{"product_id":"damascus-ulu-knife-blue-pakkawood-handle","title":"Blue Pakkawood Handle Damascus Ulu Knife — Crescent Leather Sheath","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDamascus Blade. Blue Pakkawood Handle. Wide Crescent Ulu Profile.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA handmade Damascus steel ulu knife where bold craftsmanship meets precision design. The wide crescent blade is forged from Damascus steel with a bold wavy and flowing pattern — etched dark across the full crescent blade flat with a bright polished curved cutting edge and open thumb hole for a secure rocking grip. The full pakkawood handle is dyed in a deep royal blue and teal tone with rich textured grain, secured with 2 steel pins and an open finger loop for natural top-grip control. Ships with a premium medium brown leather crescent sheath with an embossed eagle design and brass studs. Browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/ulu-knives\"\u003eUlu Knives Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more handmade Damascus ulu knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Inches (Approx.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Inches (Approx.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus Steel — Bold Wavy \/ Flowing Pattern, Pattern Welded, Etched Dark Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUlu \/ Wide Crescent Rocker Blade with Open Thumb Hole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEtched Dark Finish, Bright Polished Curved Cutting Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Pakkawood — Deep Royal Blue \/ Teal Dyed, Textured Grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Steel Pins, Open Finger Loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 0.5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium Brown \/ Dark Tan Leather — Crescent \/ Semi-Circular Shape, Embossed Eagle Design, 1 Large Brass Dome Stud Center, 2 Brass Side Studs, Yellow \/ Gold Stitching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHome Cooks \u0026amp; Chefs | Ulu Knife Enthusiasts | Damascus Knife Collectors | Herb \u0026amp; Vegetable Chopping | Alaskan Cooking Style | Father’s Day Gift | Christmas Gift for Him | Groomsmen Gift | Kitchen Knife Gift | Premium Display Piece\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus steel blade — bold wavy\/flowing pattern, etched dark finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide crescent ulu profile — open thumb hole, bright polished curved cutting edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull pakkawood handle — deep royal blue\/teal dyed, rich textured grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen finger loop for natural top-grip rocking motion control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 steel pins securing full tang construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrescent leather sheath — embossed eagle, brass dome studs, gold stitching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Damascus Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from pattern-welded Damascus steel featuring a bold wavy and flowing pattern — etched dark across the full wide crescent blade flat with a bright polished curved cutting edge. The ulu wide crescent profile is designed for a natural rocking chopping motion — ideal for mincing herbs, vegetables, and proteins. The open thumb hole provides a secure grip point when applying pressure during cutting work. For more handmade Damascus kitchen knives, explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/chef-knives\"\u003eChef Knives Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Blue Pakkawood Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handle is crafted entirely from pakkawood — a premium stabilized wood composite dyed in a deep royal blue and teal tone with rich textured grain visible throughout the surface. An open finger loop allows a natural grip from above for the rocking ulu motion. Two steel pins secure the full tang construction. Pakkawood is denser, harder, and more moisture-resistant than natural wood — making it ideal for kitchen and collector knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Crescent Leather Sheath\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sheath is custom-shaped to match the wide crescent ulu blade profile — a medium brown and dark tan leather semi-circular crescent sheath with an embossed eagle design on the top face. One large brass dome stud at the center top and two brass side studs secure and decorate the sheath, with yellow and gold stitching running along all curved edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKnife Care Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash only — never put in dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the blade immediately after any moisture contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a light coat of blade oil to maintain the Damascus steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the pakkawood handle with a soft dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition the leather sheath with leather conditioner periodically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry, ventilated space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Handmade Knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/ulu-knives\"\u003eUlu Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handmade Damascus ulu knives collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/chef-knives\"\u003eChef Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handmade Damascus chef knives collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003eHunting Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Hand forged fixed blade hunting knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/skinner-knives\"\u003eSkinner Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handmade Damascus skinner knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is an ulu knife and how is it used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: An ulu knife is a traditional Alaskan curved blade with a handle mounted above the blade. The wide crescent blade is used in a rocking chopping motion — gripping through the finger loop from above and rocking the curved edge for mincing herbs, vegetables, and proteins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What Damascus pattern does this ulu knife have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The blade features a bold wavy and flowing Damascus pattern — alternating dark etched and bright polished layers across the full wide crescent blade flat. Each knife has a unique pattern due to the handcrafted nature of Damascus steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the open thumb hole on the blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The open thumb hole is a circular cutout in the blade flat near the handle. It provides an additional grip point for the thumb when applying controlled downward pressure during cutting work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Every knife includes a premium medium brown leather crescent sheath custom-shaped to fit the wide ulu blade profile, with an embossed eagle design, brass dome studs, and yellow\/gold stitching along all edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis knife is intended for adults 18 years of age or older. The buyer is solely responsible for compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding the purchase, ownership, and carry of knives.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HS Knives Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55244039094591,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/2309\/6127\/files\/image_301acaaf-1572-4bee-b9d1-87cf498b5c01.png?v=1788039479","url":"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/products\/damascus-ulu-knife-blue-pakkawood-handle","provider":"HS Knives Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}