Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife
Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife

Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife

FS-1881

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Charles Lightoller was born in 1874. His mother died of smallpox shortly after giving birth and his father left for New Zealand when Charles was 10, leaving him in the care of relatives. At 13, Charles signed onto the crew of a ship and began a life at sea. As the years passed, he obtained his various mates certificates and became an able officer who was offered a position on the ill-fated Titanic. The night that the ship sank, Lightoller was in charge of half of the lifeboats and made sure that the women and children in his vicinity were saved. Just as the Titanic went under, Lightoller jumped free and managed to grab hold of a collapsible lifeboat, surviving until morning.

After the Titanic, Lightoller went home to England and was awarded positions in the Royal Navy, eventually becoming a decorated officer due to war victories in World War I. He retired before World War II but when he heard of the disaster at Dunkirk, he volunteered to take his personal 35-seat watercraft and pilot it in an effort to save as many soldiers as possible. He made it there and was able to rescue 127 men. On the journey back to England, Lightoller evaded aircraft fire from enemy planes and was able to safely deliver those men home.

This small EDC knife has been named after Charles Lightoller as we love his story and felt a small everyday carry folding knife made of Damascus steel would be the perfect knife for someone with his story. This knife is a great utility knife for small duty work but don't underestimate this knife. The short Damascus blade is a great slicer. The beautiful Damascus bolster and rich Rosewood handle make this knife anything but a utility knife. The ambidextrous design means it can be used by either a right-handed or left-handed person. The stainless steel liner has the liner-lock built in so it doesn't add any unnecessary bulk to the knife. This incredibly unique handmade Damascus steel folder will be a prized knife in your collection or an incredible gift for the knife collector in your life.

Lightoller Damascus Steel EDC Folding Knife Specifications
  • Overall Length: 4.4”
  • Handle Length: 2.5”
  • Blade Length: 1.9”
  • Blade Material: Damascus Steel 1095 and 15n20
  • Damascus Pattern: Twist
  • Number of Layers: 256
  • Blade Thickness: .13"
  • Rockwell Hardness: HRC 56-59
  • Handle Material: Rosewood and Damascus Steel Bolster
  • Includes a full-grain leather sheath and a wood presentation box

Please note: Each knife is handmade from natural materials. There will be some variation in color, Damascus pattern, and overall look. The knife you receive will have the same attention to quality and detail as the one pictured but may differ slightly in appearance.

Care Instructions

1095 steel is a high-carbon steel and will rust if not dried and oiled after use. Hand wash only with soap and hot water. Dry completely before oiling.

Customer Reviews

Based on 21 reviews
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Scott Woll
Great EDC Compact Knife

Great quality and what i was looking for in quality but small folding knifde fo ease to carry and use. Great wood box it comes in.

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David Stewart
The little knife that could.

The Lightoller is a neat little knife that came very sharp, small and easy to handle and easy to hide, in its sheath with a shirt untucked or jacket, or simply in any number of pockets in pants or other clothing. I have used it to trim corrugated and cardboard, and due to its small but stout blade configuration, trimming even curves was rather easy. I could put more force and cut with more safety than using a razor blade knife or scalpel. I have touched up the blade easily with a diamond hone. 5 stars it is.

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DeRoy Jensen
DeRoy

Every knife I’ve purchased from Forseti Steel has been Top Quality!

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Rob Schuler
Great Quality, Great Knife

The quality seems to be more than you expect, but why i will buy more knives from Forseti Steel Customer Service. Truly a pleasure to talk and work with. Thank you

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Gary Hendershot
Awesome knife!

Perfect EDC. Fits in coin pocket of jeans although I would recommend putting a small lanyard for easy removal if that’s your plan.

Rooms for improvement: tensioning to keep the blade closed but I understand it’s hard to put a lot of features in a small knife. I don’t feel you need a knob for assisting the blade open, I have no problem pushing it with just my thumb.

Thank you for making an outstanding knife and Thank Lightoller for his service and amazing life story.

Why Forseti Steel?

Each Knife is Unique

All of our knives are made by hand and crafted one at a time. That is why no two knives are the same. The knife you receive will be similar to what you see on our site, but will be unique based on the natural materials used and individual craftsman that built the knife. 

Testimonials

Beautiful, true Damascus steel knives. They set the table with elegance and class.

Jon Groves

Love this knife! Compact design, nice grip, feels comfortable in your hand--very sharp blade! As a side for the ladies--it fits in the smallest of bags. You won't be disappointed if you buy it!

Lisa I.

Customer Reviews

Based on 21 reviews
90%
(19)
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(2)
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Scott Woll
Great EDC Compact Knife

Great quality and what i was looking for in quality but small folding knifde fo ease to carry and use. Great wood box it comes in.

D
David Stewart
The little knife that could.

The Lightoller is a neat little knife that came very sharp, small and easy to handle and easy to hide, in its sheath with a shirt untucked or jacket, or simply in any number of pockets in pants or other clothing. I have used it to trim corrugated and cardboard, and due to its small but stout blade configuration, trimming even curves was rather easy. I could put more force and cut with more safety than using a razor blade knife or scalpel. I have touched up the blade easily with a diamond hone. 5 stars it is.

D
DeRoy Jensen
DeRoy

Every knife I’ve purchased from Forseti Steel has been Top Quality!

R
Rob Schuler
Great Quality, Great Knife

The quality seems to be more than you expect, but why i will buy more knives from Forseti Steel Customer Service. Truly a pleasure to talk and work with. Thank you

G
Gary Hendershot
Awesome knife!

Perfect EDC. Fits in coin pocket of jeans although I would recommend putting a small lanyard for easy removal if that’s your plan.

Rooms for improvement: tensioning to keep the blade closed but I understand it’s hard to put a lot of features in a small knife. I don’t feel you need a knob for assisting the blade open, I have no problem pushing it with just my thumb.

Thank you for making an outstanding knife and Thank Lightoller for his service and amazing life story.