{"product_id":"damascus-utility-knife-5-inch-blade-natural-rosewood-handle","title":"Damascus Utility Knife 5-Inch Blade, Natural Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Damascus utility knife gives you a hand-forged 5-inch blade paired with a natural rosewood handle and a matching interlocking wood scabbard. This is the only Damascus utility knife at JWSteelCrafts with a blue epoxy resin spacer and a matching interlocking rosewood scabbard in this configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJWSteelCrafts hand-forges this Damascus Utility Knife using techniques passed down through three generations of bladesmiths who understand what a precise everyday blade needs to deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Exactly Is This Damascus Utility Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall length is 10.5 to 11 inches with a 5-inch blade and a 5.5-inch rosewood handle. A blue epoxy resin spacer sits between the blade and handle, sealing the join and adding a clean color contrast between the Damascus steel and the warm rosewood. The interlocking wood scabbard slides over the blade and clicks into place for safe storage and carry.\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\u003e10.5 to 11 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLayered Damascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Utility Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Rosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpacer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue Epoxy Resin Spacer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed Blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterlocking Wood Scabbard Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Interlocking Wood Scabbard Still Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn feudal Japan, the tanto and utility blade were carried in handcrafted wooden scabbards called shirasaya, plain wooden sheaths designed to preserve the blade during storage and rest periods between use. The JWSteelCrafts Damascus utility knife with interlocking rosewood scabbard carries that shirasaya-inspired tradition of matched blade and wood storage into every modern collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRosewood Handle: Comfort and Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is shaped from natural rosewood with no dye or color coating applied. Every rosewood handle carries its own grain pattern in warm amber and reddish-brown tones. At 5.5 inches the handle fits comfortably in an average adult hand with a smooth, secure grip in both bare and gloved conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDamascus Steel: More Than Just a Pretty Pattern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from layered Damascus steel. The forge-welding and folding process creates the flowing ladder and wave pattern visible across the full blade flat. Every blade carries a slightly different Damascus pattern due to the hand-forging process, making each knife visually unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlue Epoxy Resin Spacer, and Ready for Everyday Utility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straight utility profile works best for controlled slicing, trimming, detail cutting, and light field prep tasks. The blue epoxy resin spacer between blade and handle creates a clean visual contrast that distinguishes this knife from every other rosewood handle knife in the JWSteelCrafts lineup. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/custom-handmade-hunting-knives\"\u003eCustom Handmade Hunting Knives Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more field-ready blades built the same handcrafted way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Comes With It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interlocking wood scabbard slides over the blade and locks into place using a fitted interlock system, protecting the blade edge during storage and carry without any additional purchase. 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\u003eEveryday users handling utility cutting and detail prep tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCampers and outdoor users doing light field trimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of Damascus knives with wooden scabbards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift buyers looking for a piece for Father's Day, Christmas, or collector presents\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 after use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply food-safe mineral oil to both the blade and rosewood handle occasionally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid leaving the knife wet or exposed to moisture for long periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore the knife in the wood scabbard in a dry place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the rosewood handle with a dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevent drying and cracking by conditioning the handle periodically\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 knives at JWSteelCrafts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the only Damascus utility knife in the store with a blue epoxy resin spacer and a matching interlocking rosewood wood scabbard in this configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the blue epoxy resin spacer between the blade and handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue spacer seals the blade-to-handle join and adds a clean color contrast between the Damascus steel and the warm rosewood handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the interlocking wood scabbard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scabbard slides over the blade and clicks into a fitted interlock system for safe storage and carry. It matches the rosewood handle finish across the full set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Damascus pattern the same on every knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Each blade is hand-forged so the pattern varies naturally on every knife, making each piece visually unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this knife suitable for outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 5-inch blade handles trimming, slicing, and light field prep tasks for hunters, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52908934791485,"sku":"sku-43584336363580","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/2065\/5165\/files\/rosewood-handle-damascus-knife-set.webp?v=1787297439","url":"https:\/\/relicandreel.com\/products\/damascus-utility-knife-5-inch-blade-natural-rosewood-handle","provider":"Relic \u0026 Reel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}