Description
Every Timber Rattlesnake begins as raw high-carbon billets, and what comes back out of the forge wears a hand-forged Damascus pattern your thumb can trace across the flat. What arrives is a working Damascus hunting knife first and a mantelpiece object second: a fixed blade with a deep, upswept belly, a crown stag grip, and the kind of heft that tells you where the tip is without looking.
| Overall length | 11 inches |
| Blade length | 6 inches |
| Steel | 1095 + 15N20 Damascus, 352 layers |
| Handle | Crown stag with amber and black spacers |
| Hardness | 58–60 HRC, oil tempered |
| Weight | 14 oz |
| Included | Hand-stitched leather sheath |
The steel, and why it behaves this way
The bar is pattern-welded from two high-carbon steels that answer the acid differently. The 1095 supplies the carbon that lets an edge get thin and stay thin; the 15N20 carries a little nickel, shrugs off the etch, and leaves those bright silver rivers running the length of the flat. Fold, weld, draw out, repeat, and our note on what a high layer count actually buys a blade explains where the number lands. The figure lives inside the steel rather than sitting on top of it, which is why a fingertip finds faint topography where the etch bit the softer bands deeper.
Crown stag, and what it feels like
The grip is a single length of crown stag left with its natural bark instead of being sanded flat, seated behind amber and black spacers at the guard. Antler is a wild material, so palms report it differently from one knife to the next, but the texture does one job extremely well: it holds. Cold hands, wet hands, hands slick with fat after an hour of work on a deer — the ridged surface still gives you something to close around. It also warms to your hand on a frosted November morning in a way no synthetic scale manages. Hunters drawn to antler tend to like our Persian Yuma deer antler knife for the same reason.
Grind and edge
The profile is a sweeping trailing point: a long, rising belly that lets you pull a continuous stroke under hide rather than sawing at it, and a fine tip for opening up and detail work around joints. Bevels are ground by hand and the edge leaves us shaving sharp. Field dressing and skinning are what it was drawn for, though it takes camp chores in stride: cordage, kindling, breaking down a load of game at the tailgate. Anyone weighing this class of blade against the rest of the range will find our Damascus hunting knife guide a useful sanity check.
Sheath, shop, and gift options
It ships in a hand-stitched leather sheath, cut and saddle-stitched by hand so the welt keeps the edge off the thread. Every one of these is forged, ground, heat treated and assembled in our Memphis, Tennessee shop, under a lifetime warranty and the weight of over two thousand verified reviews. If you want initials or a date on the flat before it leaves us, engraving is a twenty-nine dollar paid extra at checkout.
Living with it
High-carbon Damascus is not stainless and does not pretend to be. Dry it properly when the work is finished, keep a thin film of oil on the flats between outings, and let it live outside the leather rather than inside it, because tanned hide holds moisture against steel. Do that much and the etch stays crisp for decades. Touch the edge up on a fine stone when it stops biting paper.
Model: BMK-825
William D.: (verified owner) –
“I’m a competitive chef, and my Damascus knife is my secret weapon in the kitchen. Its sharpness and precision give me an edge in creating award-winning dishes.”
Emily C.: (verified owner) –
“I’m an outdoor enthusiast, and my Damascus knife is a dependable companion on my hiking and camping trips. Its sharpness and durability make it an essential tool for various tasks in the wilderness.”
Daniel P.: (verified owner) –
“I’m a food critic, and I’ve dined at some of the finest restaurants. The Damascus knife I use at home rivals the quality of knives I’ve encountered in top-notch establishments. It’s truly exceptional.”
Olivia K.: (verified owner) –
“My Damascus knife is more than a kitchen tool; it’s a piece of functional art. Its sharpness and beauty are truly exceptional, adding elegance to my cooking.”
Samuel B.: (verified owner) –
“I’m an outdoor enthusiast, and my Damascus knife is an indispensable tool on my outdoor expeditions. Its sharpness and durability make it the perfect companion for various tasks in nature.”
Jessica L.: (verified owner) –
“The Damascus knife I received as a gift has quickly become my kitchen MVP. Its sharpness and the artistry of its blade patterns make it a constant source of delight.”
William R.: (verified owner) –
“I’m a competitive chef, and my Damascus knife is my go-to tool for culinary competitions. Its sharpness and precision help me create dishes that impress judges.”
Emily G.: (verified owner) –
“I’m an outdoor enthusiast, and my Damascus knife is a reliable companion on my hiking and camping trips. Its sharpness and durability make it an essential tool.”
Daniel S.: (verified owner) –
“The Damascus knife I own has quickly become the star of my kitchen. Its sharpness and the artistry of its blade patterns make it a constant source of inspiration.”
Olivia F.: (verified owner) –
“I’m a competitive chef, and my Damascus knife is my secret weapon in the kitchen. Its sharpness and precision give me an edge in creating extraordinary dishes.”
Matthew Martinac (verified owner) –
Samuel L.: (verified owner) –
“I received a Damascus knife as a gift, and it’s the best addition to my kitchen. Its sharpness and the artistry of its blade patterns make it truly special.”
Jessica D.: (verified owner) –
“I’m a culinary educator, and my Damascus knife is an invaluable teaching tool. Its sharpness and balance make it perfect for demonstrating knife techniques to my students.”
William C.: (verified owner) –
“My Damascus knife is my kitchen workhorse. Its sharpness and precision make every cooking task a breeze, and it’s a joy to display.”
Andre Marsh –
This knife is good but not quite perfect. Nice that it’s US made out of Memphis with solid shipping times. Blade quality is solid. Arrived a bit less sharp than expected but a few passes on a strop fixed it. Minor nitpicks aside, good quality knife.
Derek Perez –
So happy I finally pulled the trigger on this one. Weight and balance make it feel like a real working knife not some cheap import. Already thinking about what to order next from this store. Black Mamba Knives has earned a repeat customer with this one.
Amanda Thomas –
Genuinely super impressed with how this turned out. Love it.
Jessica Hill –
Best knife I’ve ever owned. Hands down. Came in a nice gift box which made it feel even more special. Sheath snaps shut securely and doesn’t feel flimsy at all. Can’t wait to see what else this shop has to offer.
Blake Sanchez –
The moment I saw this in person I knew it was a keeper. Black Mamba Knives has earned a repeat customer with this one. Handle feels amazing and the balance is perfect. Fit and finish is museum quality. You can tell real craftsmen made this by hand. Great buy overall.
Joshua Thomas –
This shop clearly knows what they’re doing with quality like this. This is my third order from Black Mamba Knives and they never disappoint. This one’s a keeper for sure.
Gregory Patel –
Ordered late at night on a whim and woke up glad I did. Sheath snaps shut securely and doesn’t feel flimsy at all. This maker just earned a repeat customer.
Olivia Foster –
Does the job but I wasn’t blown away. Handle material felt a bit different than pictured. Might work fine for casual use.
Adam Wright –
No regrets on this purchase at all. Came in a nice gift box which made it feel even more special. Will definitely order again for another one.
Jerome Morales –
This knife is solid. Just a couple small things kept it from 5 stars. Blade holds up well, edge retention could be slightly better. Appreciate that this is made stateside in Memphis, delivery was solid too. Sheath is nice. Wish it had more padding but it does the job. Would order again despite the minor gripes.
Sophia Wells –
Absolutely super impressed by this knife. Blade geometry makes it glide through cuts with barely any effort. Exactly the kind of quality that keeps me coming back.
Christine Murphy –
Perfect gift. Perfect quality. No complaints. Steel has a gorgeous pattern that looks different in every light. Telling everyone I know to check this shop out.
Pamela Torres –
Wasn’t expecting to be this impressed but here we are.