Swayboo Damascus Steel DIY Knife Blank – One-Piece Fixed Blade
Craft your own premium fixed-blade knife with this stunning Swayboo Damascus Steel Knife Blank. Forged from VG10 Damascus steel and finished with pickling and mirror polishing, this semi-finished blade blank offers serious craftsmanship for knife makers, outdoor enthusiasts, and EDC hobbyists alike. The one-piece full-tang Damascus steel construction ensures exceptional strength, balance, and a distinctive layered pattern that makes every blade unique.
Whether you're building your first custom knife or adding to a growing collection, this blank gives you a head start with professional-grade materials ready for your personal handle finishing and customization.
Key Specifications
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Total Length: 19.5 cm
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Blade Length: 8.5 cm
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Handle Length: 11.5 cm
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Widest Blade Width: 2.7 cm
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Blade Thickness: 3 mm
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Blade Material: VG10 Damascus Steel
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Handle Material: One-Piece Damascus Steel (full tang)
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Hardness: 58 HRC
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Blade Angle: ≤ 60°
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Surface Treatment: Pickling + Mirror Polishing
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Net Weight: 89 grams
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Type: Fixed Blade (No lock, no spring)
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Blade: Sharp (pre-sharpened)
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Customizable: Yes – DIY semi-finished for handle crafting
Why Choose This Damascus Knife Blank?
- 🔪 VG10 Damascus Steel Core – Premium layered steel prized by bladesmiths for its durability and striking visual pattern
- 🔩 One-Piece Full-Tang Design – Maximum structural integrity from tip to tang, ideal for heavy-duty outdoor and EDC use
- ✨ Mirror-Polished Finish – Acid-pickled and polished to reveal the authentic Damascus wave pattern
- 🛠️ Semi-Finished for DIY – Ready for your custom handle material of choice (wood, resin, bone, G10, and more)
- ⚖️ Lightweight at 89g – Compact and balanced for everyday carry or outdoor use once completed
- 🏕️ Versatile Use – Perfect for camping, bushcraft, hiking, and EDC when finished
Made in Mainland China.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this Damascus steel knife blank ready to use straight out of the box?
A: This is a semi-finished DIY knife blank, meaning the blade is fully formed, sharpened, and polished, but the handle section is left unfinished so you can add your own custom handle material (wood, resin, G10, bone, etc.). It is not a complete, ready-to-use knife until a handle is attached and secured.
Q: What steel is used in this knife blank and how hard is it?
A: The blade is crafted from VG10 Damascus steel — a high-performance layered steel known for its edge retention, strength, and beautiful wave-patterned appearance. It is heat-treated to 58 HRC, striking an excellent balance between hardness and toughness for outdoor and EDC applications.
Q: Can I customize the handle on this knife blank?
A: Absolutely! The handle section is a one-piece Damascus steel tang specifically designed for DIY customization. You can drill pin holes and attach virtually any handle scale material you prefer — popular choices include stabilized wood, resin, G10 fiberglass, and natural bone.
Q: What surface treatment has been applied to the blade?
A: Each blade has undergone acid pickling to bring out the authentic Damascus layered pattern, followed by mirror polishing for a high-gloss, premium finish that highlights the steel's natural beauty.
Production & Packaging Notice
To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.