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Damascus steel

noun

  1. hand-wrought steel, made in various Asian countries, from parts of a bloom of heterogeneous composition, repeatedly folded over and welded and finally etched to reveal the resulting grain: used especially for sword blades.


Damascus steel

noun

  1. history a hard flexible steel with wavy markings caused by forging the metal in strips: used for sword blades
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Origin of Damascus steel1

First recorded in 1720–30
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“Being back in the studio helps give me a sense of normalcy,†Berkofsky said as he hammered the red-hot Damascus steel on an anvil.

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Balzary enjoys shiny vests, Damascus steel knives and shoulder rubs forced upon his tense hostages.

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This Hand-Forged Damascus Steel Chef Knife Set is a perfect example: more than just tools, they're works of art, featuring the gorgeous, flowing pattern on the blades that are signature to Damascus steel.

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Described as having a rippled pattern to its finish, the closest real-world equivalent is Damascus steel.

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The same used to make samurai swords, Damascus steel is known for its distinctive patterns of banding that can produce a look reminiscent of flowing water.

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