{"product_id":"frontier-stag-damascus-hunting-knife","title":"Frontier Stag Damascus Hunting Knife 9\" Cross-Hatch Stag Horn","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA cross-hatch texture cut into natural horn isn't just decorative, it's a way of adding intentional grip to a material that's already textured on its own, giving hunters a handle that stays secure even when hands are wet or bloody mid-task. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrontier Stag Damascus Hunting Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e carries that same practical detail forward, built as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estag horn skinner knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed for real field conditions rather than a shelf.\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 4-inch blade and 5-inch handle, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/custom-handmade-hunting-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrontier Stag Damascus Hunting Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e leans toward a longer handle relative to blade length, giving you more leverage during detail cuts. This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus drop point blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pairs the natural stag texture with a polished steel bolster for contrast between raw material and finished metal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrontier Stag Damascus Hunting Knife Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe drop point skinner profile on this knife handles both controlled skinning cuts and general field tasks without switching tools. A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elanyard hole hunting knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e detail sits at the base of the handle, letting you secure the knife to your wrist during work near water or steep terrain where a dropped blade means real trouble. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epolished bolster skinner knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e design adds a clean, reflective transition point between horn and steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRun cordage through the lanyard hole before working near water, riverbanks, or elevated positions, it's there specifically for situations where losing grip has real consequences. The cross-hatch texture on this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecross-hatch handle hunting knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grips best when dry, so wipe excess moisture off your hands when possible rather than relying on the texture alone in heavy wet conditions. Dry the Damascus blade fully after use to prevent surface rust from forming along the pattern.\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 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\u003eHandle 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\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 Drop point\/skinner\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 Natural stag horn with cross-hatch texture\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\u003eAdditional Feature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lanyard hole at handle base\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: What does the cross-hatch texture actually do for grip? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt adds intentional traction to the horn's natural surface, helping the handle stay secure even when hands are wet or bloody.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: When would I actually use the lanyard hole? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's most useful near water, on steep terrain, or any situation where dropping the knife would be a real problem, not just inconvenient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why is the bolster polished instead of matte finished? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe polish creates a deliberate visual contrast against the textured, natural stag horn handle material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is 5 inches a long handle for a 4-inch blade? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, this ratio favors leverage and control during detail cuts over raw blade reach, which suits precision skinning work well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the cross-hatch texture wear down with heavy use? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt holds up well over time, though like any natural material, stag horn develops character with age rather than staying perfectly uniform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45963379277884,"sku":null,"price":254.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/0420\/6652\/files\/226BD5E0-ED80-48F0-A8E4-1D3A1BCE8205.jpg?v=1786309211","url":"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/products\/frontier-stag-damascus-hunting-knife","provider":"JW SteelCrafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}