Custom Made Damascus Steel Traditional Bowie Knife. Handmade Damascus Steel Traditional Bowie Knife Black Wood Handle Damascus is created by forge welding multiple layers of steel, (1095 & 15N20 Japanese high carbon tool steel), with a heat treatment of 52-56 RC. Specifications Overall Length: 14.5 Inches Blade Length: 10 Inches Handle Length: 4.5 Inches Brass-plated guard & pommel Top-quality leather sheath