{"product_id":"timberline-drop-point-knife","title":"Timberline Drop Point Knife 9\" Handmade Carbon Steel with Jimped Spine","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJimping cut along a blade's spine isn't a modern addition, smiths have grooved thumb rests into knife backs for generations, giving users a tactile reference point that lets you feel exactly where your thumb sits without looking down mid-task. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimberline Drop Point Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e keeps that traditional detail, giving this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edrop point hunting knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a control feature purely dedicated to thumb positioning.\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\u003cspan\u003eTimberline Drop Point Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e favors handle length, pairing naturally with the jimping detail for extended-grip control. This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehand-forged field knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e features natural stag horn secured with silver pins, keeping the handle material simple and traditional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimberline Drop Point Knife Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe drop point profile on this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull tang outdoor knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers a strong, controlled tip suited to both detail work and general field tasks. Jimping runs along the spine, and this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/handmade-skinner-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehandmade skinning blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e feature gives your thumb a secure, textured reference point during precision cuts where a smooth spine would offer no tactile feedback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe jimping works best when you actively press your thumb into it during controlled, forward-pressure cuts, it's not doing anything for you if your grip stays purely wrapped around the handle. This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eversatile hunting knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e needs the carbon steel blade dried thoroughly after any wet-condition use, since it lacks stainless steel's built-in corrosion resistance. The natural stag horn handle benefits from dry-cloth cleaning rather than submersion in water.\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 Carbon 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Jimping along spine for thumb grip\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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silver pins\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 jimping actually do for grip control? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt gives your thumb a tactile reference point along the spine, letting you feel exactly where your thumb sits without looking down during a cut.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need to actively use the jimping, or does it work automatically? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou need to actively press your thumb into it during controlled cuts, it doesn't add benefit if your grip stays fully wrapped around the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is natural stag horn a durable handle material? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, stag horn holds up well to regular field use while offering natural texture that varies slightly between individual pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does carbon steel need more care than stainless? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt lacks the chromium content that gives stainless its corrosion resistance, so it rusts faster if left damp after use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is 9 inches a practical size for general hunting tasks? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, this length offers enough control for detail work while remaining manageable for broader field and hunting tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45979251671100,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/0420\/6652\/files\/72E2F0D9-6D51-4A08-B4E0-7D7C24BFEDE1.jpg?v=1786414094","url":"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/products\/timberline-drop-point-knife","provider":"JW SteelCrafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}