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6.5" D2 Steel Skinning Knife – Fixed Blade Skinner with Swirled Resin Handle
6.5" D2 Steel Skinning Knife – Fixed Blade Skinner with Swirled Resin Handle
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Vibrant modern art meets uncompromising tool steel geometry. The NDY Artisan Series 6.5" D2 Steel Mini Skinner is an elite fixed-blade companion engineered for backcountry trackers, camp chefs, and collectors of premium custom cutlery. The high-performance D2 tool steel blade features a sweeping drop-point skinning belly with a pristine, mirror-satin flat grind. The ergonomic, full-tang handle is a visual masterpiece, utilizing high-density liquid resin displaying striking swirls of forest green, deep crimson, amber yellow, and charcoal. Secured by dual geometric brass mosaic pins and finished with a lined lanyard hole, this highly compact tool offers incredible hand comfort and agile cutting precision.
🎯 Key Specifications
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Overall Length: 6.5 inches – Highly compact form factor engineered for detailed paring and field dressing
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Blade Details: 3.25" | Premium D2 Die/Tool Steel (Outstanding edge longevity and wear resistance)
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Edge Geometry: Precision flat-ground sweeping skinner profile with a clean satin-finished primary bevel
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Handle Construction: Custom multi-color swirled liquid resin scales secured over a robust full tang
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Hardware: Dual flush-mounted brass geometric mosaic pins and a lined lanyard tube at the pommel
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Ergonomics: Arched palm swell and subtle finger index styling for maximum cutting leverage
💥 Why This D2 Resin Mini Skinner Stands Out
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Agile Skinning Geometry: The broad, curved belly of the blade is built to optimize slicing pressure, enabling clean, fluid sweeps that separate layers efficiently without snagging or puncturing.
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Premium Swirled Resin Grip: The handle features glass-smooth, high-density resin scales with deep multi-color metallic waves. This non-porous hybrid composition creates a complete moisture barrier that won't warp or split over time.
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Intricate Brass Mosaic Accents: The handle scales are anchored by two premium mosaic pins packed with intricate brass rods. These serve as both structural stabilizers and a high-end visual hallmark.
📖 Care & Maintenance Guide
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Clean & Dry: Hand-wash your knife immediately after camp or kitchen tasks with warm water and mild dish soap. Dry the blade and resin handle thoroughly with a soft towel (never place in a dishwasher).
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Maintain the High-Performance Edge: While D2 steel offers exceptional wear resistance and is highly corrosion-resistant, it is a semi-stainless steel. Apply a very light pass of food-grade mineral oil across the cutting edge before long-term storage to prevent staining.
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Preserve the Handle Shine: Keep the vibrant resin scales looking pristine by wiping them down with a soft microfiber cloth to easily remove skin oils and restore the original deep luster.

🛡️ Care & Maintenance Guide +
⛔ NEVER, EVER:
- Leave the blade resting in standing water.
- Rest the blade on a damp tea towel, washcloth, or wet sponge.
- Store for extended periods inside direct contact with leather.
- Wash in a dishwasher.
✅ AFTER USE:
- Rinse clean under running water and wipe completely dry with a clean cloth.
- Lightly oil the blade using food-safe mineral oil or blade wax.
- Store in a cool, dry place.
⚠️ Handmade Authenticity Note +
This is a custom handmade product. Natural materials (like stag horn, bone, wood, and resin) and hand-forging mean each knife may vary slightly in color, pattern, and finish from the images shown. This uniqueness is part of its true craftsmanship and authenticity.