10.5" Hand-Forged Damascus Steel Tracker Knife – Full-Tang Fixed Blade Camp Knife with Premium Rosewood Handle, Mosaic Pin & Genuine Leather Sheath

The ultimate synthesis of heavy timber processing power and intricate handcraft. The NDY Artisan Series 10.5" Damascus Tracker is an overbuilt, full-tang backcountry masterpiece engineered specifically for the dedicated woodsman, outfitter, and high-end collector. The hand-forged, high-contrast Damascus steel features a dual-zone blade geometry optimized for heavy-duty clearing passes and close-quarters draw-shaving. The ergonomic handle is carved from exceptionally dense natural rosewood, anchored by dual hollow lanyard ports and an exquisite, hand-fitted center mosaic structural pin. Accompanied by a heavy-duty, multi-position genuine leather sheath, this imposing tool delivers historic frontier styling alongside unyielding outdoor utility.

Technical Specifications

• Overall Length: 10.5 inches (Grand Wilderness Scale / High-Impact Camp Clearing Utility)

• Blade Length: 5.75 inches

• Blade Material: Hand-Forged Damascus Steel (1095 & 15N20 High-Carbon Layering)

• Hardness: 58-60 HRC (Elite Razor Edge Retention & Maximum Structural Toughness)

• Handle Material: Premium Hand-Selected Natural Rosewood (Polished & Weather-Sealed)

• Hardware: Hand-Fitted Center Mosaic Pin & Dual Hollow Brass Lanyard Liners

• Construction: Full Tang (Continuous steel backbone running from tip to pommel for absolute strength)

• Blade Profile: Dual-Zone Tracker Silhouette with Integrated Spine Notching Ridge

• Sheath: Custom Hand-Stitched Extra-Thick Genuine Leather Scout/Belt Sheath with Antiqued Brass Accents

Why the 10.5" Rosewood Damascus Tracker is a Forestry Masterpiece

• Dual-Stage Damascus Blade Geometry: The specialized blade profile offers two distinct cutting surfaces. The wide, deep-bellied forward sweet spot creates massive forward-weighted balance for clean, effortless chopping and kindling clearing, while the concave secondary edge near the handle allows for incredible downward leverage during precise draw-knife work and shaving.

• Integrated Spine Notching Ridge: The top spine of the rugged Damascus blade is precision-milled with structural grooving notches. This architecture is designed for clean, mechanical camp tasks—allowing the user to score dense wood, notch structural branches for shelter construction, strip heavy cordage insulation, or easily strike fire-starting steels without dulling the primary cutting edges.

• Ergonomic Rosewood & Mosaic Detailing: The handle scales are carved from premium natural rosewood, featuring a deep finger indexing groove that prevents hand slippage during intense use. At its center rests a stunning, intricate custom mosaic pin that introduces a touch of luxury artisan elegance to a rugged backcountry workhorse.

• Indestructible Full-Tang Architecture: Engineered to withstand severe environmental stress, the solid high-carbon Damascus steel spans the complete profile of the tool. Balanced perfectly at the transition bolster, this continuous design ensures that high-impact chopping forces are safely distributed evenly along the entire handle, guaranteeing a tool that lasts a lifetime.

Care for Your Damascus & Rosewood Tracker

• The Clean & Dry Routine: High-carbon Damascus is a professional-grade steel that requires basic respect. Always hand-wash the blade with mild soap and dry immediately after use to preserve the deep-etched contrast and prevent oxidation. Be sure to dry completely within the spine notching channels.

• Protect the Hardwood & Steel: Apply a thin layer of food-grade mineral oil to the Damascus blade before long-term storage to shield it from moisture. A simple, quick wipe of mineral oil over the polished rosewood handle will keep the wood hydrated, rich, and vibrantly grained.

• Storage Best Practices: For long-term care, store your knife in a dry place outside of its custom leather sheath if it won't be fielded for several months. This ensures no ambient environmental moisture gets trapped against the high-carbon steel layers.