Gladiator Damascus Steel Cleaver with Micarta Handle

Gladiator Handmade Personalized Damascus Cleaver Knife - 12.0" Overall - 7.0" Damascus Steel Cleaver Blade, Burlap Micarta Composite Handle, Fixed Blade Kitchen Knife with Hand Stitched Leather Sheath, Pro Knife Sharpening & Personalized

Damascus Steel and Blade Detail

The blade is carefully hand forged using 1095 & 15N20 steel through a process of layering, welding, hammering, and shaping. This traditional forging process creates a distinctive Damascus pattern across every blade, giving each Gladiator Cleaver Knife its own unique appearance similar to a fingerprint. Each knife is individually handcrafted and visually distinctive.

Damascus steel is known for its strength, hardness, durability, and edge retention. The blade is oil quenched at approximately 2100°F and rapidly cooled to develop hardness throughout the steel. The finished blade achieves approximately HRC 62+ on the Rockwell Scale for dependable cutting performance and long-term edge retention.

Scales & Handle

The handle is handcrafted using burlap Micarta composite, selected for its durability, distinctive layered appearance, and secure feel in the hand. Micarta is well suited for kitchen and utility knives because of its resistance to moisture and everyday wear. The handle is carefully fitted and finished to provide comfortable control while complementing the weight and balance of the cleaver blade.

Size & Measurements

• Overall length is 12.0"
• Blade length is 7.0"
• Blade thickness is 3.0mm
• Blade style is Cleaver
• Fixed Blade

What's Included

• 1x Gladiator Damascus Cleaver Knife
• 1x Hand Stitched Leather Sheath
• 1x Box
• Free Personalization
• Free Pro Knife Sharpening
• Free Standard Shipping

Complimentary Services & Add-Ons

• Complimentary gift messages.
• Complimentary professional knife sharpening prior to shipping.
• Gift wrapping service available for minimal additional fee.

Attributes & Features

HAND FORGED DAMASCUS STEEL: Made with hand forged 1095 & 15N20 Damascus steel at approximately HRC 62+ hardness, the Gladiator is designed for excellent cutting performance, durability, and edge retention. The layered construction creates the distinctive Damascus pattern that gives every blade its own individual handcrafted appearance.

ERGONOMIC & WELL-BALANCED: The 12.0" overall design combines a substantial 7.0" cleaver blade with a burlap Micarta composite handle for controlled handling and comfortable balance. The broad blade profile is well suited for chopping, slicing, dicing, meat preparation, vegetables, herbs, and general kitchen work.

ULTIMATELY DURABLE HANDLE: The meticulously constructed burlap Micarta handle is designed to resist moisture, temperature changes, and everyday kitchen wear. Its layered composite construction provides a secure grip while maintaining a distinctive handcrafted appearance.

SUPERIOR SHARPNESS: The sharp edge is meticulously handcrafted by seasoned artisans and refined at approximately 12-15° per side using a traditional 3-step honing method. Precision sharpening helps create a consistent bevel and smooth cutting performance for a variety of culinary tasks.

LIFETIME WARRANTY: The Gladiator Cleaver Knife is backed by the lifetime warranty described for this product, with defective items eligible for exchange or return according to the warranty terms.

The Gladiator Damascus Cleaver Knife combines a 7.0" broad cleaver blade, 3.0mm blade thickness, burlap Micarta composite handle, and hand stitched leather sheath in a substantial professional kitchen design. It is suitable for chopping, slicing, dicing, preparing meat, cutting vegetables, herbs, and everyday food preparation.