Forseti Steel Bolognesi Damascus Steel Hunting Knife – 9” Fixed Blade with Damascus Bolster, Rosewood Handle, and Signature Presentation Box

Francisco Bolognesi (1846-1880) was a Peruvian General of Italian descent that defended the city of Arica during the War of the Pacific with Peru and Bolivia allied against Chile. Peru was desperate to maintain the port near Arica to supply army. The situation worsened when Bolivia withdrew from the conflict leaving Bolognesi with merely 1,600 soldiers against the oncoming Chilean army of 8,000. When a Chilean messager demanded his surrender he replied, ”I have sacred duties, and I will fulfill them until the last cartridge has been fired.” Outnumbered 3 to 1, Bolognesi and his men watered the ground with their blood in defense of their nation and never surrendered. Bologensi’s battle cry become an everyday expression and later the official motto of the Peruvian Military. This handmade Damascus knife, with Damascus bolster and solid rosewood handle reminds us of the strength and determination of Bolognesi. You don’t have to be a general to enjoy this full-tang work of art. A large handle fits nicely into your hand and gives you confidence when wielding this beautiful knife. * Overall Length: 9” * Handle Length: 4.5” * Blade Length: 4.5” * Blade Material: Damascus Steel 1095/15n20 * Blade thickness: 4mm * Damascus pattern: Twist * Number of layers: 256 * Handle Material: Rosewood Each knife is handmade from natural materials and will have some variation in color, Damascus pattern and overall look. The knife you receive will have the same attention to quality and detail as the one pictured but may differ slightly in appearance.

• MASTERFUL BALANCE: The Bolognesi is a standout in the Heritage collection, featuring an integrated Damascus bolster that provides perfect weight distribution for a comfortable, fatigue-free grip.
• STRIKING AESTHETIC: Hand-forged with 256 layers of 1095 and 15n20 steel, the blade showcases a high-contrast pattern that pairs beautifully with the dark, rich tones of the Rosewood handle.
• RUGGED UTILITY: With a 4.375-inch blade and a hardness of 56-60 HRC, this knife is built to handle everything from camp chores to big-game field dressing.
• UNIQUE HERITAGE: Every Bolognesi is a handmade original. We embrace the "perfect imperfections" of the blacksmith’s art, ensuring your tool is a unique piece of functional history.
• COMPLETE PACKAGE: Arrives in a signature wood slide-top box and a hand-stitched leather sheath.