Stagwood Crescent™ Damascus Ulu Knife with Stag Antler & Rosewood Handle

The Stagwood Crescent™ Damascus Ulu Knife combines a broad crescent-shaped blade with natural stag antler and rosewood. Made with handmade Damascus steel, its 300-layer full-tang blade provides the curved cutting profile associated with traditional Ulu-style knives.

Details

The Stagwood Crescent™ is a Damascus Ulu Knife designed around a wide curved edge that supports controlled rocking, slicing, chopping, and mincing motions.

Its combination of patterned steel, stag antler, and rosewood gives each knife individual character. The curved profile also makes it a distinctive cutting tool in the kitchen for suitable food-preparation tasks.

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Blade

The blade features handmade forged Damascus construction using 1095 high-carbon steel and 15N20 steel, forming approximately 300 layers.

Blade Length: 5.8 inches
Hardness: 57–59 HRC
Tang: Full Tang

The broad crescent-shaped edge allows a controlled rocking cutting motion across a suitable cutting surface.

Handle Specifications

The handle combines natural stag antler and rosewood, creating contrasting textures and natural grain patterns.

Handle Length: 5.11 inches
Handle Materials: Stag Antler & Rosewood

Because stag antler and rosewood are natural materials, exact colors, grain, texture, and markings may vary between individual knives.

For more information about patterned steel, read the Woodsman Forge Damascus Steel Guide.

Care & Use

Hand wash the blade after use and dry it immediately. Do not leave moisture on the Damascus steel for extended periods.

For longer storage periods, lightly oil the blade with food-safe mineral oil or another suitable protective blade oil.

Make sure the knife is completely clean and dry before placing it inside its premium leather sheath.

Specifications

Model: Stagwood Crescent™
Product Type: Ulu Knife
Blade Length: 5.8 inches
Handle Length: 5.11 inches
Blade Steel: 1095 & 15N20 Damascus Steel
Damascus Layers: 300
Hardness: 57–59 HRC
Tang: Full Tang
Handle: Natural Stag Antler & Rosewood
Sheath: Premium 100% Cowhide Leather Sheath
Construction: Handmade

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Ulu knife good for?

The broad curved profile of an Ulu knife supports rocking, slicing, chopping, and mincing motions. This makes the design useful for suitable food-preparation tasks such as vegetables, herbs, cheese, bread, meat, and fish.

Is the Stagwood Crescent™ similar to an Alaskan Ulu knife?

The Stagwood Crescent™ uses the broad curved cutting profile commonly associated with an Alaskan Ulu knife. Traditional Alaskan Ulu knives are recognized for their distinctive curved cutting edge, while the Stagwood Crescent™ combines an Alaskan Ulu knife inspired profile with 300-layer Damascus steel, stag antler, and rosewood.

Are Ulu knives useful in the kitchen?

The curved blade profile can work well in the kitchen for suitable rocking, slicing, chopping, and mincing tasks. A suitable cutting board should always be used to protect the edge.

What steel is used for the Stagwood Crescent™?

The blade is made from 300-layer Damascus steel using 1095 high-carbon steel and 15N20 steel, with a listed hardness of approximately 57–59 HRC.

Does the Stagwood Crescent™ include a sheath?

Yes. It includes a premium 100% cowhide leather sheath. The blade should be completely clean and dry before storage.