{"product_id":"9-hand-forged-damascus-steel-skinning-knife-full-tang-fixed-blade-hunting-knife-with-red-white-blue-heritage-wood-handle-genuine-leather-sheath","title":"9\" Hand-Forged Damascus Steel Skinning Knife – Full-Tang Fixed Blade Hunting Knife with Red, White \u0026 Blue Heritage Wood Handle \u0026 Genuine Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eElite field performance meets timeless regional pride. The NDY Artisan Series 9\" Heritage Skinning Knife is a beautifully balanced, full-tang sporting masterpiece engineered for the dedicated outfitter who demands a precision cutting edge paired with an unmistakable, gallery-grade aesthetic statement. The hand-forged, high-contrast Damascus steel features an organic, sweeping deep-belly profile optimized for effortless field-dressing and slicing. The handle is a striking work of custom cutlery art, integrating polished steel bolster guards and matching steel endcaps with beautifully segmented red, white, and blue hardwood scales finished with a polished star accent inlay. Complete with a hand-tooled tan leather belt sheath, this commanding tool serves as an unforgettable backcountry companion or an exquisite heirloom display centerpiece.\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 9.0 inches (High-Leverage Field Processing 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 4.5 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 Hand-Forged Damascus Steel (1095 \u0026amp; 15N20 High-Carbon Layering)\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\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/b\u003e 58-60 HRC (Elite Razor Edge Retention \u0026amp; High Impact Toughness)\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 Premium Segmented Dyed Hardwood (Red, White \u0026amp; Blue Multi-Color Profile)\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\"\u003eHardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid Polished Steel Bolsters, Matching End Cap Pommel \u0026amp; Center Star Inlay\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\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Full Tang (Solid, continuous steel backbone running from tip to pommel)\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\"\u003eBlade Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep-Belly Sweeping Skinner \/ Drop Point (Optimized for fluid hide removal and precise slicing)\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\"\u003eSheath:\u003c\/b\u003e Custom Hand-Stitched Extra-Thick Tan Leather Belt Sheath with Frontier Tooling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e💥 Why the 9\" Lone Star Damascus Skinner is a Backcountry 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\"\u003eIntricate Twist Damascus Flow:\u003c\/b\u003e The wide blade face features a completely unique, organic ripple-and-twist pattern born from intensive forge folding. The high-carbon composition creates a microscopic \"toothy\" cutting surface that easily glides through thick hides, dense cartilage, and tough material without flattening out or losing its surgical bite.\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\"\u003eIconic Multi-Color Heritage Grip:\u003c\/b\u003e The handle configuration is an absolute showstopper. It utilizes premium, high-density dyed wood segments to form a bold red, white, and blue mosaic, beautifully anchored by an inlaid lone star emblem. The wood is thoroughly sealed and polished to withstand moisture while offering an exceptionally warm, solid feel in the hand.\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\"\u003ePolished Steel Protective Architecture:\u003c\/b\u003e Outfitted with heavy-duty solid steel front bolsters and a matching steel pommel cap, this knife safely shields your hand from the razor edge during high-leverage field work. The steel additions perfectly counterbalance the sweeping 4.5-inch blade, creating a fluid, agile pivot point right at your index finger.\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\"\u003eUnyielding Full-Tang Backbone:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered to span generations, the continuous Damascus steel core runs seamlessly from the tip of the drop-point through the steel bolsters and all the way to the solid steel base cap. This indestructible architecture guarantees that your investment remains structurally sound through decades of rugged, outdoor ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e📖 Care for Your Damascus \u0026amp; Heritage Wood Skinner\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 Damascus is a professional-grade steel that requires basic respect. Always hand-wash the blade with mild soap and dry immediately after use to preserve the deep-etched contrast and prevent oxidation.\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\"\u003eProtect the Steel \u0026amp; Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply a thin layer of food-grade mineral oil to the Damascus blade and steel bolsters before long-term storage to shield them from moisture. A quick wipe of mineral oil across the polished multi-color handle scales once a year will keep the natural grain beautifully hydrated, rich, and vibrantly colored.\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 long-term care, store your knife in a dry place outside of its custom leather sheath if it won't be fielded for several months. This ensures no ambient environmental moisture gets trapped against the high-carbon steel layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NDY KNIVES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53891338895726,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/7190\/2574\/files\/107-Edited.jpg?v=1781073020","url":"https:\/\/ndyknives.com\/products\/9-hand-forged-damascus-steel-skinning-knife-full-tang-fixed-blade-hunting-knife-with-red-white-blue-heritage-wood-handle-genuine-leather-sheath","provider":"NDY KNIVES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}