California San Mai Steel #9 – Hand-Forged Vanadis 10 Core | 64 Layer Stainless Damascus Knife Blank
$317.00
Premium multi-layer San Mai billet for high-end knife making. Hand-forged with a Vanadis-10 high-carbon core and stainless AISI 420 + nickel cladding. Approximately 64 layers with core hardness around 65 HRC. Designed for professional knifemakers and custom blades.
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The California San Mai Billet #9 is a premium multilayer steel blank designed for crafting high-performance custom knives.
The core is made from forged Vanadis 10 high-carbon steel, known for exceptional wear resistance, edge retention, and toughness. This advanced tool steel contains a high concentration of vanadium carbides, making it ideal for premium cutting tools.
The billet is hand-forged using traditional power hammers, ensuring a dense structure and strong metallurgical bonding between layers.
The outer cladding consists of AISI 420 stainless steel and nickel, creating both corrosion resistance and a beautiful layered pattern. The billet contains 64 layers, producing a striking San Mai appearance once etched.
The hardened core reaches approximately 65 HRC, providing excellent edge performance for high-end knives.
Each billet is fully handmade, making every piece unique and suitable for professional bladesmiths and knife enthusiasts seeking premium materials.
Core Steel Composition (Vanadis 10)
Carbon (C): 2.9%
Chromium (Cr): 8%
Vanadium (V): 9.8%
Molybdenum (Mo): 1.5%
Silicon (Si): 0.5%
Tungsten (W): 0.33%
Construction
Core: Vanadis 10 high-carbon steel
Cladding: AISI 420 stainless steel + nickel
Layers: 64
Core hardness: ~65 HRC
Manufacturing: Hand-forged
Perfect for crafting premium kitchen knives, hunting knives, and custom collector blades.
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• Free shipping in the USA on orders over $ 300
• Flat shipping to Canada — $ 30
• Orders in stock ship within 24 hours
• Average delivery time in the USA — about 5 business days
Backorders:
Some products may be temporarily out of stock.
If an item is marked Backorder, the estimated waiting time is:
30–45 days. This includes production and international logistics.
You will receive an email notification once your order has shipped..
Returns:
We accept returns within 15 days after delivery. To qualify for a return:
• The product must be unused
• The item must be in original packaging
• All components must be included
Please contact us before sending any item back.
Email: ask@usa-market.net
Damaged or Incorrect Orders:
• If you receive a damaged or incorrect product:
• Take photos of the item
• Send them to ask@usa-market.net
Include your order number. We will review your case and offer:
Replacement / Refund / Store credit
