EZSMITH Knife Making Kit - Western Skinner - DIY Fixed Blade - (Blade Blank & Pinstock w/Yellowheart Pre-machined Handle Scales) - (USA Design) - (by KnifeKits)

Description

• Premium Skinning Knife Design The Western Skinner knife making kit features a 7.25-inch overall length with a 3-inch AUS8 stainless steel blade, delivering excellent balance and cutting performance. The hollow-ground blade ensures precision, making it perfect for hunters, craftsmen, and knife makers who demand quality. Whether used as a working tool or a collectors piece, this skinning knife offers durability and reliability.
• High Polish Satin Finish Crafted from AUS8 stainless steel, this blade undergoes a heat-treated and cryo-treated process to maximize strength and longevity. The high polish satin finish enhances resistance to wear and corrosion while providing a sleek, professional look. This refined finish not only improves aesthetics but also ensures smooth cutting performance for any skinning or cutting task.
• Pre-Machined Yellowheart Handle Scales This kit includes pre-machined Yellowheart handle scales, offering a striking golden hue and a durable, dense wood grain. The scales are slightly oversized for easy sanding and shaping, allowing for full customization. Whether using the included stainless steel pinstock or upgrading to mosaic pins, these handles provide a comfortable and reliable feel for any craftsman.
• Gift Boxed for Knife Enthusiasts Packaged in a premium box, this kit makes an excellent gift for knife makers, hunters, and DIY craftsmen. Whether for a hobbyist or a professional, the high-quality packaging ensures a great presentation. Its a perfect choice for birthdays, holidays, or anyone who enjoys building their own custom knives.
• Authentic USA Design Inspired by traditional American craftsmanship, this Western Skinner knife kit is a USA-designed blade, engineered for superior performance. With a classic design and high-quality materials, it allows builders to create a functional, professional-grade knife with ease. Ideal for collectors and makers, this kit pays homage to the legacy of American knife making.

The Western Skinner knife making kit is a high quality bolstered skinning knife design. This model is 7.25 inches overall in length and has a balanced feel in the hand. This model is designed with a 3.0 inch long blade that is 1.25 inch wide and .145 inches thick. The Western Skinner pattern also has multiple options for handle treatment, including (3) .156 inch diameter holes for the (included) stainless steel pinstock. This knife also offers (2) .250 inch handle holes and (1) .250 inch thong hole for those builders who wish to explore additional handle treatments. This version is the combo kit. It comes with the Western Skinner blade, semi-radiused bolsters, matching bolster pins, 0.156 inch stainless steel handle pinstock, plus pre-machined Yellowheart handle scales to simplify the completion process. Add a touch of proper finishing and create a fabulous skinning knife that you'll be proud to own and carry. .
The Western Skinner blade is made with AUS8 stainless steel (RC 56-58). It is hollow-ground and satin finished. It comes standard with 416 stainless steel semi-radiused bolsters with matching assembly pins. This is an excellent design for a dress or working skinner. It is also relatively easy to build and is a fun project to complete.

General Kit Specifications
Western Skinner Blade Kit
Skill Rating: Level II
Blade Steel: AUS8 stainless steel (RC 56-58)
(Heat Treated/Cryo-Treated for Optimum Blade Performance)
Blade Finish: High Polish
Blade Length: 3.00 inches
Overall Length: 7.25 inches
Blade Width: 1.25 inches
Thickness: .145 inches
Handle Tang Holes: (3) .156 inch, (2) .250 inch, (1) .250 inch thong hole
Handle Material Included: Yes Yellowheart (Pre-machined) | Drilled: No
Handle Pinstock Included: Yes (.156 inch SS)
Handle Thong Hole: (1) .250 inch (tubing not included)

Shipping and Returns

• We offer tracked shipping on all orders. Tracking information will be shared as soon as the order is dispatched.
• Please check the delivery estimate before adding a product to the cart. This is displayed for every product on the website.
• Available shipping methods and charges will be displayed at the time of checkout, depending on your exact location.
• All customers are entitled to a return window of 14 days, starting from the date of delivery of the product(s).
• Customers are advised to read our return policy for details of the return process, eligibility, refunds as well as cancellations or exchanges.
• In case of any issues or concerns about Shipping or Returns, please contact us and we will be happy to help.