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Description
Blade made of so-called pattern-welded Damascus steel. Such blades are created by repeatedly forge-welding a billet of steels with varying carbon content. This process results in blades with a characteristic pattern. They are not corrosion-resistant. This blade comes from Pakistan, crafted by a highly reputable artisan from Wazirabad who manufactures knives using ancient technologies. The billet components are AISI 4340 and high-carbon 1095 steel. Aside from manganese, nickel, and molybdenum, the 4340 steel contains chromium as an alloying element at a level of 0.70-0.90%, but the blades remain prone to corrosion.
The Escort is a blade that fits a medium-sized, double-edged dagger. The blade width is narrower than in other variants of the Escort profile. Forged, 58-61 HRC. Sharpened blade with hollow grinds.
Overall length: 239 mm
Blade length: 132 mm
Blade width (max.): 20 mm
Blade thickness (max.): 4 mm
Tang length: 110 mm
Manufacturer: MB Masters, Wazirabad, Pakistan
