Corey Dunlap forges custom Damascus steel knives at his Tempe workshop. Here's how he made the jump from chef to craftsman.

Highlighting the BRLW Meteorite Damast’s bevy of high-end materials is a blade steel element from outer freakin’ space.

The K1081A2 variant is the only one with a pocket clip that almost disappears against the handle. This point of distinction plus the Damascus steel blade are two of its most compelling qualities.

Quality Damascus knives can cost over $5,000. Their signature swirl pattern comes from layering two different alloys and folding them over each other, sometimes resulting in thousands of layers.

While it’s hardly the first pocket knife to deploy three ways ... with the option to upgrade to a wild-looking Damascus steel version for $27 more. The reversible pocket clip is stainless ...

Damascus steel is interesting because it's technically ... and others are better suited for hunting or pocket knives. When choosing a chef's knife, consider what your greatest priority for this ...