The River Skinner USA Damascus DIY Knife Kit presents a high-quality carbon steel fixed blade blank, hollow-ground and crafted in the USA, ideal for building a reliable skinning or hunting knife. This design features a 3.00-inch blade length with an overall length of 7.56 inches, providing an excellent sheath size for convenient carry and use in the field. The blade is ground on both sides and measures 1.00 inch wide with a thickness of 0.150 inches, ensuring a robust cutting edge. This Damascus blade blank includes eight 0.125-inch through-holes for handle construction, accompanied by a stainless steel pinstock, and a 0.250-inch thong hole for optional lanyard attachment. The holes can be modified easily to fit larger pinstock or threaded fasteners to match your custom handle design. Heat treated to 56-58 RC hardness, the blade is constructed from 416 layers of Damascus steel folded five times, combining 3 layers of 52100, 4 layers of 5160, 3 layers of 203E, and 3 layers of 15n20 steel, offering both durability and a unique pattern. Handle materials are not included, allowing for personalized craftsmanship.
Specifications:
Blade Length: 3.00 inches
Overall Length: 7.56 inches
Blade Width: 1.00 inch
Blade Thickness: 0.150 inches
Tang Holes: Eight holes at 0.125 inches diameter
Thong Hole: One hole at 0.250 inches diameter
Handle Pinstock Included: Yes
Heat Treated: Yes
Hardness: 56 to 58 RC
Handle Material Included: No
Made in the USA
Damascus Layers: 416 total, folded 5 times, with 3 layers 52100, 4 layers 5160, 3 layers 203E, and 3 layers 15n20
