Sunburst Damascus Bowie with Sambar Stag

Product Description for Sunburst Damascus Bowie with Sambar Stag

Maker: Ricardo Vilar (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 100458
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 10.25 in.
Cutting edge length: 9.50 in.
Total length: 16.00 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.65 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.28 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.20 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.06 in.
Item weight: 16.00 oz.
Shipment weight: 20.6 oz.
Blade: Sunburst pattern damascus forged to shape from carbon steels
Bolster: Engraved 416 stainless steel
Handle: Stag
Sheath: Hand stitched, hand tooled leather sheath
Description: Ricardo Vilar is one of the makers that has brought the Brazilian knife market to the forefront of American collectors' minds. Vilar was one of the primary organizers of the Brazilian cutlery seminar with North American Mastersmith Jerry Fisk, which was held in Ricardo's workshop in 2001. In 2005, he became the first South American journeyman smith in the American Bladesmith Society. His work is exceptional, with dramatic shapes and detailed damascus. His designs and attention to detail clearly set him apart as a leader. Recently, he moved to the US and is continuing to be on the forefront of custom bladesmiths.
This bowie knife features a blade made from hand forged damascus. The laddered pattern radiates from the top, center of the blade, and is called Sunburst. The clip provides a detail-oriented tip. The blade is distal tapered for a perfect balance.
The handle is formed from a perfect section of sambar stag. The natural texture of the stag provides a secure, comfortable grip. Both the ferrule and pommel are carved to match the natural texture and shape of the stag. The guard and pommel are both engraved by Vilar. The floral scroll engraving on the front and back of the guard is surrounded by 24k gold inlay.
The knife is accompanied by a hand stitched, hand tooled leather sheath.
This is a really exceptional bowie knife!


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