{"product_id":"hand-forged-karambit-knife-127mm-5-damascus-steel-blade-with-pakkawood-handle","title":"Hand-Forged Karambit Knife, 127mm (5\") Damascus Steel Blade with Pakkawood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hand-forged karambit knife features a distinctive 'fire' patterned Damascus steel blade. The blade is constructed from 512 layers of 4340 stainless and 1075 high-carbon steel, providing a balance of toughness and edge-holding capability with a Rockwell hardness of 55-58 HRC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe full-tang construction ensures strength and balance. Its handle is shaped from resilient black Pakkawood, accented with brass pins and a spacer for a secure and comfortable grip. The traditional karambit finger ring offers enhanced control and retention during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for tasks requiring precision and a pulling cut, this knife is suitable for leatherwork, pattern cutting, scribing lines on various materials, and general workshop use.\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\"\u003e127 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\"\u003ePakkawood\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\"\u003ePattern-welded (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%\"\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\"\u003e—\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 is hand-forged from 512 layers of 4340 stainless and 1075 high-carbon steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardened and tempered to a Rockwell hardness of 55-58 HRC for durable edge retention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic handle is crafted from black Pakkawood, secured with brass pins and a spacer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length of 241mm (9.5\") with a 127mm (5\") blade and 114mm (4.5\") handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive karambit claw shape offers precise control for pulling cuts and scoring.\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=\"\/blogs\/news\/damascus-steel-patina-rust-daily-care-uk-guide\"\u003eDamascus Steel Care: A Guide to Patina, Rust \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/damascus-knife-blades\"\u003eBrowse all Damascus Knife Blades\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Toolsmith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53485376766295,"sku":"2G-9BPX-43MK","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/1623\/3559\/files\/0-final-repolished.jpg?v=1778081909","url":"https:\/\/www.toolsmithltd.co.uk\/products\/hand-forged-karambit-knife-127mm-5-damascus-steel-blade-with-pakkawood-handle","provider":"Toolsmith Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}