Handmade Damascus steel karambit knife

With leather sheath

Overall size 10”

The Karambit knife originated in Indonesia and Malaysia, and it was originally used as a farming tool. The knife features a curved blade with a sharp edge, and a handle that is designed to fit snugly in the user's hand.

Over time, the Karambit knife was adopted by Indonesian and Filipino martial artists as a close-quarters combat weapon. Its unique design allowed for a range of movements and techniques that were not possible with other types of knives.

Today, the Karambit knife is used by both martial artists and military and law enforcement personnel around the world. It has also gained popularity as a self-defense tool and as a collector's item for knife enthusiasts.

While its origins can be traced back several centuries, the modern Karambit knife as we know it today has only been around for a few decades. It was first introduced to the United States in the 1980s, and it quickly gained a following among martial artists and knife collectors.