Damascus steel

What is Damascus Steel?

Damascus steel, known for its intricate patterns and exceptional sharpness, is an art form rooted in ancient bladesmithing traditions. This remarkable steel is created by forge welding multiple layers of high-carbon tool steels, resulting in a material that combines the unique properties of each metal without losing their individual character.

How I craft Damascus Steel?

Creating Damascus steel begins with selecting high-quality tool steels such as 75Ni8 and 115W8. These steels are stacked and heated to forge-welding temperatures, then hammered into a solid bar. This bar is repeatedly folded, twisted, and forge-welded, enhancing its strength and creating intricate patterns. The forged bar is then shaped into blades, marked with the maker’s signature, and heat-treated for optimal hardness.
After hardening, the blades are ground to their final shape and etched to reveal the distinctive patterns, then fitted with custom handles.

See the forging process

Why choose Damascus Steel?

Damascus steel not only offers a visually stunning appearance but also boasts superior hardness, sharpness, and toughness. Its refined crystalline structure ensures long-lasting performance, making it a prized material for high-quality knives.

Experience the beauty and performance of Damascus steel with our meticulously crafted knives.

Unique and custom-made Knives

At Atelier185, every knife is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, reflecting the individuality of its owner. We offer custom-made designs tailored to your specific needs and preferences, ensuring that each piece not only meets but exceeds your expectations. Our personal approach means we work closely with you to create a knife that is uniquely yours.

“Crafting a knife is more than just a skill—it’s a collaboration. Together, we create a tool that is as unique as the person who wields it.” – Clem Vanhee

Your custom knife journey

Discover: Explore my work and the variety of knives available on my website or at one of the events where I showcase my creations.
Consult: Schedule an appointment to discuss your specific needs and preferences.
Choose: Select your desired knife style and execution, customizing every detail to your liking.
Craft: I will meticulously create your personalized knife, ensuring it meets the highest standards of craftsmanship.
Enjoy: Receive your custom knife and start experiencing the pleasure and precision it brings to your culinary/hunting or other adventures.