October 18, 2026Inlaying Pure Gold into Damascus Steel ✨🗡️

Watch the intricate process of traditional wire inlay (damascening) on a custom Damascus steel knife pommel. From chiseling the phoenix design and hammering in fine gold wire to filing and final polish, every detail is done entirely by hand. Finished with a spiral-fluted wooden handle, brass bolsters, and a patterned Damascus blade. Steps shown: 1. Hand-chiseling the phoenix motif into Damascus steel 2. Hammering wire into the carved channels 3. Filing excess wire flush with the surface 4. Fine sanding and polishing the pommel cap 5. Showcasing the completed custom fixed-blade knife #knifemaking #damascussteel #craftsmanship #handmade #metalart #handengraving #shorts #customknife #damascening