{"product_id":"d2-steel-bowie-knife-mirror-polish-stag-antler-brown-sheath","title":"D2 Steel Bowie Knife – Mirror Polish, Stag Antler Handle \u0026 Brown Leather Sheath","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhere Steel Meets Antler\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePick this knife up and the first thing you notice is the weight — solid, forward-balanced, purposeful. The blade is D2 tool steel, ground to a mirror finish that catches light from across the room. The stag antler handle is rough where your fingers wrap it and smooth where your palm rests. The brass guard with its lanyard ring sits between them like a full stop at the end of a sentence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not a production knife. It was made by hand, one piece at a time, and it shows in every detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD2 Tool Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Polished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBowie — Clip Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 9 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 14 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Stag Antler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass Guard with Lanyard Ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHidden Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58–60 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark Brown Hand-Stitched Leather Sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 380g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade, Brand New\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eD2 Tool Steel — The Working Man's Premium\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eD2 sits in a category of its own. It is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel originally developed for industrial cutting dies — tools that need to stay sharp under sustained mechanical stress. When that same steel is ground into a knife blade and mirror polished, you get an edge that holds longer than most stainless steels and a surface that resists corrosion better than most carbon steels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 58–60 HRC, the blade is hard enough to hold a working edge through field use, camp tasks, and everything in between. The clip point profile gives the tip precision for detail work while the long belly handles heavier cutting tasks without effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStag Antler — No Two the Same\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStag antler has been used as a knife handle material for centuries, and for good reason. The outer cortex is naturally porous and textured — it grips in wet hands without any machining or texturing. The color ranges from pale cream at the base to deep chocolate brown toward the crown, with natural variation that makes every handle completely unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brass guard with its integrated lanyard ring adds both function and character. The ring allows the knife to be secured to a pack or belt loop when working in rough terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Sheath\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dark brown leather sheath is hand-stitched with contrasting thread and fitted with a snap closure. It protects the blade during carry and keeps the knife accessible when you need it. The leather will develop a patina with use — it gets better the more you carry it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKnife vs. The Rest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThis Knife\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactory Bowie\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD2 Tool Steel — mirror finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e420 or 440 stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Stag Antler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRubber or synthetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass with lanyard ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel or none\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHidden Tang — handmade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial tang, factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-stitched leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNylon or plain leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHunters\u003c\/strong\u003e — long clip point blade handles field dressing, skinning, and camp prep with equal ease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors\u003c\/strong\u003e — mirror polished D2 and stag antler is a combination worth displaying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e — brass lanyard ring and leather sheath built for serious carry in rough terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift buyers\u003c\/strong\u003e — a handmade D2 Bowie with stag antler handle is the kind of gift that gets kept for decades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the blade dry after use — D2 can spot if left wet despite its chromium content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain the mirror finish with a light coat of mineral oil applied with a soft cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the brass guard clean and dry to prevent tarnishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResharpen on a fine whetstone or leather strop to preserve the mirror edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does D2 compare to Damascus steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eD2 is a tool steel prized for edge retention and wear resistance. Damascus is valued for its visual pattern and layered construction. D2 holds an edge longer in hard use; Damascus offers more visual character. Both are premium choices — different priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the lanyard ring on the brass guard for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lanyard ring allows you to attach a cord or lanyard to the knife, securing it to your wrist, pack, or belt loop during active outdoor use. It also adds a classic Bowie aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the stag antler handle comfortable for extended use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The natural texture of stag antler provides grip without being abrasive. The shape is contoured to sit naturally in the hand during extended cutting tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the knife come sharp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Every knife is sharpened before shipping and arrives ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the leather sheath fit on a standard belt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The sheath has a standard belt loop that fits most belts up to 2 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eD2 steel. Stag antler. Brass guard. Mirror finish. A Bowie knife that earns its place on your belt. \u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/d2-steel-bowie-knife-handmade-stag-handle-hunting-camping-knife-hs-391\"\u003eD2 Steel Bowie Knife — Stag Handle | HS-391\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/handmade-bowie-knife-stag-horn-handle-with-leather-sheath\"\u003eHandmade Bowie Knife — Stag Horn Handle \u0026amp; Leather Sheath\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hs-344-custom-handmade-damascus-hunting-bowie-knife-with-stag-horn-handle\"\u003eDamascus Bowie Knife — Stag Horn Handle | HS-344\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/d2-steel-bowie-knife-stag-antler-handle-brass-guard\"\u003eD2 Bowie Knife — Stag Antler Handle, Hidden Tang \u0026amp; Brass Guard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eThis knife is intended for adult use only. 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