Chuck Hawes Custom Seahorse Whittler Stabilized Maple Burl Damascus

Forged and finished by custom knifemaker Chuck Hawes, this Seahorse Whittler pairs a visually striking damascus blade and bolster with a rich stabilized maple burl handle.

• Sole Authorship Build: This knife is fully handmade by Chuck Hawes, who forges and fits each component himself, ensuring one-of-a-kind quality from start to finish.
• 168-Layer Damascus Blade: Crafted from a blend of 1095, 15N20, and W1 steels in a burl damascus pattern, the blade delivers premium edge retention and a striking, layered finish.
• 80-Layer Damascus Bolsters: Forged from the same high-performance steel mix, these bolsters are patterned to complement the blade, creating a clean and cohesive look.
• Flat-Convex Grind: The blade features a razor-sharp edge with a subtle convex geometry behind the bevel, enhancing cutting performance and prolonging its lifespan.
• Stabilized Maple Burl Handle: Hand-selected and stabilized for longevity, the beautiful maple burl scales are mounted over 416 stainless liners for added strength.
• Strong Backsprings with Half-Stop: Built with strong, reliable backsprings and a clean half-stop, this knife opens with authority and closes securely.
• Detailed Filework: The damascus backspacer and blade spine are both hand-filed, adding detail only found in custom made knives.

About Chuck Hawes

Chuck Hawes has over 30 years of experience crafting custom knives from his shop in Weldon, Illinois. While his work is admired by collectors, Chuck designs his knives to be used, aiming to create knives that will last a lifetime. He is well known for his damascus forging ability, and he still builds each knife the old way, one at a time.