Tracker Knife: A Hunter’s Versatile Companion
Experience the prowess of the Tracker Knife, a versatile tool skillfully designed to cater to a range of functionalities. From chopping to carving, sawing to pounding – each section of this knife performs with precision. Whether you’re handling wood, bone, or antler, this knife ensures a seamless experience.
Primarily crafted for hunting enthusiasts, the Tracker Knife excels in preparing game for consumption. It simplifies tasks such as skinning and slicing meat, thanks to its sharp edge designed for cutting rather than stabbing. Sporting both a curved section for efficient skinning and a straight edge for clean meat cuts, its design also sometimes features a convenient gut hook. True to the “skinner” design, its rounded point ensures the skin remains intact during removal.
Inspired by the American Bowie knife legacy, this Tracker Knife pays homage to the iconic fixed-blade design introduced by James Black for the legendary Jim Bowie in the early 19th century. Today, the term “Bowie knife” stands for a broad spectrum of hunting knives. However, what distinguishes them is their large sheath, cross guard, and distinct clip point. With a blade length ranging between 6 to 12 inches, these knives are specially crafted for tasks like skinning and butchering game. The Bowie knife’s unique curved top clip bevel, coupled with its straight blade edge, ensures an efficient game preparation experience. Please note, while our Bowie knives are of exceptional quality and thickness, they are intended for hunting or display, not as weapons.
Blade Craftsmanship:
The Tracker Knife boasts a blade made from Pattern welded Damascus steel, renowned for its sturdiness and heat-treated properties. With 11 meticulously folded steel pieces resulting in 352 distinct layers, it exemplifies both resilience and sharpness. Its high carbon content, sourced from premium 1095 steel, ensures an edge that remains razor-sharp, yet flexible enough to endure intensive use. Paired with a robust wooden handle and a protective leather sheath, this knife promises longevity.
Knife Specifications:
- Handle: Stag Horn embellished with Damascus Steel Bolsters
- Overall Length: 8″
- Rockwell Hardness: 55-56 HRC
- Blade Composition:
- 352 Damascus pattern layers
- 6 layers of Carbon Steel (#43 & #40)
- 5 layers of High Carbon Steel 1095
- Sheath: Premium leather
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