Winkler Blue Ridge Hunter - Maple Handle

Daniel Winkler, the designer of Winkler Knives, is one of the most dedicated and talented makers of elite, military-grade knives with an emphasis on special ops and outdoorsmen. Navy SEALs and other specialized military personnel trust Winkler's American-made knives to meet their needs on dangerous missions. The Winkler Blue Ridge Hunter Knife with a maple handle and a Caswell-finished blade is an exceptional fixed-blade knife from Winkler's collection. The Blue Ridge is a smaller version of the popular Belt Knife, designed for easier use and transport.

At an impressive 8.25-inch total length with a 4-inch blade, and weighing in at 5.5 ounces, the Winkler Blue Ridge Hunter is perfectly balanced and feels great in your hand. Made with only the highest quality materials, this Winkler knife features an 80CRV2 Carbon Steel blade with a black Caswell finish. The Caswell adds rust resistance to the carbon steel blade and makes the steel non-reflective, which is vital when concealment is important. Using 80CRV2 high carbon steel gives the blade elite flexibility, toughness and edge retention at a significantly lower price point than alloy steel.

This Winkler outdoor knife has premium curly maple handle scales with a full tang construction. Stabilized maple wood knife handles are durable and offer an aesthetic beauty many knife enthusiasts prefer. In addition, the Winkler Blue Ridge Hunter also includes an attractive custom-made brown leather sheath that hooks to your belt, a filed thumb rest on the blade spine for a secure grip, a lanyard hole in the handle for hanging or carry,ing and an integral guard. These features improve the overall safety, comfort, and functionality for the user.

The Winkler Blue Ridge Hunting Knife is an essential companion for the avid hunter, outdoorsman or members of the military. As with all of his warrior-inspired knives and axes, it exemplifies the authentic craftsmanship and custom functional design that Winkler Knives are known for. We are proud to be an authorized Winkler knife dealer and we offer free shipping with a satisfaction guarantee on this Winkler hunting knife.