{"product_id":"roselli-rd320p-the-grandfather-knife-damascus","title":"Roselli RD320P The Grandfather Knife, Damascus","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRoselli RD320P The Grandfather Knife, Damascus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Roselli Grandfather Knife in Damascus is a masterpiece of Finnish craftsmanship - a stout, generously proportioned working blade that earns its place in any serious knife collection. Handcrafted in Harmoinen, Finland, this knife features a hand-forged Damascus blade built from over 1,000 layers of Stenco Leuku, Fe 37 steel, and nickel, producing a blade of extraordinary beauty and around 60 HRC hardness. It is equally at home as a rugged field skinner, a heritage-inspired bushcraft blade, or the crown jewel of a collector's display.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The handle is carved from stained curly birch - etched and coated with linseed oil for a secure, slip-resistant grip even in cold or wet conditions - and accented with bolsters of 925 sterling silver for a finish that is as elegant as it is functional. Because it is made from natural materials, every single piece is entirely unique in pattern and texture. It arrives in a handcrafted vegetable-tanned dark leather sheath, completing one of the most compelling knife packages available from Finland today.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus Blade - 1,000+ Layers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-forged from Stenco Leuku, Fe 37 steel, and nickel for a blade with exceptional character and performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness - ~60 HRC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds a keen working edge exceptionally well, suited to demanding field and hunting tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length - 80 mm (3\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e A compact, stout blade profile ideal for skinning, camp chores, and close-work cutting tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length - 190 mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e A well-balanced overall size that is easy to handle and comfortable in the hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness - 4.5-5.5 mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty stock that adds rigidity and durability for hard-use applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight - 140 g:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantial enough to feel authoritative in hand without being cumbersome in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStained Curly Birch Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Etched and linseed oil-finished for moisture resistance and a secure grip - even with cold or stiff hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSterling Silver 925 Bolsters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant silver fittings lend a refined, heirloom-quality aesthetic to this working knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Leather Sheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetable-tanned, dark leather sheath made by hand - ready for field carry or display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade in Finland:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted, sharpened, and perfected entirely by hand in Harmoinen, Finland - a true artisan blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Engraving Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a personal touch for $12 USD - ideal for gifting or commemorating a special occasion (allow up to 7 days for engraved orders to ship).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Insurance Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every order ships with complimentary shipping insurance for added peace of mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoselli RD320P Grandfather Knife with Damascus blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHandcrafted vegetable-tanned dark leather sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShipping insurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Roselli Grandfather Knife in Damascus is the kind of piece that stops collectors and hunters in their tracks - a knife you pick up once and immediately understand why Finnish bladesmithing has earned its global reputation. Each knife is entirely unique, shaped by the natural variation of curly birch and the flowing patterns of hand-layered Damascus steel, meaning no two are ever exactly alike. The sterling silver fittings and handcrafted leather sheath elevate it well beyond a utility tool into heirloom territory.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  For the serious hunter, the outdoor enthusiast who demands the very best, or the collector seeking a blade with genuine provenance and artisan soul, this knife delivers on every level. Roselli has been making knives in Finland for generations, and the Grandfather Damascus represents their craft at its peak - built to be used, admired, and passed down. This is a knife that tells a story the moment it leaves the sheath.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Product Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSteel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus (Stenco Leuku, Fe 37 steel, nickel - 1,000+ layers)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 mm (3\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5-5.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e140 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStained curly birch, etched and linseed oil coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBolsters \/ Ferrule\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSterling silver 925\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSheath\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandcrafted vegetable-tanned dark leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarmoinen, Finland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo - arrives fully assembled and sharpened, ready to use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShips standard parcel with included shipping insurance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes Damascus steel special compared to regular knife steel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eDamascus steel is created by forge-welding multiple layers of different steel types together and repeatedly folding them - in this case, over 1,000 layers of Stenco Leuku, Fe 37 steel, and nickel. This process creates the distinctive flowing pattern visible on the blade surface, and results in a blade that balances hardness and toughness in a way single-steel blades often cannot. At around 60 HRC, the Roselli Grandfather Damascus holds a sharp edge exceptionally well while remaining resistant to brittleness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this knife intended for use in the field or is it primarily a collector's piece?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eIt is genuinely both. The Grandfather Knife has a stout, thick blade well-suited to real-world tasks like skinning game, camp work, and bushcraft. At the same time, the sterling silver bolsters, hand-finished curly birch handle, and unique Damascus patterning make it a natural centerpiece for any serious knife collection. Many buyers purchase it as a premium hunting companion that doubles as a display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill my knife look exactly like the one pictured?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eNot exactly - and that is part of what makes it special. Because the blade is hand-forged from layered steel and the handle is carved from natural curly birch, every knife has its own unique pattern, grain, and character. No two Roselli Damascus knives are identical. You will receive a one-of-a-kind piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I add custom engraving, and how does that affect shipping time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes - custom engraving is available for an additional $12 USD and makes this knife an exceptional personalized gift for a hunter, collector, or outdoorsman. Please note that engraved orders require up to 7 additional days from the purchase date before they ship, so plan accordingly if you have a deadline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for a Damascus blade and curly birch handle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eDamascus blades benefit from periodic light oiling to prevent surface oxidation - a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil or camellia oil after use is ideal. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture or acidic materials. The curly birch handle has been treated with linseed oil from the factory, and an occasional re-application of linseed or similar natural oil will keep the wood looking its best and maintain its moisture resistance over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this knife ship with insurance, and what does that cover?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes - complimentary shipping insurance is included with every purchase of this knife. This provides coverage in the unlikely event of loss or damage during transit, giving you peace of mind when investing in a premium handcrafted blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ragweed Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57309729947953,"sku":"RD320P","price":1842.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/RD320_Roselli_Damascus_Grandfather_knife_-_1-large.jpg?v=1793825354","url":"https:\/\/omahasportsandgames.com\/products\/roselli-rd320p-the-grandfather-knife-damascus","provider":"Omaha Sports \u0026 Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}