Description
Sunfire Claw pairs a hand-forged Damascus hawkbill with stabilised maple burl in deep honey amber — the knotted, swirling part of the tree that no two boards of ever come out the same. The etch brings the layers up dark along the curve; the burl throws light back at every angle.
It is a working karambit underneath the figure. The inward-facing edge hooks material into the cut, and the integral finger ring locks the knife to your hand.
| Overall Length | 8.7 inches |
|---|---|
| Blade Length | 3.6 inches (measured along the curve) |
| Blade Steel | Hand-forged Damascus, acid etched |
| Blade Finish | Acid etched Damascus |
| Blade Style | Curved karambit hawkbill |
| Handle Material | Stabilised maple burl |
| Finger Ring | Polished steel finger ring, integral |
| Fittings | Stainless pins |
| Tang | Full tang |
| Sheath | Handmade tan leather belt sheath with stud closure (included) |
Built for: everyday carry, collectors, and gifting — retirement, anniversary and milestone presents. It is also entirely usable for rope, cord and general utility work.
Care: Damascus is a high-carbon steel and will spot or patina if it is put away wet. Wipe the blade dry after every use and keep a light film of mineral or camellia oil on it, which also keeps the etched pattern crisp. Stabilised burl is resin-impregnated and far more stable than raw wood, but it is still wood: wipe it clean and wax it once or twice a year. Do not store the knife inside the leather sheath for long periods.
FAQs
What is a karambit knife used for?
It started as a farming tool in Southeast Asia — the curved blade follows the shape of a tiger claw and was used for cutting roots, twine and rope. Today it is carried as a utility and self-defence knife: the hook shape pulls material into the edge instead of pushing it away, so it cuts rope, cord, webbing, boxes and hide with very little force.
What is the finger ring for?
Retention. Your index finger goes through the ring, so the knife cannot be pulled or knocked out of your hand even with wet or gloved hands, and you can let go of the grip entirely without dropping it. It also lets you switch between forward and reverse grip in one movement.
Is the leather sheath included?
Yes. The tan leather sheath with a brass stud shown in the photograph is moulded to this blade. It ships with the knife at no extra cost.
Is a karambit legal to carry?
It is treated as an ordinary fixed blade in most places, but blade-length and carry rules vary widely by state and country, and a few jurisdictions restrict curved or ring-handled knives specifically. Check your local law before carrying it.
Can I actually use a Damascus knife, or is it for show?
Use it. The pattern comes from forge-welding different steels together; the finished blade is hardened, ground and sharpened like any other working knife. It simply asks to be kept dry and lightly oiled.
Will my knife look exactly like the photograph?
No. Every Damascus billet is folded and etched by hand, so the pattern is different on every blade. Your knife will share the shape, dimensions and build shown, but the steel will be its own.
What is stabilised burl?
A burl is the knotted growth on a tree trunk where the grain has grown in on itself, giving swirling figure instead of straight lines. Stabilising forces resin through it under vacuum so it will not crack, swell or absorb moisture — the look of burl with the toughness of a synthetic.
Make it a gift
Tell us at checkout that this one is a gift and we will pack and ship it gift-ready. Every knife leaves our Memphis, Tennessee workshop with a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, backed by over 2,000 verified 5-star reviews.
Model: BMK-1189
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