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5” Hand-Forged Utility & Backcountry Knife, 80CrV2

5” Hand-Forged Utility & Backcountry Knife, 80CrV2

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USE: Backcountry hunting, bushcraft, survival, camp

Designed for versatility — equally at home as a hunting knife, backcountry companion, and a capable bushcraft or survival blade for heavier camp tasks. 

This knife comes standard with a right-hand carry sheath. Left-hand sheath available upon request, please email Ry Smith directly or contact me via the contact form.

 

❄️ One of a kind, all knives are unique, I don't do production runs. If you have a knife in mind and don't see it ready to ship, start your made-to-order custom knife here.

 

🇺🇸 100% USA-Made by Hand
The steel is sourced from the United States, forged, and finished by hand in my backyard shop. The handle wood is sourced from small, family-run businesses in AZ, MT (women-owned), and WI, and I make the leather sheaths by hand, custom fit to each knife — including dying and treating the untanned leather. In a world full of machine-made, perfectly sterile tools, I aim to make something with character and integrity you can feel, perfectly balanced, in your hand. Read more 👉 about me.

 

 

  • 5" blade, 9" total length
  • 80CrV2 high-carbon steel
  • Sapele wood handle
  • Custom leather sheath
  • Hand-forged in Oregon
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Materials & Construction

80CrV2 high-carbon steel blade is exceptionally tough with durable edge retention. Fine-grained and easy to sharpen, the blade is ideal for heavy-duty outdoor use.

Sapele wood handle is stabilized with resin for a harder, more durable, and moisture resistant material. Pure copper pins and green G10 liners complete the handle construction, adding strength and subtle contrast and a comfortable, secure grip.

Custom 8oz full-grain leather sheath is hand-stitched and reinforced with copper rivets for a perfect fit. The rich, coffee-based dye adds a warm, natural tone. Treated with a blend of pine tar and beeswax for a waterproof, durable finish.

This knife comes standard with a right-hand carry sheath. Left-hand sheath available upon request, please email Ry Smith directly or contact me via the contact form.

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Brute de Forge finish, French for "rough from the forge", the textured area of the blade, near the spine, is a natural oxide layer on the steel formed during hand-forging and heat treatment. It preserves the character of each hammer strike, creating a unique surface pattern that contrasts beautifully with the knife’s polished edge and bevel.

Hidden tang construction hides the blade in the continuous wooden handle for an organic, comfortable hand feel and an attention to detail that rewards close inspection while remaining understated and functional.

Specs

Blade Length: 6" | 15cm
Total Length: 10" | 25cm
Weight: 6oz
Weight with Sheath: 10oz
Spine Width: 3.6mm
Construction: Full tang, fixed blade
Blade: 80CRv2 high-carbon steel
Handle: Stabilized Sapele wood
Liner: Green G10
Pins: Pure copper
Sheath: 8oz full-grain leather
Sheath Treatment: Coffee dyed, pine tar & beeswax finish

All knives are 100% hand-made without the use of machines, so all measurements are approximate.

Care Info

High-carbon steel offers incredible sharpness and character, but it requires a little extra care. Treat your knife like a cast-iron skillet: use it often, keep it clean and dry, and it will reward you for a lifetime.

Important key tip — Always wipe and dry your knife frequently while cooking to maintain your knife's longevity and performance.

Basic High Carbon Steel Knife Care

  • Always keep your knife blade dry and clean.
  • Keep the wooden handle dry to prevent cracking or splitting.
  • Wash with warm soapy water - no abrasive sponges or pads.
  • Regularly maintain the edge with a leather strop or honing rod (steel or ceramic) to keep it sharp.

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    Knife Care Guide

    Cleaning & Storage Hand wash only — never put your knife in the dishwasher or leave it soaking  Wash with warm soapy water — no abrasive sponges or pads Always...

    Knife Care Guide

    Cleaning & Storage Hand wash only — never put your knife in the dishwasher or leave it soaking  Wash with warm soapy water — no abrasive sponges or pads Always...

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    About the Maker

    I’ve always been drawn to stories where someone receives a blade made just for them — a special weapon with its own history or meaning. That’s how I want my...

    About the Maker

    I’ve always been drawn to stories where someone receives a blade made just for them — a special weapon with its own history or meaning. That’s how I want my...

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