Winkler Blue Ridge Hunter - Walnut Handle

The Winkler Blue Ridge Hunter in walnut is the lighter-grain hardwood option in the Blue Ridge Hunter lineup. Walnut is a harder, more durable hardwood with lighter grain than maple. It provides long-term durability and pairs cleanly with the black oxide blade. At 4 inches of blade and 8.25 inches overall, the Blue Ridge Hunter is built for mid-size game processing, camp food prep, and the kind of everyday field tasks that mountain hunters in the North Carolina Blue Ridge encounter regularly.

The blade is 80CRV2 high carbon steel with a black oxide Caswell finish. 80CRV2 is Daniel Winkler's production steel, chosen for toughness under impact and reliable edge retention through extended field sessions. The blade profile provides a strong tip for piercing and a generous belly for skinning and slicing work. Weight is 5.5 ounces.

The walnut handle has a smooth, tight-grained surface that resists scratches and provides lasting durability and field wear. Walnut is harder and more durable than maple, with a tighter grain that holds up well over years of field use. The lighter grain and tight structure hold up well over years of use. The custom leather and felt-lined Boltaron sheath allows for a quiet draw with secure belt carry in multiple positions.

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