River Traders Southwest Bird Beak Knife

Click here for more details on River Traders knives, and links to some reviews!The Southwest Bird-Beak has a straight back and good belly which would be excellent for skinning, along with a sharp hook on the pommel, which resembles a bird's beak.  This will help you keep a firm grip on the knife while using it for wet and slippery tasks like butchering and skinning. Below are the detailed measurements of this knife. One important note: for best comfort and grip, the length of your middle finger should be similar to the circumference of the handle. Blade Material: 1095 carbon steel (0.95%) Knife Length: 9 inches (22.9 cm) Blade Length: 4.75 inches (12.1 cm) Blade Width: 1.2 inches (3 cm) Blade Thickness: 0.05 inches (1.3 mm) Knife Weight: 3.3 ounces (94 grams) Handle Length: 4.25 inches (10.8 cm) Pommel: rounded wood w/beak head Handle Circumference: 3 inches (7.6 cm) Handle Material: stained and polished maple Sheathed Weight: 5 ounces (142 grams) Sheathed Length: 9.5 inches (24.1 cm