Can you comment on the review that this is NOT damascus steel and rather just laser etched?
1447869
Its a cool piece and the company says its damascus steel if you don't like it send it back !!!!!!!
1628753
It is somewhat prone to rust due to the high carbon content of the steel, It's not true Wootz-Damascus steel (a form of steel that is a lost art), but it is indeed some of the best quality damascus I've seen that was made in modern times. The other answers are incorrect, the reason Kyle's blacksmith said it wasn't real "damascus", is probably a reference to wootz steel.i
941350
I would take it to an engraver ur jeweler to have the name added. Removing the word "China" might be difficult because ov the chromed steel but the engraver might have some ideas.
436390
It is not indented into the steel. Therefore I don't consider it engraved. However, I have had it on my dog for over a year and it has shown no sign of wearing off. The name is not painted on and seems to be well made.That is all I can tell you. Don't know how they did it.
1393273
yes the blade is carbon steel on the one I recived will need to be sharpen not real sharp when shipped
1939307
No. It is Carbon Steel. However, it does have a good blade and handles nicely.
1706766
Real damascus blades are acid etched too. The different steels react differently to the acid, leaving the pattern. I would assume the depth of etching would be less superficial in real damascus however.
1958801
The blade has an unusual coating; almost looks like a weird sort of 1075 Carbon/Damascus steel thing going on. It definitely is not a black coat, so I suppose it is more of a rustic version, but I guess that would depend on ones version of rustic. It really is a beautiful yet simple looking throwback type of chopping knife. I apologize if my answer seems a bit vague. It's about the best I can answer though. Take care.
2091845
Definitely a mistake. The "D2" is laser etched right on the base of the blade.
1460575
there are some Japanese characters near the hilt, as well as a design in the steel that goes through the whole blade. its a dark to light pattern thats wavy, the typical Damascus style.
866475
No! Wusthof Gourmet knives are laser-cut from one piece of high carbon stainless steel. This is the new mass production way of making cheap knives. It just sounds impressive. Definitely not forged!
1445212
KaBar got a laser engraver last year when the new BK16, BK15, BK17 came out. they started using that instead of rollstamping like they used to. It is a genuine KaBar/Becker product.It is still slightly in the metal...I strip all my Beckers and the three I have with the new laser etching still have visible markings afterwards. You can also use PCB etchant to make it deeper BEFORE you strip it. The ESEE guys have been doing that for years.ETA...they also started using a different style coating...textured black instead of smooth. the new coating is MUCH tougher then the old, looks better too. LOL I still strip it though KaBar got a laser engraver last year when the new BK16, BK15, BK17 came out. they started using that instead of rollstamping like they used to. It is a genuine KaBar/Becker product.It is still slightly in the metal...I strip all my Beckers and the three I have with the new laser etching still have visible markings afterwards. You can also use PCB etchant to make it deeper BEFORE you strip it. The ESEE guys have been doing that for years.ETA...they also started using a different style coating...textured black instead of smooth. the new coating is MUCH tougher then the... » Read More KaBar got a laser engraver last year when the new BK16, BK15, BK17 came out. they started using that instead of rollstamping like they used to. It is a genuine KaBar/Becker product.It is still slightly in the metal...I strip all my Beckers and the three I have with the new laser etching still have visible markings afterwards. You can also use PCB etchant to make it deeper BEFORE you strip it. The ESEE guys have been doing that for years.ETA...they also started using a different style coating...textured black instead of smooth. the new coating is MUCH tougher then the old, looks better too. LOL I still strip it though « Show Less
1485260
Do not believe it is stainless; manufacturers usually promote the stainless aspect, since it is 4X more expensive. It is probably stamped carbon steel, but we have not tested for composition. Sorry.
1628751
Yes, but it's damascus steel, of course it will. It's not stainless, that's real damascus steel, it's supposed to! Keep a thin layer of wax on it or oil and youre gold. Again, real Damascus rusts really easy, it's NOT stainless steel!n I keep my knives coated in car (carnuba) wax and they are perfect. Just care for the steel and youll be golden. If it DOES get surface rust, just take steel wool and white vinegar. Be sure to oil/weax it immediately afterwards though since ther vinegar, if not removed, will cause super fast, (5 minutes) rusting.
1190058
As a purchaser I can tell you that the knives I purchased through King are well balanced and looked like they are forged as there are multiple layers of steel. A sprayed on Damascus look is not what you are getting. I hope this helped, also look at Perkins
261624
I think that the main difference is that the blade is stamped instead of forged.
917122
It is some sort of etching, but doesn't cause an impression or depression into the metal.