Bonehorn Northcrest™ Damascus Ulu Knife with Camel Bone & Buffalo Horn Handle

The Bonehorn Northcrest™ Damascus Ulu Knife combines a broad curved cutting edge with a distinctive natural camel bone and buffalo horn handle. Built from handmade Damascus steel, its 300-layer full-tang construction brings traditional Ulu-style geometry together with natural handle materials.

Details

This Damascus Ulu Knife features a wide crescent-shaped edge designed for controlled rocking, slicing, chopping, and mincing motions. The curved profile makes it practical in the kitchen for suitable food-preparation tasks.

Natural camel bone and buffalo horn create contrasting tones and markings, so each handle can have its own individual appearance.

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Blade

The blade uses handmade forged Damascus construction with 1095 high-carbon steel and 15N20 steel, forming approximately 300 layers.

Blade Length: 5.8 inches
Hardness: 57–59 HRC
Tang: Full Tang

Its broad curved edge supports the rocking cutting motion characteristic of the Ulu-style blade profile.

Handle Specifications

The 5.11-inch handle combines:

Natural Camel Bone
Natural Buffalo Horn

Both are natural materials, so variations in color, texture, grain, and markings are expected between individual knives.

For more information about handmade construction, see the Woodsman Forge guide to hand-forged knives.

Care & Use

Hand wash the knife after use and dry the steel immediately. Avoid leaving moisture, food residue, or acidic substances on the Damascus blade.

For protection during storage, lightly oil the blade with food-safe mineral oil or another suitable protective blade oil.

Make sure the knife is completely clean and dry before placing it inside its premium leather sheath.

Specifications

Model: Bonehorn Northcrest™
Product Type: Ulu Knife
Blade Length: 5.8 inches
Handle Length: 5.11 inches
Blade Steel: 1095 & 15N20 Damascus Steel
Damascus Layers: 300
Hardness: 57–59 HRC
Tang: Full Tang
Handle Material: Natural Camel Bone & Buffalo Horn
Sheath: Premium 100% Cowhide Leather Sheath
Construction: Handmade

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Ulu knife good for?

An Ulu knife is known for its broad curved cutting edge and rocking motion. This profile can be useful for suitable slicing, chopping, and mincing tasks involving vegetables, herbs, cheese, bread, meat, fish, and similar ingredients.

Is the Bonehorn Northcrest™ similar to an Alaskan Ulu knife?

The Bonehorn Northcrest™ uses the broad curved profile commonly associated with an Alaskan Ulu knife. Traditional Alaskan Ulu knives are recognized for their distinctive curved cutting edge, while this design combines an Alaskan Ulu knife inspired profile with handmade Damascus construction and a camel bone and buffalo horn handle.

Are Ulu knives useful in the kitchen?

Yes, the curved edge can be useful in the kitchen where a controlled rocking motion is suitable. The wide blade profile can assist with chopping, slicing, and mincing on an appropriate cutting board.

What is the Bonehorn Northcrest™ handle made from?

The handle combines natural camel bone and buffalo horn. Because these are natural materials, individual pieces may differ slightly in color, texture, and markings.

Does this Damascus Ulu knife include a sheath?

Yes. The knife comes with a 100% cowhide leather sheath for storage and transport.