Handmade Double-Edged D2 Steel Dagger Knife
Built for performance, durability, and striking visual appeal, this handcrafted double-edged dagger features a sleek black-coated D2 tool steel blade paired with a rugged steel and G10 handle. Designed for collectors, outdoor enthusiasts, and tactical knife admirers, it offers exceptional balance, strength, and long-lasting edge retention.
Handmade | D2 Steel | Full Tang | Steel and G10 Handle
- Overall Length: 12 inches (30.5 cm)
- Blade Length: 7 inches (17.8 cm)
- Handle Length: 5 inches (12.7 cm)
- Blade Thickness: 4 mm
- Hardness: 58-60 HRC
What is D2 Steel?
D2 steel is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel widely used in quality knives. It offers excellent wear resistance and strong edge retention, holding a sharp edge through tough cutting tasks. With about 1.5% carbon and 11-13% chromium, it provides semi-stainless properties—better corrosion resistance than basic carbon steels, though not fully stainless. D2 knives are hardened to around 58-62 HRC, making them durable for everyday carry (EDC), hunting, or utility work. They require basic care (wipe dry after use) but deliver great performance at an affordable price compared to premium steels.
What is Steel and G10 Handle?
A Steel and G10 handle refers to a knife with a full steel tang (usually full tang construction) paired with G10 scales attached on both sides of the tang.
G10 is a high-performance, fiberglass-reinforced epoxy laminate material. It is extremely durable, lightweight, and offers excellent grip even when wet, sweaty, or bloody. G10 is waterproof, resistant to chemicals, and highly impact-resistant, making it one of the most popular handle materials for tactical, EDC, and outdoor knives.
Why Steel + G10 is Great:
- Provides a strong, rigid foundation thanks to the full steel tang
- Delivers superior grip texture and control in all conditions
- Very lightweight compared to wood or micarta while being tougher than most plastics
- Low maintenance and highly corrosion-resistant handle
- Gives the knife a modern, tactical look that pairs perfectly with Damascus or D2 steel blades
This combination is favoured by many users for handmade fixed blade knives because it offers maximum strength, excellent ergonomics, and long-term durability for everyday carry, hunting, or survival use.