{"product_id":"damascus-hawkbill-folding-pruning-knife-liner-lock-rosewood-bone-handle-mosaic-pin","title":"Damascus Neck Folding Knife with Rosewood \u0026 Bone Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eHawkbill pruning folders became standard carry tools for farmers, gardeners, and orchard workers across 19th century Europe and America, where a curved downward blade handled vine cutting, branch trimming, and rope work that straight blades could not grip cleanly. Bone and wood combination handles were the working standard on professional folding tools of that era, bone for smooth grip on the lower scale, dense wood on the upper for impact resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt JWSteelCrafts, we get a lot of questions about this style. So let's break down what makes it special, where it came from, and why the hawkbill pruning profile still holds up as a solid field tool today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Exactly Is This Damascus Neck Folding Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/pocket-knife?srsltid=AfmBOormwCpMuNmSgV7JDs0iuVXec8d46dMBFDW6__LNeVMn9D65WQ-_\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus neck folding knife \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eopens to 7 inches overall with a 3-inch blade and a 4-inch handle. The blade is forged from Damascus steel in a wave-pattern finish. The handle pairs a dark rosewood upper scale with a cream bone lower scale and a wide flared bone bolster at the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mosaic cross pin sits on the handle face, a brass thumb stud opens the blade, and a liner lock holds the blade rigid during use. No sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Hawkbill Pruning Profile Still Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe JWSteelCrafts Damascus pruning folder carries that same working field tradition in every forged blade. The hawkbill profile curves sharply downward from spine to tip, designed for pull cutting through vines, cord, rope, and branch material where a straight blade loses control. The curved tip draws cleanly through material on a single downward stroke without slipping off the cut line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRosewood and Bone Handle: Comfort and Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle pairs dark rosewood on the upper scale and cream bone on the lower scale. A wide flared bone bolster sits at the top of the handle, adding a distinct profile and protecting fingers during heavy pull cutting tasks. Rosewood is dense and moisture-resistant through daily outdoor carry, while bone provides a smooth, firm grip surface that does not slip in wet field conditions. A mosaic cross pin sits on the handle face, a decorative cross and compass pattern pressed into the handle for a bold visual detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDamascus Steel: More Than Just a Pretty Pattern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from Damascus steel in a wave pattern finish, holding a sharp working edge through sustained daily carry and field cutting use. Because each blade is hand-forged, the wave pattern varies from piece to piece, making every knife genuinely one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLiner Lock Build and Ready for Everyday Carry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe liner lock engages automatically on blade opening and holds the blade rigid until manually released. The brass thumb stud allows fast one-hand deployment from a closed position. This knife suits pruning, vine cutting, and orchard field tasks, rope, cord, and webbing utility cutting, and everyday carry outdoor and field use. Always open and close the blade carefully to avoid accidental injury, and keep it stored safely when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Comes With It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach \u003cstrong\u003eDamascus hawkbill folding\u003c\/strong\u003e pruning knife arrives ready for fieldwork, with a hand-forged blade and handcrafted handle detailing that reflects real craftsmanship rather than a factory build. No sheath is included with this knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is Really For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Damascus hawkbill folding pruning knife works well for a few different types of people:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGardeners and farmers who need a reliable pull-cutting blade for vine and branch work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor users who want a hawkbill folder for rope, cord, and webbing tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of Damascus hawkbill and pruning folding knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift buyers looking for a practical, handmade piece for gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 Inches Open\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWave Pattern Damascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHawkbill \/ Pruning Curve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLock Mechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiner Lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpener\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass Thumb Stud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpper Scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark Rosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower 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moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid leaving it wet or exposed to humidity for long periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few minutes of care after each use keeps the blade looking sharp for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this knife different from other hawkbill folders at JWSteelCrafts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the only Damascus hawkbill pruning folder in the store with a rosewood bone handle, flared bone bolster, and mosaic cross pin in a liner lock build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a hawkbill pruning blade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade curves sharply downward to the tip, built for pull cutting through vines, rope, and branch material where a straight blade cannot grip the cut line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the mosaic pin on the handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA decorative cross and compass pattern pin pressed into the handle face, giving each knife a 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