The initial and, perhaps, the key factor for the decision to give or not to give a Damascus knife should be the fact of the appropriateness of such a gift. If the person you want to congratulate is a hunter, likes to go hiking, or is simply interested in knives and military weapons, this gift will appeal to him. If a person does not show interest in such products, such a present runs the risk of becoming useless, and money – thrown to the wind.

In this article, we will talk about the advantages of a Damascus knife, and how to choose it if you still decide to give such a memorable product to a friend or loved one.

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What to look for when choosing

If you are not an expert in the field of military weapons, our article will help you find the right product. When choosing a knife as a gift, pay attention to:

Drawing – in addition to the beauty and attractiveness of the drawing, it is important that it be clear and clearly defined, contrasting along the length of the blade. This indicates that the material has the required carbon content in its composition. The more layers in Damascus, the stronger and more reliable it is. The smaller the pattern on the blade, the more layers in such Damascus.

Lack of penetration – this is the name of the area on the blade with metal joining. It affects the strength of the product, so a small lack of penetration in the form of a film is acceptable, but a large one will lead to the marriage of such a blade.

Steel grade – if you yourself do not understand grades, a consultant on our website will always be able to help you and suggest which composition is better to choose. You can also read our article: Damascus Steel Knives: History and Characteristics.

Sharpening – the blade must be sharp, evenly sharpened at a specific angle along the entire length of the blade.

When not to give a knife from Damascus

As mentioned above, if a person is not interested in military weapons, he is unlikely to appreciate such a gift.

Also, you should not give a Damascus knife if:

You have not figured out the characteristics of a good Damascus knife and are guided by the advice of friends, the Internet, recommendations from sellers of non-specialized stores

You are going to give an expensive knife as a gift, but it will probably serve as an interior decoration. This is impractical, and in this case it is better to look at products that have a lower cost and are intended for decoration. In our online store you can find such models.

The person to whom the gift is intended is superstitious. Such people believe that piercing and cutting weapons cannot be given as a bad omen. Obviously, a person is unlikely to be happy to receive such a present.