Description
This knife is forged in the tradition of the blades carried by hunters and frontiersmen during the Colonial era. The blade is shaped from 1095 high carbon steel, a material prized for holding a keen edge and standing up to the hard work demanded by daily use. You’ll notice the blade bears the subtle hammer marks and a deliberately rough finish, echoing the tools shaped by blacksmiths in their forges long ago. The handle is crafted from genuine horn, carefully worked and smoothed to nestle comfortably in the hand, much like how craftsmen of old would have shaped their tools from natural materials at hand.
Accompanying the knife is a full grain leather sheath, thick and tough, designed to shield both blade and bearer. The sheath features a sturdy pivot allowing it to swivel, so it can be worn either horizontally at the waist or vertically on a belt. This practical design gave hunters and woodsmen quick, reliable access to their knife whether tracking game through thick brush or riding horseback along rugged trails.
- Overall length: 7″
- Blade length: 3-5/8″
- Weight: 4 oz
A bit of blacksmith lore: the multi-position swivel sheath was a clever solution that let early hunters and soldiers adjust how they carried their knives for comfort and speed, especially useful when moving through dense wilderness or mounted on horseback.
