Custom 5" Knife (1095 High Carbon Steel)

5" Custom Knife (1095 High Carbon Steel)

This 5" Custom Knife is cut from 1095 high carbon steel, known for excellent sharpness and edge retention once properly heat-treated. The design features a 2.5-inch blade with a compact handle profile ready for shaping and scales, making it a versatile platform for custom knife builds.

This knife is available in two versions:

• Unfinished — allowing you to grind, heat-treat, sharpen, and finish it yourself

• Finished — professionally hardened and sharpened, ready for use

Ideal for makers, custom knife builders, and hobbyists who want a clean, professionally profiled starting point or a ready-to-use custom blade.

Details

🔪 Overall Length: ~5"
🗡 Blade Length: ~2.5"
⚙️ Steel: 1095 High Carbon
🛠 Options: Unfinished or Finished (Hardened & Sharpened)
🪵 Handle: Profiled for scales (user supplies handle material)

Finishing Notes

• Unfinished version must be heat-treated before sharpening.

• 1095 will rust if left unprotected — seal, oil, patina, or coat based on your preferred finish.

• Compatible with wood, micarta, G10, resin, and other scale materials.

Returns & Refunds

Because this knife is made to order and offered in both unfinished and finished configurations, returns and refunds are not accepted unless the item arrives damaged.