Damascus Hunting Knives Online

Whether you are an occasional outdoorsman or serious hunter, a hunting knife is a great accessory for any adventure. Since durability favors a fixed-blade knife, Damascus steel blade hasn’t changed much over the years. The basic features of a good hunting knife are all useful and much less gimmicky than a tradesman knife or multi-tool blade. However, there is no one-size-fits-all, and avid hunters often choose to carry multiple types of hunting knives with them, especially when spending extended amounts of time in the wild. Hunting knives with a fixed blade are notorious for having a solid feel but folders are more portable. At My Smith Online Studio we know what you need, and our hunting knives come ready to go straight from the box.

One feature that you need to look at very closely is the retention system. A knife falling out of its sheath can be very dangerous, in addition to running the risk of losing or damaging it. There are only a few retention systems available. The most common is the strap retainer. This is just a small strap attached to the sheath body that wraps around the handle just behind the hilt, with either a snap. The next most common is the molded sheath. These hold the knife only by friction, and they must fit the knife shape perfectly to work. There are a few molded sheaths that have straps, as well. The last is the snap-lock sheath. These will have a protrusion on the inside that fits into a recess either on the blade or handle of the knife, locking the blade into the sheath. Releasing the blade will require either a tug in a particular direction, or pressing the sheath at a certain point.

Your hunting knife will be useless if its handle is not comfortable to your hands. Knife handles can be made of wood, leather, plastic, bone, or horn. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages. Damascus blades for sale On the other hand, synthetic handle materials are lightweight and economical. For safety purposes, handles with a finger stop or guard is highly recommended. For more information, please visit our site https://www.mysmithonlinestudio.com/