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8 inch Damascus steel skinning knife with gut hook, two-tone Dollar wood handle, leather sheath

Damascus Depot

Damascus Depot 8" Skinning Knife 4" Gut Hook 200-Layer Damascus Steel Dollar Wood Scale Leather Sheath

SKU CH-495R-Q1CT9

Hand-forged 200-layer Damascus steel skinning knife with a 4-inch gut hook blade hardened to 56-58 HRC, full-tang construction, Dollar wood scales, and a thick leather belt sheath

  • Knife sheathIncluded
  • Product typePocket Knives
  • Main materialDamascus Steel
  • Full-tang construction gives strength for field dressing
  • 200-layer Damascus steel delivers a hard, wear-resistant edge
  • Gut hook speeds clean opening of game without puncturing organs
  • 56–58 HRC hardness holds a keen edge through heavy use
  • Thick leather sheath with belt loop keeps the knife secure and ready

Blade Length and Purpose

This hunting knife has an eight inch overall length with a four inch full tang gut hook blade designed for skinning game. The full tang construction adds strength for heavy field work. It suits hunters and outdoors people who need a dedicated skinning tool with a gut hook.

Layer Count and Edge Holding

The blade is forged from two hundred layers of 1095 and 15N20 high and low carbon steel twisted into a Damascus pattern and hardened to 56 to 58 HRC. That hardness gives good edge retention for processing an animal, though the high carbon content means the steel will rust if not dried and oiled after each use.

Sheath Carry and Maintenance

A thick cow leather sheath with a belt loop is included for hip carry during a hunt. Leather absorbs moisture so the knife must not be stored in the sheath long term. Clean the blade after use, apply a light coat of oil or wax, and keep it in a dry place to prevent corrosion.

How it compares

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Price $27.99
Cheaper than about 76% of the 256 comparable items (median $43.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDamascus Depot
Product typePocket Knives
Size & build
Main materialDamascus Steel
In the box
Knife sheathIncluded

Questions about this item

Will the 4 mm thick Damascus blade hold up when paired with my older carbon-steel field knives?

The blade is forged from 200 layers of 1095 and 15N20 steel hardened to 56–58 HRC, so its edge retention and toughness match or exceed traditional high-carbon knives you may already carry.

How can I verify the gut hook and full-tang construction are performing correctly after first use?

Check that the gut hook cleanly opens game without snagging and that the handle scales show no flex — full-tang design and 4 mm blade thickness should give solid, vibration-free feedback.

Does the package include the leather sheath and is any extra oil or sharpening stone required?

A thick cow-leather sheath with belt loop is included; you will need to supply your own oil or wax for routine maintenance and a stone or strop for touch-ups.

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