The Texas Bowie Damascus Knife Kit is a bold and iconic blade blank, crafted in the USA and designed for custom knife makers who appreciate traditional power and high-performance steel. This fixed blade Bowie design comes hollow-ground and heat-treated, ready for finishing into a standout carry knife or a premium presentation piece.
Featuring a 7.625-inch blade and an overall length of 12.125 inches, this blade brings a classic Bowie profile with modern Damascus steel performance. The 1.375-inch wide blade is ground on both sides for symmetry and balance. The included matching guard measures 3.0 inches by 0.625 inches and features a 1.125 x 0.1875 inch slot, making installation seamless. This design includes two 0.156-inch tang holes for handle construction, and stainless steel pinstock is included. The tang can also be easily modified to accommodate different pinstock sizes or threaded fasteners.
This DIY knife kit includes the blade blank, guard, and pinstock—ideal for craftsmen building a legacy piece that commands attention.
Specifications:
Blade Length: 7.625 inches
Overall Length: 12.125 inches
Blade Width: 1.375 inches
Tang Holes: Two holes, 0.156 inch diameter
Guard Dimensions: 3.0 x 0.625 inches with a 1.125 x 0.1875 inch slot
Pinstock Included: Yes (stainless steel)
Heat Treated: Yes
Hardness: 56–58 RC
Handle Material Included: No
Origin: Made in USA
Damascus Configuration:
3 layers of 52100
4 layers of 5160
3 layers of 203E
3 layers of 15N20
Folded 5 times
Total: 416 layers
