{"product_id":"knifemaking-hatchet-blank-bl159","title":"Knifemaking Hatchet Blank BL159 - One-Piece Construction With Satin Finish Stainless Head And 3-Inch Cutting Edge","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nDesigned for bladesmiths and DIY knife makers, the Knifemaking Hatchet Blank BL159 is an 8-inch, one-piece stainless blade ready to be forged into a custom hatchet. Its 3-inch satin-finish cutting edge provides a solid foundation for precise shaping and finishing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOverall length\u003c\/b\u003e: 8\" overall for compact handling and controllable grinding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlade material\u003c\/b\u003e: Satin finish stainless steel, offering corrosion resistance and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHead size and edge\u003c\/b\u003e: 3\" satin finish axe head with a 3\" cutting edge for versatile chopping and carving tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction\u003c\/b\u003e: One-piece design to maximize strength and rigidity during forging, heat treatment, and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish\u003c\/b\u003e: Satin surface reduces glare and provides a smooth base for grinding and polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePackaging\u003c\/b\u003e: Boxed for safe storage and easy display or gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdeal use\u003c\/b\u003e: Specifically crafted as a knifemaking\/bladesmithing blank to tailor into a personalized hatchet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nThis blank is a practical starting point for a targeted project: bladesmiths can optimize bevels and tang integration, while hobbyists can customize scale fit and balance. The stainless construction helps with maintenance, and the 3\" edge size strikes a balance between portability and effective wood processing. Boxed packaging also makes it convenient to store between sessions or present as a gift to a maker.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knifemaking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52094534287654,"sku":"BL159","price":11.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/9211\/2422\/files\/BL159.jpg?v=1771702761","url":"https:\/\/blackcountryoutdoor.com\/products\/knifemaking-hatchet-blank-bl159","provider":"Black Country Outdoor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}