{"product_id":"timbercrest-forgehaven-damascus-kitchen-cleaver","title":"Timbercrest Forgehaven Damascus Kitchen Cleaver – Densified Wood Handle","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimbercrest Forgehaven™ Damascus Kitchen Cleaver – Densified Wood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimbercrest Forgehaven™ Damascus Kitchen Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines traditional handmade Damascus steel craftsmanship with a densified wood handle and a compact cleaver-style blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 inches overall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5-inch blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 mm blade thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this limited-edition kitchen cleaver offers a distinctive option for home cooks, kitchen knife enthusiasts, and collectors of handcrafted cutlery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts patterned Damascus steel blade is made from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1095 and 15N20 steels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a supplier-stated hardness of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55–58 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A fitted cowhide leather sheath is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade 1095 \u0026amp; 15N20 Damascus Steel Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Timbercrest Forgehaven™ features a handmade, pattern-welded Damascus blade combining 1095 carbon steel and 15N20 nickel-containing steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe layered construction creates the distinctive visual patterns associated with traditional Damascus steel knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5-inch blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a compact cutting length for kitchen preparation, while the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 mm thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives it a substantial cleaver-style profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to the original supplier, the blade is rated at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55–58 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the Rockwell hardness scale. Actual cutting performance also depends on edge geometry, heat treatment, sharpening, and care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a deeper explanation of different 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\u003eDensified Wood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA defining feature of this handmade Damascus kitchen cleaver is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edensified wood handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDensified wood is processed to create a more compact wood-based material, offering a distinctive appearance while retaining the visual character of wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle provides a warm contrast to the patterned Damascus blade and gives the knife a traditional handcrafted look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this handle is described as densified wood, it should not be confused with natural walnut, rosewood, or an acrylic resin handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a cleaver featuring natural walnut wood, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/walnutforge-hearthwarden-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnutforge Hearthwarden™ Handmade Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact Cleaver for Everyday Kitchen Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10-inch overall length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Timbercrest Forgehaven™ offers a compact alternative to larger Serbian-style kitchen knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts broad cutting profile is suited to general food preparation, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChopping vegetables and fresh herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlicing boneless meats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparing ingredients for everyday meals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral cutting on a suitable kitchen board\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe knife is not specifically rated for chopping hard bones or frozen ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a larger Damascus kitchen knife with an 8.5-inch blade, compare the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/emerald-mosaiccrest-damascus-serbian-chef-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmerald Mosaiccrest™ Damascus Serbian Chef Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited-Edition Handmade Cleaver Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Timbercrest Forgehaven™ is based on a supplier-designated limited-edition handmade kitchen cleaver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts patterned steel blade, wood-based handle, and compact proportions create a traditional appearance suitable for kitchen knife enthusiasts and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe limited-edition designation comes from the supplier and does not indicate a confirmed numbered production run.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCowhide Leather Sheath Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Timbercrest Forgehaven™ includes a fitted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecowhide leather sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheath covers the blade during handling and transportation and provides protection when the knife is not in use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe supplier describes its custom-fitted sheaths as featuring a vertical-carry belt loop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways dry the blade completely before placing it inside the leather sheath. For extended storage, keep the knife in a clean, dry location outside the sheath to reduce moisture exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimbercrest Forgehaven™ Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Timbercrest Forgehaven™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade Damascus Kitchen Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1095 \u0026amp; 15N20 Pattern-Welded Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 55–58 HRC (Supplier-Stated)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Densified Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheath Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cowhide Leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade, Pattern-Welded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Limited Edition (Supplier Designation)\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\u003eDamascus Kitchen Cleaver Care Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo maintain the Damascus blade and densified wood handle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-wash with mild soap and water after food preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry the blade and handle immediately after cleaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a thin layer of food-safe mineral oil to the blade when appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid dishwashers, prolonged soaking, and harsh cleaning products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore in a dry environment, preferably outside the leather sheath for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper maintenance helps preserve the appearance of the Damascus pattern and handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat steel is used in the Timbercrest Forgehaven™ Damascus Kitchen Cleaver?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is made from pattern-welded 1095 and 15N20 Damascus steel. The supplier rates its hardness at 55–58 HRC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the handle material?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is made from densified wood, a processed wood-based material. It is not identified by the supplier as walnut, rosewood, or another specific wood species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan this Damascus kitchen cleaver chop bones?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe manufacturer does not provide a specific bone-chopping rating for this model. It is best used for general kitchen preparation and boneless ingredients rather than hard bones or frozen foods.\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\u003eBrowse the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/collections\/cleaver-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoodsman Forge Cleaver Knives Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to discover more handmade Damascus and carbon steel kitchen cleavers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor another compact Damascus option with a decorative handle, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/prismforge-mosaiccrest-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrismforge Mosaiccrest™ 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\/rainforge-emberstone-raindrop-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRainforge Emberstone™ Raindrop Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a 512-layer raindrop-pattern blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a plain carbon steel alternative, discover 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOODSMAN FORGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52661433073880,"sku":null,"price":167.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/3810\/1976\/files\/damascus-cleaver-blue-handle-ranch-woodsman-forge-01.jpg?v=1791766783","url":"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/timbercrest-forgehaven-damascus-kitchen-cleaver","provider":"WOODSMAN FORGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}