Is this "Real" Damascus steel or just etched to look like?

Just got mine. It's what we call Damascus. Or welded pattern steel. Very well made.

Is the blade hardened and tempered?

It appears to have been given some hardening and tempering but what to what extent I can't tell. The dagger I received was very sharp, oiled to protect it against corrosion and is a very good to excellent quality blade and I'm thinking of ordering a 2nd 1.

Is it perfectly balanced?

It’s well-balanced well-constructed and very sharp. I would not say it’s “perfectly balanced.”

It is designed as a piercing weapon, not a slashing knife. The point is “sharp”. The spiral edges are not. “Poke them with the pointy end.”

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🗡️ Own the Edge of Timeless Craftsmanship

LIGHTWEIGHT YET RUGGED - At just 1.3 pounds, this dagger balances portability with robust one-piece steel construction for lifetime durability.
MASTERPIECE IN EVERY LAYER - 176 hand-forged Damascus steel layers create a stunning ladder pattern that’s as durable as it is eye-catching.
ERGONOMIC EXOTIC ROSEWOOD HANDLE - 5-inch handle crafted from premium rosewood offers a luxurious feel and secure grip, blending art with function.
EXCLUSIVE HANDMADE COWHIDE SHEATH - Protect your investment with a custom cowhide leather sheath, adding a touch of classic elegance to your collection.
PRECISION EDGE LEGENDARY SHARPNESS - HRC 58-60 hardness with a compound bevel edge ensures unmatched cutting performance for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

The Poshland DG-21 is a custom handmade Damascus steel dagger featuring a 10.1-inch blade forged from 176 layers of 1095/15N20 alloy steel, delivering exceptional sharpness and durability (HRC 58-60). It boasts a 5-inch exotic rosewood handle for ergonomic comfort and comes with a handmade cowhide leather sheath. Lightweight at 1.3 pounds and crafted as a one-piece steel construction, this collectible knife is a perfect blend of art, precision, and lasting quality.

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A**7

Not super sharp but still effective/pretty

The swirled edges are not super sharp but the tip is. It makes for a really unique style push dagger and it’s pretty to look at!

29.07.2025

M**.

Decent dagger. Well made. Great design.

Not much to dislike really. It's a dagger. Welded pattern steel or Damascus blade. Actually the whole thing is Damascus as it's a one piece construction. Came with oil on it. Which I cleaned off with a degreaser. I used Ren wax on it to see if that doesn't seal it up and protect from rust. All in all decent.

5.05.2023

K**N

Good buy

This is one of the best knives I've seen in a long time, there's some work put into these

30.07.2025

J**A

Heavy and Greasy

It looks nice but too heavy and unbalanced to be used in any practical way.

12.02.2019

K**Y

The pattern is beautiful

I love the knife itself. It’s truly a beautiful piece of art and I wouldn’t hesitate to buy this again for a gift. However it is super greasy and gross feeling when you receive it. The grease washes right off though. No problem at all

30.06.2019

N**N

Disappointed

Not well polished. Loose in sheath. Smaller than expected. Still good value for price

11.08.2023

T**Y

Beautiful Piece of Artwork

My husband loves this knife! Be sure to keep it polished because it rusts very quickly... this is not a flaw, it is just due to the steel combined with the elements and with oil and sweat from handling it.

7.08.2019

S**C

Good overall. Nice hunk of metal

Look nice works really well. Damascus appears to be etched.

31.10.2018

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Blade Material	Alloy Steel
Product Care Instructions	Hand Wash Only
Handle Material	Wood
Item Weight	1.3 Pounds
Item Length	15 Inches
Blade Length	10.1 Inches
Blade Edge	Compound Bevel
Special Features	Lightweight
Style	DG-21
Color	Silver

Poshland DG-21 Custom Handmade Damascus Steel- Classic Piece Of ART (DG-21)

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