1. Are Shokunin USA knives handmade?

Yes. Shokunin USA offers handmade and artisan-crafted knives made with carefully selected materials. Our collection includes pocket knives, hunting knives, fixed blade knives, EDC knives, chef knives, and custom designs.

What types of knives does Shokunin USA offer?

We offer a wide selection of pocket knives, folding knives, hunting knives, fixed blade knives, Bowie knives, EDC knives, chef knives, Japanese knives, Damascus knives, and personalized knives.

Can I personalize or engrave my knife?

Yes. Many Shokunin USA knives can be personalized with custom engraving, including names, initials, dates, short messages, and other text depending on the knife design.

What is Japanese VG10 steel?

VG10 is a Japanese stainless cutlery steel valued for its combination of edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ease of maintenance. We offer Japanese VG10 knives in several folding, pocket, and kitchen knife designs.

What is the difference between Damascus, VG10, D2 and CTS XHP?

These steels have different characteristics. Damascus is especially known for its layered appearance; VG10 combines corrosion resistance with good edge retention; D2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel known for wear resistance; and CTS XHP is a premium stainless tool steel designed to provide strong edge retention and corrosion resistance.

Can I order a custom knife?

Yes. Shokunin USA offers customization and personalization on many designs. Available options vary by product and may include engraving, handle materials, blade styles, and other custom details.

Are personalized knives good gifts?

Personalized knives can make distinctive gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, Father's Day, weddings, groomsmen, graduations, and other special occasions. Adding a name, date, initials, or message can make each piece more personal.

What handle materials does Shokunin USA offer?

Depending on the design, our knives are available with materials such as olive wood, maple burl, exotic woods, resin, antler, bone, carbon fiber, titanium, G10, Micarta, and other premium materials.

VIPER FOLDING POCKET KNIFE

SHOKUNINUSA

Handmade detail.
A personal touch.

MADE TO STAND APART

VIPERHANDMADE DAMASCUS POCKET KNIFE

Stained maple burl brings natural depth to Viper's patterned Damascus blade. This Japanese pocket knife combines a 3.75-inch blade with an 8.5-inch folding design, a leather sheath and complimentary engraving.

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Complimentary engraving

Leather sheath included

Sharpened before dispatch

THE DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

CHARACTER, FROM EVERY ANGLE.

Viper Japanese Damascus Pocket Knife with Stained Maple Burl Handle - original product view 2 - Shokunin USA

01 / NATURAL CONTRASTA JAPANESE DAMASCUS POCKET KNIFE

STAINED MAPLE. NATURAL DEPTH.

Stained maple burl scales give Viper a handle with depth and individual grain. The wood's changing pattern provides a natural counterpoint to the layered Damascus blade.

The folding design measures 8.5 inches overall and is supplied with a hand-stitched leather sheath, a pocket knife sharpener and complimentary professional sharpening.

02 / A CLOSER LOOKHANDMADE DAMASCUS STEEL

PATTERNED STEEL. INDIVIDUAL GRAIN.

Viper features a 3.75-inch Damascus steel blade measuring 2 mm thick. At 8.5 inches overall, the folding profile brings its patterned steel and stained maple burl handle into balance.

A hand-stitched leather sheath and pocket knife sharpener accompany Viper. Professional sharpening is included before dispatch, with complimentary engraving available on the product page.

Damascus bladeStained maple burlFolding pocket knife

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03 / YOUR PERSONAL TOUCHA GIFT WITH MEANING

ONE GRAIN PATTERN. YOUR PERSONAL MESSAGE.

A name, initials, or meaningful date makes Viper personal. Complimentary engraving adds a lasting touch to its stained maple burl design, whether chosen for your own collection or as a gift for a birthday, anniversary, or milestone.

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Included with your knife

Handmade folding pocket knife
Hand-stitched leather sheath
Pocket knife sharpener
Complimentary professional sharpening
Complimentary engraving

Size & fit

Blade length: 3.75 inches
Overall length: 8.5 inches
Blade thickness: 2 mm
Blade material: Damascus steel
Handle material: Stained maple burl

Personalization & gifting

Choose Customize Now to add a name, initials or a meaningful date. A complimentary gift message is available, with optional gift wrapping for an additional charge.

For engraving, complete your selection on the product page before adding the knife to your cart.

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Make Viper yours.

Choose your engraving on the product page, or order Viper with its included leather sheath.

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