“The crucible” wootz almarada

The almarada, or “ruffian dagger”, is essentially a spanish stiletto, with that weird thing sticking out acting as the guard, preventing your hand from sliding up during more rigorous use. This one I made using some wootz, an indian crucible steel, which gives it that very subtle pattern, almost like a grain. The blade is wootz, with a high finish on most of it, and small sections with the file texture left deliberately to give visual and textural contrast, mild steel button with filed finish, and buffalo horn handle. This is a carbon steel, make sure to keep it in a dry place, and keep it oiled so it doesn’t rust. Does not come with a sheath.