Quick Specs
- Type: Ritual athame
- Size: 8.5″
- Size/Quantity: 8.5 inches overall, 3.25-inch blade
- Best for: Wiccan circle casting, altar work, Horned God tradition, Celtic practice
Damascus Blade and Stag Horn: Materials with Tradition
The Bone Stag Athame pairs a Damascus-pattern stainless steel blade with a handle made from natural polished stag horn, combining two materials that carry deep symbolic weight in magical practice. Damascus-pattern blades are forged through a layering process that creates distinctive flowing lines in the steel, making every blade visually unique. The stag horn handle connects this tool to Celtic and shamanic traditions centered on the Horned God, the wildwood, and the mysteries of the hunt.
At 8.5 inches overall with a 3.25-inch blade, this athame sits at a practical mid-size for altar use, comfortable in the hand without being unwieldy. The weight is balanced for directing energy through the tip during circle casting and invocation work. Natural stag horn varies in color and texture from piece to piece, so each athame is unique in its handle grain and appearance. Browse my athames collection to see the full range of blade styles available.
The Athame in Wiccan and Ceremonial Practice
The athame is one of the four primary tools in most Wiccan traditions, alongside the wand, chalice, and pentacle. Its function is the direction of magical will, not physical cutting. Practitioners use the blade to trace circles, invoke the four quarters, and draw symbols in the air during ritual. In many Celtic-flavored traditions, the stag as a symbol represents the lord of the forest, making a stag horn handle a particularly resonant choice for practitioners working with the Horned God or nature-based deity forms.
Shipping restrictions apply to this product. This athame cannot be shipped to Massachusetts or California due to those states’ regulations on fixed double-edged blades. If you are ordering from either state, please select a different product from my catalog.
How to Use a Bone Stag Athame
Three foundational steps for working with a ritual athame.
- Consecrate the Blade
Before use, hold the athame in both hands and state your intent aloud or in focused silence. Many practitioners dedicate a new blade by passing it through incense smoke and anointing the handle with consecration oil.
- Cast the Circle
Use the athame to trace the boundary of a ritual circle, directing energy outward through the blade tip. Move clockwise to cast the circle and counterclockwise to close it at the conclusion of the working.
- Store After Use
When the ritual is complete, wipe the blade clean with a dry cloth and wrap it in natural fabric such as linen or cotton. Store it on the altar or in a dedicated box away from other tools to preserve its charge.
The Tarot Fellow Standard
I carry this athame because the combination of Damascus-pattern steel and natural stag horn delivers genuine craft at a price point that does not require compromise. The stag horn handle is not synthetic, the blade pattern is not printed, and the dimensions are practical for real altar use, not just display. If you are building out your ritual toolkit, explore my altar supplies for complementary chalices, cauldrons, and tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
An athame is a ritual double-edged knife used in Wicca, ceremonial magic, and related traditions to direct energy, cast circles, and invoke deities. It is a tool of will and corresponds to the element of Air or Fire.
The stag horn handle carries associations with the Horned God, wildwood mysteries, hunting magic, and Celtic shamanic tradition. It grounds the blade in nature-based practice and pre-Christian spiritual lineage.
Damascus-pattern blades feature layered steel that creates distinctive flowing patterns in the metal. Each blade is visually unique. The pattern reflects the craft of blade smithing and adds aesthetic value to the tool.
This athame cannot be shipped to Massachusetts or California due to state blade length and double-edge restrictions. Check your local laws before ordering any ritual blade with a fixed double-edged design.
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