Damascus Pocket Knives

A pocket knife you carry every day should be worth looking at every day. The Damascus blades in these folders are forged by hand, layer over layer; the stainless models trade the pattern for low-maintenance carry. Handles come in camel bone, hardwood, and copper Damascus. Lockbacks for working carry, slim friction folders for the pocket of a suit.

How to choose. Blade length first: 3 to 4 inches covers everyday tasks and stays carry-friendly in most places; the oversized folders beyond 6 inches are collection pieces. Damascus blades bring the layered figure that makes each knife one of a kind; stainless folders shrug off pocket moisture with less care. Check your local carry laws for blade-length limits before carrying any folder.