Looking for a new knife? There are tons of options out there, but some stand out more than others. No matter the intended use, there’s one kind that’ll always catch your eye: a Damascus knife.
Damascus knives are made with special techniques that result in wavy, rippling patterns running across the blade, with the original Damascene knives dating back to at least 200 A.D. in the Middle East.
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Modern Damascus is made a bit differently, either forge-welded from different types of steel manipulated into a stunning pattern or from high-end stainless steels melted together in a crucible. Both methods create a unique pattern that’s unlike any other knife blade. You can find Damascus knives in just about every blade shape and for any purpose. From hunting knives, to folders, to chef’s knives, Damascus steel can be used in many different applications.