Damascus for Knifemakers - Balbachdamast South Africa

For KnifeMakers

Balbachdamast hand-forges all of the unique damascus steels and alloys in Germany at the Markus Balbach Forge. Following 50+ years of experience and success, the patented process results in materials that are suitable for all kinds of knives, including folding, fixed blade, chef knives and more.

We look forward to partnering with you to create one of a kind, high quality and functional pieces of art.

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Knife Making Steels

DSC® Inox

This stainless martensitic damascus steel is produced using Bohler’s popular N690 knife steel and Buderus Nitro-B (comparabile to 14C28N).

SuperClean-layer welds (no inclusions)
Corrosion-resistant (Food safe)
Very fine-grained
Multiple options, patterns, and dimensions
High edge holding
High hardening possible (up to 62 HRC)
Easy Grinding

Balbach Damast Stainless damascus pattern watches

DSC® Inox-S

This alternative stainless martensitic damascus steel is produced using two Swedish high performance steels (Sandvik 19C27 & Sandvik 7C27Mo2)

SuperClean-layer welds (no inclusions)
Corrosion-resistant (Food safe)
Very fine-grained
Multiple options, patterns, and dimensions
High edge holding
High hardening possible (up to 62 HRC)
Easy Grinding

DSC® Carbon

A non-stainless Damascus, which is made of two proven performance carbon steels ( 1.2842 (dark) & 1.2767 (bright) ).

SuperClean-layers welds (no inclusions)
Very fine grain
Multiple options, patterns and dimensions
High edge holding
High hardening possible (up to 63 HRC)
Uncritical misforming after heat treatment
Easy Grinding

Exotic Knife Materials

DSC® Mokume

A non-ferus damascus comprised of 3 alloys (Copper, Bonze and Brass) offering a variety of applications.

DSC® Titan

Ideal material for high-quality products from numerous industries due to its corrosion resistance, high strength, light weight and colours the shear variety of damascus patterns.