{"product_id":"knifemaking-hatchet-blank-damascus-bl159d-bl29","title":"Damascus Forge Knifemaking Hatchet Blank - 8 Inch Overall With 3 Inch Damascus Head And One-Piece Construction","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nKnifemaking Hatchet Blank Damascus BL159D-BL29 is a compact, ready-to-work head designed for blade crafters who want a Damascus-pattern starting point for a custom hatchet or utility blade. It’s built for knifemakers seeking a durable one-piece blank that combines practical performance with distinctive aesthetics.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOverall length\u003c\/b\u003e: 8\" overall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAxe head material\u003c\/b\u003e: 3\" Damascus steel axe head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCutting edge\u003c\/b\u003e: 3\" cutting edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction\u003c\/b\u003e: One-piece construction for strength and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePackaging\u003c\/b\u003e: Boxed for secure shipping and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntended use\u003c\/b\u003e: Designed as a knifemaking blank suitable for forging, shaping, and finishing a custom hatchet or compact blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nThis blank is ideal for hobbyists and professional bladesmiths who want a compact, heat-treatable platform to craft a personalized tool. Use it as a foundation for hand-forging, bevel grinding, and final sharpening, while leveraging the Damascus pattern to add visual appeal to a functional piece. The one-piece design minimizes potential weak spots during heat treatment and grinding, providing predictable performance as you form your handle and balance. Whether you’re building a camp hatchet, a field knife, or a display-worthy blade set, this BL159D-BL29 blank offers a concrete starting point with authentic Damascus character.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knifemaking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52094534320422,"sku":"BL159D","price":21.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/9211\/2422\/files\/BL159D.jpg?v=1771702761","url":"https:\/\/blackcountryoutdoor.com\/products\/knifemaking-hatchet-blank-damascus-bl159d-bl29","provider":"Black Country Outdoor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}