Handmade Damascus Folding Knife Shieldmaiden Lagertha & Ragnar Lothbrok Carved Handle Folding Knife

Handmade Damascus Knife Shieldmaiden Lagertha & Ragnar Lothbrok Carved Handle Folding Knife

Embrace Norse legend with this Lagertha & Ragnar Lothbrok Inspired Handmade Damascus Steel Folding Knife—an elite fusion of craftsmanship and Viking heritage. Built with precision and passion, this folding pocket knife is perfect for collectors, outdoor adventurers, and those who appreciate authentic, hand-forged blades.

The 3.5-inch blade features a striking raindrop Damascus pattern, forged from 15N20 and 1095 high-carbon steel with 512 true layers (8 folds). With a Rockwell hardness of 58 HRC, this blade guarantees cutting power, edge retention, and long-lasting durability.

Its 4.5-inch handle, made from a combination of brass and Damascus steel, features intricate carvings paying homage to Shieldmaiden Lagertha and Ragnar Lothbrok. The spine is highlighted by custom file work, giving this piece a truly distinctive aesthetic.

Packaged in a custom wooden engraved box and paired with a high-quality leather sheath, this knife is both a powerful tool and a cherished collector’s item.

Product Specifications:

• Overall Length (Open): 8” Inches

• Blade Length: 3.5” Inches

• Handle Length: 4.5” Inches

• Blade Material: Hand-Forged 15N20 & 1095 Damascus Steel

• Layers: True 512 (8 Folds) – Raindrop Pattern

• Handle Material: Brass & Damascus Steel – Viking Carvings

• Spine Design: Custom File Work

• Hardness: 58 HRC Rockwell

• Sheath: Premium Quality Leather

• Box: Custom Engraved Wooden Gift Box

• Build: Built to Outlast

Hand Engraving Techniques

Unlike engraving, carving requires hard work, patience, and skill to scrape away material by hand, creating deep, intricate 3D patterns that make every knife a one-of-a-kind treasure. Carving gives a sculptural dimension to the handle that engraving simply cannot achieve.

1. Preparation:

• Design: Sketch or print your desired design as a guide.
• Surface: Thoroughly clean and prepare the metal surface for engraving.
• Securing: Firmly secure the metal piece in a vise or clamp to prevent any movement during the process.

2. Carving with Gravers:

• Tool: Use a graver small, hardened steel chisel—designed specifically for removing metal.
• Technique: Apply consistent pressure and use controlled movements to glide the graver smoothly across the surface, carefully following your design.
• Methods: Gravers can be operated manually by hand pressure, struck with a small hammer, or used with a pneumatic air-driven hammer.
• Shading: Create shading effects by engraving parallel lines that deepen and converge gradually.

3. Tools and Techniques:

• Gravers: Utilize different shapes and sizes of gravers to achieve various textures, lines, and intricate details.
• Lubrication: Apply a small amount of oil to the tip of the graver to minimize friction and prolong tool life.
• Pressure Control: Maintain consistent pressure throughout to produce smooth, even lines.
• Sharpening: Regularly sharpen gravers to ensure clean, precise cuts.

4. Practice and Skill Development:

• Practice: Developing control and precision in hand engraving requires consistent practice.
• Learning: Enhancing your ability to draw and studying different engraving techniques will significantly improve your craftsmanship over time.

Own a knife that reflects true craftsmanship — where every fold, every carve, and every cut tells a story of excellence!!