{"product_id":"walnutforge-hearthwarden-damascus-cleaver-knife","title":"Walnutforge Hearthwarden Handmade Damascus Cleaver Knife – Walnut Wood Handle","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnutforge Hearthwarden™ Handmade Damascus Cleaver Knife – Walnut Wood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnutforge Hearthwarden™ Handmade Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines traditional Damascus steel craftsmanship with the natural character of a walnut wood handle. Designed for kitchen food preparation, this limited-edition cleaver brings together a patterned steel blade, handmade construction, and a classic wooden handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5-inch blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11.5-inch overall length\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, the Walnutforge Hearthwarden™ offers a distinctive addition to a collection of handmade kitchen knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is forged from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1095 and 15N20 pattern-welded Damascus steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a supplier-stated hardness of 55–58 HRC. 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 Walnutforge Hearthwarden™ features a hand-forged Damascus steel blade created by pattern welding 1095 carbon steel and 15N20 nickel-containing steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination produces the distinctive layered patterns associated with traditional Damascus knife making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5-inch blade length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 mm thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this handmade Damascus cleaver has a substantial cutting profile for controlled kitchen preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to the original supplier, the blade hardness is rated at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55–58 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the Rockwell scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade hardness is one consideration in cutting performance, alongside edge geometry, heat treatment, sharpening, and proper maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a detailed comparison of common knife steels, 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\u003eNatural Walnut Wood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA standout feature of the Walnutforge Hearthwarden™ is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural walnut wood handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnut is appreciated for its warm brown tones and distinctive grain, making it a traditional choice for handcrafted knife handles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wood provides a natural visual contrast against the layered Damascus steel blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause walnut is a natural material, the grain and colour may vary slightly between individual knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the handle clean and dry, and avoid prolonged exposure to water or harsh cleaning chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a different natural handle material, compare the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/camelbone-heritagecrest-damascus-cleaver-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCamelbone Heritagecrest™ Damascus Cleaver Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade Kitchen Cleaver for Everyday Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Walnutforge Hearthwarden™ is designed for general kitchen cutting tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts broad cleaver-style blade can be used for preparing ingredients on a suitable cutting board, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChopping fresh vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparing herbs and greens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlicing boneless meats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCutting everyday cooking ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is not specifically rated for chopping hard bones or frozen foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers looking for a longer Damascus blade can explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/rosehaven-edgecrest-damascus-serbian-kitchen-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosehaven Edgecrest™ Damascus Serbian Kitchen Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring an 8-inch blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited-Edition Damascus Cleaver Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Walnutforge Hearthwarden™ is based on a supplier-designated limited-edition handmade cleaver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of patterned Damascus steel and walnut wood creates a traditional appearance suited to customers who appreciate artisan kitchen cutlery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural grain of the walnut handle and the Damascus blade pattern contribute to the knife's individual character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe limited-edition designation does not imply a numbered production quantity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCowhide Leather Sheath Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fitted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecowhide leather sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e accompanies the Walnutforge Hearthwarden™.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheath provides protective blade coverage when the knife is not in use and helps reduce accidental contact with the cutting edge during handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe supplier describes its handmade leather sheaths as featuring a vertical-carry belt loop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways clean and completely dry the blade before placing it in the sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor extended storage, keep the knife in a clean, dry environment rather than leaving a carbon steel blade inside moisture-retaining leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnutforge Hearthwarden™ Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Walnutforge Hearthwarden™\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 11.5 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 Natural Walnut 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 Cleaver Knife Care Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo maintain the blade and walnut handle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-wash the knife using mild soap and water.\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 abrasive cleaners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore the knife in a dry environment, preferably outside the leather sheath for long-term storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper care helps preserve the Damascus pattern and the appearance of the natural wood 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 Walnutforge Hearthwarden™ Damascus Cleaver Knife?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is made from pattern-welded 1095 and 15N20 Damascus steel, with a supplier-stated hardness of 55–58 HRC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the handle made from genuine walnut wood?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The supplier identifies the handle material as walnut wood. Natural variations in wood grain and colour may occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan this Damascus cleaver be used for everyday kitchen preparation?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It is intended for general kitchen tasks such as chopping vegetables, preparing herbs, and slicing boneless ingredients. Avoid hard bones and frozen foods unless the knife is specifically rated for them.\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 our complete \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/collections\/cleaver-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaver Knives Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to compare handmade Damascus, Serbian-style, and carbon steel kitchen cleavers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor another handmade Damascus design with a distinctive 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\/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 rosewood handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor an alternative without Damascus layering, discover the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/mirrorcrest-blackstone-high-carbon-steel-kitchen-cleaver\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMirrorcrest Blackstone™ High Carbon Steel Kitchen Cleaver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOODSMAN FORGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52661430878424,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/3810\/1976\/files\/damascus-cleaver-walnut-handle-ranch-woodsman-forge-01.jpg?v=1791766540","url":"https:\/\/woodsmanforge.com\/products\/walnutforge-hearthwarden-damascus-cleaver-knife","provider":"WOODSMAN FORGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}