- Joined
- Feb 22, 2001
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Just returned from a successful hunt in which we shot seven barrenland caribou. An outstanding day, to say the least. First of all, my new Ruger .270 M77(stainless w/composite stock) with 3-9x Bushnell, did a wondeful job, as did my co-hunter's British .303.
Anyway, on to the Dozier Pro Skinner.... As usual, WOW!!! Bob easily makes the best skinning knives. I skinned and cut up three animals, including separating all the joints, cutting off the head and deboning the meat with this knife, and it will still shave/scrape hair. The finger grooved handle provides an excellent grip, even though the micarta scales are smooth and hands are covered in blood. So comfortable that I had to think about it afterwards, as it didn't enter my mind while cutting. The blade shape is perfect for unzipping hide over the belly, having enough drop to avoid opening the stomach. I found that the blade was so sharp, that if I rushed, I came right out of the skin and had to go back and start again. This is certainly my fault, due to rushing, poor technique, and inexperience. A blade is never TOO sharp.
I know what you're thinking..."why does everyone always give such great reviews of Bob's knives, why doesn't anyone dislike them?" Well, I can't help it. These knives are made to work, and they do. Way to go Bob, thanks again for the awesome knife.
Well, fine, one nit to pick... This blade is a little too short for de-boning, IMHO. But then again, that's what my Elk Hunter is for!
Jet
Anyway, on to the Dozier Pro Skinner.... As usual, WOW!!! Bob easily makes the best skinning knives. I skinned and cut up three animals, including separating all the joints, cutting off the head and deboning the meat with this knife, and it will still shave/scrape hair. The finger grooved handle provides an excellent grip, even though the micarta scales are smooth and hands are covered in blood. So comfortable that I had to think about it afterwards, as it didn't enter my mind while cutting. The blade shape is perfect for unzipping hide over the belly, having enough drop to avoid opening the stomach. I found that the blade was so sharp, that if I rushed, I came right out of the skin and had to go back and start again. This is certainly my fault, due to rushing, poor technique, and inexperience. A blade is never TOO sharp.
I know what you're thinking..."why does everyone always give such great reviews of Bob's knives, why doesn't anyone dislike them?" Well, I can't help it. These knives are made to work, and they do. Way to go Bob, thanks again for the awesome knife.
Well, fine, one nit to pick... This blade is a little too short for de-boning, IMHO. But then again, that's what my Elk Hunter is for!
Jet
