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Raptor Damascus Hunting Knife with its leather sheath

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Raptor Damascus Hunting Knife with its leather sheath

Raptor Damascus Hunting Knife, photo 1

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Raptor Damascus Hunting Knife with Leather Sheath

$79.99 USD

~~$89.99 USD~~

-11%

The Raptor gives you reach without going all the way to the 14 inch Patriot: 13 inches overall, a 7.7 inch Damascus blade and 9.5 oz. Its straight steel crossguard runs out on both sides, keeping your hand off the blade in either direction on a long knife. Walnut handle with finger grooves along the underside.

13 in Overall

7.7 in Blade

5.3 in Handle

9.5 oz Weight

Handcrafted Damascus

The Blade

Handle and Guard

The Sheath

Shipping, Returns and Warranty

Thirteen inches end to end, with a 7.7 inch Damascus blade and a straight steel crossguard. The pattern on yours will be its own.

Bigcat vs a budget Damascus-look knife

Plenty of knives sold as Damascus at this price are one plain steel with a pattern etched on top, finished by machine and packed with a nylon pouch. Yours is pattern-welded from two steels, finished by hand and carried in a leather sheath made for it. Here is the difference, line by line.

Raptor Damascus Hunting Knife with its leather sheath

Bigcat

Real Damascus, 288 layers

The pattern runs through the steel

Handcrafted in Wazirabad

Craftsmen with generations behind them

Leather sheath included

Hand-stitched, carried on your belt

12-month warranty

Against defects, in plain words

A plain mass-produced stainless hunting knife with a moulded plastic handle

A typical factory knife

A surface pattern

Etched or printed onto plain steel

Machine finished

Made to a price

Nylon sheath, or none

Often sold separately

Warranty unclear

Hard to find who stands behind it

From bar stock to your belt

Every Bigcat is made by hand, one step at a time. Six of them, and the reason no two blades leave the shop the same.

A glowing billet of layered steel under a hammer on the anvil

Two steels, 288 layers

15N20 and 1080 forge-welded and folded into one bar. The layers are the pattern, not a print on the surface.

A red hot blade going into the quench oil

Hardened in oil

Brought up to heat and quenched, the step that puts the hardness into the steel.

Sparks coming off a blade held against the grinding wheel

Ground blade by blade

The bevel, the belly and the point shaped on the wheel, one knife at a time.

A Damascus blade in the acid bath, the pattern coming up

Etched to wake the pattern

An acid bath darkens the 1080 and leaves the 15N20 bright, so the layers step forward.

Hands stitching a leather sheath on the bench

A sheath cut for this blade

Leather cut and shaped for this knife and stitched by hand, with a snap strap to hold it.

A cloth wiping a coat of oil down a finished blade

Oiled, boxed, ready

It ships under a coat of oil, so it reaches you bright and ready for the first day out.

A glowing billet of layered steel under a hammer on the anvil

15N20 and 1080 forge-welded and folded into one bar. The layers are the pattern, not a print on the surface.

A red hot blade going into the quench oil

Brought up to heat and quenched, the step that puts the hardness into the steel.

Sparks coming off a blade held against the grinding wheel

The bevel, the belly and the point shaped on the wheel, one knife at a time.

A Damascus blade in the acid bath, the pattern coming up

An acid bath darkens the 1080 and leaves the 15N20 bright, so the layers step forward.

Hands stitching a leather sheath on the bench

Leather cut and shaped for this knife and stitched by hand, with a snap strap to hold it.

A cloth wiping a coat of oil down a finished blade

It ships under a coat of oil, so it reaches you bright and ready for the first day out.

A glowing billet of layered steel under a hammer on the anvil

15N20 and 1080 forge-welded and folded into one bar. The layers are the pattern, not a print on the surface.

A red hot blade going into the quench oil

Brought up to heat and quenched, the step that puts the hardness into the steel.

Sparks coming off a blade held against the grinding wheel

The bevel, the belly and the point shaped on the wheel, one knife at a time.

A Damascus blade in the acid bath, the pattern coming up

An acid bath darkens the 1080 and leaves the 15N20 bright, so the layers step forward.

Hands stitching a leather sheath on the bench

Leather cut and shaped for this knife and stitched by hand, with a snap strap to hold it.

A cloth wiping a coat of oil down a finished blade

It ships under a coat of oil, so it reaches you bright and ready for the first day out.

A glowing billet of layered steel under a hammer on the anvil

15N20 and 1080 forge-welded and folded into one bar. The layers are the pattern, not a print on the surface.

A red hot blade going into the quench oil

Brought up to heat and quenched, the step that puts the hardness into the steel.

Sparks coming off a blade held against the grinding wheel

The bevel, the belly and the point shaped on the wheel, one knife at a time.

A Damascus blade in the acid bath, the pattern coming up

An acid bath darkens the 1080 and leaves the 15N20 bright, so the layers step forward.

Hands stitching a leather sheath on the bench

Leather cut and shaped for this knife and stitched by hand, with a snap strap to hold it.

A cloth wiping a coat of oil down a finished blade

It ships under a coat of oil, so it reaches you bright and ready for the first day out.

A glowing billet of layered steel under a hammer on the anvil

15N20 and 1080 forge-welded and folded into one bar. The layers are the pattern, not a print on the surface.

A red hot blade going into the quench oil

Brought up to heat and quenched, the step that puts the hardness into the steel.

Sparks coming off a blade held against the grinding wheel

The bevel, the belly and the point shaped on the wheel, one knife at a time.

A Damascus blade in the acid bath, the pattern coming up

An acid bath darkens the 1080 and leaves the 15N20 bright, so the layers step forward.

Hands stitching a leather sheath on the bench

Leather cut and shaped for this knife and stitched by hand, with a snap strap to hold it.

A cloth wiping a coat of oil down a finished blade

It ships under a coat of oil, so it reaches you bright and ready for the first day out.

A glowing billet of layered steel under a hammer on the anvil

15N20 and 1080 forge-welded and folded into one bar. The layers are the pattern, not a print on the surface.

A red hot blade going into the quench oil

Brought up to heat and quenched, the step that puts the hardness into the steel.

Sparks coming off a blade held against the grinding wheel

The bevel, the belly and the point shaped on the wheel, one knife at a time.

A Damascus blade in the acid bath, the pattern coming up

An acid bath darkens the 1080 and leaves the 15N20 bright, so the layers step forward.

Hands stitching a leather sheath on the bench

Leather cut and shaped for this knife and stitched by hand, with a snap strap to hold it.

A cloth wiping a coat of oil down a finished blade

It ships under a coat of oil, so it reaches you bright and ready for the first day out.

A glowing billet of layered steel under a hammer on the anvil

15N20 and 1080 forge-welded and folded into one bar. The layers are the pattern, not a print on the surface.

A red hot blade going into the quench oil

Brought up to heat and quenched, the step that puts the hardness into the steel.

Sparks coming off a blade held against the grinding wheel

The bevel, the belly and the point shaped on the wheel, one knife at a time.

A Damascus blade in the acid bath, the pattern coming up

An acid bath darkens the 1080 and leaves the 15N20 bright, so the layers step forward.

Hands stitching a leather sheath on the bench

Leather cut and shaped for this knife and stitched by hand, with a snap strap to hold it.

A cloth wiping a coat of oil down a finished blade

It ships under a coat of oil, so it reaches you bright and ready for the first day out.

A glowing billet of layered steel under a hammer on the anvil

15N20 and 1080 forge-welded and folded into one bar. The layers are the pattern, not a print on the surface.

A red hot blade going into the quench oil

Brought up to heat and quenched, the step that puts the hardness into the steel.

Sparks coming off a blade held against the grinding wheel

The bevel, the belly and the point shaped on the wheel, one knife at a time.

A Damascus blade in the acid bath, the pattern coming up

An acid bath darkens the 1080 and leaves the 15N20 bright, so the layers step forward.

Hands stitching a leather sheath on the bench

Leather cut and shaped for this knife and stitched by hand, with a snap strap to hold it.

A cloth wiping a coat of oil down a finished blade

It ships under a coat of oil, so it reaches you bright and ready for the first day out.

To scale

Size and weight

Overall

13in33.0cm

33.0 cm13 in

Blade

7.7in19.6cm

19.6 cm7.7 in

Handle

5.3in13.5cm

13.5 cm5.3 in

Weight

9.5oz270g

270 g9.5 oz

Overall 13 in33.0 cm

Handle 5.3 in13.5 cm

Blade 7.7 in19.6 cm

Blade and handle drawn to scale. All measurements are approximate.

Quote card with icons for tactical, hunting and fishing, outdoors, survival, everyday carry and multi-purpose use

Four steps in making a Damascus blade: forged, quenched, sharpened and revealed

Wiping the blade with a cloth, beside four care steps: arrives oiled, never store it wet, dry it after use, a thin coat of oil

The knife at work in four outdoor scenes

Close-up of a Damascus steel pattern behind a quote about Damascus tradition

Carving a stick with the knife, under the words Every occasion. One knife. A gift that speaks for itself

A tough tool for tough people.

Bigcat Knives

OUR STORY

Built for the wild ones who won't settle

Bigcat is made for the people who ask the most of their gear: hunters out before first light, campers who keep going where the trail ends, and collectors who can tell real Damascus from a print at a glance.

Every knife is designed in the USA and handcrafted by skilled craftsmen in Wazirabad, Pakistan, a city known for its knife makers for centuries. The one you carry is made for real work outdoors.

Designed in the USA

Each Bigcat is designed here, for hunting, camping and everyday work outdoors.
Handcrafted in Wazirabad

Skilled craftsmen with generations of experience make every knife by hand, not on a factory line.
Real Damascus steel

288 layers of 15N20 and 1080, forge-welded and folded, so the pattern runs through the steel instead of sitting on top.
Made to be collected

No two blades share a pattern. Carry yours into the field, or give it a place in your collection.

THE KNIFE

What makes a Bigcat different?

Handcrafted, not factory made

Made by hand by skilled craftsmen, so every knife has its own character.

Real 288-layer Damascus

15N20 and 1080 steel, with a pattern you can see on the spine and in the edge.

Walnut, Micarta or black wood

Handles in real wood or Micarta, fitted with a steel guard or bolster.

A leather sheath with every knife

It wears on your belt, with a snap strap that holds the knife in place.

THE BIGCAT PROMISE

The numbers behind our promise

4.7★

Average rating

Across 877 reviews of our knives.

288

Layers in every Damascus blade

15N20 and 1080 steel, forge-welded and folded.

85,000+

Knives sold

Across Amazon, Walmart and our own store since 2021.

12 months

Warranty

Against defects in workmanship and materials.

30 days

Returns

On unused knives in their original packaging. Free shipping from $70 to the lower 48 and Canada.

USA

Designed in the USA

Handcrafted by skilled craftsmen in Wazirabad, Pakistan.

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How big is it exactly?

What is the blade made of?

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Customer reviews

Customer Reviews

4.9 Based on 36 Reviews

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89%

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LV

01/31/2023

Louis V.

A great product for the price

This knife stands out as the top choice, surpassing even some of the pricier alternatives. The handle provides an excellent grip and showcases fine craftsmanship. The knife is impressively sharp and was thoughtfully wrapped for protection during delivery. The generous application of oil, presumably to prevent rusting, is a thoughtful touch. Originally purchased as a Christmas gift for my brother, I'm now considering getting one for myself. The price is fantastic, and the delivery was remarkably fast.

SS

01/24/2023

Sophia S.

Well worth the investment

Superb and very well-made

GY

01/01/2023

Grace Y.

Lovely Damascus blade

Very impressed with the quality of this knife, it comes with a nice sheath. It's a large, high-quality knife.

AK

12/14/2022

Aiden K.

Incredibly impressed

As a knife collector, I've experienced both impressive and disappointing purchases. However, this knife was absolutely remarkable. The attention to detail is astounding, comparable to knives I've acquired at two to three times the cost. The edge is razor-sharp, and the blade is well-oiled. It feels comfortable in the hand and exhibits excellent balance. The sheath is a work of art. Although I'm giving this as a gift, I'm certainly planning to purchase one for my collection. Well done, Big Cat.

XT

12/06/2022

Xander T.

Superb knife for the price

It's a beautiful knife. The quality of the blade and handle seems top-notch. The Damascus pattern is very visible and looks amazing. Purchased this for my 16-year-old son for camping, and he loves it.

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