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":419}'\u003eIf you've been looking for a Damascus hunting knife that isn't another mass-produced factory blade, this is it. Forged, ground, and finished by hand, and because of the materials, no two come out the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":234,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":494}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":234,\"w\":193,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":494}'\u003eWhat San Mai actually means\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":269,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":529}'\u003eYou'll see a lot of \"Damascus\" knives online, but San Mai is a different build, and it's worth knowing what you're paying for. San Mai is a three-layer construction. There's a hard cutting core down the middle — ours is VG10 — and it's clad on both sides with pattern-welded 15N20 steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":364,\"w\":560,\"h\":137,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":624}'\u003eWe build it this way for a simple reason: you get the best of both. The hard VG10 core takes a keen edge and holds it, hardened to 59–61 HRC. The softer outer layers wrap around that core and give the blade toughness, so it flexes and absorbs shock instead of going brittle the way a fully hardened single steel can. On a hunting knife that gets used hard — working a joint, cutting through hide and cartilage — that matters. You can see the line where the core meets the cladding running down the blade; that's not printed or etched on, that's the actual San Mai laminate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":517,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":777}'\u003eOne practical thing worth knowing: the VG10 core is a stainless steel, so this blade shrugs off the blood, moisture, and humidity of field work far better than a plain carbon Damascus would. A wipe and a light coat of oil now and then is really all it asks for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":592,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":852}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":592,\"w\":140,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":852}'\u003eThe pine cone handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":627,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":887}'\u003eThis is where the knife stops being just another hunter. The handle is made from real pine cones, stabilized in resin and then ground and finished by hand. Look close and you can see the actual cone scales locked into the resin, with blue, amber, and deep red running all the way through it. The cone decides the pattern, not us, so every handle is one of a kind. It's dense and solid, fills the hand, and won't crack, swell, or shift the way natural wood can when it gets wet — which is exactly what you want on a knife you take outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":761,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1021}'\u003eSet into the handle is a copper Masonic skull pin. Small detail, but it ties the whole knife together with the skull theme that carries through to the sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":816,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1076}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":816,\"w\":71,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1076}'\u003eThe sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":852,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1112}'\u003eThe sheath is hand-stitched from premium Italian leather, with a skull tooled into a shield on the front and a basket-weave pattern worked across the body. It's not just for show, either. The belt loop is removable, and the sheath is set up for both horizontal and vertical carry — so you can run it on your hip the normal way, or lay it flat across the back of your belt for a cleaner carry on the trail. Most fixed-blade sheaths don't bother giving you that option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":985,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1245}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":985,\"w\":91,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1245}'\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1021,\"w\":560,\"h\":215,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1281}'\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1021,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1281}'\u003eKnife Name: Reaper Hunting Knife (full tang)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1040,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1300}'\u003eBlade Steel: San Mai Damascus — VG10 core \/ 15N20 cladding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1060,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1320}'\u003eBlade Hardness: 59–61 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1080,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1340}'\u003eBlade Length: 5.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1099,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1359}'\u003eBlade Width: 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1119,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1379}'\u003eBlade Thickness: 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1138,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1398}'\u003eHandle: Stabilized exotic multi-color pine cone, 4.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1158,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1418}'\u003eHandle Pin: Copper Masonic skull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1178,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1438}'\u003eOverall Length: 10.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1197,\"w\":520,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1457}'\u003eSheath: Premium Italian leather, skull-engraved, removable belt loop, horizontal and vertical carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1250,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1510}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1250,\"w\":116,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1510}'\u003eWhat it's built for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1286,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1546}'\u003eThis is a hunting knife first. The 5.75-inch blade with that wide, sweeping belly is made for the real jobs — field dressing, skinning, caping, and general camp work. The strong tip lets you get into a carcass without puncturing what you don't want to, and there's enough belly to skin cleanly in long strokes. A lot of people will hang this one on a wall too, and it earns that — but it's a working knife under the looks, and the San Mai blade is built to be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1420,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1680}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1420,\"w\":162,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1680}'\u003eMade by hand in Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1455,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1715}'\u003eWe've been making knives at Stag Steel Knives since 2001, and this is a team effort start to finish — forged, ground, fitted, and finished by hand in our Canadian shop. There's no production line here, which is exactly why the pine cone handle and the San Mai laminate come out the way they do. Set it next to the factory \"Damascus\" hunters that flood the market and the difference shows up fast, in the way the laminate runs down the blade and the way the resin handle is finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1589,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1849}'\u003eIf you want to see the rest of what we make, here's our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"handmade hunting knives Collection\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1589,\"w\":545,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1849}' rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1589,\"w\":545,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1849}'\u003ehandmade hunting knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and since this is a Damascus blade, it lives in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Damascus hunting knives Collection\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":361,\"y\":1608,\"w\":166,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":777,\"abs_y\":1868}'\u003eDamascus hunting knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection alongside the others. New to hunting blades? Our guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-are-hunting-knives-used-for\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"what hunting knives are used for\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1628,\"w\":521,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1888}'\u003ewhat hunting knives are used for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e walks through the types and how to pick one. And once yours arrives, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-care-for-a-damascus-knife\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"how to care for a Damascus knife\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":35,\"y\":1667,\"w\":218,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":451,\"abs_y\":1927}'\u003ehow to care for a Damascus knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e guide covers keeping a San Mai blade clean and sharp for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1722,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1982}'\u003eWe make these one at a time, so when this one sells the next won't be identical to it. If it's the one you want, don't sit on it too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1778,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2038}'\u003eFree shipping across Canada, with affordable shipping rates to the USA and worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is San Mai Damascus steel?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"San Mai is a three-layer blade construction with a hard cutting core laminated between softer outer layers. This knife uses a VG10 core for edge retention, clad in 15N20 pattern-welded steel for toughness, so you get a sharp edge and a blade that resists chipping.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is the blade stainless, and will it rust?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The VG10 core is a stainless steel, so this blade resists rust and staining far better than plain carbon Damascus. It is not fully rust-proof, but a quick wipe and a light coat of oil after use keeps it in top condition.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How hard is the blade?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The blade is hardened to 59 to 61 HRC. The hard VG10 core holds a keen edge, while the softer San Mai cladding keeps the blade tough enough for real field work.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How big is this hunting knife?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The blade is 5.75 inches long, 2 inches wide, and 5 mm thick, with a 4.75 inch handle, for an overall length of 10.5 inches. It is a full-size working hunting knife that still gives you control for skinning and detail work.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is the handle made of?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The handle is made from real pine cones stabilized in resin and hand-ground to reveal the natural cone scales in blue, amber, and red. It is fitted with a copper Masonic skull pin, and no two handles come out the same.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can the sheath be worn horizontally or vertically?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. The Italian leather sheath has a removable belt loop and is set up for both horizontal and vertical carry, so you can wear it on your hip or flat across the back of your belt.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is this knife good for hunting and skinning?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. The 5.75 inch blade with a full belly and a strong tip is built for field dressing, skinning, caping, and general camp tasks. It is a working hunting knife, not just a display piece.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is the knife full tang and handmade?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. It is full tang, with the steel running the full length of the handle for strength, and it is forged and finished by hand at Stag Steel Knives in Canada.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How do I care for the blade?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Wipe the blade clean and dry it after use, and apply a light coat of oil now and then. Store it out of the leather sheath long term, and it will keep its edge and finish for decades.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does this knife make a good gift?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"It does. With its San Mai Damascus blade, one-of-a-kind pine cone handle, copper skull pin, and skull-engraved leather sheath, it is a standout gift for hunters, collectors, and anyone who appreciates handmade work, and it arrives in a branded box.\"\n      }\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46909655351484,"sku":"SK-028","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/damascus-hunting-knife-leather-sheath-belt-loop.jpg?v=1781331606"},{"product_id":"stainless-damascus-hunting-knife-maple-leaf-pine-cone","title":"Maple Ridge Hunting Knife – Handmade Stainless Damascus with Black Pine Cone Handle \u0026 Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Maple Ridge Hunting Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eI built this one to be carried, not babied. It's a full-tang \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\/products\/san-mai-damascus-hunting-knife-pine-cone-handle\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"fixed blade hunting knife\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efixed blade hunting knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e with a 5.5-inch stainless Damascus blade, a black pine cone handle, and a tooled leather sheath with a maple leaf worked into it. Overall it's a hair over 10 inches, and it sits in the hand like a hunting knife should: enough blade to do real work, enough control to skin and cape without fighting it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIf you've been hunting for a \u003cstrong\u003eDamascus hunting knives\u003c\/strong\u003e that won't rust on you the first wet morning out, this is the one to look at. I forge it from a stainless Damascus, so you get the pattern without the babysitting — and unlike most \u003cstrong\u003eDamascus hunting knives for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e online, this one's made by hand, not stamped out in a factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Damascus — the pattern without the rust\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHere's the thing most people learn the hard way. A lot of Damascus out there is carbon steel, and carbon steel rusts if you don't keep after it. You take a beautiful blade into the field, it meets blood and damp, and a few weeks later there's rust sitting in that pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eI make this blade from a stainless Damascus, VG10 and 15N20 forge-welded together. The VG10 brings the stainless toughness and a hard edge, the 15N20 gives that bright contrast in the pattern, and the whole blade lands at 59 to 61 HRC. As a \u003cstrong\u003eDamascus steel knife for hunting\u003c\/strong\u003e, that combination is what you want: it holds an edge through a full field dressing and it shrugs off the moisture that eats carbon blades. A wipe and the odd drop of oil is all it really wants. The wavy pattern you see runs through the steel, it isn't printed on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe blade is 5.5 inches long with a deep belly and a strong tip, running 5 to 6 mm thick at the spine. That thickness matters when you're prying through a joint or working a tough carcass, the blade has the backbone for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe black pine cone handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe handle is the part that stops people. It's made from real pine cones, synthesized and stabilized into a solid black-and-amber handle, then shaped and finished by hand. You can see the actual cone scales locked in there, dark with that natural fire running through the middle. Because it's a real cone set in resin, no two handles come out the same, so yours is genuinely one of a kind. It's tough, it fills the hand, and it won't crack or swell when it gets wet the way natural wood can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSet into it is a maple leaf Masonic pin, a small Canadian touch that ties the whole knife together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe leather sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe sheath is hand-stitched leather with a maple leaf tooled into the front and a finished two-tone look. It's a \u003cstrong\u003efixed blade hunting knife with a sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e built to actually carry, not just hold the knife. It's set up for both vertical and horizontal wear, so you can run it straight down on your hip or lay it flat across your belt, whichever suits how you carry in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eKnife Name: Maple Ridge Hunting Knife (full tang)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade Steel: Stainless Damascus — VG10 \/ 15N20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade Hardness: 59–61 HRC (rust-proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade Length: 5.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade Thickness: 5–6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHandle: Black synthesized pine cone, 4.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHandle Pin: Maple leaf Masonic pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOverall Length: ~10 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSheath: Tooled leather, maple leaf engraving, vertical \u0026amp; horizontal carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it's built for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is a hunting knife first. The 5.5-inch blade with its sweeping belly is made for field dressing, skinning, caping, and the everyday cutting that comes with a day in the bush. The strong tip gets into a carcass without tearing what you don't want torn, and there's enough belly to skin in long clean strokes. Plenty of folks will display this one too, and it earns that, but underneath the looks it's a working blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by hand in Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWe've been making knives at Stag Steel Knives since 2001, and every one is forged, ground, and finished by hand. No production line, which is exactly why the pine cone handle and the stainless Damascus come out the way they do. Set this next to the factory \"Damascus\" hunters flooding the market and the difference shows fast — which is what puts it among the \u003cstrong\u003ebest Damascus hunting knives\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll find handmade, in the steel, in the handle, and in the fact that it won't rust on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHave a look at our full range of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"handmade hunting knives Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehandmade hunting knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and since this is a Damascus blade, it lives in the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Damascus hunting knives Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus hunting knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection with the rest. New to Damascus and want to know what you're buying? My guide on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"what a Damascus knife really is\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-a-damascus-knife\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewhat a Damascus knife really is\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e breaks down stainless versus carbon. And once yours arrives, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"how to care for a Damascus knife\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-care-for-a-damascus-knife\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehow to care for a Damascus knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e covers keeping it sharp for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eI make these one at a time, so when this one's gone the next won't be identical. If it's the one you want, don't wait too long on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFree shipping across Canada, with affordable shipping rates to the USA and worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What makes this one of the best Damascus hunting knives?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"It is a handmade stainless Damascus hunting knife, forged from VG10 and 15N20 so it resists rust far better than carbon Damascus, hardened to 59 to 61 HRC. You get a one of a kind pine cone handle and a working blade built for the field, not a factory piece.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is this a fixed blade hunting knife with a sheath?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. It is a full tang fixed blade hunting knife and it comes with a tooled leather sheath set up for both vertical and horizontal carry, so you can wear it on your hip or flat across your belt.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Will this Damascus steel hunting knife rust?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"No, not the way carbon Damascus does. It is stainless Damascus made from VG10 and 15N20, so a quick wipe and a light oil now and then keeps it spotless through hard field use.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Are these Damascus hunting knives good for skinning?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. The 5.5 inch blade with a full belly and strong tip is built for field dressing, skinning, caping, and general camp work. It is a working hunting knife, not just a display piece.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Do you have Damascus hunting knives for sale made in Canada?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. This Damascus hunting knife is forged, ground, and finished by hand at Stag Steel Knives in Canada, one at a time, and it is in stock and for sale now while it lasts.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What steel is this Damascus hunting knife made of?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The blade is stainless Damascus, forge-welded from VG10 and 15N20. The VG10 gives a hard, rust-resistant edge and the 15N20 creates the bright contrast in the Damascus pattern.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How hard is the blade on this Damascus steel knife for hunting?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"It is hardened to 59 to 61 HRC. That holds a keen edge through a full field dressing while the Damascus construction keeps the blade tough enough for real hunting work.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is the handle on this hunting knife made of?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The handle is made from real pine cones synthesized and stabilized into a solid black and amber handle, then shaped by hand and fitted with a maple leaf pin. No two handles come out the same.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How big is this fixed blade hunting knife?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The blade is 5.5 inches and the handle is 4.5 inches, for an overall length of about 10 inches. The blade is 5 to 6 mm thick at the spine for strength.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does this Damascus hunting knife make a good gift?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"It does. With its stainless Damascus blade, one of a kind black pine cone handle, maple leaf pin, and tooled leather sheath, it is a standout gift for hunters and collectors, and it arrives with a branded care card.\"\n      }\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46940116582588,"sku":"SK-026","price":230.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/damascus-hunting-knife-maple-leaf-handmade-canada..jpg?v=1781331545"},{"product_id":"san-mai-damascus-tanto-knife-edc","title":"Ronin Tanto Knife – Handmade San Mai Damascus EDC with Pine Cone Handle \u0026 Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":297}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":145,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":297}'\u003eThe Ronin Tanto Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":45,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":333}'\u003eThe tanto point is the strongest tip you can put on a knife, and that's the whole reason this knife exists. The Ronin is a full-tang \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":232,\"y\":64,\"w\":149,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":648,\"abs_y\":352}'\u003efixed blade tanto knife\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 5.5-inch San Mai Damascus blade, a stabilized pine cone handle, and a skull-engraved Italian leather sheath. It runs 10.25 inches overall — sized to be the knife you actually carry. An \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":461,\"y\":104,\"w\":65,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":877,\"abs_y\":392}'\u003eEDC tanto\u003c\/strong\u003e that takes the rough jobs around camp, the shop, and the bush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":159,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":447}'\u003eThis is the first \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":104,\"y\":159,\"w\":142,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":520,\"abs_y\":447}'\u003eDamascus tanto knife\u003c\/strong\u003e in our lineup, and I built it the same way I build our hunters: forged by hand, one at a time, with a handle no two of which ever come out the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":234,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":522}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":234,\"w\":185,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":522}'\u003eWhat a tanto point gets you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":269,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":557}'\u003eThe tanto comes from Japan. The original tantō was the samurai's short blade, made to punch through armor, and the modern shape keeps that job description. Instead of a curved belly, a \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":104,\"y\":308,\"w\":112,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":520,\"abs_y\":596}'\u003etanto knife blade\u003c\/strong\u003e runs a straight cutting edge into a second angled edge at the tip. That geometry stacks steel directly behind the point, so the tip is far stronger than a drop point or clip point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":383,\"w\":560,\"h\":156,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":671}'\u003eIn plain terms, this is the knife for piercing, prying tip-work, scraping, and hard cutting — the jobs that snap the tip off a normal blade. The straight edge also works like a chisel for carving and feather-sticking, which is why a tanto earns its keep as a camp and bushcraft blade. I'll be straight about the trade-off: a tanto has no belly, so it's not a skinning knife. If you hunt, this rides next to your skinner and takes the abuse, so your skinner stays sharp for the animal. If you're new to the shape, read our guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-a-tanto-knife\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"What is Tanto Knife?\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":387,\"y\":481,\"w\":134,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":803,\"abs_y\":769}'\u003ewhat a tanto knife is\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and the deeper one on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-a-tanto-knife-used-for\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"what a tanto knife is used for\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":130,\"y\":501,\"w\":192,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":546,\"abs_y\":789}'\u003ewhat a tanto knife is used for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — they cover exactly where this point earns its keep and where it doesn't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":556,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":844}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":556,\"w\":205,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":844}'\u003eSan Mai Damascus — the blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":592,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":880}'\u003eThe blade is San Mai, the three-layer Japanese construction. A hard VG10 cutting core runs down the middle, clad on both sides in pattern-welded 15N20. The core takes the edge and holds it at 59 to 61 HRC. The cladding wraps that core in tougher steel, so the blade absorbs shock instead of chipping. On a knife built for tip abuse, that lamination matters more than on any other blade shape — a strong point only helps if the steel behind it is tough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":725,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1013}'\u003eThe VG10 core is stainless, so this \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":221,\"y\":725,\"w\":142,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":1013}'\u003etanto Damascus knife\u003c\/strong\u003e handles moisture far better than the carbon 1095 Damascus tantos all over the market at 55 to 58 HRC. You get the pattern and the hardness without babysitting the blade against rust. The wave running down the blade is the real San Mai laminate line. It's in the steel, not printed on it. If you want the full story on the steel, Naqash breaks it down in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-a-damascus-knife\" rel=\"noopener\" bis_size='{\"x\":286,\"y\":804,\"w\":204,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":702,\"abs_y\":1092}' target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":286,\"y\":804,\"w\":204,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":702,\"abs_y\":1092}'\u003ewhat a Damascus knife really is\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":839,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1127}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":839,\"w\":91,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1127}'\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":875,\"w\":560,\"h\":235,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1163}'\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":875,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1163}'\u003eKnife Name: Ronin Tanto Knife (full tang)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":894,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1182}'\u003eBlade Steel: San Mai Damascus — VG10 core \/ 15N20 cladding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":914,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1202}'\u003eBlade Hardness: 59–61 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":934,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1222}'\u003eBlade Style: Tanto point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":953,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1241}'\u003eBlade Length: 5.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":973,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1261}'\u003eBlade Width: 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":992,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1280}'\u003eBlade Thickness: 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1012,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1300}'\u003eHandle: Stabilized exotic multi-color pine cone, 4.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1032,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1320}'\u003eHandle Pin: Copper Masonic skull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1051,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1339}'\u003eOverall Length: 10.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1071,\"w\":520,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":468,\"abs_y\":1359}'\u003eSheath: Premium Italian leather, skull-engraved, removable belt loop, horizontal and vertical carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1124,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1412}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1124,\"w\":140,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1412}'\u003eThe pine cone handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1160,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1448}'\u003eThe handle is made from real pine cones, stabilized in resin and ground by hand. The cone scales sit locked in the resin with amber, blue, and deep red running through them, and the copper Masonic skull pin matches the skull on the sheath. The resin won't crack or swell in wet weather, it fills the hand properly, and since the cone decides the pattern, yours is one of one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1274,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1562}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1274,\"w\":71,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1562}'\u003eThe sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1309,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1597}'\u003eThe Ronin ships in a hand-stitched premium Italian leather \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":375,\"y\":1309,\"w\":119,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":791,\"abs_y\":1597}'\u003etanto knife sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e with a skull tooled into the shield and basket-weave worked across the body. The belt loop is removable, and the sheath is set up for both horizontal and vertical carry, so you can run it on your hip or flat across the back of your belt. Most fixed blades don't give you that choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1423,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1711}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1423,\"w\":115,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1711}'\u003eKeeping the edge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1459,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1747}'\u003eA tanto has two edges that meet at a corner, and that corner is the working point of the knife, so it sharpens a little differently than a normal blade. It's not hard, you just treat the long edge and the tip edge separately and keep the corner crisp. We wrote a full walkthrough on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-sharpen-a-tanto-knife\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"how to sharpen a tanto knife\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":113,\"y\":1518,\"w\":189,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":529,\"abs_y\":1806}'\u003ehow to sharpen a tanto knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e so you get it right the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1553,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1841}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1553,\"w\":162,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1841}'\u003eMade by hand in Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1589,\"w\":560,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1877}'\u003eWe've been forging at Stag Steel Knives since 2001. Every blade is forged, ground, heat treated, and finished by hand in our Canadian shop. That's the difference between this and the factory tantos or the soft carbon \"Damascus\" sold online. If you've been looking for a \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1648,\"w\":198,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1936}'\u003ehandmade tanto knife for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e that's genuinely rust-resistant and genuinely one of a kind, this is it — San Mai steel, done by hand, arguably the \u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":376,\"y\":1667,\"w\":104,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":792,\"abs_y\":1955}'\u003ebest tanto knife\u003c\/strong\u003e construction there is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1722,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2010}'\u003eIt belongs to our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\" title=\"handmade hunting knives Collection\" rel=\"noopener\" bis_size='{\"x\":119,\"y\":1722,\"w\":170,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":535,\"abs_y\":2010}' target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":119,\"y\":1722,\"w\":170,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":535,\"abs_y\":2010}'\u003ehandmade hunting knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e range and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\" title=\"Damascus hunting knives Collection\" rel=\"noopener\" bis_size='{\"x\":383,\"y\":1722,\"w\":166,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":799,\"abs_y\":2010}' target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":383,\"y\":1722,\"w\":166,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":799,\"abs_y\":2010}'\u003eDamascus hunting knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection, and it's equally at home among our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bushcraft-knives\" title=\"bushcraft knives Collection\" rel=\"noopener\" bis_size='{\"x\":301,\"y\":1742,\"w\":107,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":717,\"abs_y\":2030}' target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":301,\"y\":1742,\"w\":107,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":717,\"abs_y\":2030}'\u003ebushcraft knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1778,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2066}'\u003eI make these one at a time, so when this one sells, the next won't match it. If it's the one you want, don't sit on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1833,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2121}'\u003eFree shipping across Canada, with affordable shipping rates to the USA and worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1868,\"w\":560,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":2156}'\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46945406124220,"sku":"SK-029","price":300.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/damascus-tanto-knife-leather-sheath-belt-loop..jpg?v=1781331545"},{"product_id":"expendables-2-toothpick-bowie-knife","title":"Expendables II Toothpick - Handmade D2 Bowie Knife with Camel Bone Scrimshaw, Brass Spine \u0026 Black G10 Handle","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Expendables II Toothpick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome knives get famous on a hip. Others get famous on a movie screen. The Expendables II Toothpick is our handmade take on the legendary long toothpick carried by Barney Ross in Expendables 2, built as a semi-tang \u003cstrong\u003eArkansas toothpick bowie knife\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 12-inch D2 tool steel blade, a polished brass spine strip, a D2 guard and pommel, and a black G10 handle set with genuine camel bone, hand-engraved with the Expendables skull and crow emblem. At 18 inches overall, it is every bit the screen blade, done in real working steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom the frontier to the big screen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Arkansas toothpick goes back to the 1830s American frontier, a long, needle-pointed dueling blade so feared that several states wrote laws against it by name. Blacksmith James Black, the same maker credited with refining Jim Bowie's knife, is credited with the first toothpicks, and the profile has lived alongside the bowie ever since. Our guide on \u003ca title=\"What Is a Bowie Knife? History, Design and Uses\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-a-bowie-knife-history-design-uses\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewhat a bowie knife is\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e digs into that shared frontier history. Nearly two centuries later, Sylvester Stallone commissioned knife designer Gil Hibben to bring the old toothpick back for The Expendables films, and that screen revival is what inspired this build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy ours beats the replica\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the honest difference. The mass-produced Expendables toothpicks are made from soft 3Cr13 or AUS-6 stainless, mirror-polished, with a printed synthetic ivory panel glued into a factory handle. Ours is ground from \u003cstrong\u003eD2 tool steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand heat-treated to 59 to 61 HRC, with an emblem engraved by hand into genuine camel bone. One is a display prop. Ours is a real knife that happens to look the part. For the full steel comparison, our maker breaks down \u003ca title=\"Damascus vs D2 Steel: Which Knife Steel Is Right for You?\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/damascus-vs-d2-steel\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus versus D2 steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e so you can see exactly what D2 gives you in hardness, edge retention, and upkeep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe blade, the heat treat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel, often called semi-stainless because it resists light surface rust without needing the constant babying of carbon steel. What it does better than almost any stainless is hold an edge. The 12-inch blade is hardened and tempered by hand to \u003cstrong\u003e59 to 61 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, hard enough for a lasting edge, tempered enough that a blade this long stays tough instead of brittle. A polished brass strip runs the length of the spine, the way the old frontier toothpicks carried a brass back, matched by a D2 guard and pommel cut from the same steel family as the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe handle, black G10 and the emblem in bone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is 6 inches of black G10, about the toughest handle material made. It will not crack, swell, or shift in heat or wet. Set into it is an inlay of genuine camel bone, hand-engraved in the scrimshaw tradition with the Expendables skull and crow. Real bone, real engraving, no decals. Collectors who like our film-inspired frontier builds will find this one sits naturally in our \u003ca title=\"Bowie Knives Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebowie knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e lineup next to the Rambo and Crocodile Dundee blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrefer the Damascus version?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same long toothpick frame is also available in stainless VG10 Damascus with a forged pattern running blade, guard, and pommel. Our \u003ca title=\"Damascus Arkansas Toothpick Bowie Knife\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\/products\/damascus-arkansas-toothpick-bowie-knife\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus Arkansas toothpick\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is the one to pick if you want the layered steel and the crow-and-skull scrimshaw. The D2 version here trades the pattern for a tougher single tool steel at a friendlier price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Name: Expendables II Toothpick (semi tang)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Steel: D2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Hardness: 59-61 HRC (hand heat-treated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Style: Arkansas toothpick profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine: Polished brass strip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuard \u0026amp; Pommel: D2 steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Black G10 with camel bone scrimshaw inlay, 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheath: Brown premium leather with belt loop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe sheath\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Expendables II Toothpick ships in a hand-stitched brown premium leather sheath with a sturdy belt loop, built heavy to carry an 18-inch knife and handsome enough to display beside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade by hand in Canada\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have forged at Stag Steel Knives since 2001, and every blade is ground, heat-treated, and finished by hand in our Canadian shop, one knife at a time. If you have been hunting for an \u003cstrong\u003eExpendables toothpick knife\u003c\/strong\u003e that outclasses the factory replicas, in real tool steel with real bone, it lives here in our \u003ca title=\"D2 Steel Bowie Knives Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/d2-steel-bowie-knives\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD2 steel bowie knives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection. Each scrimshaw panel is engraved individually, so no two of these are ever quite the same. Free shipping across Canada and the USA, with affordable rates worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47084536955068,"sku":"SK-036","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/expendables-2-toothpick-knife-leather-sheath..jpg?v=1783625135"},{"product_id":"damascus-semi-tang-bowie-knife","title":"San Mai Damascus Semi-Tang Bowie Knife, VG10\/15N20 Steel, Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 760px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #333333; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; text-align: left; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #2C2C2C; border-radius: 6px; padding: 14px 24px; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 32px; width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f5f0eb; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e◆ Hand-Forged Damascus Steel • Each Blade Bears a One-of-a-Kind Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold; color: #1a1a1a; text-align: center; margin: 0 0 12px 0; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eA Bowie That Tells Its Own Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #4a4a4a; text-align: center; max-width: 620px; margin: 0 auto 36px auto; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eMass-produced blades cannot match the presence of a hand-forged Damascus knife. This Semi-Tang\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Bowie Knife \u003c\/a\u003ecombines Japanese VG10 and Swedish 15N20 steels into a blade as individual as a fingerprint, paired with a premium resin handle and a sheath stitched by Italian leather artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 28px; margin-bottom: 28px; padding: 20px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 36px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e⚔\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eVG10\/15N20 Damascus Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a; margin: 0; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eTwo premium steels forge-layered into one blade. VG10 delivers exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance; 15N20 adds nickel-rich brightness, creating the signature flowing pattern. Hardened to 59-61 RC for a lasting, razor-capable edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 28px; margin-bottom: 28px; padding: 20px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eFinger Double Guard \u0026amp; Damascus Appointments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a; margin: 0; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eThe double guard is forged from matching Damascus steel, not a cheaper alloy. Combined with the premium resin handle sculpted for a secure grip, every component reflects the same commitment to craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 36px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e🛠\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #F9F6F2; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 28px; margin: 36px 0; border-top: 3px solid #B8956A;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eThe Art of Damascus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eDamascus steel carries centuries of mystique. The process fuses VG10, a high-performance Japanese stainless steel, with 15N20, a nickel-rich Swedish steel. Layer by layer, they are forge-welded, folded, and shaped into a blade with flowing, organic patterns that can never be duplicated. No two are alike. Yours will be the only one in the world that looks exactly the way it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 36px 0; font-size: 15px; border: 1px solid #E0D8CF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #2C2C2C !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px 16px; text-align: left; color: #f5f0eb !important; font-weight: 600; border: none !important;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px 16px; text-align: left; color: #f5f0eb !important; font-weight: 600; border: none !important;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e15.50\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAFAF7 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eBlade Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e10\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e5.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAFAF7 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eVG10 \/ 15N20 San Mai \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStainless Damascus Steel\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003ePremium Resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAFAF7 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eSemi Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eDamascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAFAF7 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eHandmade Italian Leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eFinger Double Guard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAFAF7 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: none !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: none !important; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e59-61 RC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D8CF; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 28px; margin: 36px 0; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.04);\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e✎ Custom Engraving\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a; margin: 0 0 14px 0; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eAdd a personal touch for a gift, a keepsake, or simply to make it unmistakably yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0; font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b8956a; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Initials or full name\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0; font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b8956a; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e A meaningful date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0; font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b8956a; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e A short personal message or motto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #777; margin: 14px 0 0 0; font-style: italic;\"\u003eSelect engraving at checkout and include your text in the order notes. Engraved knives are made to order, so please allow a little extra crafting time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 36px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #F9F6F2; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b8956a; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Hand wash the blade with mild soap and warm water; dry immediately with a soft cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b8956a; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Never soak the knife or place it in a dishwasher. Moisture damages both the Damascus steel and the resin handle over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b8956a; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Apply a light coat of food-grade mineral oil to the blade periodically to protect against humidity and preserve the pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E2DA;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b8956a; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Store in the leather sheath in a cool, dry place. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or damp environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b8956a; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Sharpen using a whetstone or have it \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eprofessionally sharpened.\u003c\/a\u003e The 59-61 RC hardness holds an edge well but benefits from skilled maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 20px; margin: 36px 0; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 180px; background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D8CF; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #666; margin: 0; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eEvery knife is hand-inspected before it leaves the workshop. We stand behind the materials and craftsmanship of each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 180px; background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D8CF; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e✉\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eSatisfaction Guarantee\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #666; margin: 0; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eIf you are not completely satisfied with your knife, we will work with you to make it right. Your confidence matters to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 180px; background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D8CF; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e📦\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eSecure Delivery\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #666; margin: 0; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eYour knife ships in protective packaging with full tracking. The handmade leather sheath ensures it arrives in pristine condition. USA \u0026amp;Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 36px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 20px 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E8E2DA; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 16px 20px; cursor: pointer; background: #FAFAF7; list-style: none; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background: #2C2C2C; color: #f5f0eb; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 14px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e What makes VG10\/15N20 Damascus different from other Damascus steels? \u003cspan style=\"margin-left: auto; font-size: 20px; color: #b8956a; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 16px 62px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4a4a; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eVG10 is a high-carbon Japanese stainless steel prized for edge retention and corrosion resistance. 15N20 is a nickel-rich Swedish steel that creates the bright, contrasting layers in the Damascus pattern. Together they produce a blade that holds a sharp edge longer than simpler carbon steels while displaying a striking, one-of-a-kind pattern.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E8E2DA; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 16px 20px; cursor: pointer; background: #FAFAF7; list-style: none; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background: #2C2C2C; color: #f5f0eb; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 14px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e Is this knife suitable for regular use or is it purely a collector's piece? \u003cspan style=\"margin-left: auto; font-size: 20px; color: #b8956a; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 16px 62px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4a4a; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eIt is both. The 59-61 RC hardness and VG10 core make it a capable blade for field use, while the Damascus pattern, premium resin handle, and handmade Italian leather sheath give it the presence of a display piece. Many owners enjoy it as a functional collector's item.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E8E2DA; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 16px 20px; cursor: pointer; background: #FAFAF7; list-style: none; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background: #2C2C2C; color: #f5f0eb; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 14px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e How does the custom engraving process work? \u003cspan style=\"margin-left: auto; font-size: 20px; color: #b8956a; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 16px 62px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4a4a; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eSelect the engraving option at checkout and include your desired text in the order notes. You can choose initials, a full name, a meaningful date, or a short personal message. Engraved knives are made to order, so please allow additional crafting time beyond standard delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E8E2DA; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 16px 20px; cursor: pointer; background: #FAFAF7; list-style: none; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background: #2C2C2C; color: #f5f0eb; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 14px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e What does \"semi tang\" mean and how does it affect the knife? \u003cspan style=\"margin-left: auto; font-size: 20px; color: #b8956a; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 16px 62px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4a4a; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eA semi tang means the blade steel extends partially into the handle rather than running the full length. This is a traditional construction method for Bowie-style knives that balances weight and handling. The knife is built for capable use within its design intent, not as a heavy chopping tool.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife with Leather sheath Only","offer_id":47097987039420,"sku":"SK-039","price":470.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Custom Engraving","offer_id":47097987072188,"sku":"SK-039-1","price":490.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/damascus_bowie_2000px_120kb_1e4299de-6ead-4762-a8ad-aac2c8bf891f.webp?v=1784009886"},{"product_id":"handmade-damascus-finger-guard-bowie-knife","title":"Handmade Damascus Finger Guard Bowie Knife | VG10\/15N20 Steel","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e@keyframes marqueeBowie1{from{transform:translateX(0)}to{transform:translateX(-50%)}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 760px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #333333; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; text-align: left; box-sizing: border-box;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":2999,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow: hidden; background: #1a1712; padding: 14px 0; margin: 0 0 32px 0; border-radius: 6px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-flex; white-space: nowrap; animation: marqueeBowie1 28s linear infinite;\" bis_size='{\"x\":-213,\"y\":23,\"w\":2432,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":200,\"abs_y\":283}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #d4a853; margin: 0 70px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":-143,\"y\":23,\"w\":262,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":270,\"abs_y\":283}'\u003e◆ Hand-Forged Damascus Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #d4a853; margin: 0 70px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":259,\"y\":23,\"w\":289,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":672,\"abs_y\":283}'\u003e◆ Handmade Italian Leather Sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #d4a853; margin: 0 70px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":688,\"y\":23,\"w\":244,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":1101,\"abs_y\":283}'\u003e◆ Custom Engraving Available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #d4a853; margin: 0 70px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":1073,\"y\":23,\"w\":262,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":1486,\"abs_y\":283}'\u003e◆ Hand-Forged Damascus Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #d4a853; margin: 0 70px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":1475,\"y\":23,\"w\":289,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":1888,\"abs_y\":283}'\u003e◆ Handmade Italian Leather Sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #d4a853; margin: 0 70px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":1904,\"y\":23,\"w\":244,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":2317,\"abs_y\":283}'\u003e◆ Custom Engraving Available\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 28px; color: #1a1712; margin: 0 0 12px 0; letter-spacing: -0.5px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":100,\"w\":560,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":360}'\u003eA Blade Worth Passing Down\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; max-width: 680px; margin: 0 auto 28px auto; font-size: 16px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.6;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":159,\"w\":560,\"h\":102,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":419}'\u003eThe San Mai Damascus Finger Guard \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\" rel=\"noopener\" bis_size='{\"x\":225,\"y\":163,\"w\":84,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":638,\"abs_y\":423}' target=\"_blank\"\u003eBowie Knife\u003c\/a\u003e brings together centuries-old forging tradition and modern precision. A 10-inch VG10\/15N20 Damascus blade, a sculpted premium resin handle, and a handcrafted Italian leather sheath, every detail speaks of purpose and permanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 0 0 36px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":290,\"w\":560,\"h\":594,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":550}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px; background: #fafaf7; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 20px 20px 20px; border-top: 3px solid #b8942e !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":290,\"w\":560,\"h\":150,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":550}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; color: #1a1712; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":316,\"w\":520,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":576}'\u003e⚔ San Mai Damascus Steel Core\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":353,\"w\":520,\"h\":67,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":613}'\u003eForged from layered VG10 and 15N20 steel, the blade achieves 59-61 RC hardness. Each fold creates the signature flowing pattern, no two blades are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px; background: #fafaf7; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 20px 20px 20px; border-top: 3px solid #b8942e !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":460,\"w\":560,\"h\":128,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":720}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; color: #1a1712; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":487,\"w\":520,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":747}'\u003e🛡 Finger Double Guard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":524,\"w\":520,\"h\":44,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":784}'\u003eThe double guard, also forged from Damascus steel, locks your grip in place and protects your hand, a hallmark of authentic Bowie knife design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px; background: #fafaf7; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 20px 20px 20px; border-top: 3px solid #b8942e !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":608,\"w\":560,\"h\":128,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":868}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; color: #1a1712; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":635,\"w\":520,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":895}'\u003e● Premium Resin Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":672,\"w\":520,\"h\":44,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":932}'\u003eSculpted for comfort and control, the 5.5-inch handle offers a secure grip with a deep, lustrous finish that resists moisture and wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px; background: #fafaf7; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 20px 20px 20px; border-top: 3px solid #b8942e !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":756,\"w\":560,\"h\":128,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1016}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; color: #1a1712; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":783,\"w\":520,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":1043}'\u003e✂ Italian Leather Sheath\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":820,\"w\":520,\"h\":44,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":1080}'\u003eHandmade from genuine Italian leather, the sheath protects the blade and carries with quiet elegance, worthy of the knife it holds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 0 0 36px 0; font-size: 14px; border: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":921,\"w\":560,\"h\":491,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1181}'\u003e\n\u003cthead bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":921,\"w\":560,\"h\":53,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1181}'\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #1a1712 !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":921,\"w\":560,\"h\":53,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1181}'\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 14px 18px; text-align: left; color: #d4a853 !important; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 2px solid #b8942e !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":921,\"w\":184,\"h\":53,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1181}'\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 14px 18px; text-align: left; color: #d4a853 !important; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 2px solid #b8942e !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":921,\"w\":375,\"h\":53,\"abs_x\":610,\"abs_y\":1181}'\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":974,\"w\":560,\"h\":437,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1234}'\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #fafaf7 !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":974,\"w\":560,\"h\":49,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1234}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":974,\"w\":184,\"h\":49,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1234}'\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":974,\"w\":375,\"h\":49,\"abs_x\":610,\"abs_y\":1234}'\u003e15.50\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #ffffff !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1023,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1283}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1023,\"w\":184,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1283}'\u003eBlade Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":1023,\"w\":375,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":610,\"abs_y\":1283}'\u003e10\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #fafaf7 !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1072,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1332}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1072,\"w\":184,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1332}'\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":1072,\"w\":375,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":610,\"abs_y\":1332}'\u003e5.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #ffffff !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1120,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1380}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1120,\"w\":184,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1380}'\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":1120,\"w\":375,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":610,\"abs_y\":1380}'\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/copper-damascus-chef-knives\/Copper-Damascus-Chef-Knives+Cu-Mai-Chef-Knives+San-Mai-Chef-Knives+Copper-Core-Chef-Knives\" rel=\"noopener\" bis_size='{\"x\":215,\"y\":1136,\"w\":105,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":628,\"abs_y\":1396}' target=\"_blank\"\u003eSan Mai Damascus Steel \u003c\/a\u003e(VG10 \/ 15N20)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #fafaf7 !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1169,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1429}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1169,\"w\":184,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1429}'\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":1169,\"w\":375,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":610,\"abs_y\":1429}'\u003e59-61 RC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #ffffff !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1217,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1477}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1217,\"w\":184,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1477}'\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":1217,\"w\":375,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":610,\"abs_y\":1477}'\u003ePremium Resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #fafaf7 !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1266,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1526}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1266,\"w\":184,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1526}'\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":1266,\"w\":375,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":610,\"abs_y\":1526}'\u003eSemi Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #ffffff !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1315,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1575}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1315,\"w\":184,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1575}'\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":1315,\"w\":375,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":610,\"abs_y\":1575}'\u003eDamascus Steel, Finger Double Guard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #fafaf7 !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1363,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1623}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1363,\"w\":184,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1623}'\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; color: #1a1712;\" bis_size='{\"x\":197,\"y\":1363,\"w\":375,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":610,\"abs_y\":1623}'\u003eHandmade Italian Leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1a1712 0%, #2c2416 100%); border-radius: 10px; padding: 32px 28px; margin: 0 0 36px 0; text-align: center;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1448,\"w\":560,\"h\":272,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1708}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #d4a853; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1480,\"w\":504,\"h\":34,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":1740}'\u003e✎ Make It Unmistakably Yours\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #e0dcd5; max-width: 600px; margin: 0 auto 18px auto; line-height: 1.6;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1524,\"w\":504,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":1784}'\u003eAdd custom engraving for just $20 CAD. Whether it is a name, a date, or a short message, your blade becomes a one-of-a-kind keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 16px; justify-content: center;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1590,\"w\":504,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":1850}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"background: rgba(212,168,83,0.15); color: #d4a853; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":1590,\"w\":146,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":455,\"abs_y\":1850}'\u003eInitials or Full Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: rgba(212,168,83,0.15); color: #d4a853; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":205,\"y\":1590,\"w\":138,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":1850}'\u003eA Meaningful Date\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: rgba(212,168,83,0.15); color: #d4a853; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":359,\"y\":1590,\"w\":182,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":772,\"abs_y\":1850}'\u003eA Short Message or Motto\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #a09888; margin: 16px 0 0 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1644,\"w\":504,\"h\":44,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":1904}'\u003eSelect engraving at checkout and include your text in the order notes. Engraved knives are made to order, please allow a little extra crafting time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 0 0 36px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1756,\"w\":560,\"h\":445,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2016}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px; background: #f4f2ec; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 20px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1756,\"w\":560,\"h\":230,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2016}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #2d5a27; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":1780,\"w\":520,\"h\":27,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2040}'\u003e✓ Perfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":1818,\"w\":520,\"h\":145,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2078}'\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; padding: 6px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":1818,\"w\":520,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2078}'\u003eCollectors seeking a standout Damascus piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; padding: 6px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":1854,\"w\":520,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2114}'\u003eGift-givers who want a personalized, heirloom-quality blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; padding: 6px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":1891,\"w\":520,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2151}'\u003eOutdoorsmen who appreciate a reliable, sharp camp knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; padding: 6px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":1927,\"w\":520,\"h\":35,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2187}'\u003eDisplay and conversation-piece enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px; background: #faf7f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 20px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2007,\"w\":560,\"h\":194,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2267}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #8b3a3a; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2031,\"w\":520,\"h\":27,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2291}'\u003e✗ Not Ideal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2068,\"w\":520,\"h\":109,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2328}'\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; padding: 6px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2068,\"w\":520,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2328}'\u003eHeavy batoning or prying (semi tang construction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; padding: 6px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0dcd5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2105,\"w\":520,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2365}'\u003eBuyers seeking a full-tang survival knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; padding: 6px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2142,\"w\":520,\"h\":35,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2402}'\u003eThose who prefer a lightweight, compact EDC blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0 0 36px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2237,\"w\":560,\"h\":339,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2497}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #1a1712; text-align: center; margin: 0 0 20px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2237,\"w\":560,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2497}'\u003eQuestions You Might Have\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; border: 1px solid #e0dcd5; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2295,\"w\":560,\"h\":61,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2555}' open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block; list-style: none; padding: 16px 20px; background: #fafaf7; cursor: pointer; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1712; font-weight: 600; position: relative;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2296,\"w\":559,\"h\":60,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2556}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 28px; height: 28px; background: #1a1712; color: #d4a853; border-radius: 50%; text-align: center; line-height: 28px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2312,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2572}'\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e What makes VG10\/15N20 San Mai Damascus steel special? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 20px; top: 16px; font-size: 18px; color: #b8942e;\" bis_size='{\"x\":541,\"y\":2312,\"w\":10,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":954,\"abs_y\":2572}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.6; background: #ffffff;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2356,\"w\":559,\"h\":144,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2616}'\u003eVG10 is a high-carbon stainless steel prized for edge retention and corrosion resistance. 15N20 is a nickel-rich steel that adds toughness and creates the bright contrasting layers in the Damascus pattern. Forged together, they produce a blade that holds a razor edge at 59-61 RC while displaying the flowing, one-of-a-kind pattern Damascus is famous for.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; border: 1px solid #e0dcd5; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2368,\"w\":560,\"h\":61,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2628}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block; list-style: none; padding: 16px 20px; background: #fafaf7; cursor: pointer; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1712; font-weight: 600; position: relative;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2369,\"w\":559,\"h\":60,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2629}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 28px; height: 28px; background: #1a1712; color: #d4a853; border-radius: 50%; text-align: center; line-height: 28px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2385,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2645}'\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e Is a semi tang strong enough for real use? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 20px; top: 16px; font-size: 18px; color: #b8942e;\" bis_size='{\"x\":541,\"y\":2385,\"w\":10,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":954,\"abs_y\":2645}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.6; background: #ffffff;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2429,\"w\":559,\"h\":166,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2689}'\u003eYes, for the tasks this knife is designed for. A semi tang extends partway into the handle, providing solid structural integrity for cutting, slicing, and general camp or field use. It is not built for extreme batoning or prying. If you need a dedicated survival knife for heavy abuse, a full-tang model would be the better choice. For collectors, display, and practical cutting tasks, the semi tang performs admirably while keeping the knife balanced and refined.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; border: 1px solid #e0dcd5; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2442,\"w\":560,\"h\":61,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2702}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block; list-style: none; padding: 16px 20px; background: #fafaf7; cursor: pointer; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1712; font-weight: 600; position: relative;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2443,\"w\":559,\"h\":60,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2703}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 28px; height: 28px; background: #1a1712; color: #d4a853; border-radius: 50%; text-align: center; line-height: 28px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2459,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2719}'\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e How does the custom engraving process work? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 20px; top: 16px; font-size: 18px; color: #b8942e;\" bis_size='{\"x\":541,\"y\":2459,\"w\":10,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":954,\"abs_y\":2719}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.6; background: #ffffff;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2503,\"w\":559,\"h\":121,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2763}'\u003eSelect the engraving option at checkout and include your text in the order notes. You can choose initials, a full name, a meaningful date, or a short personal message. Engraved knives are made to order, so please allow a little extra time for your blade to be crafted and personalized before it ships.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; border: 1px solid #e0dcd5; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2516,\"w\":560,\"h\":61,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2776}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block; list-style: none; padding: 16px 20px; background: #fafaf7; cursor: pointer; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1712; font-weight: 600; position: relative;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2516,\"w\":559,\"h\":60,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2776}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 28px; height: 28px; background: #1a1712; color: #d4a853; border-radius: 50%; text-align: center; line-height: 28px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2532,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2792}'\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e How should I care for the Damascus blade and leather sheath? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 20px; top: 16px; font-size: 18px; color: #b8942e;\" bis_size='{\"x\":541,\"y\":2532,\"w\":10,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":954,\"abs_y\":2792}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.6; background: #ffffff;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2576,\"w\":559,\"h\":144,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2836}'\u003eKeep the blade clean and dry after use, a light coat of mineral oil will protect the Damascus steel from moisture and preserve the pattern. The Italian leather sheath should be kept dry and occasionally conditioned with a quality leather balm. Store the knife outside the sheath for long-term storage to prevent moisture trapping.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 0 0 20px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2613,\"w\":560,\"h\":394,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2873}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(33.33% - 14px); min-width: 200px; background: #fafaf7; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 18px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2613,\"w\":270,\"h\":197,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2873}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":2638,\"w\":232,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":443,\"abs_y\":2898}'\u003e🎯\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #1a1712; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":2696,\"w\":232,\"h\":25,\"abs_x\":443,\"abs_y\":2956}'\u003eQuality Guarantee\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":2727,\"w\":232,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":443,\"abs_y\":2987}'\u003eEvery knife is hand-inspected before it leaves the workshop. We stand behind the craftsmanship of each blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(33.33% - 14px); min-width: 200px; background: #fafaf7; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 18px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":302,\"y\":2613,\"w\":270,\"h\":197,\"abs_x\":715,\"abs_y\":2873}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":321,\"y\":2638,\"w\":232,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":734,\"abs_y\":2898}'\u003e📦\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #1a1712; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":321,\"y\":2696,\"w\":232,\"h\":25,\"abs_x\":734,\"abs_y\":2956}'\u003eSecure Shipping\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":321,\"y\":2727,\"w\":232,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":734,\"abs_y\":2987}'\u003eYour knife ships carefully packaged with full tracking. The Italian leather sheath keeps the blade protected in transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(33.33% - 14px); min-width: 200px; background: #fafaf7; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px 18px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #e0dcd5 !important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2830,\"w\":560,\"h\":177,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3090}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":2855,\"w\":523,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":443,\"abs_y\":3115}'\u003e💬\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #1a1712; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":2913,\"w\":523,\"h\":25,\"abs_x\":443,\"abs_y\":3173}'\u003eDedicated Support\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":2944,\"w\":523,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":443,\"abs_y\":3204}'\u003eQuestions about your knife, engraving, or order? Reach out and you will hear back from a real person who knows these blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife with sheath Only","offer_id":47098052673724,"sku":"SK-037","price":470.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Custom Engraving","offer_id":47098052706492,"sku":"SK-037-1","price":490.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/damascus-bowie-knife-italian-leather-sheath..webp?v=1784092806"},{"product_id":"rambo-heartstopper-damascus-bowie-knife","title":"Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper Damascus Bowie Knife, G10 Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e★ Hand-Forged Damascus   ★ Full Tang Construction   ★ Fitted Leather Sheath\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRambo Last Blood Heartstopper Damascus Bowie Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a 9.25-inch clip-point blade pattern-welded from VG10 and 15N20, the Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper bowie takes the classic large-bowie profile and adds a second guard behind the first. Your index finger drops into that slot and stays there, so the hand cannot creep forward when you are leaning into a cut. At 14.75 inches overall it sits at the working end of the bowie range rather than the display end, and the fitted leather sheath is shaped to this knife rather than pulled off a shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer tool steel over pattern-welded for the same profile? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/large-sub-hilt-bowie-knife-d2-steel-g10-handle\"\u003eD2 sub-hilt bowie\u003c\/a\u003e runs the same 9.25-inch blade in a single homogeneous steel. The full range sits in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/damascus-bowie-knives\"\u003eDamascus bowie knife collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVG10 and 15N20 Damascus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo steels forge-welded in alternating layers and drawn out by hand. VG10 carries roughly 1% carbon and 15% chromium, which brings hard carbides and edge retention. The 15N20 layers carry about 2% nickel, and that nickel is what resists the acid etch differently and produces the bright contrast lines running through the pattern. Because the 15N20 layers are a carbon steel rather than a stainless one, the finished blade needs the same care as any hand-forged Damascus: wipe it dry, keep a light film of oil on it, and do not store it wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eG10 Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eG10 is a glass-fibre laminate pressed under heat, and it does not care about moisture, temperature swings or blood. Natural handle material swells, shrinks and eventually loosens around the pins after a few wet seasons. G10 does none of that. The textured finish holds grip through gloves and through wet hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDamascus Guard and Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth guards are cut from the same billet as the blade rather than bolted on as plain stock, so the pattern runs unbroken from ricasso through the fittings. The forward guard stops the hand at the edge. The Rambo Last Blood Hearts topper behind it captures the index finger and gives you a positive lock on the handle during heavy work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitted Leather Sheath\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull-grain leather, stitched and wet-formed to this specific blade so the knife seats with a positive click rather than rattling. Belt loop is sized for a standard field belt. Store the knife in the sheath only once the blade is fully dry, since leather holds moisture against steel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus, VG10 and 15N20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClip point, single edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eG10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus steel, main guard \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFitted full-grain leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-61 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHeavy-Duty Camp Work\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull tang through the length of the handle means the knife takes batoning, brush clearing and kindling work without a joint to fail. The G10 scales absorb shock rather than transmitting every strike into your palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eField Dressing and Game Processing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clip point gives you a fine tip for detail work around the hide and joints, while the belly carries the load through skinning and long slicing cuts. At 59-61 HRC the edge stays working through a full day rather than needing a mid-hunt touch-up. Hunters who want a smaller companion blade for the close work usually pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/skinning-knives\"\u003ededicated skinner\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCollector's Piece\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern is structural, not surface-applied. Forge-welded layers of VG10 and 15N20 run through the full thickness of the billet, so the grain shows on the spine and the ricasso as well as the flats. Every billet draws out differently, which is why no two blades in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003ebowie knife range\u003c\/a\u003e carry the same pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Gift That Means Something\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom engraving turns the knife into a marker for something: a retirement, a first season, a handoff from one generation to the next. Initials, a date, or a short line. Add the text at checkout and it arrives ready to carry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eQuestions Buyers Ask\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1. Is the Rambo Last Blood Heart stopper bowie suitable for actual outdoor use, or is it mainly a display piece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt for both. The blade is hardened to 59-61 HRC, which holds an edge through heavy use without going brittle. The tang runs the full length of the handle as one continuous piece, so batoning and prying will not separate the blade from the grip the way a partial tang can. G10 handles wet weather without swelling. That said, the Damascus pattern and the fitted leather sheath make it a striking piece on a wall when it is not on a belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2. How do I maintain a Damascus blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe the blade dry after every use, especially after contact with blood, sap or salt water. Apply a light coat of mineral oil or a food-safe blade oil every few months, or more often in humid storage. Even though the VG10 layers carry high chromium, the 15N20 layers are a carbon steel, so the finished blade is not stainless and will spot if left wet. Store it in the sheath only once the blade is fully dry, since leather traps moisture against steel. For sharpening, a whetstone or ceramic rod handles it without needing diamond abrasives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3. What does \"full tang\" mean, and why does it matter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull tang means the blade steel continues through the entire handle as one unbroken piece rather than a blade welded or pinned to a separate rod. The result is better strength, better balance and better shock transfer. You can strike the pommel, baton through wood or apply lateral force without the handle working loose. At this blade length, full tang is not optional for serious use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4. Is the Damascus pattern real or etched?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReal. The pattern comes from forge-welding alternating layers of VG10 and 15N20, then folding and drawing the billet out. The nickel in the 15N20 layers reacts to the acid etch differently than the VG10 layers, and that difference is what makes the contrast visible. Nothing is laser-etched onto the surface. 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border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 500;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1093,\"w\":234,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1353}'\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #555555;\" bis_size='{\"x\":246,\"y\":1093,\"w\":325,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":659,\"abs_y\":1353}'\u003e5.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1142,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1402}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 500;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1142,\"w\":234,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1402}'\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #555555;\" bis_size='{\"x\":246,\"y\":1142,\"w\":325,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":659,\"abs_y\":1402}'\u003e4.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAFAFA;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1190,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1450}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 500;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1190,\"w\":234,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1450}'\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #555555;\" bis_size='{\"x\":246,\"y\":1190,\"w\":325,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":659,\"abs_y\":1450}'\u003eD2 Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1239,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1499}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 500;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1239,\"w\":234,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1499}'\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #555555;\" bis_size='{\"x\":246,\"y\":1239,\"w\":325,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":659,\"abs_y\":1499}'\u003e59-61 RC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAFAFA;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1288,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1548}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 500;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1288,\"w\":234,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1548}'\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #555555;\" bis_size='{\"x\":246,\"y\":1288,\"w\":325,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":659,\"abs_y\":1548}'\u003eLace wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1336,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1596}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 500;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1336,\"w\":234,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1596}'\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #555555;\" bis_size='{\"x\":246,\"y\":1336,\"w\":325,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":659,\"abs_y\":1596}'\u003eSemi Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAFAFA;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1385,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1645}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 500;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1385,\"w\":234,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1645}'\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #555555;\" bis_size='{\"x\":246,\"y\":1385,\"w\":325,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":659,\"abs_y\":1645}'\u003eDamascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1433,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1693}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 500;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1433,\"w\":234,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1693}'\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E8E8 !important; color: #555555;\" bis_size='{\"x\":246,\"y\":1433,\"w\":325,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":659,\"abs_y\":1693}'\u003eHandmade Italian Leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 40px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1522,\"w\":560,\"h\":436,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1782}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 calc(50% - 10px); background: #EDF4EF; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px; box-sizing: border-box;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1522,\"w\":270,\"h\":436,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1782}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; font-size: 17px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 600;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1550,\"w\":214,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":1810}'\u003eIn the Field: Dressing Game\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px; font-size: 14px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.6;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1618,\"w\":214,\"h\":156,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":1878}'\u003eThe 5.75\" D2 blade is sized for controlled, precise cuts. From the initial incision to fine detail work around joints, the edge geometry and hardness keep the blade sharp through an entire dressing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0; list-style: none;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1789,\"w\":214,\"h\":142,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":2049}'\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1789,\"w\":214,\"h\":50,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":2049}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #3a5c40; font-weight: 600; margin-right: 6px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1791,\"w\":12,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":2051}'\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Clean, controlled cuts through hide and tissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1839,\"w\":214,\"h\":50,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":2099}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #3a5c40; font-weight: 600; margin-right: 6px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1841,\"w\":12,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":2101}'\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Holds an edge across multiple animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 0; font-size: 14px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1889,\"w\":214,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":2149}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #3a5c40; font-weight: 600; margin-right: 6px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":40,\"y\":1891,\"w\":12,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":453,\"abs_y\":2151}'\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Lacewood grip stays secure when wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 calc(50% - 10px); background: #F7F5F2; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px; box-sizing: border-box;\" bis_size='{\"x\":302,\"y\":1522,\"w\":270,\"h\":436,\"abs_x\":715,\"abs_y\":1782}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; font-size: 17px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 600;\" bis_size='{\"x\":330,\"y\":1550,\"w\":214,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":743,\"abs_y\":1810}'\u003eAround Camp: Utility Tasks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px; font-size: 14px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.6;\" bis_size='{\"x\":330,\"y\":1618,\"w\":214,\"h\":156,\"abs_x\":743,\"abs_y\":1878}'\u003eBeyond hunting, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\" rel=\"noopener\" bis_size='{\"x\":458,\"y\":1621,\"w\":81,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":871,\"abs_y\":1881}' target=\"_blank\"\u003eHunting knife\u003c\/a\u003e pulls its weight around camp. Rope, cordage, food prep, feathering kindling. The semi-tang construction keeps the knife light enough for extended carry without sacrificing capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0; list-style: none;\" bis_size='{\"x\":330,\"y\":1789,\"w\":214,\"h\":121,\"abs_x\":743,\"abs_y\":2049}'\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":330,\"y\":1789,\"w\":214,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":743,\"abs_y\":2049}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #3a5c40; font-weight: 600; margin-right: 6px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":330,\"y\":1791,\"w\":12,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":743,\"abs_y\":2051}'\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Cuts rope and cordage cleanly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":330,\"y\":1818,\"w\":214,\"h\":50,\"abs_x\":743,\"abs_y\":2078}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #3a5c40; font-weight: 600; margin-right: 6px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":330,\"y\":1820,\"w\":12,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":743,\"abs_y\":2080}'\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Light enough for all-day belt carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 0; font-size: 14px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":330,\"y\":1868,\"w\":214,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":743,\"abs_y\":2128}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #3a5c40; font-weight: 600; margin-right: 6px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":330,\"y\":1870,\"w\":12,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":743,\"abs_y\":2130}'\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e Italian leather sheath protects the blade between tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #F7F5F2; border: 1px solid #3A5C40 !important; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 32px; text-align: center; margin: 40px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1999,\"w\":560,\"h\":251,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2259}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: block; font-size: 28px; color: #3a5c40; margin-bottom: 10px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":44,\"y\":2028,\"w\":495,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":457,\"abs_y\":2288}'\u003e✎\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; font-size: 18px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 600;\" bis_size='{\"x\":44,\"y\":2085,\"w\":495,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":457,\"abs_y\":2345}'\u003eMake It Yours with Custom Engraving\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.7; max-width: 520px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" bis_size='{\"x\":44,\"y\":2126,\"w\":495,\"h\":95,\"abs_x\":457,\"abs_y\":2386}'\u003eAdd initials, a significant date, or a short personal message. Whether you are marking a milestone hunt or giving a gift that will be remembered, custom engraving turns the Hunting knife into something truly personal. Select the engraving option when you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E0E0E0 !important; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\" open=\"\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2290,\"w\":560,\"h\":208,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2550}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; background: #FAFAFA;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2291,\"w\":559,\"h\":70,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2551}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background: #3A5C40; color: #ffffff; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 14px; flex-shrink: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2315,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2575}'\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 600;\" bis_size='{\"x\":74,\"y\":2319,\"w\":301,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":487,\"abs_y\":2579}'\u003eIs a semi-tang strong enough for hunting?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-left: auto; font-size: 20px; color: #3a5c40; font-weight: 300;\" bis_size='{\"x\":376,\"y\":2314,\"w\":11,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":789,\"abs_y\":2574}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 62px; color: #555555; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2361,\"w\":559,\"h\":137,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2621}'\u003eFor field dressing, skinning, and general hunting tasks, a semi-tang provides ample strength while keeping the knife lighter and better balanced in hand. Full tang construction is only necessary for heavy chopping or batoning, which fall outside the intended use of a hunting knife. The SK-040 is built for precision cutting, not prying or splitting logs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E0E0E0 !important; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\" open=\"\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2511,\"w\":560,\"h\":232,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2771}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; background: #FAFAFA;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2511,\"w\":559,\"h\":70,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2771}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background: #3A5C40; color: #ffffff; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 14px; flex-shrink: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2535,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":2795}'\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 600;\" bis_size='{\"x\":74,\"y\":2540,\"w\":262,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":487,\"abs_y\":2800}'\u003eHow do I care for the D2 steel blade?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-left: auto; font-size: 20px; color: #3a5c40; font-weight: 300;\" bis_size='{\"x\":337,\"y\":2535,\"w\":11,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":750,\"abs_y\":2795}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 62px; color: #555555; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2581,\"w\":559,\"h\":160,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2841}'\u003eD2 is a semi-stainless tool steel, needs \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/copper-damascus-knife-care\" rel=\"noopener\" bis_size='{\"x\":320,\"y\":2585,\"w\":126,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":733,\"abs_y\":2845}' target=\"_blank\"\u003edetailed care routine\u003c\/a\u003e, meaning it offers strong corrosion resistance but is not fully rust-proof. After each use, wipe the blade clean and dry. A light coat of mineral oil on the blade surface will prevent any oxidation. D2 holds its edge exceptionally well, so you will sharpen less often than with softer steels. When sharpening is needed, use diamond or ceramic stones for best results.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E0E0E0 !important; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2755,\"w\":560,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3015}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; background: #FAFAFA;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2756,\"w\":559,\"h\":70,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3016}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background: #3A5C40; color: #ffffff; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 14px; flex-shrink: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2780,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":3040}'\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 600;\" bis_size='{\"x\":74,\"y\":2784,\"w\":213,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":487,\"abs_y\":3044}'\u003eCan I get this knife engraved?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-left: auto; font-size: 20px; color: #3a5c40; font-weight: 300;\" bis_size='{\"x\":288,\"y\":2779,\"w\":11,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":701,\"abs_y\":3039}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 62px; color: #555555; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2826,\"w\":559,\"h\":113,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3086}'\u003eYes, custom engraving is available on the SK-040. You can add initials, a date, or a short message. Engraving makes the knife an excellent gift for hunters, outdoorsmen, or collectors. Simply select the engraving option at checkout and provide your text.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E0E0E0 !important; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2839,\"w\":560,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3099}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 18px 20px; cursor: pointer; list-style: none; background: #FAFAFA;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2839,\"w\":559,\"h\":70,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3099}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background: #3A5C40; color: #ffffff; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 14px; flex-shrink: 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2863,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":3123}'\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 600;\" bis_size='{\"x\":74,\"y\":2868,\"w\":300,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":487,\"abs_y\":3128}'\u003eHow should I maintain the leather sheath?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-left: auto; font-size: 20px; color: #3a5c40; font-weight: 300;\" bis_size='{\"x\":375,\"y\":2863,\"w\":11,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":788,\"abs_y\":3123}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 18px 62px; color: #555555; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2909,\"w\":559,\"h\":137,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3169}'\u003eThe handmade Italian leather sheath will develop a rich, natural patina over time. To keep it in top condition, store it in a dry environment and treat it occasionally with a quality leather conditioner. Avoid storing the knife inside the sheath for extended periods in humid conditions, as trapped moisture can affect both the leather and the blade.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 40px 0;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2950,\"w\":560,\"h\":276,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3210}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 calc(33.33% - 14px); border: 1px solid #D4D4D4 !important; border-radius: 6px; padding: 24px 20px; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2950,\"w\":172,\"h\":276,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3210}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: block; font-size: 24px; color: #3a5c40; margin-bottom: 10px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":2975,\"w\":131,\"h\":40,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":3235}'\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 600;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":3026,\"w\":131,\"h\":51,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":3286}'\u003eSatisfaction Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":32,\"y\":3085,\"w\":131,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":445,\"abs_y\":3345}'\u003eWe stand behind every knife we make. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we will make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 calc(33.33% - 14px); border: 1px solid #D4D4D4 !important; border-radius: 6px; padding: 24px 20px; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;\" bis_size='{\"x\":204,\"y\":2950,\"w\":172,\"h\":276,\"abs_x\":617,\"abs_y\":3210}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: block; font-size: 24px; color: #3a5c40; margin-bottom: 10px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":225,\"y\":2975,\"w\":131,\"h\":40,\"abs_x\":638,\"abs_y\":3235}'\u003e⬡\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 600;\" bis_size='{\"x\":225,\"y\":3026,\"w\":131,\"h\":25,\"abs_x\":638,\"abs_y\":3286}'\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":225,\"y\":3059,\"w\":131,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":638,\"abs_y\":3319}'\u003eEach knife is hand-inspected before shipping to ensure it meets our standards for fit, finish, and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 calc(33.33% - 14px); border: 1px solid #D4D4D4 !important; border-radius: 6px; padding: 24px 20px; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;\" bis_size='{\"x\":397,\"y\":2950,\"w\":172,\"h\":276,\"abs_x\":810,\"abs_y\":3210}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: block; font-size: 24px; color: #3a5c40; margin-bottom: 10px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":418,\"y\":2975,\"w\":131,\"h\":40,\"abs_x\":831,\"abs_y\":3235}'\u003e✉\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: 600;\" bis_size='{\"x\":418,\"y\":3026,\"w\":131,\"h\":51,\"abs_x\":831,\"abs_y\":3286}'\u003eDedicated Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #555555; line-height: 1.5;\" bis_size='{\"x\":418,\"y\":3085,\"w\":131,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":831,\"abs_y\":3345}'\u003eHave a question about your knife? Our team is here to help with selection, care, and any post-purchase needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without customization","offer_id":47100430287036,"sku":"SK-040","price":210.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with custom message on it","offer_id":47100430319804,"sku":"SK-040-1","price":230.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/d2-hunting-knife-lacewood-italian-leather-sheath..jpg?v=1784092361"},{"product_id":"vg10-damascus-hunting-knife-wenge-wood-italian-leather-sheath","title":"VG10 Damascus Hunting Knife | Wenge Wood \u0026 Italian Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 760px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #333333; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; text-align: left; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #2C2416 !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 24px !important; text-align: center !important; margin-bottom: 28px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #f7f3eb !important; font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 600 !important; margin: 0 !important; letter-spacing: 0.5px !important;\"\u003e🎯 Hand-forged Damascus. Wenge wood. Italian leather. A hunting knife built to last generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 28px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 0 0 12px 0 !important; text-align: center !important;\"\u003eThe Wenge Wood Damascus Hunter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.6 !important; max-width: 680px !important; margin: 0 auto 32px auto !important; text-align: center !important;\"\u003eA handcrafted fixed-blade\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e hunting knife\u003c\/a\u003e that pairs the striking beauty of layered VG10\/15N20 Damascus steel with the deep, natural grain of African wenge wood. Whether you are field dressing game, processing camp firewood, or adding to a curated collection, this knife delivers the performance its looks promise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex !important; flex-wrap: wrap !important; gap: 20px !important; margin-bottom: 36px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 !important; min-width: 200px !important; background: #FFFFFF !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 24px 20px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 28px !important;\"\u003e🔪\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 10px 0 6px 0 !important; padding-bottom: 8px !important; border-bottom: 3px solid #8B6914 !important; display: inline-block !important;\"\u003eVG10\/15N20 Damascus Blade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.5 !important; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eLayered Japanese VG10 and Swedish 15N20 steels forge a 6.5\" blade with exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance. Hardened to 59-61 RC for the ideal balance of sharpness and toughness in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 !important; min-width: 200px !important; background: #FFFFFF !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 24px 20px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 28px !important;\"\u003e🌳\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 10px 0 6px 0 !important; padding-bottom: 8px !important; border-bottom: 3px solid #8B6914 !important; display: inline-block !important;\"\u003eWenge Wood Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.5 !important; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eSourced from equatorial Africa, wenge is prized for its density, natural oil resistance, and striking dark grain. The 5\" handle offers a secure, comfortable grip even in wet conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 !important; min-width: 200px !important; background: #FFFFFF !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 24px 20px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 28px !important;\"\u003e📦\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 10px 0 6px 0 !important; padding-bottom: 8px !important; border-bottom: 3px solid #8B6914 !important; display: inline-block !important;\"\u003eItalian Leather Sheath\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.5 !important; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eEach knife ships with a handmade Italian leather sheath, wet-molded for a snug fit. The rich patina it develops over time only adds to the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 0 0 16px 0 !important; text-align: center !important;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100% !important; border-collapse: collapse !important; margin-bottom: 36px !important; font-size: 14px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #2C2416 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px 16px !important; text-align: left !important; color: #f7f3eb !important; font-weight: 600 !important; border: 1px solid #2C2416 !important;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px 16px !important; text-align: left !important; color: #f7f3eb !important; font-weight: 600 !important; border: 1px solid #2C2416 !important;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAF8F5 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; color: #4a4a4a !important;\"\u003e11.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important;\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; color: #4a4a4a !important;\"\u003e6.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAF8F5 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; color: #4a4a4a !important;\"\u003e5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important;\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; color: #4a4a4a !important;\"\u003eVG10 \/ 15N20 Stainless Damascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAF8F5 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important;\"\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; color: #4a4a4a !important;\"\u003e59-61 RC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important;\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; color: #4a4a4a !important;\"\u003eWenge Wood (African hardwood)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAF8F5 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important;\"\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; color: #4a4a4a !important;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDamascus Steel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important;\"\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; color: #4a4a4a !important;\"\u003eSemi Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAF8F5 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important;\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 16px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; color: #4a4a4a !important;\"\u003eHandmade Italian Leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 0 0 8px 0 !important; text-align: center !important;\"\u003eBuilt for the Hunt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.5 !important; max-width: 640px !important; margin: 0 auto 28px auto !important; text-align: center !important;\"\u003eEvery detail of this knife answers a real need in the field. Here is where the specs meet the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 36px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex !important; align-items: flex-start !important; gap: 20px !important; margin-bottom: 20px !important; padding: 20px !important; background: #FAF8F5 !important; border-radius: 6px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 26px !important; flex-shrink: 0 !important;\"\u003e🐺\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 0 0 4px 0 !important;\"\u003eField Dressing \u0026amp; Skinning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.5 !important; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eThe 6.5\" blade gives you the reach for clean cuts on larger game while staying controllable for detail work. The Damascus edge holds its bite through an entire dressing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex !important; align-items: flex-start !important; gap: 20px !important; margin-bottom: 20px !important; padding: 20px !important; background: #FFFFFF !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 6px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 26px !important; flex-shrink: 0 !important;\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 0 0 4px 0 !important;\"\u003eCamp Utility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.5 !important; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eFrom trimming branches to prepping kindling, the semi-tang construction keeps the knife light and nimble for extended use. The wenge handle stays sure in your grip, rain or shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex !important; align-items: flex-start !important; gap: 20px !important; padding: 20px !important; background: #FAF8F5 !important; border-radius: 6px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 26px !important; flex-shrink: 0 !important;\"\u003e🎨\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 0 0 4px 0 !important;\"\u003eA Collector's Piece That Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.5 !important; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eThe swirling Damascus pattern, dark wenge grain, and matching Damascus guard make this knife display-worthy. But unlike a safe queen, it is built to earn its patina honestly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex !important; flex-wrap: wrap !important; gap: 16px !important; margin-bottom: 36px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 !important; min-width: 180px !important; background: #FFFFFF !important; border: 2px solid #8B6914 !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 20px !important; text-align: center !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 32px !important; display: block !important; margin-bottom: 8px !important;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 0 0 4px 0 !important;\"\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.4 !important; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eEvery knife is hand-inspected before it leaves the workshop. We stand behind the materials and craftsmanship in every piece we ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 !important; min-width: 180px !important; background: #FFFFFF !important; border: 2px solid #8B6914 !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 20px !important; text-align: center !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 32px !important; display: block !important; margin-bottom: 8px !important;\"\u003e📦\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 0 0 4px 0 !important;\"\u003eSecure Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.4 !important; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eYour knife ships in protective packaging with full tracking. The Italian leather sheath keeps the blade safe from the moment it leaves our hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 !important; min-width: 180px !important; background: #FFFFFF !important; border: 2px solid #8B6914 !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 20px !important; text-align: center !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 32px !important; display: block !important; margin-bottom: 8px !important;\"\u003e💬\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 0 0 4px 0 !important;\"\u003eSatisfaction Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.4 !important; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eNot satisfied with your knife? We will make it right. Reach out to our support team and we will work with you on a solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; margin: 0 0 20px 0 !important; text-align: center !important;\"\u003eQuestions Hunters Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 36px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block !important; list-style: none !important; padding: 16px 20px !important; cursor: pointer !important; font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; background: #FAF8F5 !important; position: relative !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block !important; width: 28px !important; height: 28px !important; line-height: 28px !important; text-align: center !important; background: #8B6914 !important; color: #ffffff !important; border-radius: 4px !important; font-size: 14px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; margin-right: 12px !important;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e Is this knife suitable for heavy batoning or chopping? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute !important; right: 20px !important; top: 50% !important; transform: translateY(-50%) !important; font-size: 20px !important; color: #8b6914 !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px !important; font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eThis knife uses a semi-tang construction, which prioritizes balance and agility over maximum prying strength. It handles field dressing, skinning, and light camp tasks with ease. For heavy batoning through thick hardwoods, a full-tang bushcraft knife would be the better tool. Think of this as your precision hunting companion, not a splitting wedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block !important; list-style: none !important; padding: 16px 20px !important; cursor: pointer !important; font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; background: #FAF8F5 !important; position: relative !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block !important; width: 28px !important; height: 28px !important; line-height: 28px !important; text-align: center !important; background: #8B6914 !important; color: #ffffff !important; border-radius: 4px !important; font-size: 14px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; margin-right: 12px !important;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e How do I \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emaintain the Damascus steel \u003c\/a\u003eblade? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute !important; right: 20px !important; top: 50% !important; transform: translateY(-50%) !important; font-size: 20px !important; color: #8b6914 !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px !important; font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eVG10\/15N20 stainless Damascus resists rust far better than high-carbon Damascus, but it still rewards basic care. Rinse and dry the blade after field use, especially after contact with blood or moisture. A light coat of food-grade mineral oil on the blade every few months keeps the pattern vivid and the steel protected. Store in the leather sheath only when the blade is completely dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block !important; list-style: none !important; padding: 16px 20px !important; cursor: pointer !important; font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; background: #FAF8F5 !important; position: relative !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block !important; width: 28px !important; height: 28px !important; line-height: 28px !important; text-align: center !important; background: #8B6914 !important; color: #ffffff !important; border-radius: 4px !important; font-size: 14px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; margin-right: 12px !important;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e Does the wenge wood handle need special treatment? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute !important; right: 20px !important; top: 50% !important; transform: translateY(-50%) !important; font-size: 20px !important; color: #8b6914 !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px !important; font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eWenge is naturally dense and oily, which gives it decent moisture resistance right out of the box. Over time, you can refresh the handle with a small amount of Danish oil or tung oil rubbed in with a soft cloth. Avoid soaking the handle or leaving it submerged. With minimal care, wenge ages beautifully and develops a deeper, richer character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block !important; list-style: none !important; padding: 16px 20px !important; cursor: pointer !important; font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; background: #FAF8F5 !important; position: relative !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block !important; width: 28px !important; height: 28px !important; line-height: 28px !important; text-align: center !important; background: #8B6914 !important; color: #ffffff !important; border-radius: 4px !important; font-size: 14px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; margin-right: 12px !important;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e Is this knife a good gift for a hunter? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute !important; right: 20px !important; top: 50% !important; transform: translateY(-50%) !important; font-size: 20px !important; color: #8b6914 !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px !important; font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eAbsolutely. The combination of a hand-forged Damascus blade, exotic wenge wood, and a handmade Italian leather sheath makes this a standout gift. It arrives looking the part, and it performs when taken into the field. For birthdays, retirements, or milestone hunts, this knife carries the weight of the occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block !important; list-style: none !important; padding: 16px 20px !important; cursor: pointer !important; font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; background: #FAF8F5 !important; position: relative !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block !important; width: 28px !important; height: 28px !important; line-height: 28px !important; text-align: center !important; background: #8B6914 !important; color: #ffffff !important; border-radius: 4px !important; font-size: 14px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; margin-right: 12px !important;\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e Will this VG10 Damascus knife rust in wet field conditions? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute !important; right: 20px !important; top: 50% !important; transform: translateY(-50%) !important; font-size: 20px !important; color: #8b6914 !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px !important; font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eNo, not with basic care. VG10 and 15N20 are both stainless steels, so the blade resists rust and staining far better than carbon Damascus. Wipe it clean and dry after a wet day in the field and it stays in top shape season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block !important; list-style: none !important; padding: 16px 20px !important; cursor: pointer !important; font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; background: #FAF8F5 !important; position: relative !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block !important; width: 28px !important; height: 28px !important; line-height: 28px !important; text-align: center !important; background: #8B6914 !important; color: #ffffff !important; border-radius: 4px !important; font-size: 14px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; margin-right: 12px !important;\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e How big is this VG10 Damascus hunting knife? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute !important; right: 20px !important; top: 50% !important; transform: translateY(-50%) !important; font-size: 20px !important; color: #8b6914 !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px !important; font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eThe blade is 6.5\" and the wenge handle is 5\", for an 11.5\" overall length. That blade gives you the reach for clean cuts on larger game while staying controllable for detail work around joints, and the knife stays light enough for all-day belt carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px !important; border: 1px solid #E8E3DA !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block !important; list-style: none !important; padding: 16px 20px !important; cursor: pointer !important; font-size: 15px !important; font-weight: 600 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; background: #FAF8F5 !important; position: relative !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block !important; width: 28px !important; height: 28px !important; line-height: 28px !important; text-align: center !important; background: #8B6914 !important; color: #ffffff !important; border-radius: 4px !important; font-size: 14px !important; font-weight: 700 !important; margin-right: 12px !important;\"\u003e7\u003c\/span\u003e Can I get this Damascus hunting knife engraved? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute !important; right: 20px !important; top: 50% !important; transform: translateY(-50%) !important; font-size: 20px !important; color: #8b6914 !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px 20px 16px 60px !important; font-size: 14px !important; color: #4a4a4a !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eYes. Custom engraving is available for 20 CAD. Add initials, a date, or a short message at checkout, a fitting touch for a knife built to be passed down. 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The Iron Mistress revives that legacy with hand-forged Damascus steel, a rosewood handle, and an Italian leather sheath. This is not a factory knife. It is a statement piece built for collectors who demand authenticity and outdoorsmen who need a blade that performs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%!important; border-collapse: collapse!important; margin: 40px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":350,\"w\":560,\"h\":340,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":610}'\u003e\n\u003ctbody bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":351,\"w\":560,\"h\":339,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":611}'\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":351,\"w\":560,\"h\":339,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":611}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%!important; padding: 28px 24px!important; background: #F5F0ED!important; vertical-align: top!important; border: 1px solid #E0D8D2!important; border-radius: 6px 0 0 6px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":351,\"w\":280,\"h\":339,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":611}'\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px!important; color: #8c7e74!important; text-transform: uppercase!important; letter-spacing: 1px!important; margin: 0 0 10px 0!important; font-weight: 600!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":379,\"w\":231,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":639}'\u003eThe Ordinary Alternative\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none!important; padding: 0!important; margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":411,\"w\":231,\"h\":182,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":671}'\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":411,\"w\":231,\"h\":34,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":671}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b0a49a!important; margin-right: 8px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":421,\"w\":11,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":681}'\u003e✕\u003c\/span\u003e Stamped from generic stainless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":446,\"w\":231,\"h\":56,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":706}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b0a49a!important; margin-right: 8px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":455,\"w\":11,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":715}'\u003e✕\u003c\/span\u003e Machine-finished with no character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":503,\"w\":231,\"h\":34,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":763}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b0a49a!important; margin-right: 8px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":512,\"w\":11,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":772}'\u003e✕\u003c\/span\u003e Synthetic handles, nylon sheaths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":537,\"w\":231,\"h\":56,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":797}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #b0a49a!important; margin-right: 8px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":546,\"w\":11,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":806}'\u003e✕\u003c\/span\u003e Forgettable. Replaceable. Soulless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%!important; padding: 28px 24px!important; background: #FDF8F6!important; vertical-align: top!important; border-top: 3px solid #7B2D3B!important; border-right: 1px solid #E0D8D2!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #E0D8D2!important; border-left: 1px solid #E0D8D2!important; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":292,\"y\":351,\"w\":280,\"h\":339,\"abs_x\":705,\"abs_y\":611}'\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px!important; color: #7b2d3b!important; text-transform: uppercase!important; letter-spacing: 1px!important; margin: 0 0 10px 0!important; font-weight: 600!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":316,\"y\":380,\"w\":231,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":729,\"abs_y\":640}'\u003eThe Iron Mistress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none!important; padding: 0!important; margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":316,\"y\":412,\"w\":231,\"h\":249,\"abs_x\":729,\"abs_y\":672}'\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; line-height: 1.6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":316,\"y\":412,\"w\":231,\"h\":79,\"abs_x\":729,\"abs_y\":672}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #7b2d3b!important; margin-right: 8px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":316,\"y\":421,\"w\":10,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":729,\"abs_y\":681}'\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Hand-forged VG10\/15N20 Damascus, every pattern one of a kind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; line-height: 1.6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":316,\"y\":491,\"w\":231,\"h\":56,\"abs_x\":729,\"abs_y\":751}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #7b2d3b!important; margin-right: 8px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":316,\"y\":501,\"w\":10,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":729,\"abs_y\":761}'\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Rosewood handle that warms to the touch and ages with grace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; line-height: 1.6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":316,\"y\":548,\"w\":231,\"h\":56,\"abs_x\":729,\"abs_y\":808}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #7b2d3b!important; margin-right: 8px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":316,\"y\":557,\"w\":10,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":729,\"abs_y\":817}'\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Handmade Italian leather sheath, stitched and fitted by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 6px 0!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; line-height: 1.6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":316,\"y\":605,\"w\":231,\"h\":56,\"abs_x\":729,\"abs_y\":865}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #7b2d3b!important; margin-right: 8px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":316,\"y\":614,\"w\":10,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":729,\"abs_y\":874}'\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e A blade with a story. A knife worth passing down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex!important; gap: 20px!important; margin: 40px 0!important; flex-wrap: wrap!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":731,\"w\":560,\"h\":494,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":991}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1!important; min-width: 200px!important; background: #FDF8F6!important; border: 1px solid #E8DED8!important; border-radius: 8px!important; padding: 28px 22px!important; text-align: center!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":731,\"w\":270,\"h\":270,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":991}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 48px!important; height: 48px!important; background: #F7EDE8!important; border-radius: 8px!important; display: inline-block!important; line-height: 48px!important; font-size: 22px!important; margin-bottom: 16px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":123,\"y\":759,\"w\":48,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":536,\"abs_y\":1019}'\u003e🔪\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 0 0 10px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":34,\"y\":823,\"w\":224,\"h\":27,\"abs_x\":447,\"abs_y\":1083}'\u003eDamascus Mastery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important; margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":34,\"y\":861,\"w\":224,\"h\":112,\"abs_x\":447,\"abs_y\":1121}'\u003eVG10\/15N20 steel forged to 59-61 HRC. Holds an edge through hard use, resists corrosion, and displays a pattern no two knives will ever share.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1!important; min-width: 200px!important; background: #FDF8F6!important; border: 1px solid #E8DED8!important; border-radius: 8px!important; padding: 28px 22px!important; text-align: center!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":302,\"y\":731,\"w\":270,\"h\":270,\"abs_x\":715,\"abs_y\":991}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 48px!important; height: 48px!important; background: #F7EDE8!important; border-radius: 8px!important; display: inline-block!important; line-height: 48px!important; font-size: 22px!important; margin-bottom: 16px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":413,\"y\":759,\"w\":48,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":826,\"abs_y\":1019}'\u003e🪵\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 0 0 10px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":325,\"y\":823,\"w\":224,\"h\":27,\"abs_x\":738,\"abs_y\":1083}'\u003eRosewood Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important; margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":325,\"y\":861,\"w\":224,\"h\":112,\"abs_x\":738,\"abs_y\":1121}'\u003eDense, warm, and naturally slip-resistant. The 5.25-inch handle balances the 10.75-inch blade and develops a rich patina over years of handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1!important; min-width: 200px!important; background: #FDF8F6!important; border: 1px solid #E8DED8!important; border-radius: 8px!important; padding: 28px 22px!important; text-align: center!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1021,\"w\":560,\"h\":203,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1281}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 48px!important; height: 48px!important; background: #F7EDE8!important; border-radius: 8px!important; display: inline-block!important; line-height: 48px!important; font-size: 22px!important; margin-bottom: 16px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":268,\"y\":1050,\"w\":48,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":681,\"abs_y\":1310}'\u003e👜\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 0 0 10px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":34,\"y\":1114,\"w\":515,\"h\":27,\"abs_x\":447,\"abs_y\":1374}'\u003eItalian Leather Sheath\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important; margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":34,\"y\":1151,\"w\":515,\"h\":44,\"abs_x\":447,\"abs_y\":1411}'\u003eHandmade and wet-fitted to this exact blade. Protects the edge, carries comfortably on a belt, and looks as refined as the knife it holds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center!important; font-size: 22px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 44px 0 24px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1269,\"w\":560,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1529}'\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%!important; border-collapse: collapse!important; margin: 0 0 40px 0!important; border: 1px solid #E8DED8!important; border-radius: 8px!important; overflow: hidden!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1330,\"w\":560,\"h\":490,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1590}'\u003e\n\u003cthead bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1331,\"w\":560,\"h\":52,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1591}'\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #7B2D3B!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1331,\"w\":560,\"h\":52,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1591}'\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 14px 20px!important; text-align: left!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #ffffff!important; font-weight: 600!important; width: 40%!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1331,\"w\":224,\"h\":52,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1591}'\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 14px 20px!important; text-align: left!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #ffffff!important; font-weight: 600!important; width: 60%!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":236,\"y\":1331,\"w\":336,\"h\":52,\"abs_x\":649,\"abs_y\":1591}'\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1383,\"w\":560,\"h\":437,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1643}'\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1383,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1643}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important; font-weight: 500!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1383,\"w\":224,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1643}'\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":236,\"y\":1383,\"w\":336,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":649,\"abs_y\":1643}'\u003e15.50\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FDF8F6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1432,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1692}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important; font-weight: 500!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1432,\"w\":224,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1692}'\u003eBlade Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":236,\"y\":1432,\"w\":336,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":649,\"abs_y\":1692}'\u003e10.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1481,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1741}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important; font-weight: 500!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1481,\"w\":224,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1741}'\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":236,\"y\":1481,\"w\":336,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":649,\"abs_y\":1741}'\u003e5.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FDF8F6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1529,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1789}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important; font-weight: 500!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1529,\"w\":224,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1789}'\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":236,\"y\":1529,\"w\":336,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":649,\"abs_y\":1789}'\u003eDamascus Steel VG10\/15N20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1578,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1838}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important; font-weight: 500!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1578,\"w\":224,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1838}'\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":236,\"y\":1578,\"w\":336,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":649,\"abs_y\":1838}'\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FDF8F6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1626,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1886}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important; font-weight: 500!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1626,\"w\":224,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1886}'\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":236,\"y\":1626,\"w\":336,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":649,\"abs_y\":1886}'\u003eSemi Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1675,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1935}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important; font-weight: 500!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1675,\"w\":224,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1935}'\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":236,\"y\":1675,\"w\":336,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":649,\"abs_y\":1935}'\u003eDamascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FDF8F6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1724,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1984}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important; font-weight: 500!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1724,\"w\":224,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1984}'\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; border-bottom: 1px solid #F0EBE6!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":236,\"y\":1724,\"w\":336,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":649,\"abs_y\":1984}'\u003eHandmade Italian Leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1772,\"w\":560,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2032}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #2c2420!important; font-weight: 500!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1772,\"w\":224,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2032}'\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px!important; font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":236,\"y\":1772,\"w\":336,\"h\":48,\"abs_x\":649,\"abs_y\":2032}'\u003e59-61 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center!important; font-size: 22px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 44px 0 24px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1865,\"w\":560,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2125}'\u003eWho Is This Knife For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex!important; gap: 20px!important; margin: 0 0 40px 0!important; flex-wrap: wrap!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1927,\"w\":560,\"h\":411,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2187}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1!important; min-width: 240px!important; background: #FFFFFF!important; border-left: 3px solid #7B2D3B!important; padding: 24px 22px!important; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.05)!important; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1927,\"w\":560,\"h\":195,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2187}'\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 22px!important; margin: 0 0 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":1951,\"w\":514,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":2211}'\u003e🏛️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 0 0 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":1996,\"w\":514,\"h\":27,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":2256}'\u003eThe Collector\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important; margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":2031,\"w\":514,\"h\":67,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":2291}'\u003eYou know the history. You recognize the forge work. This knife belongs in a display case or a curated collection, a conversation piece that honors the Jim Bowie tradition with genuine \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/copper-damascus-knife-care\" rel=\"noopener\" bis_size='{\"x\":172,\"y\":2079,\"w\":70,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":585,\"abs_y\":2339}' target=\"_blank\"\u003eDamascus \u003c\/a\u003ecraftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1!important; min-width: 240px!important; background: #FFFFFF!important; border-left: 3px solid #7B2D3B!important; padding: 24px 22px!important; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.05)!important; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2142,\"w\":560,\"h\":195,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2402}'\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 22px!important; margin: 0 0 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":2166,\"w\":514,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":2426}'\u003e🏕️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 16px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 0 0 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":2212,\"w\":514,\"h\":27,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":2472}'\u003eThe Outdoorsman\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important; margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":36,\"y\":2247,\"w\":514,\"h\":67,\"abs_x\":449,\"abs_y\":2507}'\u003eYou need a blade that skins, chops, and holds up. The 10.75-inch Damascus blade with 59-61 HRC hardness is built for the field, not just the shelf. Carry a knife that works as hard as you do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex!important; gap: 20px!important; margin: 40px 0!important; flex-wrap: wrap!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2378,\"w\":560,\"h\":449,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2638}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1!important; min-width: 180px!important; background: #FFFFFF!important; box-shadow: 0 2px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.06)!important; border-radius: 8px!important; padding: 28px 22px!important; text-align: center!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2378,\"w\":270,\"h\":235,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2638}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 30px!important; margin-bottom: 12px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":34,\"y\":2406,\"w\":226,\"h\":51,\"abs_x\":447,\"abs_y\":2666}'\u003e🛡️\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 15px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 0 0 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":34,\"y\":2469,\"w\":226,\"h\":25,\"abs_x\":447,\"abs_y\":2729}'\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important; margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":34,\"y\":2503,\"w\":226,\"h\":83,\"abs_x\":447,\"abs_y\":2763}'\u003eEvery Iron Mistress is inspected before it ships. Blade alignment, handle fit, sheath stitching, nothing leaves unchecked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1!important; min-width: 180px!important; background: #FFFFFF!important; box-shadow: 0 2px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.06)!important; border-radius: 8px!important; padding: 28px 22px!important; text-align: center!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":302,\"y\":2378,\"w\":270,\"h\":235,\"abs_x\":715,\"abs_y\":2638}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 30px!important; margin-bottom: 12px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":324,\"y\":2406,\"w\":226,\"h\":51,\"abs_x\":737,\"abs_y\":2666}'\u003e🤝\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 15px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 0 0 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":324,\"y\":2469,\"w\":226,\"h\":25,\"abs_x\":737,\"abs_y\":2729}'\u003eHandmade Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important; margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":324,\"y\":2503,\"w\":226,\"h\":83,\"abs_x\":737,\"abs_y\":2763}'\u003eForged by skilled bladesmiths, not stamped by machines. Each knife carries the marks of its maker and the pride of real craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1!important; min-width: 180px!important; background: #FFFFFF!important; box-shadow: 0 2px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.06)!important; border-radius: 8px!important; padding: 28px 22px!important; text-align: center!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2634,\"w\":560,\"h\":194,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2894}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 30px!important; margin-bottom: 12px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":34,\"y\":2662,\"w\":516,\"h\":51,\"abs_x\":447,\"abs_y\":2922}'\u003e📞\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 15px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 0 0 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":34,\"y\":2725,\"w\":516,\"h\":25,\"abs_x\":447,\"abs_y\":2985}'\u003eDedicated Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.6!important; margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":34,\"y\":2758,\"w\":516,\"h\":41,\"abs_x\":447,\"abs_y\":3018}'\u003eQuestions about care, sharpening, or your order? Reach out anytime and get a real response from someone who knows blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center!important; font-size: 22px!important; color: #2c2420!important; margin: 44px 0 24px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2872,\"w\":560,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3132}'\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-left: 2px solid #E8DED8!important; margin: 10px 0!important; padding: 18px 20px!important; background: #FFFFFF!important; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2933,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3193}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block!important; list-style: none!important; cursor: pointer!important; font-weight: 600!important; font-size: 15px!important; color: #2c2420!important; position: relative!important; padding-left: 42px!important; padding-right: 30px!important; line-height: 1.5!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":2951,\"w\":519,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3211}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute!important; left: 0!important; top: 50%!important; transform: translateY(-50%)!important; width: 28px!important; height: 28px!important; background: #7B2D3B!important; color: #ffffff!important; border-radius: 50%!important; text-align: center!important; line-height: 28px!important; font-size: 13px!important; font-weight: 700!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":2949,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3209}'\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003eIs each Damascus pattern unique?\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute!important; right: 0!important; top: 50%!important; transform: translateY(-50%)!important; font-size: 20px!important; color: #7b2d3b!important; font-weight: 400!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":541,\"y\":2948,\"w\":11,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":954,\"abs_y\":3208}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 14px 0 6px 42px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.7!important; font-size: 14px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":2974,\"w\":519,\"h\":91,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3234}'\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":75,\"y\":2988,\"w\":477,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":488,\"abs_y\":3248}'\u003eYes. The VG10 and 15N20 layers are forged and folded by hand. The pattern on your knife will not match any other, that is the nature of true Damascus steel. Each blade is a one-of-a-kind piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-left: 2px solid #E8DED8!important; margin: 10px 0!important; padding: 18px 20px!important; background: #FFFFFF!important; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":3002,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3262}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block!important; list-style: none!important; cursor: pointer!important; font-weight: 600!important; font-size: 15px!important; color: #2c2420!important; position: relative!important; padding-left: 42px!important; padding-right: 30px!important; line-height: 1.5!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":3020,\"w\":519,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3280}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute!important; left: 0!important; top: 50%!important; transform: translateY(-50%)!important; width: 28px!important; height: 28px!important; background: #7B2D3B!important; color: #ffffff!important; border-radius: 50%!important; text-align: center!important; line-height: 28px!important; font-size: 13px!important; font-weight: 700!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":3017,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3277}'\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003eWhat does semi-tang mean for durability?\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute!important; right: 0!important; top: 50%!important; transform: translateY(-50%)!important; font-size: 20px!important; color: #7b2d3b!important; font-weight: 400!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":541,\"y\":3016,\"w\":11,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":954,\"abs_y\":3276}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 14px 0 6px 42px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.7!important; font-size: 14px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":3042,\"w\":519,\"h\":115,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3302}'\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":75,\"y\":3056,\"w\":477,\"h\":95,\"abs_x\":488,\"abs_y\":3316}'\u003eA semi-tang extends partway into the handle rather than through the pommel. For a Bowie of this size, it provides excellent balance and more than enough strength for field use, skinning, and camp tasks. It is not designed for batoning or prying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-left: 2px solid #E8DED8!important; margin: 10px 0!important; padding: 18px 20px!important; background: #FFFFFF!important; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":3070,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3330}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block!important; list-style: none!important; cursor: pointer!important; font-weight: 600!important; font-size: 15px!important; color: #2c2420!important; position: relative!important; padding-left: 42px!important; padding-right: 30px!important; line-height: 1.5!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":3088,\"w\":519,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3348}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute!important; left: 0!important; top: 50%!important; transform: translateY(-50%)!important; width: 28px!important; height: 28px!important; background: #7B2D3B!important; color: #ffffff!important; border-radius: 50%!important; text-align: center!important; line-height: 28px!important; font-size: 13px!important; font-weight: 700!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":3086,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3346}'\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003eHow do I care for the blade and sheath?\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute!important; right: 0!important; top: 50%!important; transform: translateY(-50%)!important; font-size: 20px!important; color: #7b2d3b!important; font-weight: 400!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":541,\"y\":3085,\"w\":11,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":954,\"abs_y\":3345}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 14px 0 6px 42px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.7!important; font-size: 14px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":3111,\"w\":519,\"h\":115,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3371}'\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":75,\"y\":3125,\"w\":477,\"h\":95,\"abs_x\":488,\"abs_y\":3385}'\u003eWipe the blade dry after use and apply a light coat of mineral oil to prevent corrosion. The Italian leather sheath should be kept dry and conditioned occasionally with leather balm. For long-term storage, keep the knife outside the sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-left: 2px solid #E8DED8!important; margin: 10px 0!important; padding: 18px 20px!important; background: #FFFFFF!important; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":3139,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":3399}'\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block!important; list-style: none!important; cursor: pointer!important; font-weight: 600!important; font-size: 15px!important; color: #2c2420!important; position: relative!important; padding-left: 42px!important; padding-right: 30px!important; line-height: 1.5!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":3157,\"w\":519,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3417}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute!important; left: 0!important; top: 50%!important; transform: translateY(-50%)!important; width: 28px!important; height: 28px!important; background: #7B2D3B!important; color: #ffffff!important; border-radius: 50%!important; text-align: center!important; line-height: 28px!important; font-size: 13px!important; font-weight: 700!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":3154,\"w\":28,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3414}'\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003eWhat is included in the box?\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute!important; right: 0!important; top: 50%!important; transform: translateY(-50%)!important; font-size: 20px!important; color: #7b2d3b!important; font-weight: 400!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":541,\"y\":3153,\"w\":11,\"h\":30,\"abs_x\":954,\"abs_y\":3413}'\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 14px 0 6px 42px!important; color: #5a5048!important; line-height: 1.7!important; font-size: 14px!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":33,\"y\":3179,\"w\":519,\"h\":91,\"abs_x\":446,\"abs_y\":3439}'\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0!important;\" bis_size='{\"x\":75,\"y\":3193,\"w\":477,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":488,\"abs_y\":3453}'\u003eThe Iron Mistress Bowie knife, the handmade Italian leather sheath, and a protective storage cloth. Everything is packaged securely for shipping so your knife arrives in pristine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife with Sheath Only","offer_id":47100653633724,"sku":"SK-043","price":415.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Engraving on Brass Inlay of Handle","offer_id":47100653666492,"sku":"SK-043-1","price":450.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/iron-mistress-bowie-knife-italian-leather-sheath..jpg?v=1784167529"},{"product_id":"iron-mistress-bowie-knife-jim-bowie-edition-d2-steel","title":"Iron Mistress Bowie Knife | Jim Bowie Edition D2 Steel","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 760px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #333333; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; text-align: left; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #1C1C1C; color: #d4a574; text-align: center; padding: 14px 20px !important; border-radius: 6px !important; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.5px; margin-bottom: 32px !important;\"\u003e☆ Limited Edition Historical Replica, 50% Off\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 680px; margin: 0 auto 28px auto !important; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0 0 6px 0 !important; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eIron Mistress Bowie Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #a67c52; font-weight: 500; margin: 0 0 18px 0 !important; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eJIM BOWIE EDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #4a4a4a; line-height: 1.7; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eA faithful tribute to the blade that carved its name into American folklore. The Iron Mistress combines a formidable 10.75-inch D2 steel clip-point blade with a rock-solid G10 handle and a handmade Italian leather sheath. Built for collectors who demand authenticity, heft, and presence, not compromises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 24px; margin-bottom: 36px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0 0 16px 0 !important;\"\u003eWhy This Knife Belongs in Your Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #a67c52; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD2 Tool Steel Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e, Hardened to 59, 61 RC for outstanding edge retention and wear resistance. Holds a razor edge through heavy use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #a67c52; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Clip-Point Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, The iconic Bowie silhouette with a sharp, controllable tip and a deep belly for slicing. Instantly recognizable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #a67c52; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade Italian Leather Sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e, Not a mass-produced afterthought. Each sheath is crafted from genuine Italian leather, stitched and fitted to this exact blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #a67c52; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e, A polished crossguard that protects your hand and balances the blade visually. Functional and period-correct.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 300px; min-width: 260px; background: #1C1C1C; color: #f5ede4; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 28px 24px !important; display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; letter-spacing: 1.5px; color: #a67c52; margin: 0 0 8px 0 !important; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTHE IRON MISTRESS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; margin: 0 0 16px 0 !important;\"\u003eNamed after the 1952 film that immortalized Jim Bowie's legendary blade, this knife is more than steel and G10. It is a piece of frontier history you can hold in your hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #c4a882; margin: 0 !important; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A knife so iconic, Hollywood made a movie about it.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100% !important; border-collapse: collapse !important; margin-bottom: 36px !important; border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #A67C52 !important; color: #ffffff !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 14px 18px !important; text-align: left; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 1px; border: none !important;\"\u003eSPECIFICATION\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 14px 18px !important; text-align: left; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 1px; border: none !important;\"\u003eDETAIL\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important;\"\u003e15.50 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAF7F2 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBlade Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important;\"\u003e10.75 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important;\"\u003e5.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAF7F2 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important;\"\u003eD2 Tool Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important;\"\u003e59, 61 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAF7F2 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important;\"\u003eBlack G10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important;\"\u003eSemi Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FAF7F2 !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; border-bottom: 1px solid #E8E0D8 !important;\"\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #FFFFFF !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 18px !important; font-size: 14px; color: #3a3a3a;\"\u003eHandmade Italian Leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin-bottom: 36px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 240px; background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 24px 20px !important; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.04) !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 44px; height: 44px; background: #F5EDE4; border-radius: 6px !important; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 14px; font-size: 20px;\"\u003e⚔\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0 0 8px 0 !important;\"\u003eCommanding Presence\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #5a5a5a; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eAt 15.5 inches overall, this knife demands attention. It fills the hand with authority and displays with the gravity a Bowie deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 240px; background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 24px 20px !important; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.04) !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 44px; height: 44px; background: #F5EDE4; border-radius: 6px !important; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 14px; font-size: 20px;\"\u003e⚙\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0 0 8px 0 !important;\"\u003eD2 Steel Edge Retention\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #5a5a5a; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/d2-steel-bowie-knives\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eD2\u003c\/a\u003e is prized for its high carbon and chromium content. It takes a keen edge and keeps it longer than most carbon steels, with decent corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 240px; background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 24px 20px !important; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.04) !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 44px; height: 44px; background: #F5EDE4; border-radius: 6px !important; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 14px; font-size: 20px;\"\u003e✐\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0 0 8px 0 !important;\"\u003eG10 Handle Confidence\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #5a5a5a; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eBlack G10 scales offer a sure grip in any condition. Impervious to moisture, temperature swings, and wear, it will outlast you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 240px; background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 24px 20px !important; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.04) !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 44px; height: 44px; background: #F5EDE4; border-radius: 6px !important; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 14px; font-size: 20px;\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0 0 8px 0 !important;\"\u003eItalian Leather Sheath\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #5a5a5a; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eHand-stitched from genuine Italian leather. Ages beautifully, protects the blade, and completes the presentation for display or carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #1C1C1C; color: #f5ede4; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 32px 28px !important; margin-bottom: 36px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #a67c52; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTHE LEGEND BEHIND THE BLADE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff; margin: 0 0 14px 0 !important;\"\u003eJim Bowie and the Knife That Defined an Era\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8; color: #d5cfc6; margin: 0 0 14px 0 !important;\"\u003eIn 1827, on a sandbar outside Natchez, Mississippi, James Bowie faced down multiple attackers with a large knife designed by his brother Rezin. He walked away. The legend of the Bowie knife was born that day, and for nearly two centuries, it has stood as the definitive American fighting and frontier blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8; color: #d5cfc6; margin: 0 0 14px 0 !important;\"\u003eThe Iron Mistress takes its name from the 1952 Warner Bros. film that dramatized Bowie's life and the forging of his iconic knife. This edition honors that legacy with period-correct proportions, a classic clip-point profile, and materials that would make a 19th-century bladesmith proud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8; color: #d5cfc6; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eThis is not a fantasy piece. It is a historically grounded replica built for the collector who understands what the Bowie knife represents: resilience, self-reliance, and the untamed American spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 36px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 8px !important; margin-bottom: 10px !important; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block; list-style: none; padding: 18px 20px !important; cursor: pointer; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #1c1c1c; background: #FFFFFF; position: relative;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; background: #A67C52; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50% !important; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e Is this knife meant for use or purely for display? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 20px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); font-size: 20px; color: #a67c52; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 20px 60px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4a4a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eBoth. The D2 steel blade is hardened to 59, 61 HRC and will perform if you choose to use it. That said, most owners treat the Iron Mistress as a display and collection centerpiece, its historical significance and finish deserve to be shown off. If you do use it, clean and oil the blade after each session to preserve the edge and prevent any corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 8px !important; margin-bottom: 10px !important; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block; list-style: none; padding: 18px 20px !important; cursor: pointer; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #1c1c1c; background: #FFFFFF; position: relative;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; background: #A67C52; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50% !important; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e How does D2 steel compare to other blade steels? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 20px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); font-size: 20px; color: #a67c52; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 20px 60px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4a4a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eD2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel that sits between carbon steels and stainless steels. It offers significantly better edge retention than 440C or 1095, with respectable corrosion resistance (though not fully stainless). At 59, 61 HRC, this blade strikes the sweet spot: hard enough to hold an edge through demanding work, tough enough to resist chipping. For a large Bowie, D2 is an excellent choice, it rewards proper care with years of reliable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 8px !important; margin-bottom: 10px !important; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block; list-style: none; padding: 18px 20px !important; cursor: pointer; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #1c1c1c; background: #FFFFFF; position: relative;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; background: #A67C52; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50% !important; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e What does semi-tang mean, and is it strong enough? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 20px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); font-size: 20px; color: #a67c52; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 20px 60px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4a4a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eA semi-tang (or partial tang) means the blade steel extends a significant portion into the handle, but not all the way to the pommel. For a collector-grade Bowie of this size, a well-executed semi-tang provides ample structural integrity for display, light cutting, and handling. This is not a chopping or batoning knife, it is a historically styled replica built to period specifications. If your primary use case is heavy bushcraft, a full-tang survival knife would be the better tool. For what this knife is designed to be, the construction is entirely appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 8px !important; margin-bottom: 10px !important; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: block; list-style: none; padding: 18px 20px !important; cursor: pointer; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #1c1c1c; background: #FFFFFF; position: relative;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 28px; height: 28px; background: #A67C52; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50% !important; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e How do I care for the blade and leather sheath? \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 20px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); font-size: 20px; color: #a67c52; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0 20px 20px 60px; font-size: 14px; color: #4a4a4a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eKeep the blade clean and dry. After handling, wipe it down with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints and moisture. A light coat of mineral oil or a quality blade oil every few months will protect the D2 steel from humidity. For the Italian leather sheath, avoid soaking it in water. If it gets wet, let it air-dry at room temperature, never force-dry with heat. A leather conditioner applied sparingly once or twice a year will keep the sheath supple and prevent cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin-bottom: 36px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 24px 20px !important; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e🛡\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0 0 6px 0 !important;\"\u003eSatisfaction Guarantee\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #5a5a5a; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eNot delighted with your Iron Mistress? We will make it right. Your satisfaction is the standard we build to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 24px 20px !important; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0 0 6px 0 !important;\"\u003eQuality Inspection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #5a5a5a; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eEvery knife is hand-inspected before it leaves our workshop. Blade alignment, handle fitment, sheath stitching, nothing slips through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; background: #FFFFFF; border: 1px solid #E0D6CC !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 24px 20px !important; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e📦\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0 0 6px 0 !important;\"\u003eSecure Shipping\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #5a5a5a; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0 !important;\"\u003eYour knife ships in protective packaging with full tracking. It arrives in the condition it left our hands: flawless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #F5EDE4; border-left: 4px solid #A67C52 !important; border-radius: 4px !important; padding: 18px 22px !important; margin-bottom: 8px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0 !important; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #a67c52;\"\u003e✍ Make It Yours\u003c\/span\u003e, Add a custom engraving to the blade for just \u003cstrong\u003e$20 extra\u003c\/strong\u003e. A name, a date, a short inscription, turn this collector's piece into a personal heirloom or a one-of-a-kind gift. Select the engraving option at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Simple Edititon","offer_id":47117605011644,"sku":"SK-045","price":405.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Custom Engravings.","offer_id":47117605044412,"sku":"SK-045-1","price":425.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/jim-bowie-edition-d2-bowie-knife-leather-sheath..webp?v=1784513901"},{"product_id":"heartstopper-d2-steel-rambo-bowie-knife","title":"Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper D2 Steel Bowie Knife, G10 Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚔ SUB-HILT BOWIE · FORGED D2 · FULL TANG · G10 HANDLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA 9.25\" Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper Bowie Built for Field Work, Not Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD2 heartstopper last blood bowies usually land in one of two camps: soft display steel with a pretty finish, or a working blade with no attention paid to the handle. The D2 heartstopper last blood bowie sits in neither. Hand-forged D2 tool steel, a full tang running the complete handle length, a machined G10 scale set, and a wet-moulded leather sheath make it a knife you can carry into a hunting camp and still hang on a wall between seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Sets Our D2 heartstopper last blood- Apart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ D2 tool steel at 58-60 HRC for lasting edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Full tang construction with a stainless steel guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ G10 handle that shrugs off moisture and impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Handmade leather sheath, wet-moulded to this exact blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔪 D2 Blade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNine and a quarter inches of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/d2-steel-bowie-knives\"\u003eD2 tool steel\u003c\/a\u003e hardened to 58-60 HRC. D2 holds a working edge far longer than most stainless alloys, which matters when you are breaking down an animal or processing firewood without stopping to strop. The clip-point profile gives you a fine tip for detail work, while the belly carries enough mass for chopping. D2 is semi-stainless, so wipe the blade dry after use and it will serve for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🛠 G10 Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eG10 is what serious makers reach for when wood is not enough. Layered fibreglass laminate does not swell, crack, or rot in wet conditions, and the textured surface stays grippy with wet or gloved hands. Full tang steel runs the entire 5.5-inch handle, and the sub-hilt gives your index finger a positive stop during heavy cuts. Balance sits just ahead of the guard, so the blade does the work rather than your wrist. Compare it against the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003ehandmade bowie knives\u003c\/a\u003e if you are still choosing a size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Fitted Leather Sheath\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach sheath is cut, stitched, and wet-moulded by hand to fit one blade. Retention comes from the moulding itself, so the knife sits tight without rattling and draws clean. 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A name, a date, or a short message turns the knife into a one-off gift or a piece that gets handed down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery knife is hand-inspected before it ships. We stand behind the craftsmanship of each blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📦 \u003cstrong\u003eSecure Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour knife ships in protective packaging with full tracking, insured and handled with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e♥ \u003cstrong\u003eSatisfaction Promise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot satisfied with your knife? 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Each knife combines a patterned 15N20 and 1095 Damascus steel blade with a naturally grained rosewood handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":104,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":364}'\u003eThe set contains a 13-inch chef knife, 11-inch cleaver knife, 12-inch boning knife, 10-inch utility knife, and 7-inch paring knife. A premium leather roll bag is also included for organised storage and convenient transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":178,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":438}'\u003eThis complete knife set is suitable for home cooks, professional chefs, culinary students, outdoor cooks, and collectors who value functional kitchen tools with a distinctive handcrafted appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":253,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":513}'\u003eWhat Is Included in Our 5-Piece Damascus Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":293,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":553}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":294,\"w\":196,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":554}'\u003eOur kitchen knife set includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":328,\"w\":560,\"h\":156,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":588}'\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\" style=\"text-indent: -0.25in;\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":328,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":588}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; 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mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\" bis_size='{\"x\":28,\"y\":447,\"w\":21,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":441,\"abs_y\":707}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\" bis_size='{\"x\":28,\"y\":447,\"w\":21,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":441,\"abs_y\":707}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":28,\"y\":453,\"w\":21,\"h\":10,\"abs_x\":441,\"abs_y\":713}'\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e15N20 and 1095 Damascus steel blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"text-indent: -0.25in;\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":465,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":725}'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\" bis_size='{\"x\":28,\"y\":466,\"w\":21,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":441,\"abs_y\":726}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\" bis_size='{\"x\":28,\"y\":466,\"w\":21,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":441,\"abs_y\":726}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":28,\"y\":473,\"w\":21,\"h\":10,\"abs_x\":441,\"abs_y\":733}'\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eNatural rosewood handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":499,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":759}'\u003eEach blade profile supports a specific kitchen task. The range of sizes allows you to move from large food-preparation jobs to smaller precision cuts without relying on one knife for every ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":574,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":834}'\u003eCustomers looking for other blade styles can explore our complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/chef-knives\" bis_size='{\"x\":427,\"y\":574,\"w\":123,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":840,\"abs_y\":834}'\u003echef knife collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":609,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":869}'\u003eWhat Can You Do with Each Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":649,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":909}'\u003eOur 13-inch chef knife is the primary multipurpose blade in the set. It can be used for chopping vegetables, slicing meat, mincing herbs, and preparing larger ingredients such as cabbage, melons, chicken, and cooked roasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":724,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":984}'\u003eThe 11-inch cleaver knife has a broad blade for controlled chopping and portioning. It is useful for preparing large vegetables, meat, poultry, and other dense ingredients. Its wide surface can also help transfer chopped food from the cutting board to a bowl or pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":799,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1059}'\u003eOur 12-inch boning knife supports detailed work around bones, joints, skin, fat, and connective tissue. It is suitable for deboning poultry, trimming beef, preparing lamb, removing skin, and separating meat from joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":874,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1134}'\u003eThe 10-inch utility knife fills the gap between a large chef knife and a smaller paring knife. It can handle tomatoes, sandwiches, cheese, cooked meat, and medium-sized fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":929,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1189}'\u003eOur 7-inch paring knife provides greater control for peeling, trimming, coring, removing seeds, preparing garnishes, and cutting smaller ingredients such as garlic, shallots, chillies, and berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1004,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1264}'\u003eWhat Makes the 15N20 and 1095 Damascus Blades Distinctive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1073,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1333}'\u003eOur blades are made from 15N20 and 1095 Damascus steel. The combination creates visible contrast across the layered blade pattern and gives each knife a distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1148,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1408}'\u003eDamascus patterns may vary slightly from one blade to another. These variations make every set visually individual rather than completely identical. The patterned steel also complements the rich colour and natural grain of the rosewood handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1223,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1483}'\u003eFor more decorative layered-steel designs, browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/copper-damascus-chef-knives\" bis_size='{\"x\":350,\"y\":1223,\"w\":183,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":763,\"abs_y\":1483}'\u003eCopper Damascus chef knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1258,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1518}'\u003eWhy Does Our Knife Set Use Rosewood Handles?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1298,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1558}'\u003eRosewood gives each handle a warm colour, visible grain, and traditional finish. The shaped handles support a stable grip during chopping, slicing, trimming, and peeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1354,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1614}'\u003eBecause rosewood is a natural material, minor differences in shade, texture, grain direction, and markings should be expected. These natural characteristics add individual detail to every knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1428,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1688}'\u003eWhy Is a Premium Leather Roll Bag Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1468,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1728}'\u003eOur premium leather roll bag keeps all 5 knives organised during storage and transportation. Individual sections help separate the blades and reduce unnecessary contact between knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1543,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1803}'\u003eThe bag is useful for professional chefs travelling between kitchens, culinary students attending classes, outdoor cooks carrying their equipment, and home users who want compact storage. It also makes the complete set suitable for weddings, anniversaries, housewarmings, culinary graduations, and other special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1637,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1897}'\u003eIs Free Shipping Available in the USA and Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1677,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1937}'\u003eYes. We provide free shipping in the USA and Canada with this 5-piece Damascus chef knife set. Customers can receive the complete knife collection and premium leather roll bag without an additional standard shipping charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1752,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2012}'\u003eAvailable delivery details and any location-specific information will be shown during checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1807,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2067}'\u003eHow Should You Care for Our Damascus Knives?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1847,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2107}'\u003eWash each knife by hand with mild soap and warm water. Dry the blade and rosewood handle immediately after cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1903,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2163}'\u003eDo not place the knives in a dishwasher or leave them soaking in water. Store only clean and completely dry knives inside the leather roll. Use a wooden or food-safe plastic cutting board instead of glass, stone, ceramic, or metal surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1977,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2237}'\u003eA light application of food-safe mineral oil can help maintain the rosewood handles and protect the Damascus blades during storage. Use a quality whetstone or professional sharpening service when edge maintenance is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2052,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2312}'\u003eWho Should Choose This 5-Piece Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2092,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2352}'\u003eOur set is designed for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2128,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2388}'\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2129,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2389}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2129,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2389}'\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":18,\"y\":2135,\"w\":21,\"h\":10,\"abs_x\":431,\"abs_y\":2395}'\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eHome cooks preparing daily meals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2163,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2423}'\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2164,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2424}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2164,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2424}'\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":18,\"y\":2171,\"w\":21,\"h\":10,\"abs_x\":431,\"abs_y\":2431}'\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eProfessional chefs completing regular prep work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2199,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2459}'\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2200,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2460}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2200,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2460}'\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":18,\"y\":2206,\"w\":21,\"h\":10,\"abs_x\":431,\"abs_y\":2466}'\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCulinary students building a versatile knife collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2235,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2495}'\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2235,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2495}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2235,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2495}'\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":18,\"y\":2242,\"w\":21,\"h\":10,\"abs_x\":431,\"abs_y\":2502}'\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMeat enthusiasts performing trimming and deboning tasks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2270,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2530}'\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2271,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2531}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2271,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2531}'\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":18,\"y\":2277,\"w\":21,\"h\":10,\"abs_x\":431,\"abs_y\":2537}'\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutdoor cooks who need portable knife storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2306,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2566}'\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2307,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2567}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2307,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2567}'\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":18,\"y\":2313,\"w\":21,\"h\":10,\"abs_x\":431,\"abs_y\":2573}'\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCollectors interested in patterned Damascus blades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2341,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2601}'\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2342,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2602}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2342,\"w\":27,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2602}'\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":18,\"y\":2349,\"w\":21,\"h\":10,\"abs_x\":431,\"abs_y\":2609}'\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eGift buyers seeking a complete culinary set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2377,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2637}'\u003eCooks who prefer a single Japanese-style kitchen blade can also view our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/chef-knives\/products\/gyuto-knife-8-inch-cu-mai-chef-knife-with-resin-handle\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2377,\"w\":542,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2637}'\u003e8-inch Cu-Mai Gyuto knife\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2432,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2692}'\u003eWhy Choose Our Damascus Chef Knife Set 5 Piece Rosewood Handle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2501,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2761}'\u003eOur Damascus Chef Knife Set 5 Piece Rosewood Handle provides 5 specialised knives for large, medium, and precision cutting tasks. The 15N20 and 1095 Damascus blades create a distinctive patterned finish, while the rosewood handles add natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2576,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2836}'\u003eWith a chef knife, cleaver, boning knife, utility knife, paring knife, premium leather roll bag, and free shipping in the USA and Canada, our set provides a complete solution for organised and versatile food preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Without Engravings","offer_id":47217789698236,"sku":"0207","price":325.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Engravings","offer_id":47217789731004,"sku":"0208-1","price":355.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/DamascusChefKnifeSet5PieceRosewoodHandle.webp?v=1784395282"},{"product_id":"carbon-steel-bunka-knife-set-5-piece-rosewood-handle","title":"Carbon Steel Bunka Knife Set 5 Piece Rosewood Handle Collection","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003eOur Carbon Steel Bunka Knife Set 5 Piece Rosewood Handle includes 5 hand-forged kitchen knives for chopping, slicing, dicing, mincing, trimming, and general food preparation. The collection contains a Chinese vegetable cleaver, curved butcher and slicing knife, chef knife, Bunka chef knife, and utility kitchen knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":104,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":364}'\u003eEach fixed blade is forged from 1095 high-carbon steel and finished with a natural rustic forge texture. Hand-contoured rosewood and black resin handles add distinctive grain, colour, and character to every knife. This coordinated collection suits home cooks, professional chefs, culinary students, meat enthusiasts, and collectors of handmade kitchen tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":218,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":478}'\u003eWhat Knives Are Included in Our 5-Piece Collection?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":257,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":517}'\u003eOur carbon steel kitchen set includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":293,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":553}'\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":293,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":553}'\u003eChinese vegetable cleaver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":313,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":573}'\u003eCurved butcher and slicing knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":332,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":592}'\u003eHand-forged chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":352,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":612}'\u003eBunka chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":371,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":631}'\u003eUtility kitchen knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":405,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":665}'\u003eCustomers comparing other blade combinations can also explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/chef-knives\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":405,\"w\":526,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":665}'\u003ehandmade chef knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":460,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":720}'\u003eWhat Are the Estimated Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"mso-cellspacing: 1.5pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":500,\"w\":560,\"h\":188,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":760}'\u003e\n\u003ctbody bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":503,\"w\":556,\"h\":183,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":763}'\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":503,\"w\":556,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":763}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":503,\"w\":126,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":763}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":514,\"w\":122,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":774}'\u003e\u003cb bis_size='{\"x\":58,\"y\":514,\"w\":38,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":471,\"abs_y\":774}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":58,\"y\":515,\"w\":38,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":471,\"abs_y\":775}'\u003eKnife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":142,\"y\":503,\"w\":78,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":555,\"abs_y\":763}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":504,\"w\":75,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":764}'\u003e\u003cb bis_size='{\"x\":157,\"y\":504,\"w\":48,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":570,\"abs_y\":764}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":157,\"y\":505,\"w\":48,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":570,\"abs_y\":765}'\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":222,\"y\":503,\"w\":85,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":635,\"abs_y\":763}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":504,\"w\":81,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":764}'\u003e\u003cb bis_size='{\"x\":240,\"y\":504,\"w\":49,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":653,\"abs_y\":764}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":240,\"y\":505,\"w\":49,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":653,\"abs_y\":765}'\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":309,\"y\":503,\"w\":87,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":722,\"abs_y\":763}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":504,\"w\":83,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":764}'\u003e\u003cb bis_size='{\"x\":327,\"y\":504,\"w\":51,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":740,\"abs_y\":764}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":327,\"y\":505,\"w\":51,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":740,\"abs_y\":765}'\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":398,\"y\":503,\"w\":72,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":811,\"abs_y\":763}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":504,\"w\":69,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":764}'\u003e\u003cb bis_size='{\"x\":413,\"y\":504,\"w\":43,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":826,\"abs_y\":764}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":413,\"y\":505,\"w\":43,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":826,\"abs_y\":765}'\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":472,\"y\":503,\"w\":97,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":885,\"abs_y\":763}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":504,\"w\":93,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":764}'\u003e\u003cb bis_size='{\"x\":487,\"y\":504,\"w\":68,\"h\":37,\"abs_x\":900,\"abs_y\":764}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":487,\"y\":505,\"w\":68,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":900,\"abs_y\":765}'\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 1;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":546,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":806}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":546,\"w\":126,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":806}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":548,\"w\":122,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":808}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":549,\"w\":113,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":809}'\u003eVegetable cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":142,\"y\":546,\"w\":78,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":555,\"abs_y\":806}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":548,\"w\":75,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":808}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":549,\"w\":36,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":809}'\u003e8.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":222,\"y\":546,\"w\":85,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":635,\"abs_y\":806}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":548,\"w\":81,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":808}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":549,\"w\":44,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":809}'\u003e5.25 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":309,\"y\":546,\"w\":87,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":722,\"abs_y\":806}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":548,\"w\":83,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":808}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":549,\"w\":52,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":809}'\u003e13.75 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":398,\"y\":546,\"w\":72,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":811,\"abs_y\":806}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":548,\"w\":69,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":808}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":549,\"w\":44,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":809}'\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":472,\"y\":546,\"w\":97,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":885,\"abs_y\":806}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":548,\"w\":93,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":808}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":549,\"w\":76,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":809}'\u003e3.0–3.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 2;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":571,\"w\":556,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":831}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":571,\"w\":126,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":831}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":572,\"w\":122,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":832}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":573,\"w\":79,\"h\":36,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":833}'\u003eButcher and slicing knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":142,\"y\":571,\"w\":78,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":555,\"abs_y\":831}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":582,\"w\":75,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":842}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":583,\"w\":24,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":843}'\u003e9 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":222,\"y\":571,\"w\":85,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":635,\"abs_y\":831}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":582,\"w\":81,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":842}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":583,\"w\":24,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":843}'\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":309,\"y\":571,\"w\":87,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":722,\"abs_y\":831}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":582,\"w\":83,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":842}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":583,\"w\":32,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":843}'\u003e14 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":398,\"y\":571,\"w\":72,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":811,\"abs_y\":831}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":582,\"w\":69,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":842}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":583,\"w\":36,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":843}'\u003e2.1 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":472,\"y\":571,\"w\":97,\"h\":42,\"abs_x\":885,\"abs_y\":831}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":582,\"w\":93,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":842}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":583,\"w\":76,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":843}'\u003e2.5–3.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 3;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":614,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":874}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":614,\"w\":126,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":874}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":616,\"w\":122,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":876}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":617,\"w\":67,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":877}'\u003eChef knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":142,\"y\":614,\"w\":78,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":555,\"abs_y\":874}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":616,\"w\":75,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":876}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":617,\"w\":24,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":877}'\u003e8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":222,\"y\":614,\"w\":85,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":635,\"abs_y\":874}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":616,\"w\":81,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":876}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":617,\"w\":24,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":877}'\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":309,\"y\":614,\"w\":87,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":722,\"abs_y\":874}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":616,\"w\":83,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":876}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":617,\"w\":32,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":877}'\u003e13 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":398,\"y\":614,\"w\":72,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":811,\"abs_y\":874}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":616,\"w\":69,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":876}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":617,\"w\":36,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":877}'\u003e2.6 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":472,\"y\":614,\"w\":97,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":885,\"abs_y\":874}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":616,\"w\":93,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":876}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":617,\"w\":76,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":877}'\u003e2.7–3.2 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 4;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":639,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":899}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":639,\"w\":126,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":899}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":640,\"w\":122,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":900}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":641,\"w\":110,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":901}'\u003eBunka chef knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":142,\"y\":639,\"w\":78,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":555,\"abs_y\":899}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":640,\"w\":75,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":900}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":641,\"w\":24,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":901}'\u003e7 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":222,\"y\":639,\"w\":85,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":635,\"abs_y\":899}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":640,\"w\":81,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":900}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":641,\"w\":24,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":901}'\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":309,\"y\":639,\"w\":87,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":722,\"abs_y\":899}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":640,\"w\":83,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":900}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":641,\"w\":32,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":901}'\u003e12 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":398,\"y\":639,\"w\":72,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":811,\"abs_y\":899}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":640,\"w\":69,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":900}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":641,\"w\":36,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":901}'\u003e2.6 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":472,\"y\":639,\"w\":97,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":885,\"abs_y\":899}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":640,\"w\":93,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":900}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":641,\"w\":76,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":901}'\u003e2.5–3.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 5; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":663,\"w\":556,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":923}'\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":663,\"w\":126,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":923}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":665,\"w\":122,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":925}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":16,\"y\":666,\"w\":78,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":429,\"abs_y\":926}'\u003eUtility knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":142,\"y\":663,\"w\":78,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":555,\"abs_y\":923}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":665,\"w\":75,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":925}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":144,\"y\":666,\"w\":36,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":557,\"abs_y\":926}'\u003e5.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":222,\"y\":663,\"w\":85,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":635,\"abs_y\":923}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":665,\"w\":81,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":925}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":224,\"y\":666,\"w\":36,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":637,\"abs_y\":926}'\u003e4.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":309,\"y\":663,\"w\":87,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":722,\"abs_y\":923}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":665,\"w\":83,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":925}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":311,\"y\":666,\"w\":32,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":724,\"abs_y\":926}'\u003e10 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":398,\"y\":663,\"w\":72,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":811,\"abs_y\":923}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":665,\"w\":69,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":925}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":400,\"y\":666,\"w\":44,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":813,\"abs_y\":926}'\u003e1.75 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\" bis_size='{\"x\":472,\"y\":663,\"w\":97,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":885,\"abs_y\":923}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":665,\"w\":93,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":925}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" bis_size='{\"x\":474,\"y\":666,\"w\":76,\"h\":17,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":926}'\u003e2.0–2.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":688,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":948}'\u003eThese measurements are approximate. Minor dimensional differences are normal because each knife is forged, ground, fitted, and finished by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":743,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1003}'\u003eWhat Is the Chinese Vegetable Cleaver Used For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":783,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1043}'\u003eOur Chinese vegetable cleaver has a wide 8.5-inch blade for chopping vegetables, cabbage, fruit, herbs, and boneless meat. Its broad surface also helps transfer chopped ingredients from a cutting board into a pan, tray, or bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":858,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1118}'\u003eThis cleaver is intended for food preparation. Do not use it to chop bones, frozen ingredients, or other hard materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":913,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1173}'\u003eHow Can You Use the Curved Butcher and Slicing Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":953,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1213}'\u003eThe 9-inch curved blade supports smooth trimming and slicing movements. It is suitable for brisket, cooked roasts, poultry, fish, and larger portions of boneless meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1009,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1269}'\u003eIts extended edge provides useful reach for long cuts, while the curved profile supports controlled trimming around the natural shape of an ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1064,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1324}'\u003eWhat Tasks Suit the Hand-Forged Chef Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1104,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1364}'\u003eOur 8-inch chef knife is a versatile blade for chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing. Use it to prepare onions, carrots, potatoes, peppers, fruit, herbs, poultry, and boneless meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1159,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1419}'\u003eThe broad 2.6-inch blade provides useful knuckle clearance and can help move prepared ingredients from the cutting board. Customers who prefer a Damascus steel collection with dedicated boning and paring knives can compare our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/damascus-chef-knife-set-5-piece-rosewood-handle\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1198,\"w\":531,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1458}'\u003e5-piece Damascus chef knife set with rosewood handles\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1253,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1513}'\u003eWhat Makes the Bunka Chef Knife Versatile?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1293,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1553}'\u003eOur 7-inch Bunka chef knife has a wide cutting surface and an angled tip. It supports vegetable preparation, slicing boneless meat, mincing herbs, and completing precise tip cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1368,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1628}'\u003eThe angled tip can assist with scoring, trimming, and detailed preparation, while the broad blade supports controlled chopping. Learn more about this blade profile in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-a-bunka-knife-the-ultimate-guide\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1388,\"w\":547,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1648}'\u003ecomplete Bunka knife guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1443,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1703}'\u003eWhen Should You Use the Utility Kitchen Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1483,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1743}'\u003eThe compact 5.5-inch utility knife is designed for smaller kitchen tasks. Use it for cutting fruit, trimming vegetables, slicing cheese, preparing garnishes, and removing excess fat from boneless meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1558,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1818}'\u003eIts size provides more control than a full-sized chef knife when working with ingredients such as garlic, shallots, chillies, strawberries, citrus fruit, and small blocks of cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1613,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1873}'\u003eCooks who need a bread knife, Santoku knife, and dedicated paring knife can also view our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/damascus-kitchen-knife-set-5-piece-ash-wood-handle\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1632,\"w\":361,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1892}'\u003e5-piece Damascus kitchen knife set with ash wood handles\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1668,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1928}'\u003eWhat Makes the 1095 Carbon Steel Blades Distinctive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1708,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1968}'\u003eEach knife is made from hand-forged 1095 high-carbon steel. This non-stainless steel can take a fine cutting edge and can be sharpened using a suitable whetstone or professional sharpening system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1783,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2043}'\u003eThe blades feature a natural rustic forge finish with hand-ground and polished cutting edges. Slight differences in forge texture, grind lines, blade shape, and dimensions are part of the handmade construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1858,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2118}'\u003eBecause 1095 is high-carbon steel, it requires regular cleaning, immediate drying, and light oiling to help prevent corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1913,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2173}'\u003eHow Are the Rosewood and Resin Handles Finished?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1953,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2213}'\u003eOur handles combine natural rosewood with black resin. Each handle is hand-contoured, sanded, polished, and sealed for a smooth finish suitable for right-handed and left-handed use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2027,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2287}'\u003eStainless-steel pins, a decorative mosaic pin, and a brass-lined lanyard hole complete the handle design. Rosewood grain, resin patterns, shade, and pin placement may vary slightly between knives, making every set unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2102,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2362}'\u003eHow Should You Care for Our Carbon Steel Knives?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2142,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2402}'\u003eHand wash every knife after use and dry the blade immediately. Do not place the knives in a dishwasher or leave food, water, or moisture on the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2197,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2457}'\u003eClean acidic residue from tomatoes, onions, citrus fruit, and similar ingredients quickly. Apply a thin layer of food-safe mineral oil before storage and keep the knives in a dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2272,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2532}'\u003eUse wooden or food-safe plastic cutting boards. Avoid glass, ceramic, stone, and metal surfaces because they can reduce edge sharpness. A natural grey or blue patina may develop over time. This patina is a normal reaction in carbon steel and does not prevent the knife from cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2367,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2627}'\u003eIs Free Shipping Available in the Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2407,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2667}'\u003eYes. We provide free shipping in the Canada with our 5-piece carbon steel knife set. Available delivery details and destination-specific information will be displayed during checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2481,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2741}'\u003eWhy Choose Our Carbon Steel Bunka Knife Set 5 Piece Rosewood Handle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2551,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2811}'\u003eOur Carbon Steel Bunka Knife Set 5 Piece Rosewood Handle combines 5 complementary blade profiles with hand-forged 1095 steel, rustic blade finishes, and hand-contoured rosewood and black resin handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2626,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2886}'\u003eChoose this collection for vegetable preparation, meat slicing, everyday chopping, precision trimming, detailed Bunka tip work, and the individual character of handmade kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Without Engraving","offer_id":47154254414012,"sku":"0214","price":285.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Engraving","offer_id":47154254446780,"sku":"0215","price":315.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/CarbonSteelBunkaKnifeSet5PieceRosewoodHandlerustic_knife_lineup.webp?v=1784489231"},{"product_id":"damascus-kitchen-knife-set-4-piece-texas-flag-handle","title":"Damascus Kitchen Knife Set 4 Piece Texas Flag Handle Collection","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur Damascus Kitchen Knife Set 4 Piece Texas Flag Handle combines 4 hand-forged kitchen knives with distinctive blue, white, and red handles inspired by the Texas flag. The set includes a vegetable cleaver, slicing knife, chef knife, and Santoku knife for chopping, slicing, dicing, mincing, trimming, and everyday food preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach blade is forged from pattern-welded 15N20 and 1095 high-carbon steel. A polished, acid-etched finish reveals the flowing random Damascus pattern, while the Texas star and multicolour handle construction give the collection a recognisable finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Knives Are Included in Our 4-Piece Collection?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur kitchen knife set contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e8-inch Damascus vegetable cleaver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e8-inch Damascus slicing knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e8-inch Damascus chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e7-inch Damascus Santoku knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThese 4 blade profiles cover large vegetable preparation, long slicing cuts, general chopping, and controlled precision work. Customers who prefer a larger collection with boning, utility, and paring knives can compare our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/damascus-chef-knife-set-5-piece-rosewood-handle\"\u003eDamascus chef knife set with rosewood handles\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Are the Estimated Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"mso-cellspacing: 1.5pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eKnife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eVegetable cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e13 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e3.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.8–3.2 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eSlicing knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e13 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e1.7 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.2–2.6 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eChef knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e13 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.4 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.4–2.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 4; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eSantoku knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e7 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e12 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.2–2.6 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThese measurements are approximate. Small differences in blade dimensions, Damascus patterns, handle markings, and finishing details are normal because each knife is forged, ground, polished, and sharpened by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Is the Damascus Vegetable Cleaver Used For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur vegetable cleaver has a wide rectangular blade that provides a large cutting surface and useful knuckle clearance. It works well for chopping vegetables, cabbage, herbs, fruit, cheese, and boneless meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe broad 3.5-inch blade can also help transfer prepared ingredients from a cutting board into a pan, tray, or bowl. This cleaver is intended for food preparation and should not be used on bones, frozen food, or other hard materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHow Can You Use the Damascus Slicing Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Damascus slicing knife has a long, narrow 8-inch blade designed for smooth slicing with reduced resistance. Its profile suits brisket, cooked roasts, poultry, fish, large fruit, and boneless meat portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUse controlled slicing movements instead of heavy downward chopping. The narrower blade width helps the knife move through larger ingredients while reducing unnecessary contact with the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Tasks Suit the Damascus Chef Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur 8-inch chef knife handles common daily preparation tasks, including chopping vegetables, slicing meat, dicing onions and fruit, and mincing garlic or herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIts curved cutting edge supports both straight slicing and rocking movements. The broad blade also provides practical knuckle clearance and helps move chopped ingredients from the cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor additional blade combinations containing a bread knife, utility knife, and paring knife, explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/damascus-kitchen-knife-set-5-piece-ash-wood-handle\"\u003eDamascus kitchen knife set with ash wood handles\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhy Is the Damascus Santoku Knife Versatile?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur 7-inch Santoku knife provides a compact and controlled option for vegetables, herbs, fish, fruit, and boneless meat. It supports slicing, dicing, chopping, and mincing during everyday meal preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe wide blade offers useful cutting-board clearance and can help collect prepared ingredients. Its shorter overall length may suit cooks who prefer more control than a full-sized chef knife provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMore individual kitchen blade profiles are available in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/chef-knives\"\u003echef knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Makes the 15N20 and 1095 Damascus Blades Distinctive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach blade is made from hand-forged, pattern-welded 15N20 and 1095 high-carbon steel. The 15N20 layers create the brighter lines within the pattern, while the 1095 layers form the darker sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe blades are forged, ground, heat-treated, polished, acid-etched, and sharpened by hand. They have a specified hardness of 59–60 HRC, a plain cutting edge, and a suggested edge angle of approximately 15 degrees per side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThese are high-carbon Damascus blades rather than stainless-steel knives. Regular cleaning, drying, and oiling are therefore required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHow Are the Texas Flag Handles Constructed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur Texas Flag handles combine natural camel bone, red pakkawood, and blue pakkawood in a blue, white, and red arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach handle includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStainless-steel bolster and pommel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDecorative stainless-steel Texas star\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStainless-steel handle pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHand-contoured grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSanded, polished, and sealed finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe white section is made from natural camel bone. Grain, shade, and small markings can vary from one handle to another. Red and blue pakkawood provide a consistent colour contrast and improved moisture resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHow Should You Care for Our High-Carbon Damascus Knives?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWash each knife by hand after use and dry it immediately. Do not place the knives in a dishwasher or leave food residue and moisture on the blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eClean acidic residue from tomatoes, onions, citrus fruit, and similar ingredients promptly. Apply a thin layer of food-safe mineral oil before storage to help protect the high-carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUse wooden or food-safe plastic cutting boards. Avoid glass, stone, ceramic, and metal surfaces because they can reduce cutting-edge sharpness. Sharpen the blades with a suitable whetstone or professional sharpening system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIs Free Shipping Available in the USA and Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYes. We offer free shipping in the USA and Canada with our 4-piece Damascus kitchen knife set. Available delivery information and any destination-specific conditions will be displayed during checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhy Choose Our Damascus Kitchen Knife Set 4 Piece Texas Flag Handle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur Damascus Kitchen Knife Set 4 Piece Texas Flag Handle combines 4 practical blade profiles with hand-forged 15N20\/1095 Damascus steel and distinctive Texas-inspired handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChoose this collection for vegetable chopping, brisket slicing, everyday food preparation, controlled Santoku cutting, and a blue, white, and red handle design featuring natural camel bone, coloured pakkawood, and stainless-steel Texas star details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Without Engraving","offer_id":47154258018492,"sku":"0217","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Engraving","offer_id":47154258051260,"sku":"0218","price":380.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/DamascusKitchenKnifeSet4PieceTexasFlagHandlegourmet_knives.webp?v=1784490087"},{"product_id":"damascus-bread-knife-set-5-piece-ash-wood-handle","title":"Damascus Bread Knife Set 5 Piece Ash Wood Handle Collection","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur Damascus Bread Knife Set 5 Piece Ash Wood Handle includes 5 hand-forged kitchen knives for slicing bread, chopping vegetables, dicing fruit, mincing herbs, trimming meat, and completing detailed preparation tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe collection contains a petty utility knife, Santoku knife, serrated bread knife, chef knife, and vegetable cleaver. Each blade features a polished and acid-etched Damascus pattern, while the hand-contoured ash wood handles provide a coordinated natural finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA genuine leather storage roll is included to keep all 5 knives organised at home, in a professional kitchen, or during transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Knives Are Included in Our 5-Piece Collection?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur Damascus kitchen knife set includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e5-inch petty utility knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e7-inch Santoku knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e8-inch serrated bread knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e8-inch chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e7-inch vegetable cleaver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGenuine leather five-knife storage roll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThese complementary blade profiles support large, medium, and detailed food-preparation tasks. Customers can compare more coordinated options in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/kitchen-knives-set\"\u003ekitchen knife sets collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Are the Estimated Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"mso-cellspacing: 1.5pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eKnife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003ePetty utility knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e4.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e9.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e1.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.0–2.4 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eSantoku knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e7 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e12 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.3–2.7 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eSerrated bread knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e13 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e1.8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.2–2.6 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 4;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eChef knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e13 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.3 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.4–2.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 5; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eVegetable cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e7 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e12 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.7 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e2.5–3.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThese measurements are estimated. Small differences in dimensions, blade patterns, handle grain, and finishing details are normal because each knife is produced and finished by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHow Can You Use the Damascus Petty Utility Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur petty utility knife has a compact 5-inch blade for detailed food preparation. It is suitable for peeling fruit, trimming vegetables, slicing cheese, removing excess fat, and preparing smaller ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUse it for foods such as apples, garlic, shallots, chillies, strawberries, citrus fruit, and small cuts of boneless meat. Its shorter blade provides greater control when a full-sized chef knife feels too large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Is the Damascus Santoku Knife Used For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 7-inch Santoku knife is a versatile option for slicing, dicing, chopping, and mincing. Its wide blade works well with vegetables, fish, fruit, fresh herbs, and boneless meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 2.2-inch blade width provides useful knuckle clearance and helps collect prepared ingredients from the cutting board. Its controlled profile suits cooks who prefer a shorter alternative to a traditional chef knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Can You Cut with the Serrated Bread Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur 8-inch Damascus bread knife features a serrated cutting edge that moves through firm crusts and soft interiors with reduced downward pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUse it for bread products such as artisan loaves, baguettes, buns, cakes, and pastries. The serrated edge can also cut tomatoes and other delicate foods without crushing their softer interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCustomers who need a similar combination with exact blade hardness specifications can explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/damascus-kitchen-knife-set-5-piece-ash-wood-handle\"\u003e5-piece Damascus kitchen knife set with ash wood handles\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHow Does the Damascus Chef Knife Support Daily Preparation?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur 8-inch chef knife is the main all-purpose blade in this collection. Its broad profile and curved cutting edge support chopping, slicing, dicing, mincing, and rocking cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUse it to prepare onions, carrots, potatoes, peppers, poultry, boneless meat, melons, parsley, basil, and coriander. The curved edge allows controlled rocking movements when mincing herbs or completing repeated cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Is the Damascus Vegetable Cleaver Designed For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 7-inch vegetable cleaver has a broad 2.7-inch blade for chopping cabbage, vegetables, herbs, fruit, cheese, and boneless meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIts large surface can also help lift chopped ingredients from the cutting board and transfer them into a pan, tray, or bowl. This is a kitchen vegetable cleaver. Do not use it to cut bones, frozen food, or other hard materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor a collection containing a boning knife and traditional cleaver, compare our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/damascus-chef-knife-set-5-piece-rosewood-handle\"\u003e5-piece Damascus chef knife set with rosewood handles\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Makes the Damascus Blades Visually Distinctive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach knife features a hand-forged, pattern-welded Damascus steel blade. Polishing and acid etching reveal a flowing random pattern across the blade surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFour knives use plain cutting edges, while the bread knife has a serrated edge. Each cutting edge is ground by hand for kitchen food preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePattern placement, contrast, grind lines, and surface details may vary between individual knives. These differences form part of the handmade character of the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhy Does Our Knife Set Use Ash Wood Handles?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAsh wood has a visible natural grain and a warm light-brown appearance. Each handle is hand-contoured, sanded, polished, and sealed to create a smooth grip suitable for right-handed and left-handed users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMetal bolsters and decorative dark spacers complete the coordinated handle design. Natural knots, markings, grain direction, and colour variations make every handle visually individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat Features Does the Genuine Leather Roll Provide?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur handcrafted leather roll includes 5 individual knife compartments, adjustable closing straps, metal snap and rivet fittings, and reinforced stitched sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe roll-up design provides organised storage and convenient transportation for home cooks, professional chefs, culinary students, and travelling cooks. It also helps reduce unnecessary contact between the blades and handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlways clean and dry every knife completely before placing it inside the leather roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHow Should You Care for Our Damascus Kitchen Knives?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWash each knife by hand with mild soap and warm water. Dry the blade and ash wood handle immediately after cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDo not place the knives in a dishwasher or leave them soaking in water. Use wooden or food-safe plastic cutting boards instead of glass, ceramic, stone, or metal surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAvoid abrasive cleaners that may affect the polished and acid-etched finish. Use a suitable sharpening system for the 4 plain-edge knives and professional serration maintenance when the bread knife requires sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIs Free Shipping Available in the USA and Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYes. We provide free shipping in the USA and Canada with our 5-piece Damascus bread knife collection. Available delivery details and any location-specific conditions will be displayed during checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhy Choose Our Damascus Bread Knife Set 5 Piece Ash Wood Handle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur Damascus Bread Knife Set 5 Piece Ash Wood Handle combines 5 practical blade profiles with patterned Damascus steel, natural ash wood handles, and a genuine leather storage roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChoose this collection for bread slicing, vegetable chopping, everyday meal preparation, detailed trimming, controlled Santoku cutting, and organised knife storage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Without Engraving","offer_id":47154264113340,"sku":"0219","price":320.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Engraving","offer_id":47154264146108,"sku":"0220","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/DamascusBreadKnifeSet5PieceAshWoodHandle...webp?v=1784491332"},{"product_id":"pine-cone-rasp-steel-ranch-cowboy-knife-full-tang-finger-ring","title":"Pine Cone Rasp Steel Ranch Cowboy Knife | Full Tang Finger Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003eA handmade cowboy knife built for ranch and field work, featuring a rasp steel drop-point blade, a full tang with a finger-ring pommel for cutting control, a resin-cast pine cone handle, and a hand-tooled leather pancake sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":84,\"w\":560,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":344}'\u003eWhy Is Our Rasp Steel Ranch Knife Built for Field Control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":117,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":377}'\u003eOur Handmade Rasp Steel Ranch Knife pairs a full-tang blade with a finger-ring pommel, giving the hand a secure anchor point during repeated cutting, skinning, and field-dressing strokes. The 4-inch drop-point blade is forged from reclaimed farrier's rasp steel, and the handle is a resin-cast pine cone, so the grain pattern inside the resin is unique to each knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":231,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":491}'\u003eThe knife measures approximately 8.5 inches overall. Because rasp steel starts life as a farrier's file, faint file-tooth marks often remain visible along the spine, a small trace of the blade's working history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":306,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":566}'\u003eRiders and ranch hands can browse more working blades in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-rasp-steel-knives\" bis_size='{\"x\":407,\"y\":306,\"w\":63,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":820,\"abs_y\":566}'\u003eRasp Steel\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":342,\"w\":560,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":602}'\u003eWhat Are the Main Specifications of Our Ranch Knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":375,\"w\":560,\"h\":251,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":635}'\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":375,\"w\":560,\"h\":251,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":635}'\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":378,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":638}'\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":378,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":638}'\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":378,\"w\":177,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":638}'\u003eProduct Attribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":378,\"w\":376,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":606,\"abs_y\":638}'\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":402,\"w\":556,\"h\":221,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":662}'\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":402,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":662}'\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":402,\"w\":177,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":662}'\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":402,\"w\":376,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":606,\"abs_y\":662}'\u003eHandmade full-tang ranch\/cowboy knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":427,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":687}'\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":427,\"w\":177,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":687}'\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":427,\"w\":376,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":606,\"abs_y\":687}'\u003eApprox. 8.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":452,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":712}'\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":452,\"w\":177,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":712}'\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":452,\"w\":376,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":606,\"abs_y\":712}'\u003e4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":477,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":737}'\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":477,\"w\":177,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":737}'\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":477,\"w\":376,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":606,\"abs_y\":737}'\u003eRecycled farrier's rasp steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":502,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":762}'\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":502,\"w\":177,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":762}'\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":502,\"w\":376,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":606,\"abs_y\":762}'\u003e59–61 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":526,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":786}'\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":526,\"w\":177,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":786}'\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":526,\"w\":376,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":606,\"abs_y\":786}'\u003eResin-cast pine cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":551,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":811}'\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":551,\"w\":177,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":811}'\u003ePommel feature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":551,\"w\":376,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":606,\"abs_y\":811}'\u003eFinger ring, full tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":576,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":836}'\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":576,\"w\":177,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":836}'\u003eIncluded accessory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":576,\"w\":376,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":606,\"abs_y\":836}'\u003eHand-tooled leather pancake sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":601,\"w\":556,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":861}'\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":14,\"y\":601,\"w\":177,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":427,\"abs_y\":861}'\u003eCustom engraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":601,\"w\":376,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":606,\"abs_y\":861}'\u003eAvailable — name, logo, or message\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":626,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":886}'\u003eThe finger ring at the pommel is the main functional difference from a standard cowboy knife handle, giving extra purchase during skinning and repetitive cutting without changing grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":701,\"w\":560,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":961}'\u003eHow Does the Finger-Ring Pommel Improve Control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":735,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":995}'\u003eOur finger-ring pommel wraps the little finger (or full hand, depending on grip) around the base of the handle, locking the knife in place during forward-and-back cutting motions common in skinning and field dressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":810,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1070}'\u003eThis feature suits tasks including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":845,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1105}'\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":845,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1105}'\u003eField dressing and skinning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":865,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1125}'\u003eRepetitive rope or twine cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":884,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1144}'\u003eBull cutting and ranch chores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":904,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1164}'\u003eExtended cutting sessions where grip fatigue is a concern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":938,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1198}'\u003eBecause the tang is full length, the ring carries real structural strength rather than being a decorative cutout, so it holds up to sustained hand pressure during work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":993,\"w\":560,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1253}'\u003eWhy Does Our Pine Cone Handle Give Each Knife a Unique Look?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1026,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1286}'\u003eOur handle is made by casting a real pine cone in resin, then shaping and polishing the block into a handle. Because every pine cone has its own scale pattern, no two handles come out identical, so the knife you receive is one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1101,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1361}'\u003ePine cone resin handles are naturally on the softer side compared to micarta or G10, which makes them well suited to ranch chores, skinning, and everyday carry, but not to batoning or prying against hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1176,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1436}'\u003eCommon pine cone handle variations include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1211,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1471}'\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1211,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1471}'\u003eResin tone and clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1231,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1491}'\u003eCone scale spacing and pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1251,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1511}'\u003eColor depth around the pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1270,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1530}'\u003eSubtle grain flow through the casting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1304,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1564}'\u003eThese variations are part of the material and are not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1339,\"w\":560,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1599}'\u003eWhich Tasks Can Our Fixed-Blade Ranch Knife Perform?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1373,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1633}'\u003eOur ranch knife is built for daily ranch and field tasks rather than heavy impact work. Main applications include skinning, field dressing, rope and twine cutting, bull cutting, and general ranch carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1448,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1708}'\u003eFixed-blade, full-tang construction means there is no pivot or lock to trap blood, dirt, or hay residue, which keeps the knife easier to clean between chores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1503,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1763}'\u003eFor more on blade roles in the field, see our guide on \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-are-hunting-knives-used-for\" bis_size='{\"x\":344,\"y\":1503,\"w\":201,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":757,\"abs_y\":1763}'\u003ewhat hunting knives are used for\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1538,\"w\":560,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1798}'\u003eHow Does the Leather Pancake Sheath Carry Our Knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1572,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1832}'\u003eOur ranch knife ships with a hand-tooled leather pancake sheath, floral-stamped and finished in a distinct color option. A pancake sheath is a single-panel, open-top design that rides flat against the belt for a quick draw and low-profile carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1647,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1907}'\u003eBefore returning the knife to the sheath:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1682,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1942}'\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1682,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1942}'\u003eRemove visible dirt, blood, or residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1702,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1962}'\u003eDry the blade completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1722,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1982}'\u003eConfirm the sheath is dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1741,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":2001}'\u003eApply a light coat of oil to the blade when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1775,\"w\":560,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2035}'\u003eHow Should You Maintain Our Rasp Steel Blade and Pine Cone Handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1808,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2068}'\u003eRasp steel is high-carbon and reacts to moisture faster than stainless blades, so consistent care matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1863,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2123}'\u003eFollow these 5 care steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1899,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2159}'\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1899,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":2159}'\u003eWipe the blade after every use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1919,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":2179}'\u003eWash with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1938,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":2198}'\u003eDry the blade fully and immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1958,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":2218}'\u003eApply a thin coat of knife oil or food-safe mineral oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1977,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":2237}'\u003eStore the knife in a dry place away from humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2011,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2271}'\u003eWipe the pine cone handle with a barely damp cloth and dry it right away. Avoid soaking it or leaving it in standing water, since the resin casting is not designed for prolonged submersion. A light coat of oil on the handle occasionally helps preserve its finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2086,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2346}'\u003eDo not use the knife for prying or batoning. The pine cone handle and finger ring are built for control and grip, not high-impact work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2141,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2401}'\u003eReaders can compare blade steels in our guide to \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-the-best-steel-for-knives\" bis_size='{\"x\":320,\"y\":2141,\"w\":192,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":733,\"abs_y\":2401}'\u003ewhat is the best steel for knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2177,\"w\":560,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2437}'\u003eCan You Personalize Our Ranch Knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2210,\"w\":560,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2470}'\u003eYes. Custom engraving is available. You can add a name, logo, or short message, suited as a personalized gift for a rancher, hunter, or collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2265,\"w\":560,\"h\":45,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2525}'\u003eWhy Should You Choose Our Rasp Steel Ranch Knife With Pine Cone Handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2322,\"w\":560,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2582}'\u003eChoose our Handmade Rasp Steel Ranch Knife when you want a working cowboy knife with real farrier rasp steel, a control-focused finger-ring pommel, a one-of-a-kind pine cone handle, and a hand-tooled leather pancake sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2397,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2657}'\u003eBrowse more Western-style blades in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-cowboy-knives\" bis_size='{\"x\":268,\"y\":2397,\"w\":93,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":681,\"abs_y\":2657}'\u003eCowboy Knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife with Sheath Only","offer_id":47166997397692,"sku":"BC-424","price":135.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with engraving","offer_id":47166997430460,"sku":"BC-424-1","price":155.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/pancake-leg-sheath-cowboy-field-knife.webp?v=1784798090"},{"product_id":"feather-damascus-gut-hook-knife-with-stag-horn-handle","title":"Feather Damascus Gut Hook Knife with Stag Horn Handle","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA handmade gut hook hunting knife featuring a 4.5-inch feather-pattern Damascus blade with a wire-cutting notch and buck silhouette cutout, a stag horn handle with a horn spacer and brass liners, and a studded leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes This Feather Damascus Blade Different?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur Feather Damascus Gut Hook Hunting Knife carries a distinctive forging pattern that sets it apart from the standard wavy Damascus used across the rest of our gut hook lineup. Instead of the usual random layering, a feather Damascus billet is split lengthwise down the center and welded back together, so the pattern fans outward from a central line like the curve of a bird's feather, rather than running in loose waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt 9 inches overall with a 4.5-inch blade, it's built for field dressing with a bit more reach than our compact 8-inch gut hook models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBrowse similar working blades in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/gut-hook-knives\"\u003eGut Hook Knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Do the Gut Hook and Wire Notch Work Together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe gut hook on the spine lets a hunter open the hide along the belly in one controlled pull, keeping the cut shallow and lowering the risk of nicking the stomach or intestines. The wire notch sits just below it and gives a dedicated edge for cutting wire, rope, or fencing, the same working idea used on our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-bull-cutter-knives\"\u003eBull Cutter Knives\u003c\/a\u003e, so the main edge stays reserved for skinning and finer work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is the Buck Medallion Cutout on the Blade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA circular medallion is cut directly into the blade face, carrying a buck silhouette. It's a decorative detail on an otherwise working blade and doesn't affect the gut hook, wire notch, or main cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandmade fixed-blade gut hook hunting knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e9 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFeather-pattern Damascus steel (15N20\/1095)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e56–58 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGut hook with wire-cutting notch and buck medallion cutout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNatural stag horn with horn spacer and brass liners\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTang construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIncluded accessory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eStudded leather sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCustom engraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAvailable — name, logo, or message\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Choose a Stag Horn Handle for This Knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStag horn is a traditional choice for field and skinning knives, valued for a naturally textured surface that grips well even when hands are wet or bloody from field dressing. On this knife, the horn scales are set off by a dark horn spacer and brass liners at the guard, adding contrast against the mottled natural coloring of the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBeing a natural material, its color and grain vary from piece to piece, so no two handles look exactly alike. It also contains natural moisture and can dry out or crack over time if neglected, so a light oiling once or twice a year helps keep it stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCommon variations across stag horn handles include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSurface texture and mottling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNatural coloring, from pale cream to darker weathered tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGrain density along the handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThese are natural characteristics and not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Does the Studded Leather Sheath Carry This Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe sheath uses a riveted belt loop with snap closures rather than the tooled or engraved finishes on our other sheaths, giving it a plainer, more utilitarian look suited to daily field carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhich Tasks Can This Hunting Knife Perform?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBuilt for field dressing, skinning, and incidental cutting tasks like wire or cordage, with slightly more blade length than our compact gut hook models for a fuller cutting stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eExplore related knives in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003eHunting Knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Should You Maintain the Blade and Handle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDamascus is high-carbon and reacts to moisture faster than stainless steel, so consistent care matters, especially around the gut hook and wire notch where residue can collect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFollow these 5 care steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWipe the blade after every use, including the gut hook and notch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWash with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDry the blade fully and immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eApply a thin coat of knife oil to prevent surface rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStore the knife in a dry place away from humidity, separate from the sheath if the blade is still damp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBeing a natural material, the stag horn handle benefits from a light coat of mineral oil once or twice a year to prevent drying or cracking. The gut hook needs a small round file or curved sharpener rather than a flat stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFollow our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e for the main edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eCan You Personalize This Hunting Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. Custom engraving is available, with a name, logo, or short message, making it a fitting gift for a hunter or collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Choose Our Feather Damascus Gut Hook Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChoose this knife when you want a feather-pattern Damascus blade that's visually distinct from our standard Damascus gut hook knives, a gut hook and wire notch on one edge, and a natural stag horn handle built for wet, working conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCompare it with other field-ready blades in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003eHunting Knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47215901835452,"sku":"GHK-005","price":190.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47215901868220,"sku":"GHK-005-1","price":210.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/gut_hook_knife_with_sheath.png?v=1785448495"},{"product_id":"d2-full-tang-hunting-knife-lacewood","title":"Ridgeback D2 Full Tang Hunting Knife | Lacewood Handle | Damascus Guard","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRidgeback D2 Full Tang Hunting Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\" title=\"Hunting Knives Collection\"\u003ehunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e in this size run a spine around 3mm. The Ridgeback carries 5 to 6mm of D2 tool steel, close to double, ground into a 7.25 inch stonewashed clip point with a raised spine ridge. It was built for the hunter who packs one blade for the whole trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHidden full tang\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade steel runs the complete length of the lacewood handle, hidden inside the wood and pinned through the pommel with brass. Full tang strength with no exposed steel, which means the knife takes batoning, pommel taps, and lateral load, and your hand never meets a cold steel spine in November.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eD2 tool steel, stonewashed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel. It holds an edge far longer than plain carbon steel and resists rust better, though it is semi-stainless rather than fully stainless, so a wipe and a light oil now and then keeps it right. The stonewash finish hides field scratches and fingerprints instead of showing them off. If you are weighing steel options for a hunter, our guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/damascus-vs-carbon-steel-which-is-better-for-a-hunting-knife\" title=\"Damascus vs Carbon Steel for a Hunting Knife\"\u003eDamascus versus carbon steel for hunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e lays out the honest tradeoffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLacewood handle and Damascus guard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5 inch handle is lacewood, with that flecked grain the wood is named for, secure in the hand wet or dry and richer in colour every season you carry it. The guard is hand-forged Damascus, its own pattern on every knife, so no two of these come out the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 12.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 7.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Thickness: 5 to 6mm spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Material: D2 tool steel, stonewashed finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Material: Lacewood, 5 inches, brass pommel pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTang: Hidden full tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuard: Hand-forged Damascus steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheath: Handmade leather with embossed panels and button strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe sheath\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Ridgeback ships in a handmade leather sheath with embossed snake-texture panels, a brass button retention strap, and a belt loop, stitched to fit this exact blade and ready to carry out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHonest note on what it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the heavy end of our hunting line. If you want something lighter and nimbler for dressing and skinning only, the semi-tang \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/d2-damascus-semi-tang-hunting-knife\" title=\"SK-040 D2 Semi Tang Hunting Knife\"\u003eSK-040\u003c\/a\u003e shares the same lacewood and Damascus guard in a smaller package. If you want the blade that also splits kindling and handles camp work, this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade by hand in Canada\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have forged at Stag Steel Knives since 2001, and every knife is ground, heat-treated, and finished by hand in our New Brunswick shop. The Ridgeback sits in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/d2-steel-hunting-knives\" title=\"D2 Steel Hunting Knives Collection\"\u003eD2 steel hunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection alongside the rest of our tool steel builds. Custom engraving available for $20 CAD, added at checkout with your text in the order notes. Free shipping across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Without Engraving","offer_id":47230660706492,"sku":"SK-047-11","price":245.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Engraving","offer_id":47230660739260,"sku":"SK-047-1","price":265.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/ridgeback-d2-hunting-knife-beside-leather-sheath..jpg?v=1785774835"},{"product_id":"prairie-rose-damascus-cowboy-knife-pink-turquoise-handle","title":"Prairie Rose Cowboy Knife | Pink Turquoise Handle | Damascus Blade with Pancake Sheath","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA handmade Western cowboy knife with an 8 inch overall length, a 4 inch hand-forged Damascus drop point, a solid brass bolster, pink turquoise composite scales with black matrix veining, and a black leather pancake sheath with basket weave-tooled pink inlay panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes This a Cowboy Knife Rather Than a Hunter?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe proportions tell you. A cowboy knife runs a shorter, finer-tipped blade than a dedicated hunter, sized for the tasks that fill a working day on horseback rather than one job done twice a season. Cutting baler twine, trimming latigo, opening feed sacks, working leather, and light meat work all suit a blade that turns quickly in the hand. At 8 inches overall on a 4 inch drop point, the Prairie Rose sits in the same working envelope as the rest of our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-buckaroo-knives\"\u003ebuckaroo knives\u003c\/a\u003e, close enough to compare directly against the antler horn edition if you want a natural handle instead of stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe brass bolster carries a sculpted concave scallop where your index finger sits, giving you a choked-up grip for fine work without a full crossguard getting in the way. See how the pattern sits against the rest of the family in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-cowboy-knives\"\u003ecowboy knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow Does the Damascus Pattern Differ From Our Feather and Ladder Blades?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe billet here is folded and drawn to a dense random wave, the traditional pattern and the one most people picture when they hear Damascus. Layers run in loose flowing bands the length of the blade instead of fanning from a centre line the way a feather billet does. Etching brings the contrast up between the two steels so the pattern reads clearly even at arm's length, and no two billets draw out the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe pairing is 15N20 and 1095, nickel-bearing steel forge-welded to high carbon and hardened to 58 to 60 HRC. Bright layers against dark, and an edge that holds through rope, hide, and feed sack work. For the full lineage of the pattern, read our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/handmade-cowboy-knives-the-complete-guide-to-types\"\u003ehandmade cowboy knives guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhy a Brass Bolster Instead of a Steel Guard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBrass has been the Western standard since the frontier era for two reasons that still hold. Weight sits forward of the grip, balancing a short blade so the edge tracks where you point it, and brass takes a patina rather than rusting, so the fitting ages instead of failing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe bolster on the Prairie Rose is fitted flush to the scales with no gap at the seam, then hand-polished. Expect it to dull to a warm gold over the first season of carry, which is normal and comes back with a soft cloth. Similar fittings run through our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-bull-cutter-knives\"\u003ebull cutter knives\u003c\/a\u003e line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandmade fixed-blade cowboy knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHand-forged 15N20\/1095 Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e58–60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDrop point, buckaroo profile, etched finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSolid polished brass, scalloped finger relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePink turquoise composite (dyed stone) with black matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTwo nickel-silver pins, brass-lined lanyard eyelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTang construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlack pancake leather, basketweave-tooled pink inlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEngraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOptional blade personalization, $20 CAD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is the Pink Turquoise Handle Actually Made Of?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWorth being straight about, because plenty of sellers are not. Turquoise does not occur in pink anywhere in nature. Pink stone scales sold across the knife trade are howlite or magnesite, both soft porous white minerals with natural grey to black veining, dyed and then stabilized with resin for use as handle material. What you get is genuine stone with genuine matrix veining, coloured. Nobody is passing a mined pink turquoise deposit around, and any shop claiming one is selling you a story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe practical upshot is a handle that behaves like polished stone rather than wood or horn. Cool to the touch, non-porous once stabilized, completely unaffected by blood, water, or humidity, and it will never crack from drying out the way natural stag horn can. The trade-off is hardness. Stone composite chips if you drop the knife onto concrete, where a wood or micarta handle would shrug it off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eVariation you should expect between individual knives:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDensity and direction of the black matrix webbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDepth of pink, from bright fuchsia to a softer rose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePlacement of veining relative to the pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery slab is cut from a different piece of stone, so the knife photographed is the knife shipped. Nothing here is a remake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow Does the Pancake Sheath Carry?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA pancake is two panels of leather stitched around a welt with belt slots cut through both, so the sheath lies flat against the hip instead of hanging off it. Riding flat means the knife stays out of the way in the saddle and does not swing when you walk. The slot spacing sets the carry angle, and the angle here suits crossdraw wear forward of the hip on your off side, reachable seated. Retention comes from the wet-moulded fit around the bolster rather than a strap, so the draw is clean one-handed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe face carries hand-stamped basketweave tooling on pink inlay panels, framed by black leather with contrast white saddle stitching. Basketweave is the traditional Western stamp, the same pattern you see on tack and saddle leather, worked over damp vegetable-tanned hide before dyeing. Every panel is stamped by hand, so the weave lines will not align identically across two sheaths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhich Tasks Suit This Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRanch and range utility first. Twine and cordage, leather and latigo work, feed sacks, light butchering, camp food prep, and detail cutting where a longer blade would be clumsy. The 4 inch drop point and forward balance also make it a capable small-game and skinning knife, though for whole-carcass work you would be better served by something with more belly from our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/skinning-knives\"\u003eskinning knives\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHonest Note on Who Should Buy This One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Prairie Rose is a dress cowboy knife. Built to work, finished to be looked at. If you want the same 8 inch buckaroo pattern in a natural material that ages with you, the antler horn edition is the one to take. If you want the Western look at a lower price and are happy in rasp steel rather than Damascus, the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-rasp-steel-knives\"\u003erasp steel\u003c\/a\u003e builds run $130 to $137. If you want real Western presence in a blade that still cuts properly, whether for yourself, a rodeo gift, or a collection, the Prairie Rose earns its place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow Should You Care for the Blade and Handle?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDamascus is high-carbon and reacts to moisture faster than stainless, so the routine matters more than it would on a production knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWipe the blade down after every use, particularly after contact with blood, salt, or acidic food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWash by hand with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth when needed. Never put the knife in a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDry the blade, bolster, and handle fully and immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eApply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil or knife oil to the blade before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStore in a dry place away from humidity, and never leave a damp blade inside the sheath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe stone handle needs no oiling, unlike horn or wood. Keep it away from acetone, bleach, and abrasive cleaners, which can dull the resin or lift the dye, and wipe it with a damp cloth only. A little patina on the steel is normal and even protective. When the edge needs bringing back, follow our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e and keep the stone off the bolster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eCan You Personalize It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. Custom engraving is available for $20 CAD, added at checkout, with your text entered in the engraving instructions field. Names, initials, ranch brands, and dates all work, up to roughly 20 characters etched on the blade flat. For anything beyond text, such as a different handle colour or a matching sheath in alternate tooling, get in touch through our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003ecustom knife request form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eMade by Hand in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStag Steel Knives has been forging since 2001, and every blade is hammered, ground, heat-treated, and finished by hand in our New Brunswick shop, with the leather cut and stamped in-house to fit each individual knife. Free shipping across Canada and the United States. Compare the Prairie Rose against the rest of the range in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-trapper-knives\"\u003etrapper knives\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\"\u003eDamascus hunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47252554547388,"sku":"BC-435","price":165.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47252554580156,"sku":"BC-435-1","price":185.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/damascus-cowboy-knife-full-profile-pink-handle.webp?v=1786203557"},{"product_id":"blue-rasp-steel-cowboy-knife-pine-cone-resin-handle","title":"Blue Roan Rasp Steel Cowboy Knife | Pine Cone Resin Handle | Tooled Pancake Sheath","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eA handmade Western cowboy knife with an 8 inch overall length, a 4 inch rasp steel drop point that keeps the original file teeth across the flat, blue pine cone resin scales, and a hand-tooled basketweave pancake sheath cut for crossdraw carry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhat Makes This a Cowboy Knife Rather Than a Hunter?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe proportions tell you. A cowboy knife runs a shorter, finer-tipped blade than a dedicated hunter, sized for the jobs that fill a working day rather than one task done twice a season. Baler twine, latigo, feed sacks, wire wraps, and light meat work all suit a blade that turns quickly in the hand. At 8 inches overall on a 4 inch drop point, the Blue Roan sits in the same working envelope as the rest of our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-cowboy-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ecowboy knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e, built to the same pattern as the Damascus editions but priced as a knife you will actually put to work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThere is no separate bolster on this one. The choil is cut straight into the steel ahead of the scales, giving you a forward finger position for detail cutting without adding a fitting that can loosen. Less to go wrong on a knife that lives on a belt. Compare the pattern across our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-buckaroo-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ebuckaroo knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhat Is Rasp Steel, and Why Keep the Teeth?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eRasp steel starts life as a farrier's rasp, the coarse file used to shape a horse's hoof. Farriers wear them out on the job and retire them, and the stock underneath is high-carbon tool steel that forges and hardens beautifully. Every Blue Roan blade begins as one of those retired rasps, heated, drawn out, ground, and heat-treated in our shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe triangular teeth across the upper flat are the original file pattern, left in deliberately. Grinding them away would be easier and would cost us nothing, but the teeth are the proof of where the steel came from. The cutting edge and the belly are ground fully smooth and mirror-polished, so the texture never touches your work. Nothing about the teeth affects the cut. See the rest of the family in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-rasp-steel-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003erasp steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHow Does Rasp Steel Compare to Damascus and D2?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eRasp is plain high carbon, hardened to 58 to 60 HRC. Where D2 buys you wear resistance and Damascus buys you the layered pattern, rasp buys you two different things: it takes a screaming edge off a simple stone, and it costs less than either. The trade is corrosion. Rasp will spot faster than D2 and about as fast as carbon Damascus if you leave it wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eSharpening is where rasp earns its keep. A field stone brings the edge back in a few passes, no diamond plate required, which is the practical difference between a knife you maintain and a knife you keep meaning to send out. For the wider comparison, read our guide on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-the-best-steel-for-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003echoosing the best steel for knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e Specification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHandmade fixed-blade cowboy knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e8 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHandle length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlade material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eFarrier rasp steel, high carbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e58–60 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlade style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eDrop point, mirror polished with retained file teeth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlade features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eCut choil, no bolster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlue pine cone resin, cast and stabilized\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eFittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eTwo nickel-silver pins, brass-lined lanyard eyelet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eTang construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eFull tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eTooled leather pancake, basketweave centre with sunburst border\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eCarry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eCrossdraw, two belt slots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eEngraving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eOptional blade personalization, $20 CAD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhat Is a Pine Cone Resin Handle?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eReal pine cones, sectioned and cast into pigmented resin, then cut into scales and stabilized. The blue takes the resin and the cone scales stay \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003etheir natural brown and gold, so the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003epattern that comes out is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ecross-section of an actual cone, not a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eprint or a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003emould. Every cone sits differently in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethe block, which means the swirl \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003erunning down your handle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eexists on exactly one knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ematerial behaves like a hard polymer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eonce cured. Grippy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewhen wet, unaffected by blood or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ehumidity, and it will never dry out or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ecrack the way stag horn and natural \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewood can. The honest limitation is heat \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eimpact. Keep it out of a hot vehicle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003edash in July, and understand that resin \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewill chip \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eon a hard drop where micarta or G10 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewould only scuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eVariation you should \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eexpect between individual knives:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhich part of the cone is showing, tip, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003emid-section, or base\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eDensity of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ebrown \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003escales against the blue field\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eDepth \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eof colour, from a deep denim to a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003elighter slate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe knife photographed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eis the knife shipped. No two blocks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003epour the same, and nothing here is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eremake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHow Does the Pancake Sheath \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eCarry?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eA pancake is two panels of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eleather stitched around a welt with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ebelt slots cut through both, so the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003esheath lies flat against the hip \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003einstead of hanging off it. Riding flat \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ekeeps the knife out of the way when you \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eare seated, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003emounted, or driving, and stops it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eswinging when you walk. The slot angle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ehere is cut for crossdraw wear forward \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eof the hip on your off side, so you can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ereach it without standing up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe face is hand-tooled in a diagonal basketweave through the centre panel, framed with a sunburst border and finished in a cognac oil dye with contrast cream saddle stitching. Basketweave is the traditional Western stamp, the same pattern that runs across saddle and tack leather, worked one impression at a time over damp vegetable-tanned hide before dyeing. Every panel is stamped by hand, so the weave will not align identically across two sheaths. Retention comes from the moulded fit rather than a strap, so the draw is clean one-handed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhich Tasks Suit This Knife?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eRanch and range utility first. Twine, cordage, latigo and leather work, feed sacks, camp food prep, and detail cutting where a longer blade is clumsy. The 4 inch drop point handles small game and skinning well enough for a day in the field. For whole-carcass work you want more belly, which is what our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/skinning-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eskinning knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e range is for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eUnderstand what it is not. Rasp steel at working hardness is a cutting knife, not a pry bar or a batoning blade. Use it laterally and you will find the limit of any 4 inch high-carbon blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHonest Note on Who Should Buy This One\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe Blue Roan is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eworking end of our cowboy line. Same \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003epattern, same leather, less money, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ea steel that wants \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ea wipe-down instead of a polish cloth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eIf you want the same 8 inch cowboy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eknife in a blade you will hang on a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewall \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eas often as you carry it, the Damascus \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eeditions run $145 to $165 and give you \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethe layered pattern \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethis one does not have. If you want a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eknife you will not think twice about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eusing on a wet day and can sharpen on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewhatever stone is in the truck, take \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethis one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHow Should You Care for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethe Blade and Handle?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eRasp steel is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eplain high carbon with no chromium, so \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003emoisture is the only real enemy. Five \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003esteps and it will outlast you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWipe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethe blade down after every use, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eespecially after blood, salt, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003esap, or acidic food.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWash by hand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewith mild soap, warm water, and a soft \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ecloth. Never a dishwasher.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eDry the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eblade fully and immediately, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003epay attention to the file teeth, where \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eresidue collects.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eApply a thin coat \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eof food-safe mineral oil or knife oil \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ebefore storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eStore dry and out of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethe sheath long term, since leather \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eholds moisture against steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eA grey \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003epatina will develop across the flats \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewith use. Normal, and mildly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eprotective. Orange spotting is not, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ecomes back off with oil and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003enon-scratch pad. The resin handle needs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003enothing at all, no oiling, though the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eleather sheath benefits from a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003econditioner once a year. When the edge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003edulls, a fine stone or ceramic rod \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003erestores it in a few passes, and our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e covers the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eangle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eCan You Personalize It?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eYes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e Custom engraving is $20 CAD, added at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003echeckout, with your text entered in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eengraving instructions field. Names, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003einitials, ranch brands, and dates all \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ework, up to roughly 20 characters \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eetched on the polished flat below the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eteeth. For a different resin colour or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ealternate sheath tooling, get in touch \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethrough our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ecustom knife request form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eMade by Hand in Canada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eStag Steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eKnives has been forging since 2001, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eevery blade is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003edrawn out, ground, heat-treated, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003efinished by hand in our New Brunswick \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eshop, with the leather cut, stamped, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003edyed, and stitched in-house \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eto fit each individual knife. Free \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eshipping across Canada and the United \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eStates. Compare the Blue Roan against \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethe rest of the range in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-bull-cutter-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ebull cutter knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-trapper-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003etrapper knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47252560937148,"sku":"BC-434","price":165.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47252560969916,"sku":"BC-434-1","price":185.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/rasp-steel-cowboy-knife-pine-cone-handle.webp?v=1786204226"},{"product_id":"buckaroo-knife-damascus-blade-bone-handle-with-turquoise-spacer","title":"Cottonwood Buckaroo Knife | Damascus Blade | Bone Handle with Turquoise Spacer","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA handmade buckaroo waist knife with a 7 inch overall length, a 3.25 inch hand-forged Damascus spear point, a natural bone handle with a turquoise spacer and leather thong, and a hand-tooled floral leather pouch sheath cut for belt carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is a Buckaroo Knife, and How Is It Different From a Cowboy Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe name comes from the vaquero tradition of California and the Great Basin, where riders took pride in gear that looked as good as it worked. A buckaroo knife is the slimmer, more refined end of the Western fixed blade family, carried on the belt for daily utility rather than heavy ranch labour. Narrower blade, more tapered geometry, and handle materials chosen for looks as much as grip. Browse the full range in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-buckaroo-knives\"\u003ebuckaroo knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Cottonwood takes that idea to its lightest point. At 7 inches overall on a 3.25 inch blade, it is the smallest fixed blade we make, sized to sit on a belt all day without announcing itself. Where the heavier patterns in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-cowboy-knives\"\u003ecowboy knives\u003c\/a\u003e line are built for the whole day's work, the Cottonwood is built for the fifty small cuts that fill it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Does a Narrow Blade Cut Differently?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThin stock and a narrow profile move through material with less resistance than a wide belly, which is why a slim blade feels sharper than it measures. Less steel behind the edge means less wedging, so cutting cord, hide, twine, and food takes less force and gives you more feel for what the tip is doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe trade is leverage. A narrow spear point has no belly to roll through a long skinning stroke and no width to survive a pry. Precision work is what the shape is for, and asking it to do a wide blade's job is how narrow blades break. If you want the wider profile in the same tradition, the antler horn edition runs 8 inches on a 4 inch blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Damascus Is the Blade, and What Pattern Is It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHand-forged 15N20 and 1095, the same pairing that runs through our whole carbon Damascus line, hardened to 58 to 60 HRC. Nickel-bearing 15N20 forge-welds to high-carbon 1095, and etching brings the two apart into the bright and dark banding you see across the flat. On a blade this narrow the layers compress tighter than they do on a bowie, so the pattern reads finer and more rippled than it would on wide stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery billet draws out differently, so the wave running down your blade is unique to the one knife. For the wider background, read our guide on \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-is-damascus-steel-made\"\u003ehow Damascus steel is made\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandmade fixed-blade buckaroo waist knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e3.25 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e3.75 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHand-forged 15N20\/1095 Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e58–60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSlim spear point, flat ground, etched finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone, clean transition at the spacer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNatural bone, polished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSpacer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTurquoise inlay band at the blade end\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSingle pin, lanyard hole with leather thong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTang construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHand-tooled leather pouch, floral oak leaf pattern, two belt slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEngraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOptional blade personalization, $20 CAD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Bone Instead of Horn or Resin?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBone has been the Western handle material since long before resin existed, and it earns its place on a knife this size. Light enough that the balance stays forward on the blade where you want it on a small cutter, hard enough to polish to a smooth cream finish, and warm in the hand in a way steel and stone are not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNatural bone carries its own character. Fine grey grain lines, occasional darker flecks, and small pores are all part of the material rather than defects, and they mean no two handles come out looking the same. Honest limitation: bone is porous and will dry over a span of years if it lives in dry indoor heat, so a wipe of mineral oil once or twice a year keeps it from checking. Bone also takes stains from prolonged contact with blood or oil, which is character to some owners and a nuisance to others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eExpect variation between individual knives in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDensity and direction of the natural grain lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eShade, from bright cream to a warmer ivory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePlacement of small natural pores across the polished face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe turquoise spacer at the blade end is cut and fitted by hand, so the band width varies slightly knife to knife. Compare it against the horn and stone options in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-trapper-knives\"\u003etrapper knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Does the Tooled Pouch Sheath Carry?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA pouch sheath wraps the whole handle rather than just the blade, so the knife sits deep and stays put without a strap. Two belt slots cut through the back panel let it ride flat and roughly horizontal on the belt, which keeps a small knife from working its way loose as you move and puts the handle where your hand naturally falls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe face carries hand-tooled floral work in the oak leaf pattern, a traditional Western motif worked one impression at a time over damp vegetable-tanned hide, finished in a russet oil dye with contrast white saddle stitching. Every panel is stamped by hand, so no two sheaths carry an identical layout. The leather thong through the lanyard hole gives you a finger loop for the draw, useful on a handle this short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhich Tasks Suit This Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePrecision and everyday utility. Twine, cord, tape, packaging, tack repair, whittling, food prep at camp, caping and detail cuts on small game, and the general run of small jobs that a folder handles badly and a big fixed blade handles clumsily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUnderstand the limits plainly. No batoning, no prying, no chopping, and no whole-carcass field dressing. For those, our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/skinning-knives\"\u003eskinning knives\u003c\/a\u003e range gives you the belly and the mass this knife deliberately does not have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHonest Note on Who Should Buy This One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Cottonwood is a gentleman's buckaroo. Small, dressy, and genuinely useful, but it is the least knife in our Western line by weight and capability, and that is on purpose. If you want one Western fixed blade that will do everything from twine to light meat work, take the 8 inch antler horn edition at $165 or the pink turquoise \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/prairie-rose-damascus-cowboy-knife-pink-turquoise-handle\"\u003ePrairie Rose\u003c\/a\u003e at $145. If you want a working knife you will not baby, the rasp steel builds start at $130. Take the Cottonwood if you want something slim enough to carry every day, handsome enough to hand over as a gift, and honest enough to actually cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Should You Care for the Blade and Handle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDamascus is high-carbon and reacts to moisture faster than stainless, and natural bone wants a little attention of its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWipe the blade down after every use, especially after blood, salt, sap, or acidic food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWash by hand with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth. Never a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDry the blade, spacer, and handle fully and immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eApply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil or knife oil to the blade before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStore dry and out of the sheath long term, since leather holds moisture against steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGive the bone a light rub of mineral oil once or twice a year to stop it drying and checking, the same treatment natural horn wants. Keep the turquoise spacer away from solvents. A grey patina on the steel is normal and mildly protective, while orange spotting comes back off with oil and a non-scratch pad. When the edge dulls, a fine stone brings a blade this size back in a couple of minutes, and our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eCan You Personalize It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. Custom engraving is $20 CAD, added at checkout, with your text entered in the engraving instructions field. On a 3.25 inch blade the practical limit is about 15 characters, so initials, a ranch brand, or a date work better here than a full name and message. For a different handle material or alternate sheath tooling, get in touch through our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003ecustom knife request form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eMade by Hand in Canada\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStag Steel Knives has been forging since 2001, and every blade is drawn out, ground, heat-treated, and finished by hand in our New Brunswick shop, with the leather cut, tooled, dyed, and stitched in-house to fit each individual knife. Free shipping across Canada and the United States. Compare the Cottonwood against the rest of the range in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-bull-cutter-knives\"\u003ebull cutter knives\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\"\u003eDamascus hunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47252585087164,"sku":"BC-437","price":160.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47252585119932,"sku":"BC-437-1","price":180.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/mall_fixed-blade_knife_with_a_patterned_steel_blade_and_white_handle.webp?v=1786921745"},{"product_id":"ponderosa-cowboy-knife-green-pine-cone-handle-damascus-blade","title":"Ponderosa Cowboy Knife | Green Pine Cone Handle | Damascus Blade with Crossdraw Sheath","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eA handmade Western cowboy knife with an 8 inch overall length, a 4 inch hand-forged Damascus drop point, a deep-scalloped brass bolster, green pine cone resin scales, and a black leather crossdraw pancake sheath with green and gold tooled inlay panels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhat Makes This a Cowboy Knife Rather Than a Hunter?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eReach and turn radius. A hunter is built around one job done a few times a season, so it carries length and belly for skinning a carcass end to end. A cowboy knife is built around forty small jobs a day, so it stays short enough to turn in the hand and fine enough at the tip to get into a knot, a stitch, or a wire wrap. Baler twine, latigo, feed sacks, tack repair, and light meat work all sit inside that envelope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eAt 8 inches overall on a 4 inch drop point, the Ponderosa is the full working pattern in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-cowboy-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ecowboy knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e line rather than the slimmer buckaroo waist knives. Enough blade to pull a real cutting stroke, short enough to live on a belt without fighting you every time you sit down.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhat Does 58 to 60 HRC Actually Mean for a Working Knife?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eRockwell hardness is a measure of how far the steel resists denting, and the number matters less on its own than what it trades. Below about 56 a blade rolls its edge under load and needs steeling constantly. Above about 62 the edge stops rolling and starts chipping instead, and chips do not come back with a stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHardened to 58 to 60 HRC, the Ponderosa sits in the range that working knives have used for a century. Hard enough to hold an edge through a day of rope, hide, and cardboard without steeling, soft enough that if you hit a staple the edge deforms rather than breaking out. The pairing is 15N20 and 1095, nickel-bearing steel forge-welded to high carbon, folded and etched into the fine wave pattern running the length of the flat, and no billet draws out the same twice. For the wider background, read our guide on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/why-are-handmade-damascus-knives-so-expensive\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewhy handmade Damascus knives cost more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhy a Deep-Scalloped Brass Bolster?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe concave cut on the underside of the bolster is not decoration. Cutting that scallop moves the finger groove forward of the scales and onto the metal, which lets you choke right up against the ricasso for detail work while still keeping your hand clear of the edge. On a 4 inch blade, a full crossguard would only get in the way, so the bolster does the guard's job in half the space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBrass earns its place for the same two reasons it has since the frontier era. Weight sits forward of the grip so a short blade tracks where you point it, and brass patinas instead of rusting, so the fitting ages rather than failing. Expect it to dull to a warm gold over the first season, which a soft cloth brings straight back. Similar fittings run through our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-bull-cutter-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ebull cutter knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\" style=\"width: 99.9972%; height: 313.437px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e Specification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHandmade fixed-blade cowboy knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e8 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHandle length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlade material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHand-forged 15N20\/1095 Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e58–60 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlade style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eDrop point, fine wave pattern, etched finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBolster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eSolid polished brass, deep concave finger scallop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eGreen pine cone resin, cast and stabilized\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eFittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eTwo brass pins, brass-lined lanyard eyelet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1797px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 39.1797px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eTang construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 39.1797px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eFull tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eBlack leather crossdraw pancake, green and gold tooled inlay panels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eCarry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eMulti-slot, adjustable angle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.1178%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eEngraving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 77.145%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eOptional blade personalization, $20 CAD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhat Is Green Pine Cone Resin?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eReal pine cones, sectioned and cast into pigmented resin under pressure, then cut into scales and stabilized. The emerald is the resin and the copper-brown lattice running through it is the actual cone, sliced across its length so you see the individual scales fanning out from the core. Nothing here is printed, moulded, or a repeating pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhere the stone composite scales on our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/prairie-rose-damascus-cowboy-knife-pink-turquoise-handle\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ePrairie Rose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e are cold, heavy, and mineral, pine cone resin is warm to the touch, noticeably lighter, and organic in the hand. Lighter scales also shift the balance forward onto the blade, which suits a knife used for pulling cuts. Grippy when wet, unaffected by blood or humidity, and it will never dry out or crack the way stag horn and natural wood can.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe honest limitation is heat and impact. Resin softens in sustained high heat, so keep it off a dashboard in July, and it will chip on a hard drop where micarta or G10 would only scuff. Expect variation between individual knives in which part of the cone shows, how dense the copper lattice runs against the green field, and the depth of colour from deep forest to a lighter jade. Every block pours differently, so the knife photographed is the knife shipped.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHow Does the Crossdraw Pancake Sheath Carry?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eA pancake is two panels of leather stitched around a welt with belt slots cut through both, so the sheath lies flat against the hip instead of hanging off it. Riding flat keeps the knife out of the way when you are seated, mounted, or driving, and stops it swinging as you walk. Retention comes from the moulded fit around the bolster rather than a strap, so the draw is clean one-handed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe Ponderosa sheath is cut with more than one slot pair, which is the part \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eworth knowing. Threading your belt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethrough the outer pair carries the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eknife at a shallow crossdraw angle, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eforward of the hip on your off side and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ereachable seated. Threading the inner \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003epair steepens the angle toward vertical \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003efor standing work. Same sheath, two \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ecarry positions, no \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eextra hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe face is worked in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ea diamond lattice with sunburst \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003erosettes at the intersections, dyed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003egreen and gold, then set into black \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eleather with contrast white saddle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003estitching. Every panel is stamped one \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eimpression at a time over damp \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003evegetable-tanned hide before dyeing, so \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethe lattice will not align identically \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eacross two sheaths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWhich Tasks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eSuit This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eKnife?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eRanch and range utility first. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eTwine, cordage, latigo and leather \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ework, feed sacks, wire wraps, camp food \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eprep, and detail cutting where a longer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eblade is clumsy. The 4 inch drop point \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eand forward balance also handle small \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003egame and skinning well enough for a day \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ein the field, though for whole-carcass \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ework you want more belly from our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/skinning-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eskinning knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003erange.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eUnderst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eand the limits. A 4 inch high-carbon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eblade at working hardness is a cutting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eknife, not a pry bar or a batoning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eblade. Use it laterally and you will \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003efind the limit of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethe steel long before you find the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003elimit of the tang.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHonest Note on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWho Should Buy This One\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThree knives \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ein this line share the same 8 inch \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003epattern and the same brass \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ebolster, so the choice comes down to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethe handle. Green pine cone resin, on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethis knife, is the lightest of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethree and the most forgiving of a drop, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewhich makes it the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eone to take if it is actually going to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ework for a living. Pink turquoise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ecomposite on the Prairie Rose is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eheavier, cooler in the hand, and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eshowier of the two at the same price. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eNatural antler horn on the 8 inch \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ebuckaroo edition at $165 is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003etraditional choice and the one that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eages \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewith you, at the cost of needing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eoccasional oiling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eIf none of that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ematters and you want the Western look \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003efor the least money, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-rasp-steel-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003erasp steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ebuilds start at $130 in a plain \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ehigh-carbon blade with no layered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003epattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eHow Should You Care for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ethe Blade and Handle?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eDamascus is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ehigh-carbon and reacts to moisture \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003efaster than stainless, so the routine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ematters more than it would on a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eproduction knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWipe the blade \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003edown after every use, especially after \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eblood, salt, sap, or acidic food.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eWash by hand with mild soap, warm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ewater, and a soft cloth. Never a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003edishwasher.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eDry the blade, bolster, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eand handle fully and immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eApply a thin coat of food-safe mineral \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eoil or knife oil to the blade before \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003estorage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eStore dry and out of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003esheath long term, since leather holds \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003emoisture against steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eThe resin \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ehandle needs nothing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eat all, no oiling and no conditioning, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eunlike horn or wood. Keep it away from acetone and abrasive cleaners, which will dull the surface, and wipe it with a damp cloth. A grey patina across the steel is normal and mildly protective, while orange spotting comes off with oil and a non-scratch pad. The leather benefits from a conditioner once a year. When the edge dulls, follow our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e and keep the stone off the bolster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eCan You Personalize It?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eYes. Custom engraving is $20 CAD, added at checkout, with your text entered in the engraving instructions field. Names, initials, ranch brands, and dates all \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ework, up to roughly 20 characters \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eetched on the flat below the spine. For \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ea different resin colour or alternate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003esheath tooling, get in touch through \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eour \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ecustom knife request form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eMade by Hand in Canada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eStag Steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eKnives has been forging since 2001, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eevery blade is drawn out, ground, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eheat-treated, and finished by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ehand in our New Brunswick shop, with the leather cut, tooled, dyed, and stitched in-house to fit each individual knife. Free shipping across Canada and the United States. Compare the Ponderosa against the rest of the range in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-buckaroo-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003ebuckaroo knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003eDamascus hunting knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\"\u003e collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47252589904060,"sku":"BC-436","price":165.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47252589936828,"sku":"BC-436-1","price":185.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/damascus-cowboy-knife-pine-cone-handle-sheath.webp?v=1786205786"},{"product_id":"hawkbill-curved-knife-damascus-blade-turquoise-inlay","title":"Hawkbill Curved Knife | Damascus Blade, Cholla Cactus","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA handmade Western skinning knife with a 7.5 inch overall length, a 3.5 inch hand-forged raindrop Damascus curved blade, a hardwood handle set with Cholla Cactus , a black honeycomb resin bolster, and a hand-tooled basketweave pancake sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eCurved Blade, but Not a Hawkbill\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTwo very different knives get sold as curved, and confusing them costs people money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA hawkbill drops the tip below the handle line and runs a concave edge, so the blade hooks around a rope or a cable and does its cutting on the pull stroke. Linemen use the shape to score and strip insulation without nicking the conductor beneath, and gardeners use the same geometry for pruning. The hook is the entire point, because it stops the blade skating off a round surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Mesa Verde curves the other way. The edge is convex and swept, built to stretch across a hide and take it off in long strokes rather than hook into something and pull. Both blades are curved, and they are built for opposing motions. For the hooked profile, see our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/handmade-hawkbill-knives\"\u003ehandmade hawkbill knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy a Curved Edge Skins Better Than a Straight One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBelly is what does the work. Separating hide from meat is a sweeping motion, and the longer the curve of the edge, the more of it stays in contact through that sweep. More contact means fewer strokes, less sawing, and less chance of pushing through the membrane underneath into the meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA straight edge, like the sheepsfoot on a bull cutter, gives you flat push cuts and easy sharpening, and it is the wrong tool the moment you are following a contour. The Mesa Verde trades the flat section away entirely to get the deepest belly we grind at this size. Compare it against the drop points in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/skinning-knives\"\u003eskinning knives\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Damascus Pattern Is on the Blade?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHand-forged 15N20 and 1095, hardened to 58 to 60 HRC, worked into a raindrop pattern rather than the flowing wave that runs through most of our line. Raindrop comes from drilling or punching dimples into the surface of the billet before the final flattening, which pulls the layers underneath into concentric rings that surface as rounded pools once the blade is ground and etched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe effect reads busier and more three-dimensional than a random wave, and a curved blade gives the pools more room to spread across the belly than a straight profile would. Every billet is dimpled by hand, so ring spacing and depth vary blade to blade. For the background on how the layers form, read our guide on \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-is-damascus-steel-made\"\u003ehow Damascus steel is made\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\" style=\"width: 99.9972%; height: 293.847px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eHandmade fixed-blade curved skinning knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e7.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e3.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eHandle length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eHand-forged 15N20\/1095 Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e58–60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eBlade style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eCurved skinner, deep convex belly, raindrop pattern, etched finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eBlack honeycomb resin, pinned\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eCholla Cactus wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eNickel-silver pins, brass-lined lanyard eyelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eTang construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eBlack leather pancake, basketweave centre with sunburst border\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eCarry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eTwo belt slots, crossdraw angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 20.7959%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eEngraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 76.4669%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eOptional blade personalization, $20 CAD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is the Honeycomb Bolster For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSet between the blade and the wood, the black honeycomb section is cast resin with a white cell structure through it, cut and pinned as its own piece rather than being part of the scales. Functionally it seals the joint where steel meets wood and keeps moisture out of the end grain, which is where a wooden handle fails first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eVisually it does the job a brass bolster does on our cowboy knives. The raindrop steel is busy and the turquoise handle is busy, and a block of black between them stops either one shouting over the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Does the Pancake Sheath Carry?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA pancake is two panels of leather stitched around a welt with belt slots cut through both, so the sheath lies flat against the hip rather than hanging off it. Riding flat keeps the knife out of the way when seated or mounted and stops it swinging as you walk. Retention comes from the moulded fit rather than a strap, so the draw is clean one-handed, which matters when the other hand is holding an animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe face is worked in a diagonal basketweave through the centre panel, framed with a sunburst border, dyed black with contrast cream saddle stitching. Basketweave is the traditional Western stamp, the same one running across saddle and tack leather, worked a single impression at a time over damp vegetable-tanned hide before dyeing. Every panel is stamped by hand, so the weave will not align identically across two sheaths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhich Tasks Suit This Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSkinning and caping first, which is what the curve exists for. Hide removal on deer-sized game, close work around the head and legs where control beats reach, and the general run of camp cutting on cord, food, and packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUnderstand the limits. A swept tip is fine and unsupported, so it will snap if you pry with it or drive it into bone, and there is no flat section for push cuts against a board. Batoning and heavy camp work belong to a thicker blade from our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bushcraft-knives\"\u003ebushcraft knives\u003c\/a\u003e range. Cable, wire, and insulation work belong to a hawkbill, which this is not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHonest Note on Who Should Buy This One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Mesa Verde is a dress skinner. Real working geometry, finished as a piece you will be pleased to hand across a truck bed. If the knife is going to live in a pack and get used hard every season, the turquoise inlay is money spent on something that can chip, and a resin or micarta handle in the same size takes more abuse for less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOne more thing worth being direct about. If you arrived looking for a hawkbill to strip cable or prune with, the geometry here is wrong for both jobs and no amount of description will change that. Take the Mesa Verde if you skin game, if you collect Western knives, or if you want a genuinely capable skinner that happens to be beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Should You Care for the Blade, Wood, and Stone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDamascus is high-carbon and reacts to moisture faster than stainless, and three handle materials each want slightly different attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWipe the blade down after every use, especially after blood, salt, or acidic food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWash by hand with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth. Never a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDry the blade, bolster, and handle fully and immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eApply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil or knife oil to the blade before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStore dry and out of the sheath long term, since leather holds moisture against steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe hardwood benefits from a wipe of mineral oil once or twice a year, which keeps the grain fed and protects the seating around the inlays. The turquoise needs nothing beyond staying clear of solvents and abrasives, and the resin bolster needs nothing at all. A grey patina on the steel is normal and mildly protective, while orange spotting comes off with oil and a non-scratch pad. When the edge dulls, work the belly in sections rather than trying to hold the whole curve flat on the stone, and our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eCan You Personalize It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. Custom engraving is $20 CAD, added at checkout, with your text entered in the engraving instructions field. On a 3.5 inch blade the practical limit is about 15 characters, so initials, a date, or a ranch brand work better than a full sentence. For a different inlay stone or alternate sheath tooling, get in touch through our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003ecustom knife request form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eMade by Hand in Canada\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStag Steel Knives has been forging since 2001, and every blade is drawn out, ground, heat-treated, and finished by hand in our New Brunswick shop, with the inlays seated and the leather cut, stamped, dyed, and stitched in-house to fit each individual knife. Free shipping across Canada and the United States. Compare the Mesa Verde against the rest of the range in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\"\u003eDamascus hunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-buckaroo-knives\"\u003ebuckaroo knives\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47252629520572,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47252629553340,"sku":null,"price":190.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/curved-skinner-in-basketweave-pancake-sheath.webp?v=1786208137"},{"product_id":"hunting-knife-set-skinner-curved-gutting-blade-with-sheaths","title":"Hunting Knife Set | Skinner \u0026 Curved Gutting Blade with Sheaths","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA two-piece handmade field dressing set pairing a clip point skinner with a curved gutting blade, both full tang with stars and stripes handles carrying a gold bowhunter inlay, and both shipping in hand-tooled black leather pancake sheaths with blue inlay panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Each Knife in the Set Does\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eField dressing is two jobs that want two different blade shapes, which is why serious sets come in pairs rather than one knife trying to cover both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe clip point handles the skinning. A long straight edge running into a swept belly gives you reach for the initial opening cuts and enough curve to follow the contour as you separate hide from meat. Thumb serrations along the spine give you a purchase point for the choked-up grip you want when the cut needs to be shallow, and the fuller through the blade drops weight without costing rigidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe curved blade handles the gutting. Edge on the inside of the curve means it cuts on the pull rather than the push, so you work it from inside the cavity outward with the point of the curve leading and the tip trailing behind. Nothing is driven forward into the abdomen, which is the whole reason the shape exists. Compare it against the other curved profiles in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/handmade-hawkbill-knives\"\u003ehandmade hawkbill knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy a Curved Gutting Blade Instead of a Gut Hook\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA gut hook is a notch ground into the spine of an otherwise normal blade, sharpened on its inside curve. You punch the hide, drop the hook in, and pull. Quick, effective, and awkward to sharpen, since a round notch needs a round file or a curved rod rather than a flat stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA dedicated curved blade does the same job with the entire edge instead of a notch. More cutting surface means it will not clog on hair the way a small hook can, and the whole edge sharpens on a normal stone if you work it in sections. The trade is that you are carrying a second knife rather than one blade that does both, which is precisely what a set is for. If you would rather have it all on one blade, our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/gut-hook-knives\"\u003egut hook knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection covers that approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Steel Are the Blades?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBoth blades are 440C stainless, hardened to 59 to 61 HRC and finished to a mirror polish. Stainless is the deliberate choice on a field dressing set, because these two knives spend their working life in blood, stomach contents, and whatever the weather is doing, often for hours before anyone gets near a sink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur Damascus and rasp steel blades are high carbon, which means they spot if left wet and want a wipe and an oil the same day. A 440C blade forgives you a delayed cleaning in a way carbon steel does not, and on a hunt that matters more than a layered pattern. For a fuller comparison across our range, read our guide on \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-the-best-steel-for-knives\"\u003echoosing the best steel for knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eKnife 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eClip point skinner with fuller and spine serrations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eKnife 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCurved gutting blade, concave edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheaths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTwo hand-tooled black leather pancake sheaths with blue inlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAccessory pouch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlack leather snap pouch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife 1, clip point skinner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e8.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e440C stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e59–61 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFuller, swedge, spine serrations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMirror polish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife 2, curved gutting blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e3.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e440C stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e59–61 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCurved, concave inner edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMirror polish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShared across both\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlack resin with brass stars and stripes inlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGold bowhunter silhouette inlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrass pins, brass-lined lanyard eyelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEngraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOptional blade personalization, $20 CAD per knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is the Stars and Stripes Handle Made Of?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBlack resin scales with the field and stripes cut in and inlaid in brass, then sanded flush and polished so the metal sits level with the resin rather than proud of it. Brass rather than paint or print, which is why the gold holds its colour instead of wearing off the high points where your palm sits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eResin behaves like a hard polymer once cured. Grippy when wet, which matters on a knife that spends its working life in blood, and completely unaffected by moisture, so it will never dry out or crack the way natural horn and wood can. The honest limitation is heat and impact. Keep it off a truck dashboard in summer, and understand resin will chip on a hard drop onto rock where micarta or G10 would only scuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBecause every scale is cut and inlaid individually, expect small variation in stripe spacing and star placement between sets. Nothing here is moulded or printed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Bowhunter Inlay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe gold silhouette on each handle shows an archer at full draw, kneeling. Inlaid in brass the same way the flag is, cut into the resin and finished flush rather than etched onto the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWorth saying what the motif is and is not. It is a bowhunting design element, chosen because a two-piece field dressing set is a bowhunter's kit as much as a rifle hunter's. Given the shorter shot distances and the tracking that follows, bowhunters tend to be the ones who care most about what is on their belt when the work starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Do the Sheaths Carry?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBoth knives ship in their own hand-tooled pancake sheath. A pancake is two panels of leather stitched around a welt with belt slots cut through both, so the sheath lies flat against the hip rather than hanging off it. Riding flat keeps the knife out of the way while you are moving through cover and stops it swinging as you walk. Retention comes from the moulded fit rather than a strap, so the draw is clean one-handed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe faces are cut and tooled in a floral pattern with blue leather showing through the openwork, framed in black with contrast stitching. Openwork is slower than surface stamping, since each shape is cut out of the top layer before the two panels are joined, and the blue underneath is a second hide rather than a dye. Every panel is cut by hand, so no two sets carry an identical layout. The small snap pouch carries a stone, a spare blade, or whatever else you keep alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhich Tasks Suit This Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eField dressing and skinning on deer-sized game, which is what the pairing exists for. Opening cuts, hide separation, caping around the head and legs, and the gutting work the curved blade handles. Beyond that, the clip point covers general camp cutting on cord, food, and packaging perfectly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUnderstand the limits. Neither blade is a chopper or a pry bar, and 440C at 59 to 61 HRC will chip rather than roll if you drive it into bone. Heavy camp work and wood processing belong to a thicker blade from our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bushcraft-knives\"\u003ebushcraft knives\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHonest Note on Who Should Buy This Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSets get bought for two reasons, and they are different reasons. Buy this one if you actually field dress your own game and want the right shape for each half of the job, because carrying two purpose-ground blades genuinely beats one compromise blade once the work starts. Buy it as a gift if the bowhunter motif and the tooled leather land with the person receiving it, which they usually do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDo not buy it if you want one knife to carry every day. A two-knife set means two sheaths on a belt, and most people who buy sets for general carry end up using one blade and leaving the other in a drawer. For that, a single \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-hunting-knives\"\u003eDamascus hunting knife\u003c\/a\u003e with a gut hook does the whole job on one belt loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Should You Care for the Blades and Handles?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e440C is stainless rather than stain-proof, which is a real distinction. It resists rust far better than our Damascus and rasp steel blades, but blood and stomach acid left on any steel long enough will mark it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRinse and wipe both blades as soon as the work is finished, even if a proper clean waits until you are home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWash by hand with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth. Never a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDry both blades and both handles fully before they go back in the sheaths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eApply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil before long-term storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStore dry and out of the sheaths between seasons, since leather holds moisture against steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe resin handles need nothing at all, no oiling and no conditioning. Keep them clear of acetone and abrasive cleaners, which will dull the polish and can lift the edge of an inlay. The leather benefits from a conditioner once a year. Both blades sharpen on a normal stone, though the curved one wants to be worked in sections rather than held flat across the whole curve, and our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eCan You Personalize It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. Custom engraving is $20 CAD per knife, added at checkout, with your text entered in the engraving instructions field. Engrave one or both. Names, initials, dates, and short lines all work, up to roughly 20 characters on the skinner and 15 on the shorter curved blade. For a different handle colour or alternate sheath tooling, get in touch through our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003ecustom knife request form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eMade by Hand in Canada\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStag Steel Knives has been forging since 2001, and every blade is ground, heat-treated, and finished by hand in our New Brunswick shop, with the inlays cut and seated and the leather cut, tooled, dyed, and stitched in-house to fit each individual knife. Free shipping across Canada and the United States. Compare the Broadhead set against the rest of the range in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003ehunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/skinning-knives\"\u003eskinning knives\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife Without Engraving","offer_id":47252637450428,"sku":"BC-440","price":260.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife With Engraving","offer_id":47252637483196,"sku":"BC-440-1","price":300.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/bowhunter-knife-set-two-piece-sheaths.webp?v=1786209022"},{"product_id":"fixed-blade-hawkwill-knives-texas-flag-handle","title":"Fixed Blade Hawkwill Knives | Texas Flag Handle, Tooled Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA handmade fixed blade karambit with a 3 inch blackened hawkbill blade, a hammered spine, an integral finger ring cut from the tang, Texas flag handle scales, and a hand-tooled basketweave pancake sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is a Karambit, and Where Does the Shape Come From?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNot a tactical invention, whatever the modern marketing suggests. The karambit began as a farm tool among the Minangkabau people of West Sumatra, closely related to the sickles used across island Southeast Asia. The hooked edge let a farmer catch rice stems and cut them on the draw, hook weed roots out of wet ground in one motion, and work close to the soil without repeatedly bending to dig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe claw shape and the finger ring both come from that job. A curved edge cutting on the pull gathers material into the blade instead of pushing it away, and a ring around the index finger means the tool stays in your hand when your grip is wet and muddy. Everything else the karambit later became was built on top of a working implement. Compare the profile against the rest of our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/handmade-hawkbill-knives\"\u003ehandmade hawkbill knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is the Finger Ring Actually For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRetention, and it is the single most useful feature on the knife. Passing your index finger through the ring locks the handle to your hand, which means you can open your grip completely, adjust, or take a weight in the same hand without the knife going anywhere. On a wet rope, a muddy root, or a cold morning, that matters more than any amount of texture on a handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe ring on the Lone Star is cut from the tang itself rather than being a separate piece welded or pinned on, so there is no joint to fail. Practical consequence worth knowing before you buy: a ring changes how the knife pockets and how it draws, and it will not slip into a pocket or a pouch the way a straight-handled knife does. The sheath is part of the design rather than an accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy the Blackened Finish and Hammered Spine?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe dark finish is a forced oxide rather than a coating, which means it will not flake or peel off the high points the way a sprayed finish does. Oxide layers also slow surface rust on carbon steel, so the finish is doing a small amount of protective work alongside the look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe dimpled texture along the spine is left from hammer work rather than being stamped in afterward, and the contrast between the dark hammered spine and the bright polished bevel is deliberate. Every blade is hammered individually, so the dimple pattern is never identical twice. Similar hand-finished detail runs through our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-cowboy-knives\"\u003ecowboy knives\u003c\/a\u003e line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandmade fixed-blade karambit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e3 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4 inches including ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1095 high carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e58–60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHawkbill, concave inner edge, cuts on the pull\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlackened oxide with hammered spine, polished bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFinger ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIntegral, cut from the tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTexas flag resin scales, polished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTang construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHand-tooled leather pancake, basketweave with sunburst border\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCarry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTwo belt slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEngraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOptional blade personalization, $20 CAD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Are the Texas Flag Scales Made Of?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCast resin in three colours, cut and fitted as scales rather than being painted or printed onto a base material. The blue field, white star, and red and white stripes are each their own piece of resin, laid up and bonded before the block is cut, so the colour runs all the way through. Sand the surface and the flag is still there underneath, which is not true of anything printed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eResin behaves like a hard polymer once cured. Grippy when wet, unaffected by moisture, and it will never dry out or crack the way natural horn or wood can. The honest limitation is heat and impact, so keep it off a truck dashboard in summer and understand it will chip on a hard drop onto concrete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWorth stating plainly given the motif: the flag is a design choice, and the knife is forged, ground, and finished in New Brunswick, Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhich Tasks Suit This Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePull cuts, which is the whole of it. Rope, twine, cordage, baling wire wraps, strapping, packaging, hose, and the general run of jobs where you want to hook something and draw the blade back through it rather than push a straight edge into it. Anyone who cuts a lot of cord in a day, from ranch hands to riggers to warehouse work, finds the geometry faster than a straight blade once the motion is learned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUnderstand the limits, because they are real. No piercing, since the tip curves away from anything you point it at. No slicing on a board, since there is no straight section to meet a flat surface. No food prep, no skinning, no whittling. A karambit does one motion extremely well and most other motions badly. For a general-purpose blade, our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-edc-pocket-knives\"\u003eEDC pocket knives\u003c\/a\u003e range is the sensible place to look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHonest Note on Who Should Buy This One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMost karambits get bought because the shape looks impressive, and then they sit in a drawer because the owner has nothing to hook and pull. Worth being honest about that before you spend money. If you do not cut cord and rope regularly, or you are not buying it as a collection piece, a drop point will serve you better in every situation you actually encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTake the Lone Star if you genuinely work with cordage, if the Southeast Asian tool lineage interests you, or if you collect blade shapes and want a properly made fixed karambit rather than a mall-ninja folder. A fixed blade with an integral ring is the honest version of the pattern, and it is the version that started as a farm tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eIs a Karambit Legal to Own in Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFixed blade karambits are not listed among prohibited weapons in Canada. The prohibition that catches most karambits applies to centrifugal opening knives, meaning folders that flick open into a locked position with a brisk wrist motion, and a fixed blade cannot open at all because there is nothing to open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCarry is a separate question from ownership, and Canadian law weighs purpose rather than the object. Carrying any knife for protection is not lawful in Canada regardless of the shape. Provinces and municipalities add their own rules on top, and rules change, so check what applies where you live. Our guide to \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/pocket-knife-laws-in-canada\"\u003eCanadian pocket knife laws\u003c\/a\u003e covers the framework with links to the government sources. Nothing here is legal advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Does the Pancake Sheath Carry?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA pancake is two panels of leather stitched around a welt with belt slots cut through both, so the sheath lies flat against the hip rather than hanging off it. Riding flat matters more on a karambit than on most knives, because the finger ring makes the profile awkward anywhere except a purpose-built sheath. Retention comes from the moulded fit rather than a strap, and the ring sits proud of the mouth so your finger can find it before the blade clears leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe face is worked in a diagonal basketweave through the centre, framed with a sunburst border, dyed russet with contrast cream saddle stitching. Basketweave is the traditional Western stamp, the same one across saddle and tack leather, worked one impression at a time over damp vegetable-tanned hide before dyeing. Every panel is stamped by hand, so the weave will not align identically across two sheaths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Should You Care for the Blade and Handle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e1095 is plain high carbon with no chromium, so moisture is the only real enemy, and the blackened finish slows corrosion rather than preventing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWipe the blade down after every use, especially after salt, sap, or anything acidic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWash by hand with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth. Never a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDry the blade fully and immediately, paying attention to the inside of the curve where moisture sits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eApply a thin coat of mineral oil or knife oil before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStore dry and out of the sheath long term, since leather holds moisture against steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe resin scales need nothing at all, no oiling and no conditioning, though acetone and abrasive cleaners will dull them. Sharpening a hawkbill takes a different approach from a straight edge, since a flat stone cannot reach the inside of the curve. A round ceramic rod, a tapered diamond rod, or the corner of a stone worked in short sections is what the shape wants, and our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the angle to hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eCan You Personalize It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. Custom engraving is $20 CAD, added at checkout, with your text entered in the engraving instructions field. Space on a 3 inch curved blade is limited, so initials, a date, or a short brand work better than a name and message. For a different flag or handle colour, or alternate sheath tooling, get in touch through our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003ecustom knife request form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eMade by Hand in Canada\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStag Steel Knives has been forging since 2001, and every blade is hammered, ground, heat-treated, blackened, and finished by hand in our New Brunswick shop, with the leather cut, stamped, dyed, and stitched in-house to fit each individual knife. Free shipping across Canada and the United States. Compare the Lone Star against the rest of the range in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/survival-knives\"\u003esurvival knives\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-bull-cutter-knives\"\u003ebull cutter knives\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Single Knife With Sheath","offer_id":47252653539516,"sku":"BC-441","price":135.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife Set With Sheaths","offer_id":47312989487292,"sku":null,"price":270.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/texas-flag-karambit-tooled-leather-sheath.webp?v=1786210108"},{"product_id":"damascus-folding-hawkbill-knife-pine-cone-handle-edc-folder","title":"Damascus Folding Hawkbill Knife | Pine Cone Handle, EDC Folder","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA handmade folding hawkbill pocket knife with a 3 inch hand-forged Damascus blade, a cut-through maker's mark, polished bolsters over brass liners, teal pine cone resin scales, and a thumb stud for two-handed opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Folding Hawkbills Are Rare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMost hawkbills are fixed blades, and the reason is geometric rather than stylistic. A curved blade has to fold back into a handle that follows the same arc, or the tip protrudes past the scales when closed. Getting the curve, the pivot position, and the handle shape to agree takes more fitting work than a straight blade folder, where the blade drops into a straight channel and the job is done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Juniper solves it by curving the handle to mirror the blade, so the closed knife reads as one continuous shape and the tip seats fully inside the scales. Compare the profile against the fixed blades in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/handmade-hawkbill-knives\"\u003ehandmade hawkbill knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is a Hawkbill Blade For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA hawkbill drops the tip below the handle line and puts the edge on the inside of the curve, so it cuts on the pull rather than the push. Hooking a rope, a strap, a length of cord, or a wrap of twine and drawing the blade back through it means the material is pulled into the edge instead of pushed away from it, which is why a hawkbill goes through cordage faster than a straight blade of the same length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe shape earns its keep anywhere the work is repetitive. Riggers, warehouse crews, gardeners, and anyone opening a lot of packaging find the motion faster once it is learned. Straight blades stay better for slicing on a board, whittling, and food. Nothing about a hawkbill is general-purpose, and that is the trade. For blades that are, our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-edc-pocket-knives\"\u003eEDC pocket knives\u003c\/a\u003e range is the place to look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Damascus Is the Blade?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHand-forged 15N20 and 1095, hardened to 58 to 60 HRC, etched into a flowing wave that follows the curve of the blade rather than running straight down it. Curved stock shows a pattern differently from flat stock, since grinding through a curve cuts the layers at a changing angle and the bands widen and tighten along the belly as a result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe maker's mark is cut clean through the blade rather than etched onto the surface, so it reads from both sides and cannot wear off. Cutting through a Damascus blade also exposes the layer edges around the opening, which is a detail worth looking at closely. For the background on how the layering forms, read our guide on \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-is-damascus-steel-made\"\u003ehow Damascus steel is made\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandmade folding hawkbill pocket knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e3 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eClosed length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOpen length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e7.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHand-forged 15N20\/1095 Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e58–60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHawkbill, concave inner edge, cuts on the pull\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCut-through maker's mark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOpening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eThumb stud, two-handed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLock type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eliner locks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBolsters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePolished steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLiners\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTeal pine cone resin, cast and stabilized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNickel-silver pins, lanyard hole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEngraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOptional blade personalization, $20 CAD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Do the Bolsters and Brass Liners Change the Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLiners are the structural spine of any folder. The pivot, the stop pin, and the lock all anchor into them, and the scales are essentially cosmetic panels bonded to the outside. Brass liners weigh more than steel or titanium of the same thickness, which is why the Juniper sits heavier in a pocket than a modern production folder of the same size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe weight is a deliberate choice rather than an oversight. A heavier folder sits more solidly in the hand and closes with more authority, and brass takes a patina rather than corroding, so the liners age instead of pitting. The polished bolsters cap the pivot end, protect the leading edge of the scales where the knife takes most of its knocks, and give the whole thing the traditional pocket knife proportion. Similar fittings run through our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/damascus-folding-knives\"\u003eDamascus folding knives\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Are the Teal Pine Cone Scales?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePine cones sectioned and cast into teal-pigmented resin, then cut into scales and stabilized. What makes the teal colourway different from the blue and green versions in our fixed blade line is where the cut falls: these scales are taken through the length of the cone rather than across it, so the bronze lattice runs in long fanning strokes down the handle instead of appearing as rounded cross-sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOn a folder the material choice does more work than it does on a fixed blade. Scales here are thin panels bonded to brass liners rather than thick slabs pinned through a tang, and resin holds an edge on a thin section without chipping in a way that natural wood or bone will not. Resin is also completely stable against moisture, which matters on a knife with a pivot that lives in a pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery block pours differently and every cut falls somewhere different through the cone, so the scale pattern is unique to the one knife. Keep it clear of acetone and abrasive cleaners, and off a truck dashboard in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eIs a Folding Hawkbill Legal to Carry in Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe blade folds, needs two hands to open, and cannot be flicked into position, which keeps it outside the centrifugal opening prohibition that catches automatic and flick-open knives in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBeyond that, Canadian law weighs purpose rather than blade shape. Carrying any knife for protection is not lawful here regardless of what it looks like. Provinces and municipalities layer their own rules on top, and some public spaces have blanket restrictions. Our guide to \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/pocket-knife-laws-in-canada\"\u003eCanadian pocket knife laws\u003c\/a\u003e sets out the framework with links to the government sources. Nothing on this page is legal advice, and rules change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhich Tasks Suit This Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePull cuts on cordage, and a great deal of them. Rope, twine, strapping, packaging tape, shrink wrap, hose, zip ties, and garden work like taking back small green growth, which is the same job pruning knives use the shape for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUnderstand what it will not do. A hawkbill cannot pierce, because the tip curves away from whatever you point it at. It cannot slice on a board, because there is no straight section to meet a flat surface. Food prep, whittling, and skinning all want a different blade. Buying a hawkbill as an only knife leads to frustration inside a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHonest Note on Who Should Buy This One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTwo questions decide it. Do you cut a lot of cord, and do you want a folder rather than a fixed blade?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf the answer to the first is no, the shape will disappoint you no matter how good the Damascus looks, and a drop point folder from our pocket knife range will serve you every day instead of sitting in a drawer. If the answer to the second is no, the fixed blade Lone Star Talon at $135 gives you the same geometry with no pivot to maintain and a faster draw, at the cost of needing a sheath on your belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTake the Juniper if you want the hawkbill motion in something that lives in a pocket, or if you collect folders and want a genuinely difficult pattern executed properly rather than a straight blade with a curve ground into it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Should You Care for a Damascus Folder?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFolders need everything a fixed blade needs plus attention to the pivot, which is where grit collects and where a neglected knife starts to feel gritty and stiff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWipe the blade down after every use, especially after salt, sap, or anything acidic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFlush the pivot with warm water if it collects dust or lint, then dry it thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDry the blade, bolsters, and scales fully. Never leave a folder closed while wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePut a single drop of light oil on the pivot every few months, and a thin coat of mineral oil on the blade before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStore open or loosely closed in a dry place rather than sealed in a pocket or a damp bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDamascus is high carbon rather than stainless, so a grey patina across the flats is normal and mildly protective, while orange spotting comes off with oil and a non-scratch pad. Sharpening a hawkbill takes a round ceramic or tapered diamond rod rather than a flat stone, since a flat surface cannot reach inside a concave curve, and our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the angle to hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eCan You Personalize It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. Custom engraving is $20 CAD, added at checkout, with your text entered in the engraving instructions field. Space on a 3 inch curved blade with a cut-through mark already in it is tight, so initials or a date suit it better than a name and message. For a different resin colour or scale material, get in touch through our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003ecustom knife request form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eMade by Hand in Canada\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStag Steel Knives has been forging since 2001, and every blade is drawn out, ground, heat-treated, and finished by hand in our New Brunswick shop, with the liners cut, the scales fitted, and the knife assembled and tuned individually. Free shipping across Canada and the United States. Compare the Juniper against the rest of the range in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-pocket-knives\"\u003epocket knives\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/survival-knives\"\u003esurvival knives\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47252658847932,"sku":"BC-442","price":180.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47252658880700,"sku":"BC-442-1","price":200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/damascus-folding-hawkbill-pine-cone-handle.webp?v=1786210707"},{"product_id":"turquoise-handle-hawkbill-hunting-knife","title":"Handmade Hawkbill Hunting Knife | Full Tang Fixed Blade","description":"\u003cp\u003eA handmade full tang hawkbill knife with a 4 inch hooked high carbon blade in a cloud acid-etch finish, contoured crushed turquoise resin scales, an exposed polished spine running the length of the handle, and a lanyard tube at the butt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is a Hawkbill Blade and Why the Hook?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe edge on a hawkbill is concave, curving inward and down to a hooked tip, so the sharpened side faces back toward you rather than out ahead. Cutting happens on the pull. You reach the hook past the material, set it, and draw the knife toward your body while the curve funnels whatever you are cutting down into the deepest point of the arc and holds it there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason that matters is slippage. A straight or bellied edge pushes rope, strapping, and vine away as you load it, so you end up sawing and chasing the cut. A hooked edge does the opposite and traps the material, which means less force, fewer passes, and a cut that stays on the line you wanted. Nothing about the shape is decorative. Compare it against the straight and bellied profiles across our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is the Cloud Finish on the Blade?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot Damascus, and worth saying so up front because the mottling gets mistaken for it. Damascus gets its pattern from forge-welding two steels together and etching to reveal the layers. What you see here is a single piece of high carbon steel that has been etched to break the surface into irregular dark and bright fields, then hand-worked back so the raised areas take a polish and the recessed ones stay dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical effect is the same reason a stonewash works on a working knife. A broken surface hides scratches, fingerprints, and field wear far better than a mirror polish does, and the oxide in the darkened areas slows surface rust slightly. Every blade etches differently, since the pattern depends on how the acid moves across that particular piece of steel, so no two come out matching. For the comparison against layered steel, read our guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/real-vs-fake-damascus-steel-how-to-tell-the-difference?_pos=17\u0026amp;_sid=710bd8121\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ereal versus fake Damascus\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Is the Tang Exposed Along the Spine?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bright line running the length of the handle is the steel itself, not an inlay. Full tang means the blade stock continues unbroken to the butt, with the scales fitted either side of it and the spine left proud and polished flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree things follow, and on a hawkbill the first one carries more weight than usual. Every pull cut loads the joint between blade and handle in tension, trying to pull the blade out of the grip, which is exactly the failure a hidden tang or a stick tang is vulnerable to. There is no joint here to fail. Second, you can see the construction rather than taking our word for it, which matters on a knife sold online. Third, the exposed spine gives you a surface you can strike or brace against.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe honest cost is cold. Exposed steel against your palm in November is unpleasant, which is exactly why our hidden tang builds exist. If you work outdoors in hard cold, the hidden tang \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/d2-full-tang-hunting-knife-lacewood\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRidgeback\u003c\/a\u003e puts wood between your hand and the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is the Crushed Turquoise Handle Made Of?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurquoise chips crushed and suspended in black resin with copper flake, cast under pressure into a block, then cut and shaped into scales. Different material from the pine cone resin across our cowboy line, and different again from the solid stone composite on the Prairie Rose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrushed stone behaves better in a handle than solid stone does. Solid slabs carry the fracture planes of the original material and will split along them under a hard knock. Chips suspended in resin have no continuous plane to fail along, so the resin absorbs the shock and distributes it. Trading a solid face for a chip pattern buys you a genuinely tougher handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scales are contoured rather than flat, and on a hawkbill that is doing real work rather than looking pretty. Pull cutting drags the handle backward through your grip, so the palm swell and the finger grooves are what stop it travelling. Most handmade knives at this size run flat slab scales because contouring means shaping each side by hand after the block is pinned, then re-finishing the whole surface. Every one here is ground individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonest limitations: resin softens in sustained heat, so keep it off a dashboard in summer, and acetone or abrasive cleaner will dull the polish. Expect variation between knives in chip density, how much copper catches the light, and how the pattern falls across the contours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade fixed-blade hawkbill knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 inches, measured along the spine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58–60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHawkbill, concave edge, hooked tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlain, sharpened along the inside curve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCloud acid etch, hand-polished highs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStepped choil at the ricasso, no separate guard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed turquoise in black resin with copper flake, contoured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTang construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull tang with exposed polished spine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo nickel-silver pins, lanyard tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e[CONFIRM AND FILL BEFORE PUBLISHING]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional blade personalization, $20 CAD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy No Guard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA guard exists to stop your hand sliding forward onto the edge under a thrust. A hawkbill is not a thrusting knife, and the pull cut it is built for loads your hand backward rather than forward, so the guard is solving a problem this shape does not really have. The stepped choil cut into the underside gives your index finger somewhere to seat, which is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat actually keeps you safe here is the handle geometry and the hook itself. The palm swell resists the rearward drag, and the inward curve of the edge means the sharpened side is always facing away from your fingers during the cut. Leaving the guard off also means the knife draws and returns to a sheath cleanly with no crossbar to catch, which matters on a shape you tend to pull out mid-task.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Tasks Suit This Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRope, cord, and strapping first. Nylon and polypropylene line, baler twine, packaging strapping, zip ties, and webbing all cut faster on a hook than on a straight edge, because the material gets pulled into the curve instead of sliding off it. Anyone dealing with line on a boat, in a barn, or on a job site knows the difference within one cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the field the hook does the same job a gut hook does, which is opening hide with a shallow controlled pull while the curved profile keeps the point angled away from what is underneath. Hunters who prefer a dedicated tool for that should look at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/gut-hook-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egut hook knives\u003c\/a\u003e instead, where the hook is a separate feature on a conventional blade and you keep a normal edge for the rest of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond that: vines, brush, and green stems, where the pruner heritage of the shape shows; carpet, linoleum, roofing felt, and sheet material, where you want to score a line without diving into the surface below; and breaking down packaging and clamshell plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstand the limits honestly, because they are real. A hawkbill is poor at food prep, poor at anything needing a flat edge on a board, awkward for wood carving, and not a chopper or a pry bar. High carbon at 58 to 60 HRC will chip rather than roll if you drive the hooked tip into bone or metal. Heavy wood processing belongs to a thicker straight blade from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/bushcraft-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebushcraft knives\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHonest Note on Who Should Buy This One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hawkbill is a specialist. Saying otherwise would be selling you the wrong knife. If your cutting is mostly rope, cord, strapping, vine, and sheet material, the hook will outperform a general purpose blade by a wide margin and you will notice it immediately. If your cutting is mostly food, wood, and general camp work, it will frustrate you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straight answer: buy this as a second knife alongside a conventional blade, not as your only one. Anyone wanting one knife to cover everything should take a drop point from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/skinning-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eskinning knives\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/d2-steel-hunting-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eD2 steel hunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e collections instead, and come back for the hawkbill when a specific job calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Should You Care for the Blade and Handle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh carbon with no chromium, so moisture is the only real enemy, and the etched finish slows corrosion rather than preventing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the blade down after every use, especially after blood, salt, sap, or anything acidic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear debris out of the inside curve. A hooked edge collects fibre, sap, and grit in the belly of the arc where a straight blade would shed it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash by hand with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth. Never a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the blade, spine, and handle fully and immediately, paying attention to the seam where the scales meet the tang.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil or knife oil before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore dry, and out of any sheath long term, since leather holds moisture against steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharpening is the one genuine inconvenience of the shape, and you should know it before you buy. A flat stone cannot reach into a concave edge. You need a round or tapered ceramic rod, a small diameter file, or a sharpener with a narrow abrasive that can follow the curve, worked in short sections from the choil out to the hook. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers holding the angle, and the same angle applies here, only the tool changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe etched finish darkens further with use, which is normal and is doing a small amount of protective work. Orange spotting is a different thing and comes off with oil and a non-scratch pad. The resin scales need nothing at all, no oiling and no conditioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan You Personalize It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Custom engraving is $20 CAD, added at checkout, with your text entered in the engraving instructions field. Names, initials, dates, and short lines all work, up to roughly 20 characters. Worth knowing that engraving reads differently on an etched blade than on a polished one, since the cut breaks through the darkened surface into bright steel underneath, which most people prefer. For a different resin colour or a hidden tang version, get in touch through our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/pages\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecustom knife request form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade by Hand in Canada\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStag Steel Knives has been forging since 2001, and every blade is ground, heat-treated, etched, and finished by hand in our New Brunswick shop, with the scales cut, pinned, contoured, and polished individually. Free shipping across Canada and the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47252663402684,"sku":"BC-443","price":160.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47252663435452,"sku":"BC-443-1","price":190.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/crushed-turquoise-resin-scales-macro.webp?v=1786211348"},{"product_id":"helm-of-awe-viking-bearded-axe","title":"Helm of Awe Viking Bearded Axe: 1075 Carbon Steel with Carved Ash Wood Handle | Norse Historical Collector Axe","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Our Helm of Awe Viking Bearded Axe Stand Out?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur Helm of Awe Viking Bearded Axe pairs a hand forged 1075 high carbon steel head with a carved ash wood handle and a rustic forge finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Ægishjálmur stave is engraved into the cheek of the blade by hand, so line weight and depth vary slightly between pieces. Hammer texture and forge scale are left on the surface rather than polished away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery head is shaped individually at the bench. Browse the wider \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/viking-axe\"\u003eViking axe collection\u003c\/a\u003e for related Norse profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Are the Axe Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full pl-[var(--msg-block-inset,0.5rem)] pr-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\" style=\"width: 100.071%; height: 294px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; 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height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHand forged rustic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCarved ash wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eTraditional carved wooden grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHelm of Awe Norse symbol engraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCraft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandmade forged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e17\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e18\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHead Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e1.5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eEdge Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSharpened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSheath Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eLeather sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 29.2866%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 68.2398%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eVX-0456\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is the Helm of Awe Symbol?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eÆgishjálmur, the Helm of Awe, is an eight armed stave recorded in Icelandic manuscript tradition and long associated with protection and resolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIts radial geometry suits an axe cheek particularly well, since the eight arms spread outward to meet the natural width of the blade without crowding the bevel. Buyers who prefer Scandinavian letterforms over a single stave can compare the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/runic-viking-bearded-axe-long-handle\"\u003erune engraved bearded axe on a long ash haft\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Is 1075 Steel Used for the Head?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e1075 carries roughly three quarters of a percent carbon, which hardens cleanly at the edge while leaving the body of the head tough enough to absorb impact without cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHigher carbon steels hold an edge longer but grow brittle in a section this thick. The steel also takes a patina over time, developing a grey tone that most collectors prefer to leave alone. A darker, more evenly aged surface is available on the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/hand-engraved-norse-viking-axe\"\u003eantique finish Norse bearded axe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Is the Ash Wood Handle Made?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAsh has been the standard haft timber across northern Europe because its long straight fibre absorbs shock and resists splitting along the grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur carver shapes each handle to a traditional profile and works the grip texture in by hand, so the wood swells slightly where the palm sits. Minor differences in grain, colour and carving depth occur because each haft is finished individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBuyers who want a denser, darker timber with a polished surface can view the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/norse-serpent-viking-axe-rosewood-handle\"\u003erosewood handled Norse serpent axe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is a Bearded Axe?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe beard is the hooked extension of the cutting edge that hangs below the eye of the head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eScandinavian smiths shaped heads this way to gain cutting length without gaining weight, since iron was expensive. The gap the hook opens behind the blade also lets a hand ride up close to the edge for controlled work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Should the Carbon Steel Head Be Maintained?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWipe the head dry after handling and keep a thin film of mineral oil on the steel, because 1075 will spot with rust if left damp or marked with fingerprints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStore the axe somewhere with stable humidity rather than against a garage wall, basement wall or concrete floor where condensation collects. The ash handle takes a wipe of boiled linseed or hardwax oil once or twice a year. More forged work sits in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/handmade-axe\"\u003ehandmade axe range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Choose Our Helm of Awe Viking Bearded Axe?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur axe combines a hand forged 1075 carbon steel bearded head, a hand engraved Helm of Awe stave, a rustic forge finish and a carved ash haft. It suits display, collection and historical reenactment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Axe without Engraving","offer_id":47277157056700,"sku":"vx-0456","price":265.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Axe with Engraving","offer_id":47277157089468,"sku":"vx-0456","price":295.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/HelmofAweVikingBeardedAxe.webp?v=1786741396"},{"product_id":"kolovrat-sunwheel-viking-bearded-axe","title":"Kolovrat Sunwheel Viking Bearded Axe: 1075 Carbon Steel with Wooden Handle | Norse Decorative Collector Axe","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Our Kolovrat Sunwheel Viking Bearded Axe Stand Out?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur Kolovrat Sunwheel Viking Bearded Axe carries a Slavic sun symbol engraved across a 1075 high carbon steel bearded head, finished rustic and hafted with a decorative wooden handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSlavic and Norse material culture overlapped considerably along the eastern trade routes, which is why a sunwheel motif sits naturally on a Scandinavian axe profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery head is forged and engraved by hand. Related Norse designs are grouped in the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/viking-axe\"\u003eViking axe collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Are the Axe Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full pl-[var(--msg-block-inset,0.5rem)] pr-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\" style=\"width: 100.071%; height: 333.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e1075 high carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAxe Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eViking bearded axe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eRustic forged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eDecorative wooden handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eTraditional wooden grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eKolovrat sunwheel Norse symbol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSlavic Viking axe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCraft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandmade custom forged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e17\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e18\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHead Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e1.5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Wood Species\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAsh Wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eEdge Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSharpened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSheath Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eLeather sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 39.1564%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 58.3701%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eVX-0458\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is the Kolovrat Symbol?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Kolovrat is a wheel of bent arms turning around a central hub, part of the wider family of sun symbols found across northern and eastern Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRadial designs suit an axe cheek because the arms spread outward to meet the width of the blade and fill the field evenly. Buyers who want the plain radial version without the bent arms can view the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/sunwheel-viking-bearded-axe\"\u003eNorse sunwheel bearded axe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Does the Rustic Forged Finish Look Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNothing is polished off the head after forging. Hammer marks, variation in surface colour and the darker scale from the fire all remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSurface tone therefore differs from piece to piece, and no machine finish reproduces the effect. Buyers who prefer a deeper, more uniformly aged tone can compare the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/norse-serpent-viking-axe-rosewood-handle\"\u003ematte finished Norse serpent axe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Is the Decorative Handle Designed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe haft is shaped to a traditional grip profile and carries decorative detail along its length, seating the hand without any wrap, cord or binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWood was the only sensible haft material for period smiths and remains the right one, because timber fibre flexes under load and settles vibration rather than passing it straight through. A rope carved variation on the same idea appears on the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/raven-feather-viking-axe-rope-handle\"\u003eraven feather axe with a rope carved grip\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is a Bearded Axe Head?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLook at where the cutting edge drops below the eye of the head and you have found the beard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe hook adds edge length without adding weight ahead of the hand, and the space it opens behind the blade allows a hand to choke up for close, controlled work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Should the Head Be Maintained?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWipe the head down after handling and keep a light oil film on the steel, since 1075 spots quickly when fingerprints are left on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStore the axe away from damp walls and concrete floors. Our full \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/handmade-axe\"\u003ehandmade axe range\u003c\/a\u003e is finished and cared for the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Choose Our Kolovrat Sunwheel Viking Bearded Axe?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur axe combines a 1075 carbon steel bearded head, a hand engraved Kolovrat sunwheel, a rustic forge finish and a decorative traditional haft. It suits display, collection and historical reenactment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Axe without Engraving","offer_id":47277173047484,"sku":"vx-0458","price":220.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Axe with Engraving","offer_id":47277173080252,"sku":"vx-0458","price":250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/KolovratSunwheelVikingAxeHandForgedSlavicNorseAxe.webp?v=1786744096"},{"product_id":"norse-serpent-viking-axe-rosewood-handle","title":"Norse Serpent Viking Bearded Axe: 1075 Carbon Steel with Rosewood Handle | Dragon Inspired Collector Axe","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Our Kolovrat Sunwheel Viking Bearded Axe Stand Out?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur Kolovrat Sunwheel Viking Bearded Axe carries a Slavic sun symbol engraved across a 1075 high carbon steel bearded head, finished rustic and hafted with a decorative wooden handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSlavic and Norse material culture overlapped considerably along the eastern trade routes, which is why a sunwheel motif sits naturally on a Scandinavian axe profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery head is forged and engraved by hand. Related Norse designs are grouped in the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/viking-axe\"\u003eViking axe collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Are the Axe Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full pl-[var(--msg-block-inset,0.5rem)] pr-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\" style=\"width: 100.071%; height: 333.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e1075 high carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAxe Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eViking bearded axe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eRustic forged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eDecorative wooden handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eTraditional wooden grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eKolovrat sunwheel Norse symbol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSlavic Viking axe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCraft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandmade custom forged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e4.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e17\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e18\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHead Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e1.5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Wood Species\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAsh wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eEdge Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSharpened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSheath Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eLeather sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 50.0713%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 49.5367%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eVX-0458\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is the Kolovrat Symbol?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Kolovrat is a wheel of bent arms turning around a central hub, part of the wider family of sun symbols found across northern and eastern Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRadial designs suit an axe cheek because the arms spread outward to meet the width of the blade and fill the field evenly. Buyers who want the plain radial version without the bent arms can view the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/sunwheel-viking-bearded-axe\"\u003eNorse sunwheel bearded axe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Does the Rustic Forged Finish Look Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNothing is polished off the head after forging. Hammer marks, variation in surface colour and the darker scale from the fire all remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSurface tone therefore differs from piece to piece, and no machine finish reproduces the effect. Buyers who prefer a deeper, more uniformly aged tone can compare the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/norse-serpent-viking-axe-rosewood-handle\"\u003ematte finished Norse serpent axe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Is the Decorative Handle Designed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe haft is shaped to a traditional grip profile and carries decorative detail along its length, seating the hand without any wrap, cord or binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWood was the only sensible haft material for period smiths and remains the right one, because timber fibre flexes under load and settles vibration rather than passing it straight through. A rope carved variation on the same idea appears on the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/raven-feather-viking-axe-rope-handle\"\u003eraven feather axe with a rope carved grip\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is a Bearded Axe Head?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLook at where the cutting edge drops below the eye of the head and you have found the beard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe hook adds edge length without adding weight ahead of the hand, and the space it opens behind the blade allows a hand to choke up for close, controlled work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Should the Head Be Maintained?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWipe the head down after handling and keep a light oil film on the steel, since 1075 spots quickly when fingerprints are left on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStore the axe away from damp walls and concrete floors. Our full \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/handmade-axe\"\u003ehandmade axe range\u003c\/a\u003e is finished and cared for the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Choose Our Kolovrat Sunwheel Viking Bearded Axe?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur axe combines a 1075 carbon steel bearded head, a hand engraved Kolovrat sunwheel, a rustic forge finish and a decorative traditional haft. It suits display, collection and historical reenactment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Axe without Engraving","offer_id":47277180387516,"sku":"VX-0459","price":265.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Axe with Engraving","offer_id":47277180420284,"sku":"VX-0459","price":295.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/NorseSerpentBeardedAxeRosewoodHandleVikingAxe1.webp?v=1786744839"},{"product_id":"norse-wolf-viking-bearded-axe","title":"Norse Wolf Viking Bearded Axe: 1075 Carbon Steel with Ash Wood Handle | Viking Collector Axe","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Our Norse Wolf Viking Bearded Axe Stand Out?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur Norse Wolf Viking Bearded Axe carries a hand engraved wolf across a 1075 high carbon steel bearded head, hafted in ash wood with a natural grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA rustic handmade finish leaves forge scale and hammer texture on the surface, so the head reads as bench work rather than a stamped part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWolves carry real weight in Norse myth, from Fenrir straining at his binding to Geri and Freki at Odin's side. Related Norse designs are grouped in the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/viking-axe\"\u003eViking axe collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Are the Axe Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full pl-[var(--msg-block-inset,0.5rem)] pr-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\" style=\"width: 100.071%; height: 314.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e1075 high carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAxe Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eViking bearded axe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eRustic handmade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAsh wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eNatural wooden grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eNorse wolf engraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eViking heritage axe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCraft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandmade forged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e17\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eHead Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e1.5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 20.6px;\"\u003eEdge Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 20.6px;\"\u003eSharpened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSheath Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eLeather Sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 37.2724%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 60.2541%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eVX-0460\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Is the Wolf Engraved?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery wolf is cut by hand, which leaves small variations in stroke depth that catch light differently as the axe is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTransferred or laser marked designs produce a uniform depth and lose that behaviour entirely. Each head is therefore close to its siblings without being identical to them. Buyers who want a darker, more evenly aged surface can compare the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/hand-engraved-norse-viking-axe\"\u003eantique finish Norse bearded axe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Is the Natural Ash Grip?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe ash is sealed but left in the colour it came off the tree, with no stain or dye applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAsh earns its place through fibre structure, since the long straight grain absorbs shock and resists splitting far better than a decorative hardwood would. Buyers who want carving worked into the timber itself can view the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/carved-handle-viking-bearded-axe\"\u003ecarved handle Viking bearded axe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Are Viking Axe Heads Bearded?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBearded heads dominate the archaeological record across Scandinavia, and the reason is economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIron was expensive, so hooking the cutting edge downward below the eye bought extra edge length without buying extra metal or adding weight ahead of the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Does the Rustic Finish Look Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eForge scale and hammer texture stay on the head rather than being ground away, giving a surface that shifts in tone across the cheek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eColour varies slightly from piece to piece depending on how each head came out of the fire. A rope carved treatment across both head and haft appears on the \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/raven-feather-viking-axe-rope-handle\"\u003eraven feather bearded axe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow Should the Head Be Maintained?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e1075 spots if left damp, so wipe the head after handling and keep a thin oil film on the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe ash handle benefits from a light oiling once a year, particularly through dry winter heating. Our wider \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/handmade-axe\"\u003ehandmade axe collection\u003c\/a\u003e follows the same care routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy Choose Our Norse Wolf Viking Bearded Axe?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur axe combines a 1075 carbon steel bearded head, a hand engraved Norse wolf, a rustic forge finish and a natural ash haft. It suits display, collection and historical reenactment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Axe without Engraving","offer_id":47282174263484,"sku":"VX-0460","price":290.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Axe with Engraving","offer_id":47282174296252,"sku":"VX-0460","price":320.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/NorseWolfVikingAxe.webp?v=1786829969"},{"product_id":"finger-groove-hawkbill-knife-rasp-steel-bone-grip","title":"Finger Groove Hawkbill Knife in Rasp Steel with Bone Grip","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat Makes Our Finger Groove Hawkbill Knife Stand Out?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur Custom Handmade Rasp Steel Hawkbill Knife carries three cut finger grooves through polished bone, so the hand lands in the same place every single time it picks the knife up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMost small belt knives leave the grip flat and let the user work out where to hold it. Cutting grooves into the bone decides that question in advance, which matters more than it sounds on a hooked blade where the pulling force runs across the fingers rather than along the palm. More reforged blades sit in our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-rasp-steel-knives\"\u003erasp steel knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat Are the Knife Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full pl-[var(--msg-block-inset,0.5rem)] pr-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eReclaimed farrier's rasp, high carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFixed blade hawkbill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDownswept hooked working profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSpine Detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOriginal rasp teeth retained across the upper blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMirror polished bevel, textured tooth panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eApprox. 3 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eApprox. 4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eApprox. 4 mm at the spine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eApprox. 175 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdge Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHand sharpened, ready to use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePolished bone, natural cream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eThree cut finger grooves, pinned construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLanyard Hole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDrilled through the butt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCross draw leather, basket weave tooled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCraft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandmade forged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhy Cut Finger Grooves Into Bone?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGrooves cut into bone hold their shape permanently, which is not true of every handle material. Softer scales compress and the contours soften over years of use, whereas bone keeps the edges of each groove crisp indefinitely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCutting also has to be done carefully. Bone is dense but unforgiving, so each groove is worked slowly and then rounded by hand, since a sharp shoulder left inside a groove will bite the finger under load rather than support it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhy Does Rasp Steel Make a Good Blade?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFarrier's rasps begin as high carbon tool steel because they need to cut hoof horn day after day without going soft. Reforged and taken to 60 HRC, that stock sharpens keenly and holds through long work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKeeping the teeth serves a purpose beyond appearance. The crosshatch panel lands exactly where the thumb sits when you choke up, adding traction at the point control matters most. Similar profiles run through our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-cowboy-knives\"\u003ecowboy knives\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Does a Hawkbill Cut?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBecause the edge falls away from the handle, the curve draws material inward instead of pushing it forward. Rope under tension, baling twine and cordage all give way sooner on a pulling stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePressure gathers around the belly of the curve, close to the knuckles where the wrist has most authority. Anyone after a broad straight edge should compare our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-bull-cutter-knives\"\u003ebull cutter knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Does the Grooved Grip Compare to a Smooth One?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGrooves lock the fingers into fixed positions, which adds security on hard pulling cuts but removes the freedom to slide the hand along the handle mid task.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAnyone who shifts grip often through a job may prefer scales left flat instead, and our \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/bone-hawkbill-knife-rasp-steel-cross-draw-sheath\"\u003ebone handle hawkbill knife\u003c\/a\u003e offers exactly that in the same steel and the same size. Most people know within a few seconds of holding both which one suits them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWill Two Knives Look the Same?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNot quite. Rasp teeth grind to different depths on every donor blade, and bone carries its own faint grain lines and occasional darker flecks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eColour runs from near white through to soft cream, deepening slightly over years of handling. Groove spacing is cut by eye to suit the individual pair of scales rather than measured to a template.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Does Cross Draw Carry Work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe sheath lies flat across the front of the belt at an angle, drawn with the opposite hand. Nothing digs into the hip when you sit, ride or lean forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBelt slots are cut straight through the leather body rather than stitched on as a separate loop, so the sheath rides tight and stays quiet through a working day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCan the Knife Be Custom Engraved?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePersonalised engraving is available. Enter your text in the Engraving Instructions field before adding to cart and our makers will apply it by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe polished ricasso suits engraving best on this knife, since the grooves leave little uninterrupted flat on the scales themselves. Send longer requests or artwork to \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"mailto:support@stagsteelknives.com\"\u003esupport@stagsteelknives.com\u003c\/a\u003e and we will confirm placement first. Engraved knives are made to order, so allow extra production time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Should the Knife Be Looked After?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDry the blade after every use and wipe on a light coat of oil before storage. High carbon steel marks quickly when damp, and water sits in the valleys between the rasp teeth, so dry that panel properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBone needs almost nothing. Keep it out of sustained heat and direct sun, and run a soft brush through the grooves occasionally, since dust and grit settle into cut detail. Condition the leather once or twice a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhy Choose Our Finger Groove Hawkbill Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur hawkbill brings reforged farrier's rasp at 60 HRC together with a retained tooth panel, three cut finger grooves in polished bone, a lanyard hole and a tooled cross draw sheath in a 7 inch package. Suited to ranch work, daily cutting and anyone who wants the grip decided before the hand arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47276660555964,"sku":"BC-450","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47276660588732,"sku":"BC-450-1","price":160.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/Finger_groove_bone_handle_rasp_steel_hawkbill_knife_on_a_cross_draw_sheath.webp?v=1787519874"},{"product_id":"58-hrc-damascus-steel-skinner-knife-pine-cone-handle","title":"Damascus Cowboy Skinner Knife, Pine Cone Handle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur handmade Damascus steel cowboy skinner brings together a patterned high-carbon blade, a naturally textured pine cone handle, and a handcrafted leather sheath decorated with geometric inlay and custom stitching. The skinner profile a short, broad blade with a slight downsweep is built for precise skinning cuts, detail work, and ranch utility. The decorative leather sheath elevates the knife from working tool to display-worthy piece. Custom initials engraving on the sheath transforms it into a personal gift or marked addition to a collector's case. Browse our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-cowboy-knives\"\u003ecowboy knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection for other Damascus blade designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Are the Knife Specifications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade fixed blade cowboy skinner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-carbon Damascus steel, layered construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkinner profile with slight downswept curve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnique Damascus wave pattern, one-of-a-kind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePine cone, hand-selected and finished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid brass, polished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrip Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContoured for secure handling during precision cuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessionally sharpened, ready to use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade genuine leather with hand-stitching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack leather with geometric green and tan inlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiamond-patterned embossed detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath Stitching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite hand-stitched seams for durability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath Carry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual belt loops for secure attachment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustomization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustom initials engraving on sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCraft Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade forged and finished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy High-Carbon Damascus Steel for a Skinner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDamascus steel sharpens keenly and holds an edge through precise, repetitive cutting work that skinning demands. The layered construction balances toughness resisting the lateral stress of draw cuts across hide—with enough brittleness to take a keen edge that won't roll or dull quickly. At 58 HRC, the blade carries enough hardness for reliable performance while remaining repairable with simple tools if it needs touching up in the field. The distinctive Damascus pattern adds beauty to a practical tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes the Damascus Pattern Unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDamascus steel emerges from the forging process itself. Different steel types are layered, then repeatedly folded and hammered. Each fold exposes new surfaces; the patterns that develop are shaped by heat, pressure, the specific steels chosen, and the craftsperson's technique. No two blades follow the same wave pattern your knife carries a signature pattern that is genuinely one-of-a-kind. That uniqueness is part of the value: Damascus is as much visual as functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Pine Cone Handle for a Cowboy Skinner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePine cone wood carries inherent texture and natural colour variation that requires no artificial sculpting the growth rings and grain are the design. The material is lightweight without feeling cheap, dimensionally stable through humidity swings, and takes finish well. A natural pine cone handle means no two knives feel identical in hand. The polished brass bolster at the guard provides contrast while protecting the critical blade-to-handle joint from stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Does the Brass Bolster Protect the Knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe bolster sits where blade and handle meet—the highest-stress point during cutting. Solid brass reinforces that junction, absorbing shock and distributing load rather than letting all stress concentrate on the pin or tang. Functionally, it extends the knife's working life. Aesthetically, it creates visual separation and balance between the patterned blade and textured handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Sets the Leather Sheath Apart?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe sheath is more than protection it is part of the knife's presence. Hand-stitched from genuine leather, it features a decorative geometric inlay in green and tan against black leather, creating visual interest that complements the Damascus blade. The diamond pattern is hand-tooled, and every stitch is placed individually. White stitching provides contrast and visual clarity. Dual belt loops allow multiple carry options, and the fit is precise enough to keep the blade secure during movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Sheath Design Be Customized?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe sheath design is fixed—the geometric inlay and dual belt-loop configuration define this piece's character. What is customizable is engraving: add your initials or a brief inscription directly on the leather face of the sheath. Enter your desired text in the Custom Initials Engraving Instructions field before purchase, and our makers will hand-engrave it during production. The leather takes engraving clearly, and custom initials transform the knife into a personal keepsake. For design questions or longer text, contact \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@stagsteelknives.com\"\u003esupport@stagsteelknives.com\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering. Engraved knives are made to order, so allow extra production time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Should Damascus Steel Be Maintained?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDamascus steel contains high-carbon material and requires deliberate care to prevent rust and preserve the finish. After every use, clean and dry the blade thoroughly moisture left on the surface begins the oxidation cycle. Apply a light coat of knife oil, mineral oil, wax, or 3-in-1 oil before storage. Store in a clean, dry environment away from humidity, salt air, and chemicals. The Damascus pattern will develop a natural patina over time as the blade ages; this is normal and does not affect function. Regular maintenance keeps the edge sharp and prevents rust formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Is the Skinner Profile Suited to Cowboy Work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA skinner blade is short, broad, and slightly downswept—built for controlled cutting rather than aggressive chopping. The curve follows the contour of hide or material, allowing the edge to follow natural lines with minimal pressure. The short blade length (4 inches) gives precise control during detail work, while the broad spine provides backbone for draw cuts. Rope work, hide preparation, detail camp tasks, and general utility cutting all benefit from a skinner's geometry. Anyone after a broader straight blade should explore our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-bull-cutter-knives\"\u003ebull cutter knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs This Knife Suitable as a Personalized Gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAbsolutely. The handmade character, decorative leather sheath, and custom initials engraving make this knife an excellent choice for collectors, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who values functional craft. Each blade carries a unique Damascus pattern, and custom initials transform it into a personal keepsake. The sheath's geometric inlay and contrasting stitching give it display-worthy presence. Engraving options add meaningful personalization for anniversaries, birthdays, milestones, or marking a piece as part of someone's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does Handmade Mean Here?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery knife is individually forged and finished by hand. The blade is shaped by hammer and anvil, not stamped from stock. The pine cone handle is hand-selected for grain and colour, then individually shaped, sanded, and sealed. The leather sheath is hand-cut, hand-tooled for the geometric pattern, and hand-stitched throughout. The brass bolster is individually fitted. Natural variations in Damascus pattern, handle texture, blade patina, and sheath character are not defects they are evidence of handmade construction. No two knives are identical, which is precisely what makes each one valuable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Our Damascus Steel Cowboy Skinner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur skinner combines handmade high-carbon Damascus steel at 58 HRC, a hand-selected pine cone handle with solid brass bolster, and a hand-stitched leather sheath with decorative geometric inlay in an 8-inch package. Each blade carries a unique Damascus pattern. The sheath design elevates the knife from working tool to display piece. Optional custom initials engraving adds personal meaning. 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The sheep horn handle is heat-treated and polished to a natural cream finish, paired with a simple pancake leather sheath that keeps the knife flat against the body for comfortable all-day carry. Minimalist in design but purposeful in execution, this is a working knife built for ranch hands, hunters, collectors, and anyone who values no-nonsense functionality. Browse our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-cowboy-knives\"\u003ecowboy knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection for other rasp steel designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Are the Knife Specifications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade fixed blade skinner\/bull cutter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReclaimed farrier's rasp, high-carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad, flat skinner edge with slight curve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55-58 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheep horn, heat-treated and polished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural cream colour with gentle grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrip Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContoured for secure handling and control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRazor-sharp, hand-honed, ready to work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge Retention\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent holding power through extended use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine cow leather, pancake style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath Stitching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-stitched for durability and character\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath Carry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat belt attachment for all-day comfort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath Feature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecure blade fit, easy draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLanyard Loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather attachment at sheath base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCraft Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade reforged from reclaimed material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustomization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustom engraving available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Does Farrier's Rasp Make a Cowboy Blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFarrier's rasps begin as high-carbon tool steel because they must cut hoof horn day after day without going soft or dulling. The material sharpens keenly and resists wear through repetitive cutting. When reforged and taken to proper hardness, rasp steel delivers edge-holding power that outlasts softer materials through real work—rope cutting, hide prep, ranch utility, camp tasks. At 55-58 HRC, the blade balances hardness (which keeps the edge keen) with toughness (which prevents brittleness). Rasp steel also requires less maintenance than high-carbon Damascus, making it practical for working hands. More reforged blades sit in our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-rasp-steel-knives\"\u003erasp steel knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Sets Sheep Horn Apart as a Handle Material?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSheep horn is dense, naturally contoured, and finished to a warm cream tone that aged leather complements. The material doesn't swell or shrink with humidity the way wood does, so the handle stays tight and responsive. Sheep horn is lighter than hardwoods, reducing fatigue on long work days. The slight textural grain provides subtle grip without sharp edges, and the polish reveals the horn's natural translucent quality. Heat-treated for durability, it ages beautifully, developing patina where the hand grips most frequently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Does the Skinner Profile Work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe skinner blade is broad, slightly curved, and flat rather than deeply pointed. That geometry excels at precision cuts rope work, hide preparation, detail camp tasks, general utility cutting. The 4-inch blade length gives control without requiring excessive pressure; the broad spine provides backbone for draw cuts. The slight downs weep follows the natural contour of material, allowing the edge to track without fighting. Anyone after a straighter, broader cut should explore our\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/buy-bull-cutter-knives\"\u003ebull cutter knives\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e though this knife handles both profiles well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Pancake Sheath for All-Day Carry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe pancake sheath lies flat horizontally across the belt, keeping the knife accessible without the bulk or weight of a vertical drop. Nothing digs into ribs when you sit, ride, or lean forward. The flat profile means the handle doesn't snag on gear, canvas, or fence line. Belt slots are cut straight through the leather and stitched for durability, creating secure carry for ranch work, hunting, or trail camp. Hand-stitching adds character that matches the handmade knife itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Should Farrier Rasp Steel Be Maintained?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFarrier rasp steel is high-carbon and requires care to prevent rust and maintain the edge. After every use, clean and dry the blade thoroughly water or sweat left on the surface begins oxidation. Apply a light coat of knife oil, mineral oil, wax, or 3-in-1 oil before storage. Store in a dry environment away from humidity and salt air. The blade will develop a natural patina as it ages; this is normal and does not affect function. Sheep horn handles need minimal maintenance beyond keeping them out of sustained heat and direct sunlight. Regular care keeps your knife sharp, prevents rust, and allows character to develop naturally over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs This Knife Ready to Use Out of the Box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. The blade arrives hand-sharpened and tested, ready for immediate work. Unlike some knives that require seasoning or edge work before use, this skinner cuts from day one. The pancake sheath is broken in and fitted; the leather has been worked to a supple finish. You add oil before the first carry, then maintain the edge as you would any working knife. It is ready to work or display without preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Knife Be Custom Engraved?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePersonalised engraving is available on the sheep horn handle. Enter your text in the Custom Engraving Instructions field before adding to cart, and our makers will hand-engrave it during production. Sheep horn takes engraving clearly and adds a personal touch suitable for gifts wedding gifts, groomsmen gifts, Father's Day, birthdays, or milestones. For custom designs or longer text, contact \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:support@stagsteelknives.com\"\u003esupport@stagsteelknives.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e before ordering to confirm placement and sizing. Engraved knives are made to order, so allow extra production time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs This Knife Suitable as a Gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAbsolutely. The handmade character, practical design, ready-to-work condition, and optional custom engraving make this knife an excellent choice for cowboy and western enthusiasts, hunters, ranch workers, collectors, groomsmen, and anyone who values functional craft. The minimalist aesthetic works equally in a working environment or a collector's display. Custom engraving transforms it into a keepsake for Father's Day, weddings, birthdays, or marking a piece as part of someone's collection. The sheep horn handle's natural cream finish ages beautifully, developing character as the knife is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does Handmade Reforged Mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery knife begins with reclaimed farrier's rasp a material that has already served in demanding work. The rasp is then re-forged by hand: heated, shaped by hammer and anvil, and taken to proper hardness. This process removes old work stress from the material and creates a fresh blade that performs like new. The sheep horn handle is individually selected for color and grain, heat-treated, and hand-polished. The leather sheath is hand-cut and hand-stitched. Natural variations in horn color, blade finish, and sheath character are not defects they are evidence of handmade construction and reclaimed origin. Each knife carries history: the original life of the rasp, then its new life as a working blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Our Farrier Rasp Skinner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur skinner combines handmade reforged high-carbon farrier's rasp at 55-58 HRC, a heat-treated sheep horn handle with natural cream finish, and a hand-stitched pancake leather sheath in an 8-inch package. The blade arrives razor-sharp and ready to work. The minimalist design balances performance and beauty. Optional custom engraving makes it a personal gift for any occasion. Suited to ranch work, hunting, camp utility, collections, and anyone after a practical tool built for real use without pretense.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without engraving","offer_id":47340864045244,"sku":"BC-457","price":150.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with engraving","offer_id":47340864078012,"sku":"BC-457-1","price":170.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/sheep_horn_handle_of_farrier_rasp_skinner_knie.webp?v=1787952691"},{"product_id":"raindrop-damascus-chef-knife-set-wenge-wood-handle","title":"5-Piece Raindrop Damascus Chef Knife Set with Wenge Wood Handles and Leather Roll","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Our 5-Piece Raindrop Damascus Chef Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 5-Piece Raindrop Damascus Chef Knife Set with Wenge Wood Handles is a hand-forged kitchen collection built around five working blade profiles, polished steel bolsters, and a handmade suede leather roll. Each blade carries a raindrop Damascus pattern, also called pool-and-eye, formed by pressing dimples into the layered billet before the bar is forged flat again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern runs through the steel rather than sitting on the surface, so it stays visible as the blades are sharpened over the years. Browse the full range in our\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/kitchen-knives-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ekitchen knife sets collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included in Our Damascus Kitchen Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 dimpled santoku knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 kiritsuke-style chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 utility knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 petty knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 handmade suede leather roll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery knife shares the same handle profile, bolster finish, and blade pattern, so the set reads as one coordinated kit on the board and in the roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Estimated Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Chef Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur chef knife is the general-purpose blade of the set, suited to chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing. Compare individual profiles in our\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/chef-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehandmade chef knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 7.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Santoku Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hollow dimples along the blade face reduce suction and help wet slices release, which is useful for potato, cucumber, and firm cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 6.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 11.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Kiritsuke-Style Chef Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straighter edge and angled tip suit push cutting, herb work, and fine detail on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 6.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 11.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Utility Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur utility knife covers fruit, sandwiches, smaller vegetables, and meat trimming without the reach of a full chef knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 5.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 10 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Petty Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe petty knife gives the most control in the set for peeling, coring, deveining, and close trimming work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 9.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Blade Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-forged Damascus steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaindrop, also called pool-and-eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCutting Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolished plain edge, hand-ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolished steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed-blade kitchen knives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 kitchen knives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade suede leather roll\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePersonalization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngraving available at checkout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaindrop patterning is made by pressing or drilling shallow dimples into the forge-welded billet, grinding the high points back, then forging the bar flat so the displaced layers surface as concentric rings. Read our\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-the-best-steel-for-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eknife steel guide\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eto compare Damascus, carbon, stainless, and tool steel before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the Wenge Wood Handles Distinctive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWenge is a dense African hardwood with a dry density near 880 kg per cubic metre and a coarse, straight grain that reads as dark chocolate brown with lighter streaks. The weight sits well against a forward-balanced kitchen blade and gives the set a warm, low-gloss look next to the bright Damascus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handle is hand-contoured with a shaped finger relief behind the bolster and a swelled palm section, so the grip locates the same way every time you pick it up. A polished steel bolster caps the blade end, with a brass spacer on selected pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrain and streak placement differ between handles because every scale is cut and shaped by hand. No two sets in this run look identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does the Suede Leather Roll Provide?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur handmade suede leather roll gives each blade its own slot, which keeps edges from contacting one another during storage and transport. The roll-up format suits home kitchens, catering work, culinary students, and gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean and dry every knife fully before it goes back in the roll. Trapped moisture affects both the blade finish and the leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Should You Care for Damascus Kitchen Knives?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash each knife with mild soap and warm water, then dry the blade, bolster, and handle immediately with a soft cloth. Avoid dishwashers, long soaking, abrasive cleaners, bones, and frozen ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil before extended storage, and oil the wenge occasionally to keep the grain from drying out. Use a wood or knife-friendly board, since our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-cutting-board-for-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecutting board guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e explains which surfaces protect an edge and which chew through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharpen when cutting performance drops rather than waiting for the edge to fail. Our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e covers stones, angles, and method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Our 5-Piece Damascus Chef Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose our set for its five complementary blade profiles, hand-forged raindrop Damascus, dense wenge wood handles, polished steel bolsters, and handmade suede leather roll. Engraving is available at checkout if the set is going out as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooks who prefer a lower-maintenance stainless option should look at our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/j2-kitchen-knife-set-purple-resin-handle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e5-Piece J2 Stainless Steel Kitchen Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e Buyers who want a hammered finish and pakka wood instead can compare our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/carbon-damascus-kitchen-knife-set-pakka-wood-handle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e5-Piece Carbon Damascus Kitchen Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47423696699580,"sku":"0232","price":340.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47423696732348,"sku":"0232-1","price":370.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/5-Piece_Raindrop_Damascus_Chef_Knife_Set.webp?v=1788757784"},{"product_id":"etched-bbq-chef-knife-set-pine-cone-resin-handle","title":"5-Piece Etched BBQ and Chef Knife Set with Pine Cone Resin Handles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Our 5-Piece Etched BBQ and Chef Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 5-Piece Etched BBQ and Chef Knife Set with Pine Cone Resin Handles brings together a chef knife, a meat cleaver, a utility chef knife, a carving fork, and a boning knife. Every blade is cut from 12C27 Swedish stainless steel and carries etched wildlife artwork across the face, with a forged texture along the spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handles are cast pine cone resin in deep purple, paired with a contrasting light section, coloured laminate spacers, brass pins, and a lanyard tube. Browse the wider range in our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/kitchen-knives-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ekitchen knife sets\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included in Our BBQ Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 meat cleaver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 utility chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 carving fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 boning and skinning knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination covers breaking down larger cuts, chopping, portioning, carving at the table, and close trim work, which makes the set as useful at a smoker or grill as it is on a kitchen board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Estimated Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Chef Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longest blade in the set handles chopping, slicing, dicing, and general preparation. Compare single blades in our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/chef-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehandmade chef knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 8.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 13.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Meat Cleaver Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur cleaver carries the heaviest blade in the set, with a broad face for scooping prepared ingredients from the board and a finger hole through the rear for hanging storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the cleaver for vegetables, herbs, and boneless cuts. Avoid bone, frozen food, and other hard materials, since a stainless kitchen cleaver is not a bone splitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Utility Chef Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mid-length blade suits slicing cooked meat, portioning, sandwiches, fruit, and everyday preparation without the reach of the full chef knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Carving Fork Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo long tines hold a roast, brisket, or bird steady while you carve, and keep your guiding hand clear of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTine length: approximately 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Boning Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shortest blade gives the most control for boning, trimming silverskin, close detail work, and light skinning tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 9 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Blade Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12C27 Swedish stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComposition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 0.6% carbon, 13.5% chromium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 56 to 59 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEtched artwork with forged spine texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCutting Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-ground plain edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed-blade kitchen and BBQ tools\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 knives and 1 carving fork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePersonalization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngraving available at checkout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12C27 is a Sandvik stainless developed around a fine, even carbide structure. The 13.5% chromium content gives it real corrosion resistance for wet kitchen work, and the moderate carbon keeps it easy to bring back to a keen edge on a stone. Compare it against carbon, Damascus, and tool steels in our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-the-best-steel-for-knives\"\u003eknife steel\u003c\/a\u003e guide.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooks who want a layered forged pattern instead of a stainless blade should look at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/raindrop-damascus-chef-knife-set-wenge-wood-handle\"\u003e5-Piece Raindrop Damascus Chef Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the Pine Cone Resin Handles Distinctive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePine cone resin handles are made by casting whole pine cones in dyed resin, then cutting the cured block into scales. The scales in this set are dyed deep purple, so the cone scales read as gold and cream fans against the darker background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause every cone grows differently, the fan pattern lands in a different place on every handle. No two sets in a run are identical, and the handles within a single set will not match each other exactly either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handle is finished with a contrasting light front section, thin coloured laminate spacers, brass pins, and a lanyard tube through the butt. The resin is non-porous, so the grip stays stable in a wet kitchen and wipes clean without absorbing oils or odours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is Our Etched Knife Set For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mix of blades suits home cooks who grill and smoke, caterers carving on the pass, and anyone who breaks down larger cuts at home. Collectors buy it for the etched artwork and the cast resin handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngraving is available at checkout, which makes the set a practical option for a wedding, housewarming, or milestone gift. Our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/best-chef-knives\"\u003ebest chef knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e lists other pieces worth pairing with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Should You Care for 12C27 Kitchen Knives?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash each piece with mild soap and warm water, then dry the blade, spacers, and handle immediately. Stainless resists rust rather than being immune to it, so standing water and long soaking still cause spotting around the pins and bolster line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the set out of the dishwasher. Detergent and heat dull the etched contrast and stress the resin around the pins. Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil before long storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut on wood or a knife-friendly synthetic board rather than glass, stone, or steel, since our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-cutting-board-for-knives\"\u003ecutting board guide\u003c\/a\u003e explains how much edge damage a hard surface causes. Sharpen when performance drops, following our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e. 12C27 responds well to a standard stone and does not need diamond abrasives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Our 5-Piece Etched Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose our set for its five task-specific pieces, 12C27 Swedish stainless blades, etched wildlife artwork, cast pine cone resin handles, and available engraving. The stainless build makes it the lower-maintenance choice next to a carbon blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuyers weighing a stainless set with a fully decorative blade finish can also compare our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/j2-kitchen-knife-set-purple-resin-handle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e5-Piece J2 Stainless Steel Kitchen Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47423714394300,"sku":"0233","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47423714427068,"sku":"0233-1","price":380.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/5-Piece_Etched_BBQ_and_Chef_Knife_Set.webp?v=1788758448"},{"product_id":"hammered-damascus-chef-knife-set-turquoise-inlay-handle","title":"5-Piece Hammered Damascus Chef Knife Set with Turquoise Inlay Handles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Estimated Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Chef Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longest blade in the set handles chopping, slicing, dicing, and general preparation. Compare individual pieces in our \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/chef-knives\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echef knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 8.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 13.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 2.5 to 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Slicing Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straighter edge and angled kiritsuke tip suit push cutting, portioning cooked meat, and fine herb work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 13 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 2.2 to 2.8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Vegetable Cleaver Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe broad rectangular blade gives knuckle clearance above the board and a wide face for moving prepared ingredients across to the pan. The thicker spine gives it the weight to drop through dense vegetables without forcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 7.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 12.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade width: approximately 2.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 2.8 to 3.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the cleaver for vegetables, herbs, fruit, and boneless cuts. Avoid bone, frozen food, and other hard materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Utility Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur utility knife covers fruit, sandwiches, smaller vegetables, and meat trimming without the reach of a full chef knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 2.3 to 2.8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Compact Chef Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shortest chef profile in the set gives closer control for smaller boards, tighter prep, and cooks who find a full-size chef knife unwieldy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 10.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 2.2 to 2.6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements are approximate because every blade is forged and ground by hand, so small variations between individual sets are normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does the Hammered Blade Finish Do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scalloped hammer marks worked across each bevel are more than decoration. Dimpling the blade face reduces the contact area between steel and food, which lets air break the suction that makes potato, cucumber, and apple slices cling to a flat blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood release depends more on the grind behind the edge than on the texture alone, so treat the hammered finish as a helpful addition rather than a cure for sticking. Every hammer strike lands slightly differently, which is why no two blades in the set carry an identical texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the Turquoise Inlay Handles Distinctive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handle combines dark rosewood with a turquoise inlay band set behind the blade, framed by a black spacer and secured with brass pins. The pale blue stone against warm rosewood grain is a long-standing Western knifemaking pairing, and it gives the set a strong visual signature on an open board or a magnetic rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRosewood is dense and close-grained, which suits kitchen use, but it stays porous. Keep the handles dry and treat them occasionally with a food-safe oil to stop the grain from drying out around the pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrain and vein placement differ on every handle, so no two knives in a set match exactly and no two sets are the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is Our Damascus Knife Set For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade mix suits home cooks who want one coordinated kit instead of mismatched knives, keen cooks who prefer a forged blade to a stamped one, and collectors who buy for the pattern and the handle work. Engraving is available at checkout, which makes the set a practical wedding, anniversary, or housewarming gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/best-chef-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebest chef knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e lists individual pieces worth pairing with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Should You Care for Damascus Kitchen Knives?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash each knife with mild soap and warm water, then dry the blade, spacer, and handle immediately with a soft cloth. Damascus built on carbon steels will spot if left wet, and standing water damages rosewood around the pin line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the set out of the dishwasher. Heat and detergent dull the pattern contrast and dry the handles out. Apply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil to the blades before long storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut on wood or a knife-friendly synthetic board rather than glass, stone, or steel, since our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-cutting-board-for-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecutting board guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e covers how much edge damage a hard surface causes. Sharpen when performance drops using our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e, and take care to preserve the hammered texture near the bevel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Our 5-Piece Hammered Damascus Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose our set for its five complementary blade profiles, hand-forged Damascus with a hammered finish, rosewood handles with turquoise inlay, brass pin construction, and available engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooks who want a lower-maintenance stainless blade should compare our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/j2-kitchen-knife-set-purple-resin-handle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e5-Piece J2 Stainless Steel Kitchen Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e. Buyers who prefer a pool-and-eye pattern with wenge handles can look at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/raindrop-damascus-chef-knife-set-wenge-wood-handle\"\u003e5-Piece Raindrop Damascus Chef Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47424097452220,"sku":"0234","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47424097484988,"sku":"0234-1","price":380.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/5-Piece_Hammered_Damascus_Chef_Knife_Set.webp?v=1788759085"},{"product_id":"damascus-chef-knife-set-ocean-resin-handle","title":"5-Piece Damascus Chef Knife Set with Ocean Resin Handles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Our 5-Piece Damascus Chef Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 5-Piece Damascus Chef Knife Set with Ocean Resin Handles brings together five working blade profiles in hand-forged Damascus steel. Every blade carries a flowing layered pattern with a scaled hammer texture worked across the mid-section, and every handle pairs poured resin in teal, cream, and soft coral with a black bolster and brass pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set covers chopping, slicing, portioning, and everyday preparation without duplicated blades. Browse the wider range in our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/kitchen-knives-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ekitchen knife sets collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included in Our Damascus Kitchen Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 slicing knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 chef cleaver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 santoku knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 utility knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece shares the same handle build and blade finish, so the set reads as one coordinated kit on a board or a magnetic rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Estimated Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Chef Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longest blade in the set handles chopping, slicing, dicing, and general preparation. Compare individual pieces in our\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/chef-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehandmade chef knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 8.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 13.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 2.5 to 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Slicing Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrower blade and long straight edge suit brisket, roast, poultry, and fish, where a single clean draw matters more than a rocking motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 13 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 2.2 to 2.8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Chef Cleaver Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe broad curved blade gives knuckle clearance above the board and a wide face for moving prepared ingredients across to the pan. The heavier spine lets it drop through dense vegetables without forcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 7.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 12.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade width: approximately 2.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 2.8 to 3.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the cleaver for vegetables, herbs, fruit, and boneless cuts. Avoid bone, frozen food, and other hard materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Santoku Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shorter, flatter profile suits push cutting rather than rocking, which works well for vegetables, herbs, and boneless meat on a smaller board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 2.3 to 2.8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Utility Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur utility knife covers fruit, sandwiches, smaller vegetables, and meat trimming without the reach of a full chef knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: approximately 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: approximately 4.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approximately 10.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness: approximately 2.2 to 2.6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements are approximate because every blade is forged and ground by hand, so small variations between individual sets are normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Blade Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-forged Damascus steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel Combination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15N20 and 1095\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLayer Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 4 layers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus pattern with scaled hammer texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCutting Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-ground plain edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack horn with brass pins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed-blade kitchen knives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 kitchen knives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePersonalization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngraving available at checkout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForge-welding two steels and folding the billet produces the layered pattern, which is structural rather than applied to the surface. The pattern stays visible as the blades are sharpened over the years. Compare Damascus against stainless, carbon, and tool steels in our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-the-best-steel-for-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eknife steel guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does the Hammered Blade Texture Do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scaled hammer marks running across the mid-blade reduce the contact area between steel and food. Air breaks the suction that makes potato, cucumber, and apple slices cling to a flat blade, so cut pieces drop away instead of stacking up on the side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind geometry behind the edge affects food release more than surface texture does, so treat the hammered face as a useful addition rather than a complete fix for sticking. Every strike lands slightly differently, which is why no two blades in the set carry an identical texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the Ocean Resin Handles Distinctive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handle is poured resin swirled in teal, cream, and soft coral, then cut, shaped, and polished. Colour placement is decided by how the pigments move in the pour rather than by a repeatable pattern, so no two handles match, including within a single set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA black bolster sits between the resin and the blade, secured with brass pins that carry through to the resin section. The sculpted profile flares at the butt, which gives the hand something to pull against during longer prep sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCured resin is non-porous, so the grip stays dimensionally stable in a wet kitchen and wipes clean without absorbing oils or odours. Unlike wood, it does not need oiling or seasonal conditioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is Our Damascus Knife Set For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade mix suits home cooks who want one coordinated kit instead of mismatched knives, cooks who prefer a forged blade to a stamped one, and collectors who buy for the pattern and handle work. Engraving is available at checkout, which makes the set a practical wedding, anniversary, or housewarming gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/best-chef-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebest chef knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e lists individual pieces worth pairing with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Should You Care for Damascus Kitchen Knives?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash each knife with mild soap and warm water, then dry the blade, bolster, and handle immediately with a soft cloth. Damascus built on carbon steels spots if left wet, and standing water works its way into the joint between resin and bolster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the set out of the dishwasher. Heat and detergent dull the pattern contrast and stress the resin around the pins. Apply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil to the blades before long storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut on wood or a knife-friendly synthetic board rather than glass, stone, or steel, since our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-cutting-board-for-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecutting board guide\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ecovers how much edge damage a hard surface causes. Sharpen when performance drops using our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e taking care to preserve the hammered texture above the bevel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Our 5-Piece Damascus Chef Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose our set for its five complementary blade profiles, hand-forged Damascus with a scaled hammer texture, poured resin handles that no two sets share, black bolsters with brass pins, and available engraving. The resin handles are the lower-maintenance option next to wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooks who prefer a natural handle material can compare our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/raindrop-damascus-chef-knife-set-wenge-wood-handle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e5-Piece Raindrop Damascus Chef Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewith wenge wood. Buyers who want an easier-maintenance stainless blade should look at our\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/j2-kitchen-knife-set-purple-resin-handle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e5-Piece J2 Stainless Steel Kitchen Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47424121340092,"sku":"0235","price":345.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47424121372860,"sku":"0235-1","price":375.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/Close-up_of_Damascus_blade_showing_layered_pattern_and_scaled_hammer_texture.webp?v=1788760008"},{"product_id":"copper-damascus-chef-knife-set-resin-wood-handle","title":"5-Piece Copper Damascus Chef Knife Set with Leather Roll","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Our 5-Piece Copper Damascus Chef Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 5-Piece Copper Damascus Chef Knife Set is a hand-forged kitchen collection built from pattern-welded steel with real copper layers forged into the billet. The copper appears as warm rose-gold lines running alongside the steel pattern, which is something standard Damascus cannot produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery knife carries an octagonal handle combining amber resin with a wood panel and dark bolster bands, and the set ships in a genuine leather roll. Browse the wider range in our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/kitchen-knives-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ekitchen knife sets collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included in Our Copper Damascus Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 nakiri vegetable knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 utility knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 petty knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 paring knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 genuine leather roll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree custom name engraving is available at checkout, so the set can carry a name, date, or short message without an added charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Chef Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longest blade in the set handles chopping, slicing, dicing, and general preparation. Compare individual pieces in our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/chef-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehandmade chef knives collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 7.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 12.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Nakiri Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe squared tip and flat edge suit straight push cuts through vegetables, where the full length of the edge meets the board on every stroke. The tall blade also gives knuckle clearance and a wide face for moving prepared ingredients to the pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Utility Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur utility knife covers fruit, sandwiches, smaller vegetables, and meat trimming without the reach of a full chef knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 5.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 10.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Petty Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe petty knife handles close work that a larger blade cannot reach cleanly, including trimming, segmenting citrus, and detail cuts held in hand rather than on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 10 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are the Paring Knife Measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shortest blade in the set gives the most control for peeling, coring, deveining, and any task done off the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 9 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are the Blade Specifications?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-forged copper Damascus, also called Cu-Mai\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel Combination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1095 and 15N20 with forge-welded copper layers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59 to 60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWave pattern with copper lines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCutting Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-ground plain edge, hardened steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrosion Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot stainless, requires drying after use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctagonal resin and wood with decorative rivets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine leather roll included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 kitchen knives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePersonalization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree custom name engraving at checkout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper melts at a lower temperature than steel, so the billet has to reach a controlled brazing heat that bonds the copper without letting it run out. Get the heat wrong and the layers delaminate. Our guide to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-copper-damascus-cu-mai\"\u003ewhat copper Damascus Cu-Mai actually is\u003c\/a\u003e explains the full process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe copper is decorative and sits above the bevel. The cutting edge itself is hardened 1095, so edge performance matches a standard carbon Damascus blade. Compare the options in our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/what-is-the-best-steel-for-knives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eknife steel guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the Octagonal Handles Distinctive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handle uses an octagonal wa-style profile rather than a contoured western grip. The flat facets let you rotate the knife and know exactly where the edge is pointing by feel, which is why the shape has stayed in use in Japanese kitchens for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmber resin panels are paired with a wood section and framed by dark bolster bands, with decorative rivets and copper accents echoing the blade. Because the resin is poured and the wood grain runs differently on every scale, no two handles look the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOctagonal handles suit a pinch grip well, since the facets give the thumb and forefinger a defined edge to register against. Cooks used to a moulded western handle may need a few sessions to adjust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does the Leather Roll Provide?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe genuine leather roll gives each blade its own slot, keeping edges from contacting one another in storage or transport. The roll format suits home kitchens, catering work, culinary students, and gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry every knife fully before it goes back in the roll. Trapped moisture affects a carbon Damascus blade quickly, and it damages the leather over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Should You Care for Copper Damascus Knives?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper Damascus is not stainless. Hand wash each knife with mild soap and warm water, then dry the blade, handle, and rivets immediately. Leaving a blade wet, or letting acidic food sit on it, will cause spotting or rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the set out of the dishwasher entirely. Apply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil to the blades before storage, and reapply if the set sits unused for more than a few weeks. The copper lines will develop a darker patina over time, which is normal and can be brightened with a gentle metal polish if you prefer the original tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut on wood or a knife-friendly synthetic board rather than glass, stone, or steel, since our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-cutting-board-for-knives\"\u003ecutting board guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers how much edge damage a hard surface causes. Sharpen when performance drops using our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-way-to-sharpen-a-knife\"\u003eknife sharpening guide\u003c\/a\u003e. Hardened 1095 at 59 to 60 HRC takes a keen edge on ordinary stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Our Copper Damascus Chef Knife Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose our set for its five complementary blade profiles, genuine forge-welded copper layers, hardened 1095 cutting edges, octagonal resin and wood handles, included leather roll, and free engraving. Copper Damascus is harder to forge than standard Damascus, and the warm rose-gold lines are not something an etch or coating can reproduce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuyers who want a standard silver-grey Damascus pattern with wood handles can compare our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/raindrop-damascus-chef-knife-set-wenge-wood-handle\"\u003e5-Piece Raindrop Damascus Chef Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e. Cooks who prefer a stainless blade with lower upkeep should look at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/j2-kitchen-knife-set-purple-resin-handle\"\u003e5-Piece J2 Stainless Steel Kitchen Knife Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":47425885339836,"sku":"0236","price":800.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife with Engraving","offer_id":47425885372604,"sku":"0236-1","price":850.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/copper-damascus-knife-set-leather-roll-open.webp?v=1788783983"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/new-arrivals.oembed?page=4","provider":"Stag Steel Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}