{"product_id":"quillspine-burl-wood-feather-shaped-damascus-dagger","title":"Quillspine Burl Wood Feather-Shaped Damascus Dagger with Carved Red Burl Handle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":238}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":559,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":238}'\u003eThe Burl Wood Feather-Shaped Damascus Dagger starts as a twisted billet. The smith splits that billet down its length. He opens the two halves like a book and welds them back together. Mirrored layers meet along the center and radiate outward. That is how a feather pattern forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":104,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":333}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":104,\"w\":551,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":333}'\u003eMost Damascus patterns come from folding alone. Feather takes an extra step, and the failure rate is high. A weld that misses leaves a visible seam down the quill line. This blade shows a clean center with barbs running evenly to both edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":178,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":407}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":178,\"w\":565,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":407}'\u003eThis feather-shaped dagger for sale arrives sharp on both edges. Notches cut into each side echo the split barbs of a real feather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":233,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":462}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":233,\"w\":560,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":462}'\u003eFeather-Shaped Damascus Dagger at Divine Knives with true feather pattern steel, notched double edges, a carved red burl handle, and brass fittings at both ends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":289,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":518}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":289,\"w\":501,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":518}'\u003eThe History Behind This Burl Wood Handle Dagger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":329,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":558}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":329,\"w\":545,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":558}'\u003eDouble-edged daggers appear in Bronze Age finds across Europe and Asia. Symmetry made them one of the earliest deliberate blade shapes. Feather pattern steel is far more recent by comparison. American smiths revived the technique through the late twentieth century. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/\" bis_size='{\"x\":64,\"y\":387,\"w\":85,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":477,\"abs_y\":616}'\u003eDivine Knives \u003c\/a\u003eworks burl wood against that pattern for contrast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":423,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":652}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":423,\"w\":448,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":652}'\u003eBurl Wood Feather-Shaped Damascus Dagger Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":492,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":721}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":492,\"w\":539,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":721}'\u003eThis blade balances near the brass ferrule. Pick it up and the weight sits in your palm. A symmetrical taper puts equal steel on both sides of the center line. That balance is what collectors check first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":567,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":796}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":567,\"w\":554,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":796}'\u003eBoth edges carry a working grind rather than a display bevel. The notches break the edge line at even intervals down each side. Light catches those notches differently as you turn the blade. Feather Damascus reads best under a single warm lamp. Keep a light oil film on the steel between viewings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":662,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":891}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":662,\"w\":136,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":891}'\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":705,\"w\":565,\"h\":352,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":934}'\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":705,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":934}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":705,\"w\":337,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":934}'\u003eProduct Type: Single fixed blade double-edged dagger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":725,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":954}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":725,\"w\":389,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":954}'\u003eBlade Material: Forged Damascus steel, split and reforged billet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":744,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":973}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":744,\"w\":367,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":973}'\u003eBlade Pattern: True feather, central quill with mirrored barbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":764,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":993}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":764,\"w\":284,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":993}'\u003eBlade Finish: Acid-etched, bright high contrast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":783,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1012}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":783,\"w\":418,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1012}'\u003eBlade Shape: Symmetrical double-edged leaf taper to a center point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":803,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1032}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":803,\"w\":341,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1032}'\u003eEdge Detail: Evenly spaced notches cut into both edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":823,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1052}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":823,\"w\":154,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1052}'\u003eOverall Length: 11 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":842,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1071}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":842,\"w\":148,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1071}'\u003eBlade Length: 6.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":862,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1091}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":862,\"w\":158,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1091}'\u003eHandle Length: 4.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":881,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1110}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":881,\"w\":240,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1110}'\u003eBlade Width at Widest Point: 1.3 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":901,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1130}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":901,\"w\":319,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1130}'\u003eHandle Material: Red burl wood, single carved piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":921,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1150}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":921,\"w\":481,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1150}'\u003eHandle Detail: Carved parallel grooves at the front, step cut into the underside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":940,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1169}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":940,\"w\":243,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1169}'\u003eFront Fitting: Brass ferrule at the ricasso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":960,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1189}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":960,\"w\":132,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1189}'\u003eButt Fitting: Brass cap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":979,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1208}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":979,\"w\":65,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1208}'\u003ePins: None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":999,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1228}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":999,\"w\":162,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1228}'\u003eSpacer Rings \/ Inlay: None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1019,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1248}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1019,\"w\":112,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1248}'\u003eTang: Hidden tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1038,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1267}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":1038,\"w\":235,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1267}'\u003eEdge: Hand-sharpened on both edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1072,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1301}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1072,\"w\":452,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1301}'\u003eFeather-Shaped Damascus Blade Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1112,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1341}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1112,\"w\":554,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1341}'\u003eRed burl wood forms the handle in one carved piece. Burl grain swirls rather than runs, since it grows from a knotted burr. Deep burgundy tones sit against lighter amber streaks. No two handles can match, because no two burrs grow alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1187,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1416}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1187,\"w\":562,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1416}'\u003eCarved grooves cut across the front of the handle. A step in the underside stops your hand from moving forward. A brass ferrule sits at the ricasso, and a brass cap closes the butt. The whole handle threads onto a hidden tang. Keep the burl away from radiators and direct sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1281,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1510}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1281,\"w\":348,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1510}'\u003eBest Uses for the Quillspine Dagger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1321,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1550}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1321,\"w\":553,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1550}'\u003eThis is a display and collection piece first. The feather pattern belongs on a stand or a wall mount. Collectors buy burl wood Damascus dagger pieces for the grain and the pattern. Two rare materials meet in one small object here. It marks an anniversary or a milestone well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1415,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1644}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1415,\"w\":552,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1644}'\u003eOrder the Quillspine Damascus Dagger today. True feather steel takes more forging hours than any other pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1471,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1700}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1471,\"w\":54,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1700}'\u003eFAQ’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1510,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1739}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1510,\"w\":211,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1739}'\u003eHow is feather Damascus made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1546,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1775}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1546,\"w\":540,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1775}'\u003eThe smith twists a billet, splits it lengthwise, then forge-welds the halves open. Mirrored layers create the quill line and the barbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1601,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1830}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1601,\"w\":297,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1830}'\u003eIs the feather pattern etched on or forged in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1637,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1866}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1637,\"w\":561,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1866}'\u003eThe pattern is forged through the full thickness of the steel. Etching only darkens the softer layers so you can see it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1692,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1921}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1692,\"w\":335,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1921}'\u003eWhy does the blade have notches along the edges?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1728,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1957}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1728,\"w\":559,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1957}'\u003eThe notches echo the split barbs on a real feather. They break the edge line and catch light as the blade turns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1783,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2012}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1783,\"w\":126,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2012}'\u003eWhat is burl wood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1818,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2047}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1818,\"w\":558,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2047}'\u003eBurl wood comes from a knotted growth on a tree trunk. The grain swirls in every direction instead of running straight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1874,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2103}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1874,\"w\":266,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2103}'\u003eIs this dagger sharpened on both edges?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1909,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2138}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1909,\"w\":422,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2138}'\u003eYes. Both edges carry a working grind rather than a decorative bevel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Divine Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52835402383647,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/2106\/9599\/files\/A4A3DBA9-BB97-46A0-B354-AE1B7645ACFE.jpg?v=1788239991","url":"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/products\/quillspine-burl-wood-feather-shaped-damascus-dagger","provider":"Divine Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}