{"product_id":"damascus-skinner-knife-walnut-handle-brass-star-rivet","title":"Damascus Steel Skinner Knife — Walnut Handle, Brass Star Rivet \u0026 Leather Sheath","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDamascus Steel Skinner with a Handle Worth Holding.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis handmade Damascus steel skinner knife is built around a drop-point blade forged from layered Damascus steel — multiple alloys folded and welded under heat and hammer until the layers create a swirling wave pattern unique to every blade. The dark walnut handle scales are shaped with a finger groove contour that locks the hand in a natural, secure grip position. Brass dot rivets secure the handle scales to the full tang, and a decorative brass star medallion rivet adds a distinctive collector detail to the handle. The dark brown leather sheath features three horizontal belt loop slots and copper brass snap rivets for secure carry in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\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 Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Forged Damascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrop-Point Skinner Fixed Blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwirling Wave Layered Damascus Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark Walnut Wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Feature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinger Groove Contour + Brass Star Medallion Rivet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass Dot Rivets + Decorative Brass Star Medallion Rivet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark Brown Leather with 3 Belt Loop Slots \u0026amp; Copper Brass Snap Rivets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHunting \u0026amp; Field Dressing | Skinning \u0026amp; Game Processing | Outdoor \u0026amp; Camp Use | Knife Collecting | Gift for Him | Christmas Gift | Birthday Gift | Display \u0026amp; Wall Mounting | Ranch \u0026amp; Farm Use\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand forged Damascus steel drop-point skinner blade with swirling wave pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark walnut handle with finger groove contour for secure natural grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative brass star medallion rivet — unique collector detail on handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass dot rivets securing handle scales to full tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction for maximum strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark brown leather sheath with 3 belt loop slots and copper brass snap rivets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Damascus Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is hand forged from layered Damascus steel — multiple alloys folded and welded under heat and hammer until the layers create a swirling wave pattern unique to every blade. The drop-point skinner profile gives the blade a wide belly for field dressing and skinning, with a controlled tip that reduces the risk of puncturing organs during field dressing. No two Damascus blades are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dark walnut handle scales are shaped with a finger groove contour — a curved indent that positions the index finger naturally and locks the hand in a secure grip during field use. The warm brown walnut grain is smooth and sealed. Brass dot rivets secure the handle scales to the full tang. The decorative brass star medallion rivet is set into the handle as a collector detail — a small but distinctive feature that sets this knife apart from standard field knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Sheath\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dark brown leather sheath is shaped to fit the drop-point skinner blade securely. Three horizontal belt loop slots allow the sheath to be mounted in multiple carry positions. Copper brass snap rivets secure the sheath straps. A practical, well-built sheath for a working field knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKnife Care Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the blade immediately after any moisture contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply mineral oil to the Damascus blade regularly to maintain the pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the walnut handle with a soft dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition the leather sheath with leather conditioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry, ventilated space with the sheath on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen with a whetstone along the edge bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Handmade Knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003eHunting Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Hand forged fixed blade hunting knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/skinner-knives\"\u003eSkinner Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handmade skinner knives collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003eBowie Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Premium handmade Bowie knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/cowboy-knives\"\u003eCowboy Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handcrafted cowboy style fixed blade knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the finger groove on the handle for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The finger groove is a curved contour shaped into the handle that positions the index finger naturally when gripping the knife. It locks the hand in a secure, comfortable grip position during field dressing and skinning work — reducing hand fatigue and improving control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the brass star medallion rivet on the handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The brass star medallion rivet is a decorative hardware detail set into the handle scales. It adds a distinctive collector aesthetic to the knife while complementing the brass dot rivets and the warm walnut grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Every knife includes a dark brown leather sheath with three horizontal belt loop slots and copper brass snap rivets for secure field carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis knife is intended for adults 18 years of age or older. The buyer is solely responsible for compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding the purchase, ownership, and carry of knives.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HS Knives Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55103308562751,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/2309\/6127\/files\/outdoor_364c7ef9-4748-49fc-b956-e16914712075.png?v=1786672324","url":"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/products\/damascus-skinner-knife-walnut-handle-brass-star-rivet","provider":"HS Knives Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}