A Knife That Looks as Savage as the Cuts You'll Make With It.
The Route 83 Signature Caveman Scimitar is a 10-inch Damascus steel carving knife that's been expertly balanced for precision work on large pieces of meat and bulky vegetables. The blade features an acid-etched signature Kamo black Damascus finish, and the handle is hand-shaped from natural American Walnut — making every single knife unique.
What makes it special:
This isn't a mass-produced knife. The 67-layer Damascus steel construction wraps a Japanese VG-10 super steel cutting core in 66 layers (33 per side) of stainless Damascus cladding. The result is a blade that holds an edge like a samurai sword and looks like a work of art. The scimitar shape — that long, sweeping curve — is purpose-built for slicing through briskets, roasts, and big cuts of meat with long, smooth strokes.
Key features:
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67-layer Damascus steel: Japanese VG-10 cutting core with 66 layers of stainless cladding
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Hardness: 60 RWH +/- 1 — holds a razor edge
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10-inch blade (26 cm): Total knife length 16" (40 cm)
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Weight: Approx. 11 oz (315 g) — balanced and manoeuvrable
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Acid-etched Kamo black finish: Signature Damascus pattern
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Hand-shaped American Walnut handle: Each one unique, with a multi-dimensional grip
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Stainless steel handle caps: Add stability, strength, and counterweight for even balance
- Premium wood storage box included
Perfect for:
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Slicing brisket: The scimitar curve glides through with long, clean strokes
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Carving roasts: Prime rib, turkey, pork loin — big cuts deserve a big knife
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Breaking down large vegetables: Squash, cabbage, watermelon
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Impressing your guests: Nobody forgets watching you slice with a knife this beautiful
Handle care:
To maintain the natural grain of the walnut handle, rub occasionally with a mix of 50% olive oil and 50% white vinegar. The multi-dimensional handle shape creates a natural grip between the first and second fingers for effortless control.
Pro tips:
- Hand wash only — Damascus steel and dishwashers don't mix
- Use long, smooth slicing motions to let the scimitar shape do the work
- The premium storage box is perfect for keeping the edge protected between uses
- This makes an incredible gift for the BBQ enthusiast who has everything
