Best Hunting Knives

With a century experience behind, Buck Knives knows exactly how to make a high-quality knife. 119 Special knife is a product the company is extremely proud of. It was designed and manufactured to become a standard for the competitors to align to. And it is truly so! This superior fixed-blade knife from a legendary American manufacturer will astonish you with its reliability and durability. The blade is made of 420 HC steel to stay razor-sharp and ensure high performance for years. Though competent experts constantly argue what steel grade is better and cannot reach a common ground, it is precisely known that owing to a unique steel hardening method, you will be impressed with cutting characteristics of this knife. The blade will never break or fail in an extreme situation as it features a Rc58 hardness on the Rockwell scale. Hence, the blade boasts an excellent strength for high wear resistance. Besides, a clip point blade design will allow cutting in the narrows, thanks to a concave spine. For an ultimate balance, a black phenolic handle with an aluminum pommel will ensure a superior cutting control. Keeping user safety and security in mind, manufacturer fitted the knife with a genuine leather sheath for storage and transportation. This 10.5-inch hunting knife offers you an absolute quality and time-proven design.

You can’t go wrong choosing Gerber. Backed by a truly extensive experience in knife making, the manufacturer is known for delivering products of the highest quality, with the StrongArm fixed blade knife being one of the best evidence of this.

To start with, the blade of this knife is made of top class 420 high carbon steel, which allows it to perfectly hold its sharp edge and efficiently cut through different types of soft and solid materials, and is coated with ceramics for added rust and corrosion resistance. Meanwhile, the handle is made of wear-resistant glass-reinforced nylon and features a rubber overmold with a diamond texture to ensure a secure and comfortable grip. As for the knife design, it’s a full tang model with a perfectly proportioned construction. The total knife length is 9.8”, whereas the blade is 4.8” long so it nicely balances the handle making the knife easier and more convenient to hold. A black matte blade, paired with a light-brown handle and an ideally-sized construction, not only contributes to the knife’s usability but also gives it a finished good look.

A solid steel blade is straight-edged and has a fine squared-off spine. Though it doesn’t come razor-sharp right out of the box, its sharpness is good enough as is and will allow you to perform a variety of cutting jobs. Skinning, field dressing, stripping bark, processing wood, preparing food, scraping metal rods and wires or cutting straps, the StrongArm knife from Gerber is fit for all of these tasks and then some. You could also use it in emergency situations. It comes with a pommel with an exposed point which you could use to break glass, for example, if you ever found yourself locked, or simply to crack nuts.

A folding hunting knife Buck 110 is a true American legacy from a top American manufacturer. Though today for the production of this model Buck Knives uses a newer steel and upgraded materials, an old-school design of the knife has remained unchanged since 1963. It is a perfect classic model for those who want to have a decent lock-back knife with all the features and characteristics of a fixed-blade knife but compact enough to fit your pocket. The length of a folded knife is only 4.9 inches and a 3.75-inch blade is made of high-class 420HC stainless steel. It is safely accommodated protecting you from cuts and injuries. But as soon as you need your Buck 110, you can open it in a matter of seconds by means of special nail nicks. A lock-back mechanism of this model is unique as well. The manufacturer tailored it to perfection to prevent the blade loosening while using the knife. This is what makes this model a real leader and best seller on the folding knives market. A knife handle is not only durable and ergonomically shaped but also stylish and attractive. Made of Dymondwood, it is elegantly decorated by brass bolsters. Hence, the knives collectors and outdoorsmen are craving for having this gorgeous knife in their arsenal. In addition, you will get a genuine leather sheath with a snap closure that can be fastened to you belt so you can keep it handy. Famed for its durability and elegant, simple design, the Buck 110 is the kind of tool that is great both when it comes to cutting and how it feels in hands.

Do you often use knives but have no skills to sharpen them? Or do you find this process too boring? If so, then this model from Razor-Lite is definitely for you! It offers the benefit of replacing the blunt cutter with a razor-sharp blade in a matter of seconds and keep cutting with almost no effort. This great option is especially useful while dressing a big animal that is usually a time-consuming and tiresome procedure.

A knife set comes with 6 replaceable blades and a rather simple, yet, reliable push-button blade replacement system. When all 6 blades go blunt you can sharpen them all at once by yourself or address a professional. Each blade is 3.5 inches long and is made of first-class Japanese 420j2 steel well-known and widely spread owing to its remarkable sharpness and durability.

Another option that sets this model apart from competitors and makes it one of the best hunting knives out there is a gutting blade the knife comes fitted with. Whether you go duck hunting or managed to bring down a deer, with the help of a round-point gutting blade, you’ll be able to carve your prey right in the field.

A rubberized TPR handle will ensure a convenient and secure grip for a safe use even if you take it with wet or dirty hands that often happens in the wild. Besides, a bright orange colored handle allows for easy spotting the knife on the ground when you lose the sight of it. Additionally, a nylon camouflage Mossy Oak™ sheath will perfectly match almost any hunting outfit. This immaculate Razor-Lite folding knife offers you an unparalleled strength of a solid regular knife and a precise sharpness of a surgeon’s scalpel! You’ll never regret your choice!

Hunters and outdoor enthusiasts know that a good hunting or tactical knife rarely costs less than a hundred bucks. However, not all people are ready to spend that much on a knife. If you're looking for a cheaper alternative, the MTech MT-086 may be the best option. Though less expensive than sophisticated high-end models, it doesn't lack in performance and quality. See for yourself.

The MTech MT-086 is a large knife. It is fitted with a strong nylon sheath which lets you safely carry it in your backpack or attach it to your belt, if necessary. When it comes to design, it's no slouch either and can easily give top-liners a run for the money. With the overall length of 12.25” and the weight of about 9 oz the MTech MT-086 feels solid and durable. The blade of the knife is rather thick which allows it to counterbalance its big handle. And the rubberized handle with those wavy grippy inserts you normally see in swimming pools ensures a firm grip allowing you to handle it in all conditions.

A fixed-blade full-tang construction makes this knife suitable for all sorts of jobs including heavy-duty tasks where folding knives or smaller models would fail. A 7” blade made of 440 carbon steel comes razor sharp and can cut wood, cardboard, ropes, and wires, not so say about foods, soft materials, and fabrics. In addition, a drop point shape with a smooth cutting edge will let you use this knife for dressing and skinning as well.