{"product_id":"damascus-raptor-claw-folder","title":"Damascus Raptor Claw Folder with Upswept Damascus Blade","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Damascus Raptor Claw Folder puts a bird of prey in your pocket. Its upswept blade curves like a talon in flight. Damascus pattern covers the blade and both handle scales. Brass liners and mosaic rosettes warm the steel palette. Open or closed, it reads as one sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Damascus folders are rare for good reason. Patterned steel demands careful fitting at every joint. Here the figure flows unbroken across the closed knife. Finger grooves sculpt the handle for a locked grip. A thumb stud opens the blade with one hand. Deployment feels smooth from the very first cycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA snap leather belt pouch protects it between uses. The tooled case matches western belts and gear. Each folder is individually handmade in limited numbers. Secure checkout and tracked shipping cover every order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/collections\/lockback-folding-knife\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus Claw Folder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e at Divine Knives. No other piece folds Damascus scales around a talon blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe History Behind This Damascus Raptor Claw Folder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFolding knives freed workers from belt sheaths centuries ago. Pocket carry made a good blade an everyday companion. Damascus dress folders became prized trade and gift pieces. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDivine Knives \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003econtinues that tradition in full patterned steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaptor Claw Folding Knife Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe recurved edge accelerates material into the cut. Rope, cardboard, and cordage slice with less effort. The upswept tip excels at detail and reach work. A thumb stud deploys the blade smoothly one-handed. The lock holds the blade rigid until released. Hard cuts feel as solid as a fixed blade. Damascus layers keep the curved edge keen longer. Sharpen the recurve with a rod or narrow stone. Oil the pivot monthly for a lifetime of smooth openings. Folders reward maintenance more than any fixed blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus Pocket Knife Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus scales mirror the blade's flowing figure. Brass liners frame the pattern in warm contrast. Mosaic rosettes and black pins secure the build. Finger grooves are ground, not molded, into steel. The backspine spring locks up with a crisp snap. This tight fit prevents blade play in any direction. Craftsmanship shows most where parts must move. The leather pouch adds a snap flap and belt loop. Its tooled border matches our western sheath family. Pouch carry also spares pocket linings from wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Used For: EDC Folding Knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarry this folder for daily tasks and weekend trips. It breaks down boxes, trims cord, and preps snacks. Lightweight keeps it welcome in any pocket. Collectors prize full Damascus folders above most patterns. This one anchors any display case instantly. It displays beautifully open or closed on a stand. The pouch makes gifting simple and complete. Order the Damascus Raptor Claw Folder today. This pattern pairing folds shut on one knife only. Once it sells, the match is gone forever.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications Table\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"166\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"166\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.5 inches open, 4.75 inches closed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.75 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged layered Damascus steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood grain Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEtched pattern contrast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.75 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus steel scales with ground finger grooves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone (brass liners and backspacer)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePin Detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMosaic rosettes with black pins and thumb stud\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot applicable (folding knife)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnap leather belt pouch with tooled border\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFolding pocket knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How does this differ from the Ring Claw Damascus Karambit?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The Ring Claw Damascus Karambit is a fixed-blade knife with a deeply curved inward edge and finger ring. This model is a folding knife with an upward-sweeping raptor-style blade that closes safely into the handle for convenient everyday carry.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is the handle really Damascus too?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. The handle scales are crafted from genuine patterned Damascus steel, creating a continuous layered appearance that complements the Damascus blade.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does it open one-handed?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. A thumb stud allows smooth one-handed opening, while the locking mechanism securely holds the blade open and releases easily when it's time to close the knife.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is this a hawkbill blade?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"No. A hawkbill blade curves downward for pull cutting, while this knife features an upward-sweeping raptor-style blade designed for controlled slicing and precise cutting tasks.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does it include a case?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. Every knife includes a genuine leather snap-closure belt pouch that protects the folded knife during storage and everyday carry.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How do I maintain the pivot?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Apply a single drop of light oil to the pivot about once a month or as needed, cycle the blade several times to distribute the lubricant, and wipe away any dust or excess oil to keep the action smooth.\"\n      }\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n","brand":"Divine Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52651458494751,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/2106\/9599\/files\/AFC11C41-C254-4C21-88F9-776116E3BE86.jpg?v=1782943788","url":"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/products\/damascus-raptor-claw-folder","provider":"Divine Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}