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USA PRIME FINDS Premium Materials • Built to Last • Backed by Trust ✅ Hand-Forged ✅ Free US Shipping ✅ 30-Day Returns ✅ Fast US Dispatch 10" x 2" Hand-Forged Raindrop Damascus Steel Billet
This hand-forged Damascus steel billet by USA Prime Finds is a premium knife-making blank measuring approximately 10 by 2 inches and 3mm thick. Crafted from a superior blend of 15N20 and 1095 high-carbon steel, this bar features a striking, high-contrast Raindrop pattern. Delivered fully annealed and ready to work, it is the perfect foundation for your next custom bladesmithing project.
Key Features ✅ True Damascus: Folded 15N20 and 1095 high-carbon steel. ✅ Striking Pattern: Deeply etched, highly visible Raindrop design. ✅ Work-Ready: Fully annealed for immediate stock removal, drilling, and filing. ✅ Ideal Dimensions: Approx. 10.0" L x 2.0" W — perfect for most fixed-blade profiles. ✅ Consistent Profile: Approx. 3mm thickness for excellent slicing geometry. ✅ Versatile Blank: Suitable for hunting knives, skinners, bowies, or custom tools. Specifications BrandUSA Prime Finds MaterialDamascus (1095 & 15N20 High Carbon) PatternRaindrop Length (est.)10.0" Width (est.)2.0" Thickness (est.)3mm Metallurgical StateAnnealed (Softened for tooling) ❓ Buyer Questions, Answered
What is the best steel blank for custom knife making?
A combination of 1095 and 15N20 high-carbon steel provides an excellent balance of edge retention, durability, and bold visual contrast.
How to work with an annealed Damascus steel billet?
Because this billet is fully annealed, it is in a softened state. You can immediately begin stock removal, drilling, and filing without needing to heat-treat it first.
Is 1095 and 15N20 good for Damascus blades?
Yes, 1095 carbon steel provides a hard edge, while 15N20 contains nickel, which resists acid etching. Together, they create striking light and dark layers.
What does raindrop pattern Damascus look like?
The raindrop pattern features tight, circular swirls across the surface of the steel, created by dimpling the forged layers and grinding them flat.
Does this billet require heat treatment after shaping?
Yes. Since the billet is shipped annealed for easy grinding, you must properly harden and temper your finished blade to ensure edge retention.
📦 What's in the Box 📦 1x Damascus Steel Billet (10" x 2" x 3mm) 🤚 Handmade Note: Each billet is individually forged by hand. Natural variations in the Raindrop Damascus pattern and exact dimensions make every piece one-of-a-kind. Your billet will feature a unique grain structure similar to, but distinctly different from, the exact photos. 🚚 Shipping & Returns ✅ FREE shipping within the USA ✅ Fast dispatch ✅ Hassle-free 30-day returns ⭐ Why Buy From USA Prime Finds ✅ Authentic hand-forged materials — not mass-produced laser-etched fakes ✅ Complete, accurate specs on every listing ✅ Responsive US-based customer support ✅ Trusted by custom bladesmiths and craftsmen nationwide © 2026 USA Prime Finds. All rights reserved.
