Shaya Damascus

Premium Shaya Damascus Steel for Knife Making – Dragonskin, Nebula & More

Shaya Damascus by Bertie Rietveld (Shaya Forge) is world-renowned Damascus steel prized by custom knife makers for its breathtaking patterns and superior performance. Hand-forged in South Africa using traditional techniques and a powerful power hammer named “Shaya,” these Shaya Damascus billets feature iconic designs like Dragonskin Damascus, Nebula Damascus, and Fracture Damascus. Made with high-carbon steel and nickel for exceptional contrast and definition, Shaya Damascus offers outstanding edge retention, toughness, and beauty after etching. Perfect for high-end fixed blades, folders, chef knives, and collector pieces, our Shaya Damascus knife steel and pattern welded Damascus billets deliver the quality and artistry that serious bladesmiths demand. Whether you're searching for Dragonskin Damascus, Nebula Damascus billets, or premium knife making Damascus, this collection features some of the finest hand-forged Damascus available.