Description

Damascus Bar (280×50×3–4 mm) – Black Edge Feather Pattern – 1095 & 15N20 – Knife Making Billet

Our Black Edge Feather Damascus Bar (280×50×3–4 mm) is a handmade billet made with high-carbon 1095 and nickel-rich 15N20 steel. It is created from around 800–1000 layers, and it has feather-like symmetry with dark etching at its edges. Etched, annealed, and ready for forging or stock-removal knife making, this black edge feather damascus bar provides premium contrast and excellent strength for custom blade makers.

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Deep-Etched Feather Pattern – Annealed – Ready for Forging or Stock Removal

This Black Edge Feather Damascus Bar is fully annealed for smooth machining, grinding, or forging. Its deep-etched feather structure is a result of precision splitting and pressing of stacked billets, which creates a flowing pattern with bold dark highlights. Ideal for bladesmiths who are looking for a striking, high-contrast texture with high steel performance.

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Key Specifications

Material: High-Carbon 1095 & Nickel Alloy 15N20
Pattern: Black Edge Feather (deep-etched, hand-forged)
Layer Count: Approximately 800–1000 layers
Length: 280 mm
Width: 50 mm
Thickness Options: 3 mm (~350 g) | 4 mm (~460 g)
Condition: Annealed and un-tempered – ready to shape or grind
Estimated Hardness (after heat treatment): 58–60 HRC
Pattern Note: The feather pattern is formed by splitting and pressing a layered billet, to achieve a symmetrical, sweeping flow. The darkened edges intensify contrast after etching, giving a refined, premium finish.
Dimensional Note: Slight variations may occur due to hand-forging and grinding.

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Use Case

Ideal for knife makers crafting:

• Collector-grade hunting knives

• Kitchen and chef’s knives

• High-contrast folding (EDC) blades

• Custom ornamental or presentation-grade pieces

The Black Edge Feather pattern delivers striking flow lines and bold contrast — perfect for blades that require an elegant, handcrafted appearance.

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Heat Treatment Recommendation

For optimal performance with 1095 × 15N20 Damascus:

• Normalize: Heat to ~870 °C (1600 °F); air cool 2–3 times.

• Austenitize: Heat to ~800 °C (1475 °F).

• Quench: Warm oil quench (~60 °C / 140 °F).

• Temper: Two cycles at 200–205 °C (390–400 °F) for one hour each.

This produces a balanced hardness of ~58–60 HRC, offering excellent edge retention with reliable toughness.

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Custom Sizes Available

If you need a different length, width, or specific feather direction, we can forge this Black Edge Feather Damascus to your custom dimensions. Contact us with your requirements for a personalized billet.

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Pricing

Quantity	Price (USD each)
1 pc	$95
3 pcs	$90 each
5 pcs +	$80 each