The Wayland Knife
The Wayland Knife
The Knife Lincoln Carried. Updated for the Rest of Us.
The Barlow knife is older than the United States. Presidents Washington and Lincoln carried one. Mark Twain wrote about it twice. The James Brand didn't reinvent it — they just built the best version of it available today.
The Wayland is TJB's interpretation of the classic Barlow pattern: long bolsters, teardrop handle, sheepsfoot blade, no visible hardware. Clean, symmetrical, and built to last a lifetime. The Rosewood + Damasteel version takes it further — a 3-inch sheepsfoot blade in Damasteel Rose DS93X, one of the most visually striking blade materials made, with a rosewood scale that gets better looking the more you handle it.
Non-locking slip joint means it's travel-friendly and TSA-compliant. Phosphor bronze washers for smooth, satisfying open and close. The kind of knife you buy once and hand down. Browse more in our everyday carry collection or check out all our men's accessories. Also pairs well with The Folsom if you're building out a James Brand collection.
Details
| Feature | Spec |
|---|---|
| Blade Steel | Damasteel Rose DS93X Damascus |
| Blade Shape | Sheepsfoot |
| Blade Length | 3.0" / 7.6 cm |
| Overall Length | 6.9" / 17.5 cm |
| Weight | 2.8 oz / 78.4 g |
| Opening Style | Non-Locking Slip Joint |
| Nail Nick | CNC Machined |
| Washers | Phosphor Bronze |
| Scale Material | Rosewood |
| Carry Style | In Pocket, with or without lanyard |
| Lanyard | Not included |
| Designed In | Portland, OR |
- Damasteel Rose DS93X blade — every knife has a unique pattern, no two are identical
- Non-locking slip joint — TSA-compliant and legal in more places than a locking blade
- Rosewood scales that develop character with use
- No visible hardware — completely clean aesthetic
- Phosphor bronze washers for smooth, consistent action
- Built to be passed down