{"product_id":"mini-damascus-steel-axe-7-inch-with-wood-and-brass-handle-and-leather-sheath","title":"Mini Damascus Steel Axe, 7-inch, with Wood and Brass Handle and Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact and functional hand axe, forged from Damascus steel. The head is created by folding and forge-welding steel layers, resulting in a distinctive pattern and a durable cutting edge. Each axe's pattern is unique due to the hand-forging process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 7-inch (178 mm) overall length provides excellent control for detailed work. Its handle is crafted from wood with brass bolsters and decorative mosaic pins, offering a comfortable and secure grip. The axe is supplied with a stitched leather sheath to protect the blade when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for various workshop tasks, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarving and shaping wood for models and prototypes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall-scale green woodworking or craft projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral kindling splitting and light-duty chopping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\"\u003e178 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\"\u003eMosaic\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\u003eHand-forged Damascus steel head with over 246 distinct layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length of approximately 7 inches (178 mm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle constructed from wood with brass fittings and mosaic pin details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a stitched leather sheath for safe storage and transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced weight of 500g for controlled, precise chopping and carving.\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":53461120188759,"sku":"RI-HLZJ-WWOR","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/1623\/3559\/files\/toolsmith-mini-damascus-steel-axe-7-inch-with-wood-and-brass-handle-an-nb2_ce5330f2-3514-43a3-a17e-90c5073a90aa.jpg?v=1777925072","url":"https:\/\/www.toolsmithltd.co.uk\/products\/mini-damascus-steel-axe-7-inch-with-wood-and-brass-handle-and-leather-sheath","provider":"Toolsmith Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}