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New guy needs skinner

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Dzrtram

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Hi, I'm new and I hope I am posting this on the correct forum. I need to purchase a skinning knife for a very special gift. This knife will be used on deer, elk, moose, and maybe even bear. Here's what I'm looking for, and what I'm not looking for:
There are some things I do not like at all, such as "art" knives. I hope this doesn't offend anyone. I'm just looking for a practical, hard-use knife at a reasonable price. I do not mean "cheap". I am not interested in exotic, expensive handles, etc. I do not care if it is carbon and not stainless. It can be flat ground, or whatever is best for a skinner. I do like the Green River style
If you have a knife and would like to sell it, you can email me and send a picture to dzrtram@yahoo.com.
I would also like recommendations if you know of a knifemaker that makes knives like I've described.
Thank you for your help.:)
 
You should define whether you want a knife only for skinning ( I have an old gerber that can only be used for skinning) or a hunting/ skinning knife.Skinning a deer is not a big deal since you mostly pull the hide and cut a bit of membrane.A 4-5" blade is probably the most handy. Some of the Doziers would be nice but you also have to tell us a price range.
 
For deer a 3"-4" blade is fine. For elk or moose I would tend to go more towards 4" or a little over. The best mass produced using knife designs in that size I can think of are the Buck Vanguard or Cold Steel Master Hunter. Both have handles that give you a secure grip and a guard to keep you off the blade when you choke up. The Master Hunter is only available with a rubbery plastic material that works well, but might not be maximally appealing as a gift. It is available in either Carbon-V (a premium carbon steel) or AUS-8 stainless. I think the blade length is 4.5". The Vanguard is available with artificial or wood handle material. The blade is 4" long and is made of 420HC alloy stainless. This is maybe a little step down from AUS-8.
 
Dztram
There are so many exceptional knife makers who if given time will make you anything you could want. If you don't want to wait for a knife to be made to your specs try the BF knife exchange or www.bladegallery.com or www.knifeart.com. They can give you a good idea the style that different makers have if you want a custom or you may find something that fits the bill on their site and the wait time will only be the time it take to ship it to you. Grab a Blade mag and take a look. www.robertsoncustomcutlery.com is another good place to look.
Good Luck:)
 
I have only thing to say,please before you buy anything,take a look at "knives of alaska" products!!!
 
iv had one for many moons now and it lives up to any abuse like prying bones and touhg hides its almost purfect...


" IF YOU LADIES LEAVE MY ISLAND, IF YOU SURVIVE RECRUIT TRAINING, YOU WILL BE A WEAPON, YOU WILL BE A MINISTER OF DEATH PRAYING FOR WAR"

FMJ
 
Everyone will recommend Dozier, and you'll probably be very happy with one, but these in D2 steel will give you the same skinning performance (if not better), have better fit and finish, and cost a little less. If you like the Green River knife the #1 Skinner should fit you perfectly.

I used a #1 Drop Point through last year's hunting and trapping seasons and I've never had anything hold an edge as well. The only real drawback is his wait but the knives are more than well worth it.

http://www.geocities.com/porchswings/ is the home page where you can get contact info.
 
I've used a CS Master Hunter w/Carbon V for years on deer and small game. Easy to sharpen, stays sharp a long time, handle doesn't slip when wet, flat grind ( with distal taper ) cuts like crazy, price won't break the bank ( especially if you get a factory second ). It's a great hunting knife for the price. IMHO
 
Ross Seyfried, one of our most respected gun writers, probably hunts 100 times more that the rest of us. In his last article for Guns and Ammo, Dec. 1999 I think, he recommended a 4" or smaller drop point for all hunting: he uses a 3" folder. The CS Master Hunter fits the category, as does the Spyderco Moran drop-point, which is made with the excellent VG-10 stainless steel.

Darrel
 
Yes, I know who Ross is. His writings are very much part of the reason I am so partial to the .45 Colt.
Thank you


Originally posted by Tio
Ross Seyfried, one of our most respected gun writers, probably hunts 100 times more that the rest of us. In his last article for Guns and Ammo, Dec. 1999 I think, he recommended a 4" or smaller drop point for all hunting: he uses a 3" folder. The CS Master Hunter fits the category, as does the Spyderco Moran drop-point, which is made with the excellent VG-10 stainless steel.

Darrel
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Originally posted by Chazzy151
I've used a CS Master Hunter w/Carbon V for years on deer and small game. Easy to sharpen, stays sharp a long time, handle doesn't slip when wet, flat grind ( with distal taper ) cuts like crazy, price won't break the bank ( especially if you get a factory second ). It's a great hunting knife for the price. IMHO
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I agree, but I kind of wanted a more personal knife. One made for ME:)
 
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