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Hand-forged Damascus Bowie knife with rosewood handle and brass cap, leather sheath

Damascus Depot

Damascus Depot 12.5" Hunting Bowie Knife Rose Wood Brass Cap 7.5" Blade 56-58 HRC

SKU CH-089Y-3T7PW

Hand-forged 12.5" Bowie knife with 7.5" 200-layer Damascus blade hardened to 56-58 HRC and rosewood handle

  • Product typeHunting Knives
  • 5" overall length gives reach for field tasks
  • 5" Damascus blade forged from 1095 and 15N20 steel
  • 200-layer twist pattern delivers a hard 56-58 HRC edge
  • 75" rose wood handle with brass spacers and guard ensures a secure grip
  • Thick leather sheath with belt loop protects the blade during carry

Hand-forged Damascus hunting Bowie

This 12.5 inch hand-forged Damascus steel Bowie knife is built for hunters and outdoor users who want a traditional fixed blade with a distinctive twist pattern. The 7.50 inch blade is forged from 1095 and 15N20 high and low carbon steel folded into over 200 layers. Hardness reaches 56 to 58 HRC after heat treatment.

Carbon steel care and leather sheath

High carbon content means the blade can rust if not maintained; wipe it clean after use and apply oil or wax before storage. The supplier advises against long-term storage in the supplied leather sheath because leather can absorb moisture. A thick cow leather sheath with a belt loop is included for daily carry.

Rose wood handle with brass fittings

The 4.75 inch handle uses sliced rose wood scales separated by brass spacers, topped with an engraved brass cap and a finger guard with a red fiber spacer. This construction gives a secure grip for heavy cutting tasks. Buyers who need a folding knife or a stainless steel blade that requires less frequent oiling should look elsewhere.

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Price $77.99
Pricier than about 78% of the 256 comparable items (median $43.99).

Specifications

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Product typeHunting Knives

Questions about this item

How is the 4.75" rose wood handle with brass spacers and engraved brass cap fitted to the tang?

The handle scales are secured to the full tang with brass spacers and an engraved brass pommel cap, creating a solid grip for the 12.5" overall length.

What maintenance does the 200-layer Damascus blade of 1095 and 15N20 steel require to prevent rust?

Clean and oil the 5 mm thick blade after each use, never store it long-term in the leather sheath, and apply WD-40 if rust appears on the high-carbon steel.

At what point does the 56-58 HRC hardness limit edge retention during extended field dressing?

The 56 to 58 HRC hardness holds a keen edge well but will eventually roll rather than chip under heavy, sustained cutting, requiring periodic stropping to restore sharpness.

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