{"product_id":"karambit-knife-with-5-inch-raindrop-damascus-blade-and-red-pakkawood-handle","title":"Karambit Knife with 5-Inch Raindrop Damascus Blade and Red Pakkawood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Karambit knife is hand-forged from a 512-layer billet of 1075 high carbon and 4340 stainless steels, creating a distinct raindrop pattern across the blade. The steel is hardened to 55–58 HRC, providing a balance of toughness and edge-holding capability suitable for demanding work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe full-tang construction extends into a 4-inch handle, shaped for a secure grip. The scales are made from stabilised red pakkawood, accented with intricate mosaic and brass pins for both durability and visual detail. The traditional karambit finger ring at the pommel offers enhanced retention and control during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally developed for agricultural and utility purposes, this style of knife is effective for tasks requiring a pulling or hooking cut. It is suitable for detailed cutting work, collection, or as a functional piece of blade craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\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\u003eOverall length of 9 inches (229 mm) from blade tip to finger ring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-inch (127 mm) hand-forged blade in a distinctive raindrop Damascus pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged from 512 layers of 1075 high carbon and 4340 stainless steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic 4-inch (102 mm) red pakkawood handle with brass and mosaic pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade hardened and tempered to 55–58 HRC for durable edge retention.\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":53486054474071,"sku":"OO-T1X4-K61O","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/1623\/3559\/files\/0-final_4cbdf25d-9a27-47ba-bd1a-ec9c1608e3ba.jpg?v=1778090592","url":"https:\/\/www.toolsmithltd.co.uk\/products\/karambit-knife-with-5-inch-raindrop-damascus-blade-and-red-pakkawood-handle","provider":"Toolsmith Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}