German-Forged Damascus Steel Billets

Carbon, stainless, and rare historical steel for knifemakers and jewlers who care what they start with.

BALBACHDAMAST® Damascus steel, forged in Germany by master blacksmith Markus Balbach. In stock in Ashland, Oregon. Ships same day.

160 layers

1.2842 + 1.2767

up to 62 HRC

9 patterns

The knifemaker's workhorse. Bold contrast, predictable heat treat, same-day shipping from Oregon.

120 layers

Nitro-B + N690

up to 62 HRC

8 patterns

Corrosion-resistant and maintenance-free. Built for kitchen knives, fishing blades, and jewelry.

320 layers

Tank barrel steel

63+ HRC

Steel reclaimed from Leopard 1 and M-48 Patton tank cannon barrels. Final stock — no reorders, ever.

1991

BALBACHDAMAST® founded 30+ years forging Damascus

4.8★

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Carbon, stainless, or historical — every billet on the site is on the shelf right now in Ashland, Oregon.