A Skinners Knife, sometimes known as a skinning knife, is a professional tool used by skinners. A skinner knife usually has a wide, short blade. The edge is rigid and has no flexibility or spring. Knives for skinning are more of a hunting tool than a weapon.

D2 Tool Steel is a high-carbon, high-chromium, air-hardening tool steel that is characterized by a relatively high attainable hardness. D2 is known for its touchness and ability to hold a sharp edge.

Damascus is a mixture of 1095 and 15N20, they are heated and then folded over and over to get the desired layers. The blade is burned in acid and it turns the layers into different colors. The layering process also results in a blade that is harder and durable than a single type of steel.

Specifications:

• Overall Length: 8.0 in (approx)
• Handle Length: 3.5 in (approx)
• Blade Length: 4.5 in (approx)
• Item Type: Skinner Knife
• Tempered: Oil Tempered to 58-60 HRC
• Guard Type: Steel Bolster
• Handle Material: Damascus
• Blade Material: D2 Tool Steel

Features and Further Details:

Leather Sheath:

This item comes with a top quality extra think Leather Sheath (if pictured).The Leather Sheath is totally hand tooled and sewn, the extra stitching makes it robust and able to withstand year of rough and tough use.

Care/Cleaning:

When needed, use a Diamond Wet Stone or better to re-sharpen the blade at 20 degrees. When done using the item, wash it in soap and water, dry completely, coat in gun oil and star away from the Leather Sheath. Leather pulls moisture out of the air and can rust the blade if stored improperly.

Guarantee:

All our Knives are 100% Handmade. We do not user any CNC machining, water-jet or precut blanks to make our items. Each Knife will be 100% unique and may have some handmade characteristics that make it stand out.