Skinning Knives & Gut Hook Knives

Skinning knives at Crownridge Knives are short, curved fixed blades built for separating hide from deer, elk and hogs. Blades run 3 to 7 inches, most close to 4 inches, and most of the collection is pattern-welded Damascus. Each one ships with a char leather belt sheath, from $99.

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The collection

About Skinning Knives & Gut Hook Knives

What blade length is right for deer or elk?

A 3 to 4 inch blade handles deer, while elk calls for closer to 4.5 to 6 inches to open more hide. This collection's blades top out at 7 inches for larger jobs. Gut hook patterns are in the mix too, for opening the belly without puncturing it. See the Damascus hunting knives for a longer field knife to pair with one.

Fixed blade or folding?

Most skinning knives here are full tang fixed blades, built to take the twisting force of separating hide. A folding knife trades that rigidity for pocket carry; see the Damascus folding knives, or gifts for hunters for a present. Read the knife care guide to keep the edge and the leather in shape.

Common questions

What is a skinning knife used for?

A skinning knife separates hide from a deer, elk or hog without cutting into the meat or the gut cavity. The short, curved blade, 3 to 7 inches in this collection, gives close control for that kind of cutting.

What knife works best for skinning deer?

A 3 to 4 inch drop point or curved blade suits deer, giving close control near the joints and belly. This collection's blades run from 3 to 7 inches, most close to 4 inches, for that range of work.

What is a gut hook for?

A gut hook is a small curved notch on the spine of the blade that opens the belly hide from the inside without puncturing the stomach or intestines. It works from the inside out, pulled toward you rather than pushed.

How much does a Damascus skinning knife cost?

Skinning and gut hook knives in this collection run from $99 to $129, with pattern-welded Damascus making up most of the range and a forged carbon steel option costing less.

What is the warranty on a skinning knife?

Every skinning knife carries a Limited Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Returns are open for 30 days from delivery on a knife without engraving, and shipping within the US is free.
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