Would this knife make a good skinning knife?
758339
yes and no...the edge is beveled and is good for heavy work, however the handle needs to be finished more...i used danish oil and beeswax to get it waterproof...Also the blade is carbon steel and will RUST if not wiped dry after every use...its a good deal for the money overall.
758340
YES! The short blade and drop point allow you to slide the point between the hide and internal sack. Works great for me.
758341
It makes a competent skinning knife but I would use an old hickory skinning knife for lesser cost.
758342
I have no experience with this knife as a skinner, but it should be good. The cutting edge of the blade is curved and that should allow separation of the the hide from the flesh more easily. When opening up large game, the hump in blade was designed to push internal organs out of the way and thereby lessen the risk of puncturing them.
758343
Yes it would just choke the handle nice knife for all around comping survival situation.
1819845
Personally I think that it might be too long to be a skinning knife, but as long as you are careful not to poke through the skin too far, I don't see why not.
506791
Nancy, any knife will "work" for skinning, but a true skinning knife is best, as its shape prevents puncturing the skin. Old Hickory (now Ontario) makes an excellent skinner, very modestly priced, see Ontario Knives Skinner Knife here at Amazon. This knife is NOT stainless and needs hand wash, etc., more care than stainless. The sharp finger will skin OK but a larger blade means faster work on a large animal. For a stainless version see Victorinox Beef Skinning, 6" Blade, Black Fibrox Pro Handle another excellent skinner - I have one and like it. Nancy, any knife will "work" for skinning, but a true skinning knife is best, as its shape prevents puncturing the skin. Old Hickory (now Ontario) makes an excellent skinner, very modestly priced, see Ontario Knives Skinner Knife here at Amazon. This knife is NOT stainless and needs hand wash, etc., more care than stainless. The sharp finger will skin OK but a larger blade means faster work on a large animal. For a stainless version see Victorinox Beef Skinning, 6"... » Read More Nancy, any knife will "work" for skinning, but a true skinning knife is best, as its shape prevents puncturing the skin. Old Hickory (now Ontario) makes an excellent skinner, very modestly priced, see Ontario Knives Skinner Knife here at Amazon. This knife is NOT stainless and needs hand wash, etc., more care than stainless. The sharp finger will skin OK but a larger blade means faster work on a large animal. For a stainless version see Victorinox Beef Skinning, 6" Blade, Black Fibrox Pro Handle another excellent skinner - I have one and like it. « Show Less
1854727
It'll work fine. It is really light on the back end making it very heavy on the blade end which could be perfect for cutting off a snakes head.
1675852
I wouldn't recommend it, this electric knife is not durable enough or powerful enough for cuting bone. A handheld knife might be better because I have yet to find a strong enough electric knife for this.
30732
That will depend on how you intend to use it. THe sheath would seem a little bulky for around your neck.
565481
I use this knife for part of the skinning process. I use a surgical for the neck and a 71/2" fillet knife for removing the rectum. Buck Knifes are great. I do all my skinning on the camp pole so I have a variety of knifes available. I used this method on 9 deer this past fall. I have been the camp skinner for over 30yrs and enjoy a made in USA of high quality like a BUCK!!
635853
yes...also I have put this knife to the test...I have knidled wood...skinned rabbits...cleaned fish...gonna buy a spare one..i love this knife
942302
As I am a vegetarian I do not eat meat so I would not know if the knife would work for that purpose. I did purchase a slicing knife at Amazon that is great. It is almost as large as the cake knife and just as sturdy.I do not know how to sharpen a serrated blade.
1982726
it is sharp and can cut through a big beef roast like paper i know i have done it . so a field dressing would be nothing , but i would recomend a real skinning knife
657413
It is a very well made knife but it is really too heavy to carry on your person. It is really too heavy to use as a skinning knife for hunting or even for survival. Great shape to the blade but just way too heavy for any practical use that I can think of.
1119984
I have never never used the knife to skin or gut a fish. You can get a very sharp edge on the blade and there is no reason you could not use it for cleaning fish. I have used my knife for cutting ropes, limbs (small) and everything around a camp. The knife holds it edge well and is easy to sharpen.
803339
This Knife will be a heirloom, It Should work Well for Deer Hunting and Such,, If Your Run into a Bear Show Him the knife, The Bear will Turn Tail and Run,,,,,,Take Care. Amazon Added to My Comment, I did Not Say, [ Its a Real Monster ]
1982728
The blade needs some honing, but it's shape is well suited for skinning, it feels solid, and fits comfortable in the hand. I would use this knife without hesitation.
1148026
Yeah I think it would. But I would recommend getting a smiths tri hone sharpener to go along with it. It really gets that edge razor sharp. The knife is also very easy to sharpen because of the scandi grind.
1711585
That's a good Question. From the looks of it, probably not. I still like it and it has a high "wow" factor. It would be the one knife I would want it I had one to choose.
1119982
It would do it but it certainly wouldn't be my first choice. You would be better off with a knife with a skinning hook and soft rubber grips like the Buck skinning knife.