{"product_id":"8-inch-damascus-steel-hatchet-with-exotic-wood-handle-and-leather-sheath","title":"8-inch Damascus Steel Hatchet with Exotic Wood Handle and Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact and functional hatchet, forged from a billet of 1095 and 15N20 high-carbon steels. The blade is hand-folded five times to produce a distinctive twist pattern with over 246 layers, offering a durable and sharp edge for general-purpose work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe axe has an overall length of approximately 8 inches (203 mm), providing good balance and control. Its full tang construction is fitted with an exotic wood handle, secured with brass and mosaic pins, and features a lanyard hole for retention. A stitched leather sheath is included to protect the blade and user when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for a range of tasks including light wood carving, kindling preparation, or as a collectible piece for enthusiasts of forged steel craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c!-- toolsmith:damascus-specs-block:v2 --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:16px 0;color:#1a1a1a\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#f7f1e3;color:#1a1a1a;font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eBlade length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#ffffff;color:#1a1a1a\"\u003e203 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#f7f1e3;color:#1a1a1a;font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#ffffff;color:#1a1a1a\"\u003eMosaic pin \/ mixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#f7f1e3;color:#1a1a1a;font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eSteel pattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#ffffff;color:#1a1a1a\"\u003eTwist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#f7f1e3;color:#1a1a1a;font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eBlade steel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#ffffff;color:#1a1a1a\"\u003eDamascus pattern-welded steel (1095 + 15N20)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#f7f1e3;color:#1a1a1a;font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#ffffff;color:#1a1a1a\"\u003eLeather sheath included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#f7f1e3;color:#1a1a1a;font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eEach piece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0d8c6;background:#ffffff;color:#1a1a1a\"\u003eOne-of-a-kind — pattern variation, photo is the actual piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- toolsmith:safety-block:knives-axes:v1 --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge 18+ only.\u003c\/strong\u003e By placing this order you confirm you are 18 or over. The courier will request photo ID at delivery and return the parcel if no eligible adult is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarrying in public.\u003c\/strong\u003e Under section 139 of the Criminal Justice Act 1988 (with equivalents in Scotland and Northern Ireland), it is an offence to have any bladed or sharply pointed article in a public place without good reason or lawful authority. Carry your purchase only when transporting it directly to and from a workplace, workshop, fieldcraft course, hunting estate, or other lawful use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a sharp working tool, not a weapon. Cut away from the body, keep fingers behind the edge, sheathe before storing, and keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe dry after every use and apply a thin film of mineral or camellia oil to prevent rust — high-carbon and Damascus steels will spot or patina if left damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e UK addresses only. Signature and photo ID required at delivery. We cannot ship to PO Boxes, parcel lockers, or addresses outside the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiability.\u003c\/strong\u003e Toolsmith Ltd accepts no responsibility for injury, damage, or legal consequences arising from the misuse, unlawful possession, or unlawful use of any tool sold on this site. The buyer is solely responsible for lawful and safe use. Full terms in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/knives-and-axes-guide\"\u003eknives \u0026amp; axes guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade forged from 1095 and 15N20 high-carbon steels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-folded five times to create a 246+ layer twist pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures approximately 8 inches (203 mm) in overall length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExotic wood handle detailed with brass and mosaic pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied with a stitched leather sheath for safe storage and transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- TS:RELATED-GUIDES v1 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ts-related-guides\" style=\"margin-top:2em;padding:1em;border-top:1px solid #e0d4c0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 .5em 0;font-size:1.1em;\"\u003eRelated buying guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:1.2em;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/choosing-a-damascus-knife-uk-buyers-guide\"\u003eChoosing a Damascus Knife in the UK: A Collector's Buyer Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/damascus-knife-sharpening-whetstones-uk-guide-2026\"\u003eHow to Sharpen Damascus Knives with Whetstones\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/damascus-axe-hatchet\"\u003eBrowse all Damascus Axes \u0026amp; Hatchets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Toolsmith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53461144633687,"sku":"QF-JNUQ-ZLTS","price":48.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/1623\/3559\/files\/toolsmith-8-inch-damascus-steel-hatchet-with-exotic-wood-handle-and-le-nb2_2d65dbe7-95c4-4b3a-864a-f1ab07d7ee66.jpg?v=1777925117","url":"https:\/\/www.toolsmithltd.co.uk\/products\/8-inch-damascus-steel-hatchet-with-exotic-wood-handle-and-leather-sheath","provider":"Toolsmith Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}