Damascus Bar (280 × 50 × 3–4 mm) – Black Edge Feather Pattern – 1080 & 15N20 – Knife Making Billet

$ 95

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Length	Width	Thickness	Price	Quantity
280 mm	50 mm	3 mm	$ 95
280 mm	50 mm	4 mm	$ 95

Etched Black Edge Feather Pattern – Annealed – Ready for Forging or Stock Removal

Key Specifications

Material: 1080 High Carbon Steel & Nickel Alloy 15N20
Pattern: Black Edge Feather (deep-etched, hand-forged)
Layer Count: 800–1000 layers
Length: 280 mm
Width: 50 mm
Thickness Options:
- 3 mm (~350 g)
- 4 mm (~460 g)
Condition: Annealed (soft state) – ready for shaping or forging
Estimated Hardness (after heat treatment): 58–60 HRC

Notes:

Slight dimensional variations may occur due to the hand-forged process.
Pattern contrast may soften after grinding or forging; re-etching is recommended to restore the deep, high-contrast finish.

Pattern Details:

The Black Edge Feather pattern is created by splitting and re-forging layered billets to produce a symmetrical feather-like structure. The darker etched edges enhance the visual contrast, resulting in a refined, premium appearance ideal for high-end custom blades.

Use Case

Perfect for crafting:

Collector-grade hunting knives
Kitchen and chef knives
High-contrast folding (EDC) blades
Artistic and presentation-grade custom pieces

The flowing feather pattern combined with bold edge contrast makes each blade visually distinctive and premium in appearance.

Heat Treatment Recommendation

For optimal performance with 1080 & 15N20 Damascus steel:

Normalize: Heat to ~870°C (1600°F), air cool (2–3 cycles)
Austenitize: Heat to ~800°C (1475°F)
Quench: Warm oil (~60°C / 140°F)
Temper: 200–205°C (390–400°F), 2–3 cycles of 1 hour each

This process typically achieves a hardness of 58–60 HRC, offering excellent edge retention with reliable toughness.

Custom Sizes & Orders

We offer custom-forged Damascus billets tailored to your exact specifications, including feather orientation and dimensions.
Contact us with your requirements for a personalized billet.

Pricing

1 pc: $95
3 pcs: $90 each
5 pcs+: $80 each