Introducing the Tracker — not just a tool, but an extension of a true outdoorsman. Crafted for multifunctionality, each segment of this 17-inch full-tang blade is tailored to execute a task with precision: a deep-bellied cutting edge, a sawback spine, and a curved gut hook at the pommel. From skinning and slicing to sawing and scraping — wood, bone, hide, or antler — the Tracker has you covered, and its blackened steel and stag horn handle make it every bit as commanding on display as it is in the field.
Features
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Versatility at its Best: Three working segments in one continuous blade — a sweeping main edge for cutting and skinning, sawback teeth for rough work, and a gut hook for field dressing. One knife, a full camp's worth of jobs.
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Skinning Perfection: The wide, curved belly is classic skinner geometry — it keeps a long stretch of edge in contact with the hide, so every stroke does more cutting with less wrist. The recurve behind the belly adds draw-cutting power, and the fine point handles precise work.
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Gut Hook Talon: At the pommel, the blade sweeps into a curved gut hook. Hooked under the hide, it opens a clean, zipper-like cut while its blunt outer curve protects everything beneath — no nicked meat, no punctures. Placing the hook at the pommel instead of the spine keeps the main cutting edge full-length and uninterrupted.
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Sawback Spine: A run of aggressive teeth along the spine handles the rough work — notching, scraping, and sawing cuts that no fine edge should be asked to do — and gives the knife its unmistakable silhouette.
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Premium Construction: Forged from 1095 high-carbon steel — 0.95% carbon, prized for hardness and edge retention — with a blackened finish and a full-tang build: blade, guard, and gut hook sculpted from one continuous piece of steel. There is no joint to loosen, ever. The edge ships sharpened.
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Ergonomic Handle: Genuine stag horn set between blackened steel bolsters with brass spacers. Antler is the hunter's classic grip for good reason — tough, warm in the hand, and sure even when wet. As a natural material, no two stag handles are ever alike.
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Safety & Maintenance: Like all our knives, this is a high-quality tool designed for hunting or display, and not as a weapon. A durable genuine leather sheath is included for protection.
Blade Specifications
- Material: 1095 high-carbon steel (0.95% carbon content)
- Finish: Blackened, with bright edge bevel
- Rockwell hardness: 56–58 HRC
- Edge: Sharpened, with functional sawback teeth and gut hook
- Blade style: Recurve skinner with deep belly
- Construction: Full tang — one continuous piece of steel
Knife Details
- Handle: Stag horn with steel bolsters and brass spacers
- Overall length: 17"
- Sheath: Genuine leather
Because 1095 is high-carbon steel, wipe the blade clean after use, keep it dry, and apply a light coat of mineral oil before storage — including inside the teeth and hook, where moisture hides. Store the knife outside its leather sheath long-term, as leather retains moisture.
Explore more hand-forged designs in our knife collection, including our Damascus hunting Bowie with a similar stag-and-brass handle treatment.
Experience the blend of craftsmanship and utility with the Tracker Knife — your unmatched ally in the field, and the first knife anyone reaches for on the wall.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a tracker knife?
A tracker knife is a multi-use fixed blade that builds several tools into one piece of steel — typically a main cutting edge, a sawing section, and specialized working areas — so one knife can handle a full range of camp and field tasks. This design follows that tradition with a skinning belly, sawback spine, and pommel gut hook in a single full-tang blade.
What is the gut hook for?
A gut hook is a field-dressing tool: hooked under the hide, it opens a long cut with a zipper-like pull while the dull outer curve rides against what's underneath, protecting it from the blade tip. On this knife the hook sits at the pommel rather than on the spine, keeping the main cutting edge uninterrupted.
What makes a good skinning knife shape?
A wide, curved belly. Skinning is long, sweeping work, and a deep belly keeps more edge on the hide through each stroke. This blade carries classic skinner geometry — belly, recurve, and fine point — scaled up to a 17-inch statement piece.
Is this knife sharpened?
Yes — the main edge ships sharpened, and the sawback teeth and gut hook are functional. Handle it accordingly and use the included leather sheath for transport and storage.
How do I sharpen the gut hook and sawback teeth?
The main edge sharpens like any high-carbon blade, following the recurve on a stone or rod. The gut hook takes a small round file or tapered ceramic rod worked along its inside curve, and the spine teeth rarely need more than an occasional touch-up with the same file.
Is stag horn durable?
Very. Antler is dense, shock-resistant natural material hunters have trusted for centuries. Keep it out of long soaks, and it will only improve with age, developing a warm amber tone.
Is 1095 steel stainless?
No — 1095 is high-carbon steel, valued for hardness and edge retention but quick to rust if left wet. The blackened finish helps protect the flats, but the knife still wants a wipe-down and a light coat of oil after handling.
