{"product_id":"damascus-steel-billet-160x30x3mm-patterned-diy-knife-making-blank","title":"Damascus Steel Billet 160×30×3mm – DIY Knife Making Blank","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eDamascus Steel Billet – Premium Patterned Forging Blank for DIY Blade Making\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraft the blade you've always envisioned with this high-quality \u003cstrong\u003eDamascus steel billet\u003c\/strong\u003e. Measuring \u003cstrong\u003e160 × 30 × 3mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this forged steel blank is vacuum cryogenically heat-treated to HRC 58° ± 1, delivering exceptional density, toughness, and edge-holding performance. Whether you're a seasoned bladesmith or a passionate DIY hobbyist, this billet gives you the raw material to create stunning, long-lasting cutting tools from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Mainland China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Damascus Steel Billet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Patterned Damascus Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e – Available in 8 striking pattern variants: Feather, Dot, Paddy, Bubble, Peacock Feather, Keel, Nebula, and Button.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum Cryogenic Heat Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e – Enhances structural integrity, toughness, and long-term sharpness retention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlat Ground \u0026amp; Pre-Pickled Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ready for grinding and shaping; simply re-pickle after forming or opening the bevel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Density Forged Clamp Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e – Greater material density means a harder-wearing blade with extended usable life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY-Friendly Blank\u003c\/strong\u003e – Works with standard angle grinders and bench grinders for at-home crafting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Damascus Pattern Steel, HRC 58° ± 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160 × 30 × 3mm (approx. 6.3 × 1.2 × 0.1 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125g (approx. 4.4 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat ground and simple pickling applied; additional pickling recommended after molding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feather \/ Dot \/ Paddy \/ Bubble \/ Peacock Feather \/ Keel \/ Nebula \/ Button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDue to the hand-forging and cutting process, size tolerance is ±1–3mm and thickness tolerance is ±0.1–0.2mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePattern texture and thickness may vary between both sides due to the nature of forged Damascus steel — this is a characteristic of all patterned steel blanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinor stress deformation from heat treatment is normal and can be corrected by straightening with a hammer, thanks to the blank's high toughness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA grinder or angle grinder is required for shaping; these tools are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × Damascus Steel Billet (160 × 30 × 3mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More from Our Store\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove crafting and working with your hands? Check out these related products:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bincoo-3-valve-316-stainless-steel-moka-pot-single-dual-valve-option-home-outdoor-espresso-coffee-maker\"\u003eBincoo 3-Valve 316 Stainless Steel Moka Pot – Precision Engineering for Home \u0026amp; Outdoor Use\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/2-3m-car-drain-cleaning-brush-sunroof-pipe-detailing-tool\"\u003e2.3m Flexible Car Drain Cleaning Brush – Handy Tool for Hard-to-Reach Spots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/personal-protective-equipment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA on personal protective equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What Damascus steel patterns are available for this 160×30×3mm billet?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This Damascus steel billet is available in 8 unique pattern options: Feather, Dot, Paddy, Bubble, Peacock Feather, Keel, Nebula, and Button. Each pattern is formed during the forging process, giving every billet a one-of-a-kind appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What tools do I need to shape this Damascus steel billet into a blade?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: You will need basic bladesmithing tools such as an angle grinder or bench grinder to shape and bevel the billet. Additional pickling solution is recommended after forming the blade edge. The billet arrives flat-ground and pre-pickled, so it's ready to work with right out of the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the size of the Damascus billet exact?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Due to the hand-forging and manual cutting process inherent to Damascus steel production, there is a size tolerance of ±1–3mm and a thickness tolerance of ±0.1–0.2mm. This is standard for all forged patterned steel blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the hardness rating of this Damascus steel billet?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This billet is heat-treated to HRC 58° ± 1, making it an excellent choice for producing sharp, durable cutting tools with superior edge retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- production-packaging-notice --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Packaging Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. 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