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Top 5 Deer Hunting Knives
The right knife can make field dressing a deer a simple process. Whether you prefer using specialized knives for each step of the process, or want a do it all knife, MidwayUSA has what you need. Here are our picks for the best field dressing knives, along with an overview of some of the knife styles you may need.
Field Dressing
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 between the ribs and the pelvic area. For hunters who prefer to split the chest, a knife with serrations or a bone saw may be preferred for this step. Models like the Knives of Alaska Trekker Whitetail and Buck Knives 191 are great field dressing options.
Skinning and Meat Processing
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. Knives like the Gerber Vital and Havalon Piranta offer hunters a simple and easy skinning process with replaceable blades.
Combination Sets
While there are some knives that can do it all, MidwayUSA offers hunting knife sets to ensure you have what you need. The Outdoor Edge Wild-Guide Set provides hunters with a field dressing knife, skinning knife, and bone saw to help cover the entire process.
Benchmade Hunt Saddle Mountain Skinner Fixed Blade Knife 4.2" Drop Point CPM-S90V Polished Blade G-10 Handle Orange
Intentionally built for the pursuit of a passion, the Benchmade 15002-1 Saddle Mountain Skinner Fixed Blade Knife is a premium hunt fixed-blade designed for big game hunters around the globe. The newly redesigned low-profile sheath creates a reliable housing for convenient storage in your pack. Improvements to the overall geometry, ergonomics, and material, will make the last cut feel just as effortless as the first with the help of Benchmade’s SelectEdge 14-degree angle.
Features
- Richlite/ G10 handle
- Boltaron shealth included
- 14 degree Select Edge
What Customers Are Saying
Absolute Razor terrible sheath
The knife itself is absurdly sharp, feels good in the hand, balanced well. The sheath is utterly worthless as far as attaching it to anything. You will by an aftermarket sheath which is a massive pain considering the cost of the knife.- POH17, 12/23/2023
About Benchmade
Benchmade founder Les deAsis began building handmade custom Bali-Songs in the 1980s. In 1987, the Benchmade Knife Company was founded on the belief that real quality means forever, and on a strong commitment to product quality and customer relationships. Today, Benchmade continues to focus on innovation, customer needs, responsible business ethics, and operations to bring the highest quality products to the world’s elite. Benchmade produces an extensive offering, including folding knives, kitchen knives, hunting knives, tactical knives, knife sharpeners, and multi-tools. Benchmade is known for its most popular models like the Mini Crooked River, 940, and Griptillian. Benchmade stakes its reputation on you carrying the best.
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Buck Knives 685 BuckLite Max II Fixed Blade Knife
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
I would definitely buy again.
Well made and durable like all Bucks.- Steve, 3/24/2021
About Buck Knives
Buck Knives, an iconic name in the realm of American knife manufacturers, boasts a rich heritage dating back to 1902. Founded by Hoyt Buck, the company has been synonymous with craftsmanship, quality, and innovation for over a century. Their core product offering encompasses a diverse range of pocket knives, fixed-blade or folding knives, hunting and skinning knives, tactical blades, and everyday carry knives. Each Buck knife is meticulously crafted, incorporating proprietary heat-treatment processes and state-of-the-art technologies for optimal performance and durability. MidwayUSA offers an extensive line of Buck Knives including the legendary 110 folder, Creek, and 112. With commitment to quality, precision, and attention to detail, Buck Knives continues to uphold its legacy as a purveyor of fine American-made blades, embodying a spirit of craftsmanship and reliability. Buck. Ingenuity runs in the family.
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Cold Steel Master Hunter Fixed Blade Knife 4.5" Drop Point CPM 3-V Stonewashed Blade Kray-Ex Handle Black
The Cold Steel Master Hunt has been updated! The Master Hunter still retains it's classic lines and functional design, but with the integration of some of the finest materials in the industry today. Featuring an extra broad American CPM3-V High Carbon Steel blade honed by hand to a razor sharpness that has to be felt to be believed. The Master Hunters curved cutting edge slices effortlessly through even the toughest hide, while its stout but sharp drop point makes field dressing and skinning a breeze. The spine of the blade is a full 3/16" thick to allow for the necessary strength and stiffness to field dress and skin even the biggest animals. The grip is specially designed to promote long use without fatigue. Made of the shock absorbent Kray-Ex, and featuring our deeply checkered surface, it won't slip no matter how cold, wet or bloody your hands get, and it will give you a positive and secure purchase on your blade even when wearing thick gloves. Plus, Kray-Ex has specially enduring advantages for a hunter, in that it will never rot, shrink, crack, splinter, or mildew, and is completely impervious to even the harshest weather. For safety, the Master Hunter comes in a adaptable and versatile Secure-Ex sheath that will accommodate just about any belt, pack or rig. the perfect companion for a dedicated hunter who deserves the very best - The Master Hunter by Cold Steel.
What Customers Are Saying
Value
I don't think you can find a knife of this quality, materials, and design any where close to this price point. Blade has a great shape with fine point for detail cuts. The 3V is tough and holds an edge longer than many other steels. The handle feels great and fills my hand well.- Matt, 10/13/2018
About Cold Steel
Cold Steel was founded in 1980 by Lynn C. Thompson. Over the last four decades, Cold Steel has been at the forefront of the many innovations that have helped to define the knife industry. Quickly adopted by the Military, Law Enforcement Special units, Emergency Services Personnel, Self Defense professionals, and the Martial Arts community, Cold Steel quickly became renowned for quality, strength, reliability, and dependability in everyday carry (EDC). Cold Steel’s diverse and varied line-up quickly grew to include not only a massive selection of folding knives, fixed blades, daggers, swords, and halberds, but also hunting gear, spears, blowguns, axes, machetes, tomahawks, and tools! Cold Steel’s most popular knives are the SRK, Recon 1, and Espada. Cold Steel continues to bring new levels of strength, safety, and performance to the market, providing products that you can rely on -Anytime, Anywhere!
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Buck Knives 192 Vanguard Fixed Blade Knife 4.25" Drop Point 420HC Satin Blade Wood Handle
This fixed blade knife is an excellent all-around hunting or camp knife. The wide drop point stainless steel blade is shaped for easy skinning and caping, but also easily tackles other chores. The wood handle and brass hardware add to the classic look. Includes a brown leather sheath and the Buck 4-Ever warranty. Blade length: 4-1/4". Overall length: 8-1/2". Weight: 6.3 oz.
What Customers Are Saying
The knife itself is ...
The knife itself is beyond reproach. Outstanding quality, size, balance and ruggedness, all a Buck knife should be.The sheath leaves much to be desired. It is awkward with its wrap-around snap closure. Unsheathing or sheathing the knife is virtually impossible without visual assistance.- Roger, 2/25/2010
About Buck Knives
Buck Knives, an iconic name in the realm of American knife manufacturers, boasts a rich heritage dating back to 1902. Founded by Hoyt Buck, the company has been synonymous with craftsmanship, quality, and innovation for over a century. Their core product offering encompasses a diverse range of pocket knives, fixed-blade or folding knives, hunting and skinning knives, tactical blades, and everyday carry knives. Each Buck knife is meticulously crafted, incorporating proprietary heat-treatment processes and state-of-the-art technologies for optimal performance and durability. MidwayUSA offers an extensive line of Buck Knives including the legendary 110 folder, Creek, and 112. With commitment to quality, precision, and attention to detail, Buck Knives continues to uphold its legacy as a purveyor of fine American-made blades, embodying a spirit of craftsmanship and reliability. Buck. Ingenuity runs in the family.
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Boker Knives Elk Hunter Fixed Blade Knife 4.3" Drop Point 440A Satin Blade Rosewood Handle
The Boker Magnum Elk Hunter impresses with its ideal blade length. Optics and function characterize the shapely Knife with stainless 440A blade. The handle is made of tropical Rosewood, which has a very smooth surface thanks to its fine pores in the processed state. The lanyard hole allows a cord or a lanyard to be attached to the knife. With high quality leather sheath.
What Customers Are Saying
Most definitely would buy again!
Will be buying another for sure and maybe a few for gifts. Very comfortable in my hands and for the price decently sharp, main thing holds and edge pretty well after little effort on the stone! Looks tough to top it off and comes with a decent leather sheath.- Forrest, 11/26/2019
About Boker Knives
Exceptional pocket and fixed blade knives, chef's knives and straight razors, made by hand in our Boker Knife Manufactory in the German City of Blades, Solingen. The purchase of a knife with the tree-brand as a sign of quality is the beginning of a long journey full of adventure. This is underlined by our unconditional quality standards for our knives, which we have stood for - for 150 years - with a lifelong guarantee on our products.
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