The Haymaker Customs Katana Fixed Blade was a former raffle piece that was only available if you won the raffle. This Haymaker Custom is a bold custom fixed blade that blends rugged American craftsmanship with an unmistakably artistic material package. Built with a 5.25-inch cutting edge and 10.5-inch overall length, this knife has the long, powerful profile collectors and users expect from a katana-inspired fixed blade, while still feeling purpose-built as a custom carry or display piece. For buyers looking for a premium fixed blade with dramatic steel, strong visual contrast, and a handmade feel, this Haymaker Customs build stands apart immediately.
A Dramatic Canister Cu-Mai Katana Blade
The centerpiece of this knife is its highly distinctive Canister Cu-Mai blade, which gives the build an aggressive, one-of-a-kind presentation. One side is chisel ground and features copper and nickel, creating a bold layered look with rich visual contrast. The opposite side reveals canister Damascus bursting out of 80CrV2, giving the knife a raw, forged character that feels both refined and powerful. That dual-treatment blade design is a major part of what makes this piece special. It does not present like a standard custom fixed blade. It has movement, texture, and contrast from side to side, which adds real collector appeal.
With a 5.25-inch cutting edge, this knife offers strong slicing reach while maintaining the visual authority of a larger fixed blade. The katana-style profile gives it a distinctive silhouette that separates it from more common drop point, bowie, or hunter designs. For collectors who appreciate unusual grinds, layered steels, and dramatic forged finishes, this blade brings all of those qualities together in one striking package.
Because this build uses high-carbon blade materials, thoughtful maintenance is important. Light oiling, clean storage, and general care will help preserve both performance and appearance over time, especially for a collector who wants to keep the finish looking its best.
Buffalo, Copper Trustone, and Handmade Character
The handle continues the knife’s split-personality design language in a way that feels intentional and custom. One side features Buffalo and Copper Trustone with copper inserts, giving the handle warmth, color, and a premium layered look that complements the copper-bearing blade side. The other side uses Buffalo to echo the more rugged blade treatment and maintain visual balance across the knife. That asymmetrical but coordinated material presentation gives the knife a true custom feel and reinforces the one-off nature collectors look for in handmade fixed blades.
At 10.5 inches overall, the knife has the presence expected of a larger custom fixed blade without losing the refinement that makes it display-worthy. It is a knife that can appeal to multiple buyers at once: collectors of custom forged blades, enthusiasts of katana-inspired fixed blades, and buyers who appreciate bold natural handle materials with copper accents.
Haymaker Customs and Collector Appeal
Haymaker Customs is based in Kanab, Utah and is known for creating unique knives that combine ruggedness with strong visual appeal. Their work is especially associated with high-carbon steels, antler handle builds, and a handmade style that leans into both function and aesthetics. This fixed blade fits well within that broader identity, even while taking a more elevated and visually complex approach through its Cu-Mai blade construction and mixed-material handle.
For a collector shopping for a Haymaker Customs fixed blade, a katana fixed blade, or a custom Cu-Mai knife, this piece offers strong search relevance and strong real-world appeal. The blade construction is unusual, the handle materials are memorable, and the overall presentation feels purpose-built for someone who wants a fixed blade that is both rugged and conversation-worthy.
Video Introduction for this Raffle Only Haymaker Customs Katana Fixed Blade
Watch a closer look at this Haymaker Customs Katana Fixed Blade, a striking custom fixed blade with a Canister Cu-Mai blade, 5.25-inch cutting edge, and Buffalo and Copper Trustone handle. With dramatic dual blade treatments and a bold handmade presence, this Haymaker Customs fixed blade is a standout for collectors of premium custom fixed blades and forged steel knives.
Collectors who appreciate distinctive fixed blades may also want to explore more of our custom inventory through our Shop by Maker page, browse additional premium builds in Fixed Blade Knives, and learn more about the maker through a dedicated Haymaker Customs brand page.
