Wood carving with a Kershaw Skyline?

[a Trexler Ranger]

So I know the Skyline is loved for the weight and ability's in EDC tasks. I was wondering if anyone uses theirs to cut wood. Basically just making feathersticks for a fire and the occasional notch. Thanks!

 

[marcinek]

I don't see why you couldn't use it (or any "small" knife) for that.

 

[Insipid Moniker]

It wouldn't be among my first choices to do that kind of work as I find the handle a bit small and cramped, but I can't imagine it wouldn't be up to it.

 

[Hickory n steel]

If a a 3-1/4" closed stockman is such a popular choice for whittling, then I don't see why the scyline wouldn't be able to.

 

[Shotgun]

Not sure about the skyline but for feathers I've noticed that the things that have the most adverse effect would be an edge that's too thick and a handle that's uncomfortable. Otherwise any knife works, really. Just make sure it's sharp but if you're on BF I probably don't have to mention that.

 

[Hackenslash]

I love the Skyline but it is a light duty knife. There is only a liner on one side. This helps the knife be so thin and light. I'd be a little worried about the handle flexing when making feather sticks and the liner lock slipping, but if you treat any locking knife like a slip joint, you should be good.

 

[redman2006]

I 7sed mine for light camp chore for years. Cuts great. The thin handle is not really comfortable for long use on heavier chores.

Btw, it can not draw a spark off the spine for beans with a firesteel.

 

[Neko2]

Pretty much any knife should be able to make feather sticks and pointy ends and notches.