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9.5 inch hand forged Damascus steel cleaver with red wood handle and leather sheath

Damascus Depot

Damascus Depot 9.5" Butcher Cleaver Red Wood Handle Leather Sheath

SKU CH-4MCZ-B3Q65

Hand-forged Damascus steel cleaver with a 5.5 inch edge and 56-58 HRC hardness, supplied with a leather sheath

  • Knife sheathIncluded
  • Blade materialDamascus steel
  • Handle constructionWood
  • Product typeFillet Knives
  • Product colorRed
  • Hand-forged Damascus blade folded from 1095 and 15N20 steel
  • 5 inch cutting edge for precise butchering tasks
  • Hardened to 56–58 HRC for lasting edge retention
  • Red wood handle with brass and mosaic pins for secure grip
  • Thick cowhide leather sheath with belt loop included

Hand-forged Damascus cleaver

The Damascus Depot butcher cleaver is a 9.5-inch hand-forged knife built from folded 1095 and 15N20 high-carbon steel. Its twist-pattern blade is hardened to 56 to 58 HRC and fitted with a coloured wood handle secured by three brass and mosaic pins. A thick cow-hide leather sheath with a belt loop is included for carry and storage.

Carbon-steel care limits

The high-carbon blade will rust if moisture is left on the surface or if the knife is stored long-term in the leather sheath, which can absorb water. The supplier advises cleaning and oiling the blade after every use, applying cooking oil for kitchen work, and using WD-40 only if rust appears. It is not a stainless tool and demands consistent maintenance.

Ready to use with sharpness caution

The cleaver arrives factory-sharp and the sheath slides on for immediate belt carry; no assembly is required. The main risk is accidental cuts during the first unpacking and use because of the keen edge. Improper storage in a damp sheath is the typical cause of corrosion, so keep the blade dry and oiled when not in service.

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Price $56.99
Pricier than about 68% of the 256 comparable items (median $43.99).

Specifications

Product
Product typeFillet Knives
Product colorRed
Size & build
Blade materialDamascus steel
Handle constructionWood
In the box
Knife sheathIncluded

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 9.5 inch overall length or the 5.5 inch cutting edge for heavy butchering?

The 9.5 inch overall length gives you the leverage and weight needed for splitting bone, while the 5.5 inch edge provides the precise control for trimming and portioning.

What does 56 to 58 HRC hardness mean when I am breaking down a carcass?

At 56 to 58 HRC the blade holds a keen edge through repeated heavy cuts yet is tough enough to resist chipping when it strikes bone or frozen meat.

How does the hand forged Damascus steel with 1095 and 15N20 layers perform in a busy kitchen?

The hundreds of folded layers create a blade that stays sharp longer than simple carbon steel, but you must dry and oil it after each use to prevent rust.

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