{"product_id":"hand-forged-damascus-outdoor-skinner-knife-8-inch-wood-handle-leather-sheath","title":"Hand Forged Damascus Steel Outdoor Skinner Knife – 8\" Wood Handle \u0026 Leather Sheath","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHand Forged Damascus Steel Outdoor Skinner Knife – 8\" Wood Handle with Leather Sheath\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eForged for the field. This \u003cstrong\u003ehand forged Damascus steel outdoor skinner knife\u003c\/strong\u003e is a purpose-built skinning and field dressing knife with a 1095 Damascus blade and a premium wood handle. At 8 inches overall with a 4-inch blade, it has the compact, precise geometry needed for clean skinning work without the bulk of a larger hunting knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBlade Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 inches — ideal skinner blade length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1095 Damascus steel — razor-sharp, excellent edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium wood — natural, warm, durable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leather sheath included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHand Forged Quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand forging produces a blade with superior grain structure compared to stock removal knives. The forging process aligns the steel's grain along the blade's geometry, resulting in a stronger, tougher blade that holds an edge longer and is more resistant to chipping and breaking under field use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHunters and big game processors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrappers and small game hunters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor enthusiasts who process their own game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife collectors who appreciate hand-forged Damascus blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash and dry immediately — 1095 Damascus will rust if left wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply food-safe oil to the blade after each use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil the wood handle periodically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the leather sheath when not in use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between hand forged and stock removal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand forging shapes the blade by hammering heated steel, aligning the grain structure for superior strength. Stock removal grinds the blade from flat bar stock. Hand forged blades are generally stronger and tougher.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it come with a sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — a leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach knife is individually hand forged — the Damascus pattern makes every blade unique.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DRSKNIVES HUB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49977978028346,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/5247\/8778\/files\/73DF417C-FA72-4776-A1C1-F8B0D7EE9C4C.jpg?v=1728661237","url":"https:\/\/drskniveshub.com\/products\/hand-forged-damascus-outdoor-skinner-knife-8-inch-wood-handle-leather-sheath","provider":"DRSKNIVES HUB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}