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Hand-forged in small batches

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Hammered Rosewood Damascus chef knife set with steel-capped handles
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Hammered Rosewood 5-Piece Damascus Chef Knife Set — Steel-Capped Handles

Hammered Rosewood 5-Piece Damascus Chef Knife Set — Steel-Capped Handles
$489.00 $576.99 Save $87.99
Twilight Damascus chef knife set with violet-blue pakkawood handles
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Twilight 5-Piece Damascus Chef Knife Set — Violet Pakkawood Handles

Twilight 5-Piece Damascus Chef Knife Set — Violet Pakkawood Handles
$479.00 $564.99 Save $85.99
Forge Cleaver Damascus kitchen cleaver with leather sheath
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Forge Cleaver — Damascus Kitchen Cleaver

Forge Cleaver — Damascus Kitchen Cleaver
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Hand-forged chef's cleaver with rosewood handle
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Forged Chef's Cleaver — Rosewood Handle

Forged Chef's Cleaver — Rosewood Handle
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Sliced smoked brisket beside the Texas flag Damascus brisket slicer, with BBQ sauce, pickles and grilled corn

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Built for
Brisket Night

Hand-forged slicers, carving sets and steak knives, made for the moment the smoker opens. Every knife comes with a leather sheath and free engraving.

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Gift box available · Free engraving

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Set of 6 black hammered steak knives with stag handles beside sliced steak

Black Hammered Steak Knife Set — Stag Handles

Black Hammered Steak Knife Set — Stag Handles
$399.00
Set of 6 hammered Damascus steak knives with rosewood handles beside a grilled steak

Hammered Damascus Steak Knife Set — Rosewood Handles

Hammered Damascus Steak Knife Set — Rosewood Handles
$319.00
Set of 6 black hammered steak knives with rosewood handles on a dinner table

Black Hammered Steak Knife Set — Rosewood Handles

Black Hammered Steak Knife Set — Rosewood Handles
$299.00
Flexible Damascus fillet knife with blue wood and rosewood handle and brass spacer

Blue Wood & Rosewood Damascus Fillet Knife — 7-Inch Flexible Blade

Blue Wood & Rosewood Damascus Fillet Knife — 7-Inch Flexible Blade
$199.99

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Twilight Damascus chef knife set with violet-blue pakkawood handles

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Forge Cleaver Damascus kitchen cleaver with leather sheath

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Black hammered brisket slicer and two-tine carving fork with wenge handles on dark stone

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Set of 6 black hammered steak knives with stag handles beside sliced steak

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Flexible Damascus fillet knife with blue wood and rosewood handle and brass spacer

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Full-grain leather chef's knife roll by Northbound Blade

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Twilight Damascus chef knife set with violet-blue pakkawood handles

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Damascus steel chef knife with buffalo horn handle and leather sheath

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From the steel in the blade to the leather around it, every detail is yours to choose. We'll take your selections and shape them into a knife made by hand, specifically for you.

  1. — 01

    Choose the Steel

    Pick the blade material, pattern, and character that fit your style.

  2. — 02

    Build Your Handle

    Choose the materials, colors, and finish that make the knife feel uniquely yours.

  3. — 03

    Design the Sheath

    Complete your knife with a handmade leather sheath, customized to match your vision.

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Don't see exactly what you're looking for? Share your idea, sketch, inspiration, or even just a description - we'll help turn it into something real.

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A styled flat-lay of leather crafting tools and accessories arranged on a dark wood tabletop, including a knife roll with several knives, leather pouches, straps, and a dark cloth.

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Where do you ship, and how much does it cost?

We ship tracked across Canada, USA and Europe. Shipping is free on orders over $150 for US & Canada; below that, rates are calculated at checkout. In-stock pieces leave the forge within a few business days, and made-to-order pieces take a little longer — we'll keep you posted along the way.
Can I personalise a blade with engraving?

Add free engraving with the engraving option on the product page — up to 20 characters on the blade, or engrave the leather sheath. Adds 2 business days. Engraved pieces are final sale. For any other engraving request, email us at info@northboundblade.com.
How do I care for a hand-forged blade?

Hand wash with warm water and mild soap, dry immediately, and wipe on a light coat of food-grade mineral oil after use. Never soak a blade or run it through a dishwasher, and store it dry in a sheath, knife roll, or on a magnetic strip. See our Knife Care guide for the full routine.
Is there an age requirement to order?

Yes — you must be of legal age in your jurisdiction to purchase and receive our products, and it's the buyer's responsibility to know their local laws. Full details are on our Legal & Age Requirements page.
Do you take custom or bulk orders?

We do. Whether it's a one-off commission or a bulk order for corporate gifting, tell us what you have in mind through the form on our Meet the Maker page — you can attach reference images — and we'll get back to you with options and timing.

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2-piece curved paring knife set with wood handles

2-Piece Paring Knife Set

A matched pair of curved paring knives with solid wood handles — ideal for peeling, trimming, and detail work in the kitchen.

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Mahogany Reserve Chef Set

Mahogany Reserve Chef Set

Five hand-forged Damascus blades finished with deep mahogany-toned handles and a contoured grip, rolled in a stitched leather carry case.

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Hand-forged chef's cleaver with galaxy resin handle and hamon line

Chef's Cleaver — Galaxy Resin Handle

The blade is hand-forged from high-carbon steel and differentially hardened. The handle is cast from a deep red, pink, and blue swirled resin, giving each piece a one-of-a-kind marbled look — no two are exactly alike.

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Forged chef knife with red and green resin handle

Forged Chef's Knife — Red & Green Resin Handle

The blade is finished with a dark forged patina fading into a bright, mirror-polished edge. The handle is cast in a festive red and green swirled resin with brass pins, giving it a bold, one-of-a-kind look

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