{"product_id":"17-high-carbon-steel-bowie-knife-heavy-duty-fixed-blade-camp-knife-with-contoured-pakkawood-handle-custom-leather-sheath","title":"17\" High-Carbon Steel Bowie Knife – Heavy-Duty Fixed Blade Camp Knife with Contoured Pakkawood Handle \u0026 Custom Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eUncompromised processing power meets traditional frontier resilience. The NDY Artisan Series 17\" Heavy Wilderness Tool is a robust, high-leverage fixed blade engineered for the serious outfitter, backcountry trail-clearing enthusiast, and fine cutlery collector. The precision-forged high-carbon steel blade features a massive, sweeping Bowie profile enhanced by a dark, non-reflective acid-washed finish that minimizes field wear and glare, complete with a deep structural fuller channel. The handle is sculpted for absolute hand security, pairing deep ergonomic finger ridges with weather-resistant dark pakkawood scales. Accompanied by a premium, custom-tooled brown leather belt sheath with a striking snakeskin inlay, this commanding tool brings unmatched functional art and clearing leverage to any campsite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e🎯 Technical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 17.0 inches (Elite High-Leverage Trail \u0026amp; Camp Scale)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 12.0 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Premium High-Carbon Steel (Engineered for Extreme Impact Resistance \u0026amp; Edge Toughness)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Rugged Acid-Washed \/ Distressed Dark Patina with Machined Blood Groove\/Fuller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/b\u003e High-Density Stabilized Dark Charcoal Pakkawood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Architecture:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep Ergonomic Finger Grooves \u0026amp; Flared Pommel Base for Maximum Draw-Cut Leverage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Integrated Double-Quillon Dark Steel Finger Guard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-Duty Full-Length Tang (Solid internal steel backbone running completely from tip through to the base of the handle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Broad Sweeping Recurve Bowie \/ Deep-Bellied Camp Slicer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSheath:\u003c\/b\u003e Premium Hand-Stitched Tan\/Brown Leather Belt Sheath with Border Tooling \u0026amp; Snakeskin Inlay Panel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e💥 Why the 17\" Acid-Washed Pakkawood Bowie is a Wilderness Masterpiece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximized Sweeping Chopping Leverage:\u003c\/b\u003e The blade features an exceptionally wide profile that carries its weight forward into a subtle recurve and a generous, deep-bellied curve. This shifts the balance point toward the front, allowing the tool to do the heavy work during camp clearing, wood processing, and heavy slicing tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAcid-Washed Matte Resilience:\u003c\/b\u003e The high-carbon steel face undergoes a specialized acid-wash treatment. This creates a beautiful, dark matte finish that helps hide scratches from hard use while providing an extra layer of structural protection against outdoor elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDeeply Contoured Ergonomic Hold:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for heavy impact without hand fatigue, the handle features custom-carved finger grooves that physically lock your fingers into place. This shape prevents palm slippage during heavy swings, while the flared rear pommel gives you incredible security when pulling or executing deep draw-cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeatherproof Pakkawood Longevity:\u003c\/b\u003e By combining real hardwood layers with high-grade phenolic resins under immense heat and pressure, the dark pakkawood grip offers the timeless beauty of natural grain while remaining completely impervious to water absorption, splitting, or warping over decades of heavy service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e📖 Care for Your High-Carbon Acid-Washed Pakkawood Bowie\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Clean \u0026amp; Dry Routine:\u003c\/b\u003e High-carbon steel is a professional outfitter's choice that values edge toughness over all else. Always hand-wash your blade with warm water and mild dish soap immediately after a field outing, then wipe it completely dry. Never leave it sitting wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLubrication \u0026amp; Blade Shielding:\u003c\/b\u003e Before storing your tool, apply a thin coat of food-grade mineral oil or high-quality blade wax across the acid-washed steel face. This forms a protective moisture barrier that keeps the high-carbon layers completely pristine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStorage Best Practices:\u003c\/b\u003e For extended storage spanning several months, keep the knife in a dry, low-humidity cabinet \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"116\"\u003eoutside\u003c\/i\u003e of its custom leather sheath. This prevents the tanning elements in the genuine leather from drawing ambient environmental moisture onto the steel face over long periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NDY KNIVES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53908908966254,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/7190\/2574\/files\/129-Edited.jpg?v=1781372078","url":"https:\/\/ndyknives.com\/products\/17-high-carbon-steel-bowie-knife-heavy-duty-fixed-blade-camp-knife-with-contoured-pakkawood-handle-custom-leather-sheath","provider":"NDY KNIVES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}