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This hefty knife serves as a steadfast companion for hunters and warriors alike, shaped much like the French trade knives once carried across the frontier. Its broad, sweeping blade is built for practicality, able to handle everything from slicing meat to chopping through tough materials. Along the spine, simple jimping offers a sure foothold for the thumb when steady, precise cuts are called for. The thick back edge adds weight and balance, turning this blade into a capable tool for heavy-duty tasks. The handle scales, fashioned from polished buffalo horn, fit naturally in the hand, providing comfort and control during long hours of use. Forged with a full tang, the blade’s strength and balance are well maintained, ensuring it won’t fail in demanding situations. Accompanying this knife is a sturdy leather sheath, reinforced with metal studs and designed with a belt slot,typical of the practical gear worn in the days when every tool had to earn its keep. The blade arrives sharpened and ready to wield.
This hefty knife serves as a steadfast companion for hunters and warriors alike, shaped much like the French trade knives once carried across the frontier. Its broad, sweeping blade is built for practicality, able to handle everything from slicing meat to chopping through tough materials. Along the spine, simple jimping offers a sure foothold for the thumb when steady, precise cuts are called for. The thick back edge adds weight and balance, turning this blade into a capable tool for heavy-duty tasks. The handle scales, fashioned from polished buffalo horn, fit naturally in the hand, providing comfort and control during long hours of use. Forged with a full tang, the blade’s strength and balance are well maintained, ensuring it won’t fail in demanding situations. Accompanying this knife is a sturdy leather sheath, reinforced with metal studs and designed with a belt slot,typical of the practical gear worn in the days when every tool had to earn its keep. The blade arrives sharpened and ready to wield.
- Overall length: 13-5/8″
- Blade length: 8-1/4″; width: 2-1/8″; thickness: 3/16″
- Weight: 1 lb 4 oz
Can be personalized with 3 initials.
Fun fact: Knives like this Western Plains Utility Knife were often traded among Native American tribes and European settlers, becoming essential tools not only for survival but also as items of trade and cultural exchange.
