This set includes two Damascus hawkbill folding pocket knives, each opening to 7 inches overall with a 3-inch blade and a 4-inch handle. Both blades are forged from Damascus steel in a wave pattern finish. Knife one carries a black resin upper scale with dark rosewood lower scale. Knife two carries a cream resin upper scale with dark rosewood lower scale. Both knives share brass bolsters, brass pins, brass thumb studs, and a liner lock mechanism. No sheath included.

This is the only set of 2 Damascus hawkbill folding knives at JW Steel Crafts with black resin rosewood and cream resin rosewood handle combinations in a liner lock configuration.

The History Behind This Blade

Hawkbill blade folders were carried by sailors, riggers, and field workers across the 19th-century American frontier for their ability to cut rope, cord, and material on a downward pull stroke where a straight blade would slip. Paired knife sets became a practical tradition among working outdoorsmen who needed matching tools for two users on the same camp or hunt. Damascus steel brought layered pattern-welded strength into compact folding formats built for sustained daily carry. The JW Steel Crafts Damascus hawkbill pair carries that same working tradition in both knives.

Blade Performance

Both blades are forged from Damascus steel in a wave pattern finish. The hawkbill profile curves sharply downward from spine to tip — built for pull cutting tasks where a straight or clip point blade loses control. The curved tip pulls through rope, cord, webbing, and material cleanly on a single downward stroke. Damascus steel holds a sharp working edge through daily carry and cutting use. The brass thumb stud on each knife allows fast one-hand deployment from a closed position.

Handle Construction

Each handle pairs two distinct scale materials above and below the centerline. Knife one uses black resin on the upper scale and dark rosewood on the lower scale. Knife two uses cream resin on the upper scale and dark rosewood on the lower scale. Rosewood is dense and moisture-resistant through daily outdoor carry. Brass bolsters sit at the blade end of each handle, adding front-end weight and protecting the handle joint. Brass pins lock every scale firmly to the liner. The liner lock on each knife engages automatically on blade opening and holds the blade rigid during cutting until manually released.

Best Used For

• Everyday carry cutting, cord, and utility tasks
• Paired carry or gifting for two users in one purchase
• Hunting, camping, and outdoor field use
• Collectors of Damascus hawkbill and matched pair folding knives
• Gifting for EDC users, hunters, and Damascus knife collectors

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this set different from other folding knives at JW Steel Crafts?
Only paired 2-knife Damascus hawkbill set in the store — black resin rosewood and cream resin rosewood handles together in one liner lock configuration.

What is a hawkbill blade profile?
The blade curves sharply downward to the tip — built for pull cutting through rope, cord, and material where a straight blade loses grip.

What is a liner lock?
A steel liner inside the handle engages automatically when the blade opens, locking it rigid for safe cutting until manually pushed aside to close.

Are both knives identical in size?
Yes. Both open to 7 inches with a 3-inch blade and 4-inch handle only the handle scale colors differ between the two knives.

Is this set suitable as a gift?
Yes. Two matched Damascus hawkbill folders in contrasting handle colors make a strong gift for EDC users, knife collectors, and outdoor enthusiasts.

How do I care for these knives?
Wipe blades dry after use. Apply light oil to pivot points occasionally. Store in a dry place away from moisture.