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.

Volver Handmade Damascus Pocket Knife with Olive Burl and Resin Handle

Volver Damascus pocket knife with olive burl wood and resin handle on warm limestone - Shokunin USA — THE VOLVER COLLECTIONOLIVE BURL / RESIN

Made to stand apart

VolverHandmade pocket knife

Volver is a handmade pocket knife with figured olive burl, dark resin and engraved metalwork. Its 3.75-inch Damascus blade folds into a handle with warm wood grain and contrasting resin detail. Complimentary engraving makes it a personal everyday knife or a thoughtful gift.

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Complimentary engraving

Leather sheath included

Sharpened before dispatch

A closer look at Volver

Blade, handle and finish.

Volver folding pocket knife in the original product photograph - Shokunin USA

01 / Natural contrastThe handle

Olive burl wood and resin

Olive burl gives the handle its flowing grain, while the dark resin creates a clear contrast between the scales and silver-toned metalwork. The natural wood pattern makes each handle individual.

02 / A closer lookThe blade

1095 and 15N20 Damascus steel

The 1095 and 15N20 Damascus blade carries a layered pattern along its cutting surface. A lock-back folding mechanism secures the blade when open; the knife is supplied with a hand-stitched leather sheath.

Damascus bladeOlive burl woodResin detail

Volver folding knife Damascus blade and engraved bolster detail on navy - Shokunin USA

Volver pocket knife original product view - Shokunin USA

03 / Your personal touchA gift with meaning

Make Volver personal.

Add a name, initials or a meaningful date with complimentary engraving. Volver makes a personal gift for someone who appreciates a distinctive folding knife.

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
Handle length: 4.5 inches
Overall length: 8.25 inches
Blade thickness: 2 mm
Blade material: 1095 and 15N20 Damascus steel
Handle material: Olive burl wood and resin

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 Volver yours.

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

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