Not sure which knife to choose for hunting so as not to let you down in an extreme situation? Consider 5 things to consider when choosing a reliable hunting knife.
When choosing a knife, hold it in your hand to feel the handle.
Before deciding which hunting knife to choose, decide for what purpose you will use it.
Remember: the hunting machete for carcassing and the general purpose product for hunting are two different models. For each occasion, you will need a knife with a specific blade length and blade curvature.
To choose the right knife, consider 4 points:
- for finishing off the game, a narrow blade similar to a spear is suitable;
- for hunting large ungulates - with a wide, but not long blade;
- for skinning - with a curved blade and, if desired, with a ripping hook;
- for butchering carcasses - with a long blade.
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Knife blade
The best option, proven by more than one generation of hunters, is the fixed blade knife. It is used not only for hunting an animal and cooking, but also for performing work on the arrangement of everyday life at a standstill.
A folding knife, as a rule, is used for hunting in a narrow range of actions. Despite the fact that it is small and comfortable, grease and blood constantly flow into the through handle, and sometimes sand gets in when it falls, so it quickly breaks.
Knife handle
The handle should be comfortable so as not to be injured while hunting. When cutting carcasses, use a machete with a handle made of artificial materials with a notch and guard (protection). It will not slip in a hand stained with grease and blood.
The product with a wooden handle quickly absorbs grease and glides on. Use linseed oil or synthetic oil impregnation to protect yourself and preserve the grip. Make notches with a chisel at the top of the handle in front of the butt and on the sides where the handle touches the palm and fingers. So you definitely won't get hurt. Metal inserts on the handle are not practical, especially in winter in cold weather.
2 parameters of the universal hunting knife
The optimal length of the blade depends on the hunter's own preferences. On average, it should be 10-15 cm so that it is convenient to work with it. When choosing, please note:
- blade thickness - the larger it is, the worse the knife cuts. It will take more effort to cut food. Such a machete stabs more than cuts;
- the versatility of the blade determines the aggressiveness and quality of the cut. They are distinguished by two characteristics:
- butt descent with a thin blade cuts the product effortlessly, leaving an even cut even with thin slices. With a large blade thickness - breaks;
- saber sharpening pierces more than cuts. You need to make a little more effort so that the knife goes into the pulp (for example, a tomato) and begins to cut. At the same time, he mashes the peel.
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Damascus knives
The main requirements for hunting equipment are not an attractive design, like elite knives made of Damascus and damask steel, but the sharpness and thickness of the blade, which affect the quality of the cut.
Products made of damask and damask steel, in contrast to conventional ones, made of stainless steel, contain a high level of carbon, which is prone to corrosion. After cutting an animal or preparing food, they must be wiped dry immediately. Otherwise, such knives will quickly rust and lose their value. It is better not to take elite machetes for hunting. You can simply lose them, and then "bite your elbows."
For your information: hunting knives, unlike tourist knives, are sold only upon presentation of a permit for the right to store and carry weapons and a hunting ticket.
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Now you know how to choose a hunting knife. Share your experience in your comments about what characteristics, in your opinion, should have a good hunting knife.
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