The Saddle Skinner Knife Kit is a purpose-built trailing point knife project designed for makers who want a dependable field knife with excellent slicing control, refined geometry, and the satisfaction of building a custom piece from premium American-made materials. Compact, efficient, and field-ready in design, the Saddle Skinner is optimized for hunting, skinning, and precision cutting tasks where control and clean performance matter most.
Built on a classic trailing point profile, the Saddle Skinner excels at smooth slicing motion and detailed work. Its balanced proportions make it an ideal choice for field dressing game, camp utility tasks, or adding a custom-built blade to your everyday outdoor kit. The hollow-ground blade geometry enhances cutting efficiency while maintaining strength through a durable full tang construction.
Each blade is crafted in the USA from high-performance carbon steel Damascus forged into a 416-layer billet. The steel is folded five times using a proven multi-alloy composition, producing a striking layered pattern along with reliable edge retention and toughness. Heat treated to 56–58 RC, the Saddle Skinner delivers a strong working edge that performs in real-world outdoor conditions while still being serviceable for sharpening in the field.
Every kit includes a heat-treated Damascus blade blank and stainless steel pinstock for handle construction. Builders can choose a simple blade-and-hardware setup or select a combo kit that includes premium hardwood handle scales for a more complete build experience. With multiple tang holes for secure handle attachment, the Saddle Skinner offers flexibility for both traditional and custom handle construction methods.
Whether you are building a dedicated hunting knife, a compact skinning tool, or a handcrafted gift piece, the Saddle Skinner provides a rewarding project platform with professional-grade results.
KK Swatch Size
large
filter:Steel Type
Damascus,High Carbon
filter:Tang Type
Full Tang
filter:Guard Option
No Guard
Blade Length:
3.50 Inches
Overall Length:
7.25 Inches
Blade Width:
0.875 Inches
Blade Thickness:
0.130 Inches
Blade Grind:
Double-Sided, Hollow-Ground
High Carbon Finish:
Satin
Damascus Finish:
Damascus Pattern Finish
High Carbon Steel Type:
1075 High Carbon Steel
Damascus Steel Type:
Carbon Steel Damascus
Heat Treated:
Yes
High Carbon Hardness:
59 - 61 RC
Damascus Hardness:
56 - 58 RC
Damascus Layers:
416 Layers, folded 5 times
Damascus Composition:
3 Layers 52100, 4 Layers 5160, 3 Layers 203E, 3 Layers 15N20
Tang Type:
Full Tang
Tang Holes:
Two at 0.156 inches
Pinstock Included:
Yes (Stainless Steel)
Handle Material:
Select from Options Above
Country of Origin:
USA
filter:Blade Length
3.00in - 6.00in
filter:Overall Length
6.00in - 9.00in
