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Damascus steel fillet knife with bull horn handle and brass bolster

Damascus Depot

Damascus Depot 10.5" Twist Pattern Fillet Knife Bull Horn Brass Bolster

SKU CH-QCNT-HZWER

A 10.5-inch fillet knife with a 6-inch hand-forged twist-pattern Damascus blade, bull-horn handle and brass bolster

  • TypeFillet Knives
  • MaterialDamascus Steel
  • SheathNot Included
  • Blade MaterialDamascus steel
  • Handle MaterialBull Horn
  • 5-inch overall length gives ample reach for filleting tasks
  • 6-inch hand-forged twist-pattern Damascus blade delivers distinctive cutting geometry
  • 1095 and 15N20 high/low carbon steel construction creates durable layered blade
  • 56 to 58 HRC heat-treated hardness ensures lasting edge retention
  • 5-inch natural bull horn handle with brass bolster and pins provides secure grip

Knife Profile and Intended Users

This 10.5 inch fillet knife has a 6 inch hand forged Damascus steel blade and a 4.5 inch bull horn handle with brass bolster and pins. It is built for anglers and chefs who want a traditional high carbon blade for precision filleting and kitchen work. It is not suited for buyers who need a corrosion resistant stainless blade or a knife supplied with a protective sheath.

Material Constraints and Care

The blade is forged from 1095 and 15N20 high and low carbon steel hardened to 56 to 58 HRC. This composition will rust if moisture remains on the surface so the knife must be cleaned, dried and coated with cooking oil after every use. Long term storage in a leather sheath is not advised because leather holds water and accelerates corrosion.

Installation and Common Issues

No assembly is required; the knife arrives ready to use. The most frequent problem is rust appearing when the oiling routine is skipped or when the blade is left in a damp sheath. Surface rust can be removed with WD40 and fine abrasive but the habit of immediate cleaning and oiling prevents the issue entirely.

Highlights

  • 5-inch overall length gives ample reach for filleting tasks
  • 6-inch hand-forged twist-pattern Damascus blade delivers distinctive cutting geometry
  • 1095 and 15N20 high/low carbon steel construction creates durable layered blade
  • 56 to 58 HRC heat-treated hardness ensures lasting edge retention
  • 5-inch natural bull horn handle with brass bolster and pins provides secure grip

Specifications

BrandDamascus Depot
TypeFillet Knives
MaterialDamascus Steel
SheathNot Included
Blade MaterialDamascus steel
Handle MaterialBull Horn

Questions about this item

Which blade length suits a fillet knife — the 10.5 inch overall or the 6 inch blade?

The 6 inch hand-forged twist-pattern blade is the working edge; the 10.5 inch total includes the 4.5 inch bull-horn handle with brass bolster.

What does 56 to 58 HRC mean for daily kitchen use?

That hardness range holds a keen edge on 1095 and 15N20 steel while staying tough enough for flexible fillet work without chipping.

How does the twist-pattern Damascus construction affect performance?

Forging 1095 and 15N20 high- and low-carbon layers creates the twist pattern and gives the blade its 56 to 58 HRC hardness and edge retention.

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