{"product_id":"8-forged-high-carbon-steel-skinner-knife-full-tang-hunting-fixed-blade-with-premium-weatherproof-pakkawood-handle","title":"8\" Forged High Carbon Steel Skinner Knife – Full-Tang Hunting Fixed Blade with Premium Weatherproof Pakkawood Handle","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Ridge Runner: 8\" Forged High Carbon \u0026amp; Pakkawood Skinner\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eTraditional craftsmanship engineered for flawless field execution. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eNDY Heritage Series 8\" Skinner\u003c\/b\u003e is a dedicated wilderness tool built for the modern sportsman who demands deep cutting leverage and a razor-sharp edge. Forged from premium \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"242\"\u003eHigh Carbon Steel\u003c\/b\u003e, the sweeping, deep-bellied blade is anchored by a masterfully contoured handle made from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"350\"\u003ePremium Pakkawood\u003c\/b\u003e. This full-tang workhorse balances beautiful frontier aesthetics with rugged, zero-flex structural integrity, making it an indispensable companion for big-game processing and backcountry expeditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🎯 Technical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\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\"\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.0 inches\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\"\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.0 inches\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\"\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Forged High Carbon Steel (Surgical Edge-Holding Power)\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\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/b\u003e 56-58 HRC (Elite Impact Resistance \u0026amp; Easy Field Honing)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/b\u003e High-Compression, Non-Slip Premium Pakkawood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-Duty Polished Bolsters \u0026amp; Structural Fixing Pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Full Tang (Solid steel backbone running tip to pommel)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep-Belly Skinner (Optimized for smooth, sweeping strokes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSheath:\u003c\/b\u003e Custom Hand-Stitched Extra-Thick Genuine Leather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e💥 Why the 8\" High Carbon \u0026amp; Pakkawood Skinner dominates the Field\u003c\/b\u003e\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\"\u003eAggressive Forged Carbon Edge:\u003c\/b\u003e High carbon steel is prized by professional guides for a reason: it takes a wicked, \"toothy\" edge that bites clean through thick hides and dense connective tissue without rolling. When it finally comes time to touch up the edge, it hones back to a razor finish effortlessly in the field.\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\"\u003eWeatherproof Pakkawood Grip:\u003c\/b\u003e Pakkawood delivers the rich, warm look of natural exotic hardwood but is vacuum-infused with advanced phenolic resins under extreme pressure. This makes the handle completely waterproof, split-proof, and immune to warping from rain, blood, or extreme temperature shifts.\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\"\u003eThe Perfect Field Processing Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e The 8-inch total scale yields exceptional leverage and precise control. The deep, sweeping belly of the blade maximizes your cutting surface, allowing you to make long, fluid skinning strokes that dramatically reduce hand fatigue during large-scale processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSolid Full-Tang Engineering:\u003c\/b\u003e The high carbon steel runs entirely from the tip of the blade through the butt of the handle. This solid, unsegmented design guarantees maximum structural balance and lifelong durability, making it a true frontier heirloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e📖 Care for Your High Carbon Skinner\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Clean \u0026amp; Dry Routine:\u003c\/b\u003e High carbon steel is a professional-tier material that requires a quick \"wipe and dry\" routine. Always hand-wash the blade with mild soap and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"167\"\u003edry immediately\u003c\/b\u003e after use. The steel will naturally develop a dark, protective patina over time that reflects its history in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProtect the Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply a thin layer of food-grade mineral oil to the blade before storing it. Because the premium Pakkawood handle is completely stabilized and non-porous, it requires zero special maintenance or oiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStorage Best Practices:\u003c\/b\u003e For long-term care, store your knife in a dry place outside of its leather sheath if it won't be fielded for several months. This ensures no ambient moisture gets trapped against the high carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"NDY KNIVES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53814386983278,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/7190\/2574\/files\/81-Edited.jpg?v=1779387042","url":"https:\/\/ndyknives.com\/products\/8-forged-high-carbon-steel-skinner-knife-full-tang-hunting-fixed-blade-with-premium-weatherproof-pakkawood-handle","provider":"NDY KNIVES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}