{"product_id":"fulltang-hookline-knife-9-handmade-damascus-tanto-gut-hook","title":"Fulltang Hookline Knife 9\" Handmade Damascus Tanto Gut Hook","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining a tanto tip with a gut hook notch isn't standard on most hunting knives, since these two features usually solve different problems, tanto adds tip strength for piercing, while a gut hook opens hide without risking the organs underneath. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFulltang Hookline Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings both into one build, giving this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etanto gut hook knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a functional range most single-purpose blades don't offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 9 inches overall, with a 5-inch blade and 4-inch handle, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/handmade-gut-hook-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFulltang Hookline Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e carries real length for field work. This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus notch blade knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pairs a cream\/ivory resin handle with a hand-engraved feather design, giving the grip visual character alongside the blade's dual functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFulltang Hookline Knife Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tanto tip on this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efeather engraved resin handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e knife adds strength at the point for tasks that would risk chipping a standard tip, while the notch or gut hook detail along the spine handles the specific job of opening hide from underneath. A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epolished bolster hunting knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e finish adds a clean, reflective transition between the resin handle and forged Damascus steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the tanto tip is built for strength rather than fine detail work, save it for tasks that actually need that reinforced point rather than defaulting to it for every cut. This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull tang tanto skinner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e benefits from the gut hook being cleaned of debris after field dressing use, since the notch shape traps material more easily than a plain edge. Dry the Damascus blade fully after any wet-condition use to protect the forged pattern from surface rust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Damascus steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tanto with notch\/gut hook detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cream\/ivory resin with feather engraving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolster:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Polished steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTang Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why combine a tanto tip with a gut hook instead of a standard drop point? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tanto adds strength at the point for tasks that risk chipping a finer tip, while the gut hook handles the specific job of safely opening the hide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the gut hook notch need special cleaning? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, the notch shape traps debris more easily than a plain edge, so cleaning it after field dressing use prevents buildup over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the feather engraving hand done or printed? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's hand engraved directly into the resin handle, giving the detail more depth and permanence than a printed or stamped design would offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: When should I actually use the tanto tip versus the main edge? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReserve the reinforced tip for tasks needing that extra strength, since the main edge handles general cutting more efficiently for everyday tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this knife suited for both hunting and general outdoor use? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, the combination of tanto strength and gut hook function makes it versatile for field dressing as well as general outdoor cutting tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54446068990262,"sku":"sku-45963388780604","price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/1994\/0150\/files\/ED1AEA23-F770-42C0-B95E-1D0D3C029E26.jpg?v=1787408874","url":"https:\/\/livemoreoutside.com\/products\/fulltang-hookline-knife-9-handmade-damascus-tanto-gut-hook","provider":"Live More Outside","version":"1.0","type":"link"}