Handmade D2 Steel Clip Point Hunting Knife

Ten Inches of Polished D2 | Built for the Field | Built to Last

This handcrafted clip point hunting knife sits at the upper end of fixed blade performance, a 10 inch D2 tool steel blade with a pronounced fuller, polished to a satin mirror finish, paired with a deep-grained polished rosewood handle. It is a knife that rewards a second look and then a third.

It sits perfectly between compact hunting knife and serious field blade long enough for demanding outdoor tasks, balanced enough for precise work.

The Blade — Clip Point with Fuller
The clip point is among the most versatile and widely trusted blade shapes in the history of hunting knives. The characteristic concave curve cut into the spine creates a refined, controllable tip with outstanding piercing capability, while the full length of the primary cutting edge delivers powerful, clean slicing from heel to tip.

A single fuller groove runs along the flat of the blade — reducing overall blade weight without compromising structural strength, improving flex characteristics, and adding a bold visual accent that distinguishes this knife immediately from a plain flat-ground blade.

At 10 inches this clip point delivers:

• Exceptional reach for field dressing and skinning large game
• A fine, sharp tip for precision detail work and piercing
• Full cutting edge length for powerful slicing tasks
• A mirror satin finish that showcases the quality of the D2 grind

The Steel — D2 Tool Grade
D2 occupies a unique position among knife steels combining the wear resistance of a true tool steel with chromium levels that provide meaningful corrosion protection. At approximately 1.5% carbon and 11–13% chromium, it delivers performance that justifies its reputation among serious knife makers and users worldwide.

Brought to 58–60 HRC hardness through precise heat treatment, this blade offers:

• Extended sharpness retention through sustained field use
• Strong resistance to edge wear when processing game or cutting tough materials
• Reliable toughness that handles real outdoor demands without chipping
• Better rust resistance than conventional carbon steels with minimal upkeep required

A quick wipe down and occasional light oiling is all this blade needs to perform for decades.

Full Tang — Strength Through and Through
The blade steel extends the complete length of this knife — from the clip point tip through the integral finger guard and every inch of the polished rosewood handle. A single unbroken piece of D2 tool steel. On a 10 inch blade designed for demanding outdoor work, this is the only acceptable construction.

The Handle — Polished Rosewood
The handle on this knife is crafted from polished rosewood — one of the most prized natural materials in fine knife making. The polishing process brings out the full depth of the wood's natural grain, revealing warm amber, mahogany, and dark espresso tones that shift in different light.

Dense and naturally oily, polished rosewood requires no additional sealing or treatment. It resists moisture, temperature changes, and hard use without cracking or deteriorating. Steel pins secure the handle scales firmly to the full tang, and the integral steel finger guard protects the hand during demanding cutting tasks.

The polished surface gives this knife a refined, finished quality that makes it as appropriate on a collector's display as in an outdoor kit.

Perfect For
Hunting and field dressing, game processing, camping, bushcraft, outdoor survival, and serious knife collecting. An exceptional gift for hunters, outdoor adventurers, and collectors who want a large, capable fixed blade with genuine handmade quality and natural material beauty.