Damascus Steel Folding Pocket Knife — Recurve Clip Point Blade, Black Resin Handle, Pocket Clip & Cowhide Leather Sheath

Damascus Steel Folding Pocket Knife — Recurve Clip Point Blade, Black Resin Handle, Pocket Clip & Cowhide Leather SheathThis Damascus steel folding pocket knife opens to 8 inches overall with a 4 inch recurve clip point blade and a 4 inch black resin handle. The blade is forged from Damascus steel in a wave pattern finish. A brass bolster sits at the blade spine. Black resin handle scales with silver pins and a pocket clip complete the build. A black embossed cowhide leather sheath with basket weave texture, brass snap button, and cream lace stitching is included. This

This Damascus steel folding pocket knife opens to 8 inches overall with a 4-inch recurve clip point blade and a 4-inch black resin handle. The blade is forged from Damascus steel in a wave-pattern finish. A brass bolster sits at the blade spine. Black resin handle scales with silver pins and a pocket clip complete the build. A black embossed cowhide leather sheath with basket weave texture, brass snap button, and cream lace stitching is included.

This is the only Damascus folding pocket knife at JW Steel Crafts with a recurve clip point blade, black resin handle, pocket clip, and embossed cowhide leather sheath in this EDC configuration.

The History Behind This Blade

Folding knives with leather belt sheaths became standard carry for American frontiersmen and ranch workers throughout the 19th century, where a compact blade needed both a secure pocket carry option and a protected belt sheath for field work. Recurve clip point blades were favored for their forward cutting curve and reinforced tip geometry — useful for skinning, slicing, and detail field tasks from a single compact folder.

Damascus steel brought pattern-welded blade strength into folding knife design for users who wanted field-grade edge retention in a pocket-sized format. The JW Steel Crafts Damascus recurve folder carries that same frontier carry tradition.

Blade Performance

The blade is forged from Damascus steel in a wave pattern finish. The recurve profile curves inward at the mid-blade, then forward toward the clip point tip — increasing slicing efficiency on forward cutting strokes and giving the tip precise control for detail field tasks. Damascus steel holds a sharp working edge through sustained daily carry and cutting use. A brass bolster at the spine adds front-end weight for better cutting balance and protects the handle joint under hard use.

Handle Construction

The handle is shaped from black resin scales. Black resin resists moisture, does not swell or crack, and holds its surface finish through daily pocket carry and outdoor use. Silver pins lock the scales firmly to the full tang. A pocket clip is fitted to the handle for secure inside-pocket carry without a sheath. The black embossed cowhide leather sheath provides an alternative belt carry option — basket weave embossed texture, brass snap button closure, and cream lace stitching along the full edge.

Best Used For

• Everyday carry cutting and outdoor field tasks

• Belt carry with embossed leather sheath or pocket clip carry

• Hunting, camping, and trail utility use

• Collectors of Damascus folding and recurve blade knives

• Gifting for EDC users, hunters, and Damascus knife collectors

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this knife different from other folding knives at JW Steel Crafts?
Only Damascus folding knife in the store with a recurve clip point blade, black resin handle, pocket clip, and embossed cowhide leather sheath together.

What is a recurve clip point blade?
The blade curves inward at mid-blade then forward to the tip — increases slicing efficiency and gives precise tip control for field tasks.

Does this knife come with a sheath?
Yes. Black embossed cowhide leather sheath with basket weave texture, brass snap button, and cream lace stitching is included.

Can I carry this in my pocket without the sheath?
Yes. The pocket clip allows secure inside-pocket carry without the sheath.

Is this knife suitable as a gift?
Yes. Damascus blade, black resin handle, pocket clip, and embossed leather sheath make this a strong gift for EDC users and outdoor knife collectors.

How do I care for this knife?
Wipe blade dry after use. Apply light oil to the pivot and blade occasionally. Store in the leather sheath in a dry place.