{"product_id":"stormdrop-forgeveil-352-layer-damascus-cleaver-knife","title":"Stormdrop Forgeveil™ 352-Layer Raindrop Damascus Cleaver Knife – Micarta Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStormdrop Forgeveil™ 352-Layer Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines traditional forged craftsmanship with a distinctive raindrop-pattern Damascus blade, a Micarta handle, and a matching Damascus steel bolster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e352 layers of 1095 and 4340 steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this kitchen cleaver features a 7-inch blade, a 5-inch handle, and an overall length of 12 inches. Its broad cutting profile makes it suitable for general kitchen preparation, including chopping vegetables, slicing boneless ingredients, and preparing herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA genuine leather sheath is included for protected blade storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-Forged 352-Layer Raindrop Damascus Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe defining feature of the Stormdrop Forgeveil™ is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e352-layer Damascus steel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, forged using 1095 and 4340 steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts raindrop pattern creates flowing, rounded markings across the blade, giving the knife a distinctive finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 inches long and 4 mm thick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, offering a broad cutting surface for general kitchen preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe number of Damascus layers describes the patterned construction; actual edge retention and toughness also depend on heat treatment, blade geometry, and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo understand the differences between common blade materials, read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/blogs\/news\/1095-vs-d2-vs-damascus-steel\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1095 vs D2 vs Damascus Steel Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicarta Handle with Damascus Steel Bolster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Stormdrop Forgeveil™ features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5-inch Micarta handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e paired with a Damascus steel bolster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicarta is a layered composite material commonly used for knife handles because of its durability and moisture resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Damascus bolster provides a coordinated appearance between the handle and patterned blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a different handle and blade-pattern combination, compare our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/rainforge-emberstone-raindrop-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRainforge Emberstone™ Raindrop Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring brown Micarta and a 512-layer raindrop Damascus blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad Cleaver Blade for Kitchen Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 7-inch blade provides useful cutting space for slicing vegetables, chopping herbs, and preparing boneless ingredients on an appropriate cutting board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts broad cleaver-style profile is an alternative to narrower chef knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough the knife has a cleaver shape, it is not specifically rated for chopping hard bones or frozen foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers interested in a different Damascus pattern can explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/twistwood-forge-512-layer-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwistwood Forge™ 512-Layer Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a twist-pattern blade and natural rosewood handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Leather Sheath Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA genuine leather sheath is included with the Stormdrop Forgeveil™.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheath provides protective blade coverage during handling and transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways clean and completely dry the knife before placing it in the sheath. Leather can retain moisture, so a dry storage environment is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-wash the blade using mild soap and water after food preparation, then dry it immediately with a soft cloth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the Damascus blade contains carbon steel, apply a thin coating of food-safe protective oil when needed to reduce the risk of corrosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid dishwashers, prolonged soaking, abrasive cleaning products, and cutting hard bones or frozen ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean the Micarta handle with mild soap and a damp cloth, and dry it after cleaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore the knife in a clean, dry environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stormdrop Forgeveil™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1095 \u0026amp; 4340 Damascus Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus Layers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 352\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Pattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Raindrop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Micarta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolster Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Damascus Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade, Forged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheath:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Genuine Leather Sheath Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Woodsman Forge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is a 352-layer Damascus cleaver knife?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 352-layer Damascus cleaver knife features a layered steel blade with a distinctive forged pattern. The Stormdrop Forgeveil™ uses 1095 and 4340 steel with a raindrop finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the advantage of a Micarta handle?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicarta is a durable composite material with good moisture resistance. It is commonly used in knife handles because it is practical to maintain and offers a distinctive layered appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan this Damascus cleaver chop hard bones?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Stormdrop Forgeveil™ is designed as a broad kitchen cleaver, but it is not specifically rated for chopping hard bones. Use it for general kitchen food preparation and avoid hard impacts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore More Woodsman Forge Cleaver Knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover additional blade patterns and handle materials in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/collections\/cleaver-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaver Knives Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor another 7-inch Damascus blade, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/timberfall-forgecrest-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimberfall Forgecrest™ Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can also compare the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/ironwood-hearthforge-1095-carbon-steel-cleaver\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIronwood Hearthforge™ 1095 Carbon Steel Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if you prefer a non-Damascus carbon steel blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOODSMAN FORGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52652709937368,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/3810\/1976\/files\/woodsman-forge-damascus-cleaver-black-handle-with-sheath.jpg?v=1791576578","url":"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/stormdrop-forgeveil-352-layer-damascus-cleaver-knife","provider":"WOODSMAN FORGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}