{"product_id":"10-inch-forged-damascus-nakiri-chopper-ladder-pattern-blade-engraved-damascus-bolster-black-resin-handle-tooled-leather-sheath","title":"10-Inch Forged Damascus Nakiri Chopper — Ladder Pattern Blade, Engraved Damascus Bolster, Black Resin Handle \u0026 Tooled Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jwsteelcrafts-collection-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis forged Damascus Nakiri chopper gives you a wide rectangular blade built for clean, powerful chopping and slicing work. The overall length is 10 inches with a 6-inch blade and a 4-inch black resin handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt JWSteelCrafts, we get a lot of questions about this style. So let's break down what makes it special and why an engraved Damascus bolster still holds up as a genuine standout detail today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Exactly Is This Damascus Nakiri Chopper?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade carries a distinct ladder pattern across the full flat. An engraved Damascus steel bolster with a decorative scroll pattern sits between the blade and handle. A hand-tooled leather sheath with an embossed decorative pattern is included for safe carry and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJWSteelCrafts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLadder Pattern Damascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWide Rectangular Nakiri Chopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngraved Damascus Steel Bolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Resin with Silver Pins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-Tooled Embossed Leather Sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Nakiri Chopper Profile Still Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Nakiri has a wide, rectangular blade with a flat cutting edge. It makes full contact with the cutting board on every stroke, which gives clean, precise cuts through vegetables and herbs without a rocking motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngraved Damascus Bolster: Comfort and Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Damascus steel bolster between the blade and handle is engraved with a decorative scroll pattern, forged from the same layered Damascus steel as the blade. The engraved scroll detail makes this bolster a standout feature that distinguishes this chopper from every other knife in the JWSteelCrafts lineup, while also protecting fingers from sliding onto the blade edge during heavy chopping work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLadder Pattern Damascus Steel: More Than Just a Pretty Pattern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ladder pattern forms during the forging process when the layered steel billet is ground in a series of parallel grooves before final shaping. This creates the distinct horizontal banded surface pattern visible across the full blade flat, giving genuine strength behind the striking look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFull Tang Construction, and Ready for Kitchen or Camp\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull tang construction runs through the entire black resin handle and spreads weight evenly from blade tip to handle base for stable and controlled chopping throughout extended prep sessions. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/damascus-steel-kitchen-knives-set\"\u003eDamascus Steel Kitchen Knives Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more artisan kitchen blades built the same handcrafted way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Comes With It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included leather sheath features a hand-tooled, embossed decorative pattern across the outer surface, designed for belt carry during outdoor and kitchen use. Browse more handmade options at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/\"\u003eJWSteelCrafts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is Really For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome cooks and chefs who want a wide, full-contact chopping blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor cooks handling camp food preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of ladder-pattern Damascus knives with engraved bolsters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift buyers looking for a piece for chefs and Damascus knife enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for Your Damascus Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash and dry immediately after each use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid the dishwasher entirely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil occasionally to protect the Damascus finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid leaving the blade wet or exposed to moisture for long periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the black resin handle with a dry or slightly damp cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen with a whetstone, keeping a consistent bevel angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this knife different from other Damascus choppers at JWSteelCrafts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the only Damascus Nakiri chopper in the store with a ladder pattern blade, engraved Damascus bolster, and a hand-tooled embossed leather sheath in one matched configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the blade and handle length on this knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is 6 inches, and the handle is 4 inches for a 10-inch overall length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Nakiri chopper profile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Nakiri has a wide, rectangular blade with a flat cutting edge. It makes full contact with the cutting board on every stroke, which gives clean, precise cuts through vegetables and herbs without a rocking motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the leather sheath hand-tooled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The sheath features a hand-tooled embossed decorative pattern across the outer surface, which matches the handcrafted character of the engraved bolster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52908882690365,"sku":"JW-KN-2795","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/2065\/5165\/files\/serrated-damascus-cleaver-knife-leather-sheath.webp?v=1787296578","url":"https:\/\/relicandreel.com\/products\/10-inch-forged-damascus-nakiri-chopper-ladder-pattern-blade-engraved-damascus-bolster-black-resin-handle-tooled-leather-sheath","provider":"Relic \u0026 Reel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}