Traditional multi-material artistry meets the tight visual depth of pattern-welded metallurgy. The NDY Artisan Series 7.25" Damascus Steel Skinner is a premium fixed blade engineered for wilderness guides, outdoor trackers, and collectors of fine custom cutlery. The hand-forged Damascus steel blade features an agile drop-point skinning profile highlighted by a high-contrast ripple pattern and a clean plunge line. The full-tang handle utilizes a masterfully segmented scale design, pairing jet-black polished bull horn forward bolster sections with rich, warm natural rosewood grips, separated by a crimson structural spacer band. Secured by an ornate red-accented brass mosaic pin, silver alignment hardware, and a brass lanyard tube, this high-balance utility tool delivers incredible precision and control.
🎯 Key Specifications
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Overall Length: 7.25 inches – Compact, highly maneuverable build for ultimate slicing accuracy
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Blade Details: 3.5" | Hand-Forged Multi-Layer Damascus Steel | High-Contrast Ripple Pattern
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Edge Geometry: Precision flat-ground sweeping skinner belly with a defined central plunge line
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Handle Construction: Premium natural rosewood scales paired with polished black bull horn bolsters
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Construction: Heavy-Duty Full Tang (Solid steel backbone running continuously through the handle)
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Hardware: Red-accented brass mosaic center pin, crimson spacer band, silver fixing pins, and brass lanyard tube
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Ergonomics: Deeply contoured index finger recess for maximum stability during detailed tasks
💥 Why This Damascus Wood & Horn Skinner Stands Out
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Agile Slicing Profile: The compact 7.25" overall footprint brings your hand closer to the cutting edge. Combined with the sweeping belly profile, this layout gives you maximum dexterity and leverage for precise, drag-free slicing sweeps.
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Rosewood & Polished Bull Horn Fusion: The handle seamlessly joins two distinct organic materials. The high-polish black bull horn provides a dense, moisture-resistant forward grip, flowing via a vibrant crimson accent band into warm, dark-grained rosewood pommel scales.
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Intricate Red Mosaic Pin: The rosewood section is anchored by an ornate brass mosaic pin packed with delicate geometric rods centered in a striking red resin core, serving as a signature custom hallmark.
📖 Care & Maintenance Guide
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Clean & Dry: Hand-wash your knife immediately after camp or field tasks with warm water and mild dish soap using a soft sponge. Dry both the steel and handle surfaces thoroughly with a towel (never leave it submerged or place it in a dishwasher).
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Protect the Damascus Layers: Damascus steel is forged from high-carbon alloys; to maintain its crisp visual contrast and prevent environmental oxidation, apply a thin pass of food-grade mineral oil or premium blade wax across the blade face before long-term storage.
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Nourish the Wood & Natural Horn: Keep the natural rosewood scales vibrant and prevent the dense bull horn from drying out by occasionally wiping the handle assembly down with a small drop of mineral oil or wood conditioner.