1. Are Shokunin USA knives handmade?

Yes. Shokunin USA offers handmade and artisan-crafted knives made with carefully selected materials. Our collection includes pocket knives, hunting knives, fixed blade knives, EDC knives, chef knives, and custom designs.

What types of knives does Shokunin USA offer?

We offer a wide selection of pocket knives, folding knives, hunting knives, fixed blade knives, Bowie knives, EDC knives, chef knives, Japanese knives, Damascus knives, and personalized knives.

Can I personalize or engrave my knife?

Yes. Many Shokunin USA knives can be personalized with custom engraving, including names, initials, dates, short messages, and other text depending on the knife design.

What is Japanese VG10 steel?

VG10 is a Japanese stainless cutlery steel valued for its combination of edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ease of maintenance. We offer Japanese VG10 knives in several folding, pocket, and kitchen knife designs.

What is the difference between Damascus, VG10, D2 and CTS XHP?

These steels have different characteristics. Damascus is especially known for its layered appearance; VG10 combines corrosion resistance with good edge retention; D2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel known for wear resistance; and CTS XHP is a premium stainless tool steel designed to provide strong edge retention and corrosion resistance.

Can I order a custom knife?

Yes. Shokunin USA offers customization and personalization on many designs. Available options vary by product and may include engraving, handle materials, blade styles, and other custom details.

Are personalized knives good gifts?

Personalized knives can make distinctive gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, Father's Day, weddings, groomsmen, graduations, and other special occasions. Adding a name, date, initials, or message can make each piece more personal.

What handle materials does Shokunin USA offer?

Depending on the design, our knives are available with materials such as olive wood, maple burl, exotic woods, resin, antler, bone, carbon fiber, titanium, G10, Micarta, and other premium materials.

Enigma Survival Bowie Knife with Bone Handle

Name: Handmade Bowie Knives | Custom Damascus Steel Blades | Shokunin USA
Brand: Shokunin USA
SKU: SBONE12ingray
Price: 219.07 USD
Availability: InStock

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Utility Knife - Enigma Survival Bowie Knife with Bone Handle - Shokunin USA

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Enigma Handmade Damascus Bowie Knife, 7.0” Trailing Point Blade, Bone Handle, Hidden Tang, Hand-Stitched Leather Sheath, Pro Knife Sharpening & Personalized Engraving

Specifications:

Material: Hand-forged Damascus steel blade with bone handle.

• Blade length is 7.0".
• Blade thickness is 4.0 mm.
• Knife style: Bowie knife.
• Blade style: Trailing point.
• Construction: Hidden tang fixed blade.
• Handle material: Bone.
• Hardness: Approximately HRC 58–60.
• Sheath: Hand-stitched genuine leather sheath included.

Damascus Blade Detail:

The Enigma features a hand-forged Damascus steel blade crafted through repeated layering, forge-welding, hammering, and finishing. This process creates the distinctive flowing Damascus pattern across the blade, giving every knife its own individual appearance.

Because the pattern develops naturally during forging and finishing, no two Enigma blades are exactly alike. Each knife carries its own unique visual character and handcrafted detail.

The blade is heat treated to approximately HRC 58–60 hardness, providing a dependable balance of sharpness, strength, durability, and edge retention for hunting and outdoor use.

The substantial 7.0-inch trailing point blade features an upswept cutting profile with an extended edge and fine tip, making it well suited for hunting, slicing, field work, and general outdoor utility.

Scales & Handle Detail:

The handle is crafted from natural bone, giving the Enigma a traditional Bowie appearance with individual variations in color, texture, and pattern.

The handle is carefully shaped and finished to provide a secure and comfortable grip while maintaining the clean profile of its hidden-tang construction.

Because bone is a natural material, every Enigma handle has its own individual character.

What's Included:

1x Enigma handmade Damascus Bowie knife.
1x Hand-stitched genuine leather sheath.
Free Personalized Engraving.
Free Pro Knife Sharpening.

Custom Orders:

*Custom orders are available. Contact us for available materials, custom designs, and quantity pricing.

Attributes & Features:

HAND-FORGED DAMASCUS STEEL: Crafted from layered Damascus steel at approximately HRC 58–60 hardness, the Enigma offers dependable sharpness, strength, durability, edge retention, and distinctive handcrafted character.

7-INCH TRAILING POINT BOWIE BLADE: The substantial 7.0-inch trailing point profile provides a long, upswept cutting edge and fine tip suited for hunting, slicing, field work, camping, and general outdoor use.

HIDDEN TANG CONSTRUCTION: The tang extends into the handle, creating a traditional fixed-blade construction with a clean, refined handle profile.

NATURAL BONE HANDLE: The bone handle provides distinctive color and texture variation, ensuring that every Enigma has its own individual appearance.

ERGONOMIC & WELL-BALANCED: The substantial blade and contoured bone handle are designed to provide a secure, balanced feel and dependable cutting control during outdoor use.

SUPERIOR SHARPNESS: Each blade is carefully sharpened and finished to a polished edge at approximately 12–18° per side using a traditional 3-step honing process.

PRO KNIFE SHARPENING: Every Enigma receives professional sharpening before shipment so it arrives prepared for use.

PERSONALIZED ENGRAVING: Complimentary engraving allows you to add a name, initials, date, or special message, making the Enigma a distinctive personal Bowie knife or memorable gift.

HAND-STITCHED LEATHER SHEATH: A genuine hand-stitched leather sheath is included for blade protection, storage, and convenient carry.

LIFETIME WARRANTY: The Enigma is backed by a lifetime warranty against qualifying manufacturing defects, providing long-term confidence in its craftsmanship and construction.

The Enigma Handmade Damascus Bowie Knife combines a substantial 7.0-inch trailing point Damascus blade with a natural bone handle and traditional hidden-tang construction.

It is well suited for hunting, camping, field use, collecting, or personalized gifting, offering a distinctive combination of traditional Bowie styling, natural materials, and handcrafted Damascus steel.

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Designed with an ultra-sharp hand-forged Damascus steel cutting core, this knife embodies American craftsmanship at its finest. With an impressive hardness, it offers unmatched performance and exceptional edge retention.

Lifetime Assurance: Backed by a lifetime warranty, this masterpiece guarantees satisfaction. We stand by our product, offering free exchanges or returns for any defects.

Due to increased demand and the meticulous handcrafting involved in steps such as assembling, polishing, acid etching Damascus, curing, engraving, finishing, sharpening, and packing, we promptly dispatch orders within 2 - 4 business days.

We offer free domestic shipping via USPS. For international orders, shipping is free on orders over $100. Please place your orders soon to ensure timely delivery of these unique handmade products.

We provide easy, hassle-free 30-day returns or replacements for defective items.

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Purchase and Delivery were Seamless!

I have been buying knives for my sons, now 22 and 25, since they were born. Over the years, I’ve purchased unique inexpensive knives and well-made, moderately priced ones. These beautifully designed knives are the nicest I’ve chosen, and my sons were truly impressed—they’ll be highlights in their collections. I have been buying knives for my sons, now 22 and 25, since they were born. Over the years, I’ve... I have been buying knives for my sons, now 22 and 25, since they were born. Over the years, I’ve purchased unique inexpensive knives and well-made, moderately priced ones. These beautifully designed knives are the nicest I’ve chosen, and my sons were truly impressed—they’ll be highlights in their collections.

David B.

An Impressive Selection!

The selection of knives is overwhelming to say at the least. Love the folder knife I picked, that my wife purchased for me. I will shop again with so many choices that catches my eye! The selection of knives is overwhelming to say at the least. Love the folder knife I picked, that my wife... The selection of knives is overwhelming to say at the least. Love the folder knife I picked, that my wife purchased for me. I will shop again with so many choices that catches my eye!

David Bellomo

Beautiful, Functional, and Too Pretty to Use!! 😍

Bought for a friends b day he loved it appreciated quality said it sits nicely in pocket easy to pull out and open lol says it’s too pretty to use ❤️❤️❤️ Bought for a friends b day he loved it appreciated quality said it sits nicely in pocket easy to pull... Bought for a friends b day he loved it appreciated quality said it sits nicely in pocket easy to pull out and open lol says it’s too pretty to use ❤️❤️❤️

Jean

Perfection! 😍

Beautifully made. It was a gift I bought for someone I really care for. He loved it. It's light weight, beautiful, and practical. The detail is just spectacular. You can tell that there is a lot of passion put into the making of this knife. Beautifully made. It was a gift I bought for someone I really care for. He loved it. It's light weight,... Beautifully made. It was a gift I bought for someone I really care for. He loved it. It's light weight, beautiful, and practical. The detail is just spectacular. You can tell that there is a lot of passion put into the making of this knife.

Rebecca Ham

A very handsome and comfortable knife! 😍

I will be carrying this knife for years to come. The whole Process from making a selection to placing the order to receiving my final choice was very simple. Regular updates on delivery tracking was helpful. I will be carrying this knife for years to come. The whole Process from making a selection to placing the... I will be carrying this knife for years to come. The whole Process from making a selection to placing the order to receiving my final choice was very simple. Regular updates on delivery tracking was helpful.

Mike Collins

Excellent!

The feel, the craftsmanship and simplicity but the overall design is great! It looks and feels amazing! The weight is perfect! I love the blade design. It’s just great! The feel, the craftsmanship and simplicity but the overall design is great! It looks and feels amazing! The weight is... The feel, the craftsmanship and simplicity but the overall design is great! It looks and feels amazing! The weight is perfect! I love the blade design. It’s just great!

Marcus Mckenzie

It's very beautiful, and very sharp Straight Out of the Box

I am a fine dining chef of 20 years. I've owned many different styles and brands of knives. This knife has to be the most beautiful one I've ever owned. The one thing that was surprising to me is how light it is I am a fine dining chef of 20 years. I've owned many different styles and brands of knives. This knife... I am a fine dining chef of 20 years. I've owned many different styles and brands of knives. This knife has to be the most beautiful one I've ever owned. The one thing that was surprising to me is how light it is

Luke Thomas

Awesome

Love this beautiful knife! I bought this knife to keep on me at all times while traveling/camping. My goal was to have a quality knife that I can pass down to one of my grandchildren. Love this beautiful knife! I bought this knife to keep on me at all times while traveling/camping. My goal was... Love this beautiful knife! I bought this knife to keep on me at all times while traveling/camping. My goal was to have a quality knife that I can pass down to one of my grandchildren.

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FAQs

Shokunin knives are meticulously handcrafted with the utmost precision and care. Each knife boasts a unique design and personality, with natural materials used to create distinct patterns. Our use of high-quality Damascus steel ensures flexibility, strength, and a beautiful blade pattern that sets our knives apart.

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Damascus steel is a special blend of various types of steel that results in a striking and distinctive wavy pattern on the blade. It combines flexibility and strength, making it ideal for high-performance knives. Our Damascus steel knives offer exceptional cutting ability and durability.

Absolutely! We offer customization options for our knives. Whether you're looking for personalized engravings, specific handle materials, or unique designs, we're here to help you create a knife that suits your preferences and needs.

The production and shipping of preorder items generally require about 2-3 weeks. This timeframe is comparable to that of custom orders, though it does not involve any design modifications.

Yes, Shokunin knives are expertly crafted for various outdoor activities. Whether it's camping, hunting, fishing, or hiking, our knives are designed to perform exceptionally well. Their durability and sharpness make them reliable tools for outdoor enthusiasts.

We stand by the quality of our knives. Each Shokunin USA knife comes with a lifetime warranty, covering any defects in material or craftsmanship. If you encounter any issues with your knife, please contact our customer service, and we'll be glad to assist you.

The production and shipping of Custom items generally require about 2-3 weeks.

Yes, we offer worldwide shipping. Regardless of your location, we're committed to delivering our exceptional knives to you. Shipping rates may vary based on your destination.

Since each item is handcrafted and made to order, we’re unable to accept cancellations once an order has been placed.