{"product_id":"ridgeline-stag-skinner-knife-8-handmade-damascus-steel-with-brass-bolster","title":"Ridgeline Stag Skinner Knife 8\" Handmade Damascus Steel with Brass Bolster","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrop point skinner blades earned their trusted reputation from hunters who needed a strong, controlled tip alongside a curved belly for skinning and detail work. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRidgeline Stag Skinner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e continues that same practical design as every \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStag Skinner Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e we forge today. Synthetic stag handles offer the same textured, natural look as real stag with added consistency and durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished brass bolsters have long been used to reinforce the blade at the handle junction while adding a refined, finished look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want a skinner knife with both strength and precision, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/handmade-skinner-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRidgeline Stag Skinner Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e delivers both. At 8 inches overall, with a 4-inch blade and 4-inch handle, it's sized for controlled skinning work without feeling bulky in hand. As a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRidgeline Hunting Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the drop point curved belly profile gives it both a strong tip and controlled cutting edge. The synthetic stag handle offers a secure, textured grip, while the polished brass bolster adds strength and refined detail. As an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntler Handle Skinner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the full tang construction means the steel runs the entire length of the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRidgeline Stag Skinner Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGame Processing Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is hand forged from genuine Damascus steel with a drop point curved belly profile, giving it both a strong tip and controlled cutting edge for skinning tasks. The polished brass bolster reinforces the connection between blade and handle, adding durability where knives typically wear down first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRidgeline Stag Skinner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e works well as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField Dressing Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for hunting, skinning, and general field dressing tasks. Clean and dry the blade after each use to prevent rust from forming on the Damascus pattern. Store it in the genuine tooled leather sheath when not in use, and keep it away from children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Drop point skinner knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand forged Damascus steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Drop point, curved belly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolster:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Polished brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Synthetic stag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTang Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheath:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Genuine tooled leather, included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is a drop point curved belly blade good for? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt combines a strong, controlled tip with a curved edge, useful for both detail work and precise skinning cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is synthetic stag, and how does it compare to real stag? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt offers the same textured, natural look as real stag but with added consistency and durability, since it isn't subject to natural variation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the polished brass bolster for? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt reinforces the point where the blade meets the handle, adding strength and a refined, finished look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is 8 inches a good size for a skinning game? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, this length offers enough control for detail work around hide and joints while handling larger tasks as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the Ridgeline Stag Skinner good for gifting? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, its refined brass bolster and synthetic stag handle make it a standout gift for hunters and knife collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56034545336612,"sku":"sku-45956161732668","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/8028\/2660\/files\/IMG_1291.webp?v=1787180410","url":"https:\/\/www.mainstreetco.us\/products\/ridgeline-stag-skinner-knife-8-handmade-damascus-steel-with-brass-bolster","provider":"Main Street Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}