Gent's Bowie with Sambar Stag and Laddered Damascus

Product Description for Gent's Bowie with Sambar Stag and Laddered Damascus

Maker: Dakota Owen (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 92744
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 7.85 in.
Total length: 12.52 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.30 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.18 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.17 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.05 in.
Item weight: 8.20 oz.
Blade: Hand forged Ladder pattern damascus forged from 1084, 15N20 and 203E carbon steels
Bolster: Damascus fittings
Handle: Sambar stag
Description: Bladesmith Dakota Owen is following in his father Chris Owen's footsteps. Dakota has been making knives, sharing his father's forge since he was 12 years old. He took up the hobby originally to spend time with his father doing something they both enjoy, but Dakota (who is now 20 years old and working as a machinist when not making knives) is clearly a promising maker in his own right.
This Bowie Knife is an elegant example of his work. The slender, long blade has just the right amount of heft yet is light enough to move fast when needed. A long swedge lightens the tip. By combining 15N20, 1084 and 203E carbon steels, Dakota ensures both optimal contrast and edge holding. The undulating ladder pattern shows exceptional control and skill at the forge. The blade features a differential heat treatment -- with a softer, supportive spine and a hard, long lasting edge.
The handle is formed from a premium sambar stag, set with nickel silver hidden bolt rivets. The guard and ferrule are also formed from Dakota's own damascus. The front face of the guard shows the mosaic image. A copper spacer adds just the right amount of warmth and contrast.
Exceptional work throughout!


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