Top 5 Deer Hunting Knives

The right knife can make field dressing a deer a simple process. When field dressing a medium-sized knife with a gut hook is ideal, this allows you to be sure you don't puncture the stomach when cutting from the ribs to the pelvic area. Once the deer is field dressed and you're on to processing a smaller knife will give you more control to make the smaller cuts. Below we've included knives that fit both categories and some combo packs that will give you everything you need to field dress and process your next deer. You can shop all hunting knives here.
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Knives of Alaska Trekker Whitetail Hunter/Cub Bear Combination Fixed Blade Knife Set D2 Tool Steel Blades SureGrip Handle Black

The legendary Knives of Alaska have been field proven in the most extreme and abusive hunting conditions, and passed with flying colors. Designed by professional guide Charles Allen, Knives of Alaska are expertly designed and feature the ruggedness and durability you need to handle all your hunting and skinning tasks. Holding a Knives of Alaska knife in hand reveals the quality and craftsmanship that professional guides and hunters across the world have come to trust.

The Knives of Alaska Trekker Whitetail Hunter/Cub Bear Fixed Blade Knife Set will cover every task you can think of, and is still a lightweight set. The Whitetail Hunter is classic designed hunting knife that is extremely versatile. The Whitetail Hunter features a deep belly and longer cutting radius on the blade, making if perfect for skinning and slicing, and wide guthook that that will not bind on hide. The double finger choils provide control over the blade, as well as added safety for keeping your hand from sliding onto the blade. The D2 Tool Steel Drop Point blade is Double Drawn Heat Tempered for maximum edge retention. The knife comes hand sharpened from the factory with a special convex edge that easily slice through tough hide. The D2 Tool Steel should be thoroughly cleaned an oiled after each use to prevent corrosion. The SureGrip handle is comfortable and also provides a secure grip even when wet. Includes a high quality leather sheath.

The Knives of Alaska Cub Bear Fixed Blade Knife is perfectly designed for caping your next trophy. The high quality D2 Tool Steel, Double Drawn Heat Tempered blade, holds an edge extremely well. The slim handle and finger choils are designed to give you full control over the fine Clip Point blade, making tedious caping tasks easier. The blade design also works very well as "Bird and Trout" knife for field dressing birds and other small to medium sized game. The Cub Bear features a Black Suregrip handle that is comfortable and slip resistant. When you need good caping knife, pick up a Cub Bear, the choice professional hunters and taxidermist have been using for years. Includes a high quality leather sheath.

 

  • Blade Shape: Whitetail Hunter - Drop Point; Cub Bear - Clip Point
  • Blade length: Whitetail Hunter 3.25", Cub Bear 2.75"
  • Overall Length: Whitetail Hunter 8.25", Cub Bear 6.5"

 

What Customers Are Saying

I would buy this product again

Great steel with a terrific edge, the pair are perfect for whitetail dressing. Both fit the hand nicely and still have a good grip when wet.
- SB, 12/5/2022

About Knives of Alaska

Our promise to you is that our lifetime guaranteed knives are made to exacting quality standards that will ensure satisfaction and pride of ownership. They work for us in the harsh field conditions of bush Alaska-and they will work for you, time after time, year after year-wherever you hunt or fish. -Charles Allen, Master Guide & Owner of Knives of Alaska

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Benchmade Hunt Flyway Fixed Blade Knife

Upland game, waterfowl, and smallspecies fishing require a scalpel-like fixed blade that works for breasting out game birds or gutting trout. The Benchmade Flyway Fixed Blade Knife is the tool for the upland job because there is no excessive amount of blade for game bird processing and this knife is easy to throw into a pack for river or stream trips. A unique blade shape with SelectEdge application, G10 handle boasting dialed-in ergonomics and the dual-colored Boltaron sheath make this a tool, not a toy.

Features

  • Smaller blade for precise cutting
  • Sheath included
  • Durable G10 handle for superior grip

About Benchmade

Since 1987, Benchmade Knife Company has combined precision machining with hand assembled designs, made in our factory in Oregon City, Oregon. Whether it's in the field, forest, or for everyday carry -- Benchmade is committed to performance without compromise, for life.

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Benchmade Hunt 15004 Saddle Mountain Skinner Fixed Blade Knife 4.2" Drop Point with Gut Hook S30V Polished Blade Stabilized Wood Handle

Intentionally built for the pursuit of a passion, the Benchmade 15004 Saddle Mountain Skinner Fixed Blade Knife was designed for big game hunters around the globe. Based off in-field feedback, ergonomics, and blade profile provide increased comfort and control, while the updated sheath design ensures that your knife stays protected mile after mile.

Features

  • Leather sheath included
  • Stabilized wood handle
  • Lanyard hole

About Benchmade

Since 1987, Benchmade Knife Company has combined precision machining with hand assembled designs, made in our factory in Oregon City, Oregon. Whether it's in the field, forest, or for everyday carry -- Benchmade is committed to performance without compromise, for life.

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Buck 685 BuckLite Max II Large Fixed Blade Knife 4" Drop Point 420HC Stainless Steel Blade Dynaflex Rubber Handle

With your choice of a standard drop point blade or guthook, the large BuckLite Max II is a knife for every hunter. The full tang, ergonomic handle is constructed out of Dynaflex rubber for superior grip, performance, and light weight. The drop point blade has been tumbled finished, for a less porous, improved corrosion resistance. Buck’s advanced Edge2x blade technology has been applied to the blade resulting in insane sharpness out of the box. Comes with a heavy-duty, black polyester sheath.  

What Customers Are Saying

Great blade!

Needed a new knife for hunting. This has become a go to spot for me.
- James, 2/1/2022

About Buck Knives

Behind every Buck knife is over 110 years of experience and craftsmanship. We use the very best materials and state-of-the-art technology to create knives that meet the exacting demands you would expect of a high quality knife. We guarantee our knives with our Forever Warranty, because we believe in the integrity of our products.

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Benchmade Hunt 15500-3 MeatCrafter Fixed Blade Knife 6.08" Trailing Point S45VN Satin Blade G-10 Handle Green

The Benchmade Hunt MeatCrafter Fixed Blade Knife makes preparation easier than it’s ever been in stylish yet functional form. Featuring Benchmade’s SelectEdge technology, the cutting experience has just been redefined.

Features

  • Sleek carbon fiber handle
  • Boltaron sheath included
  • Large lanyard hole

About Benchmade

Since 1987, Benchmade Knife Company has combined precision machining with hand assembled designs, made in our factory in Oregon City, Oregon. Whether it's in the field, forest, or for everyday carry -- Benchmade is committed to performance without compromise, for life.

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