Jeff Chaffee Damascus Pocket Hawkbill Folder

Blade: The blade features a Damascus steel construction with a distinctive rippled pattern. The profile is a modified hawkbill or recurve shape, which provides a deep belly for slicing. It includes a thumb stud for manual opening and is marked with the “CHAFFEE” stamp near the pivot.

Handle/Scales: Unlike many of his other works that use organic materials like pearl or ivory, this specific model features matching Damascus scales. The pattern on the handle is broader and more “topographical” than the blade, giving it a heavy, solid feel.

Construction: It utilizes a linerlock mechanism. The hardware (pivot and body screws) appears to be recessed, maintaining the sleek lines of the handle.

Maker’s Legacy: Jeff Chaffee was a highly respected tool and die maker and gunsmith. Since his passing in 2019, his custom pieces have become increasingly collectible as no new inventory is being produced.