So you are in the market for a good Hunting Knife…Finding the right one can be disorienting to say the least. If you are a part-time deer hunter or a full time year around game hunter, finding the right knife that suits your hunting needs will certainly make hunting more enjoyable. I have written this article to aid you on your quest to select the perfect hunting knife and to keep it in tip-top condition.
Deciding the Right Knife for you
When equipped properly, a hunter will be easily able to do what ever tasks at hand, such as preparing the kill and cutting wood for the camp-fire. There are numerous hunting knives available in the market today and depending on the type of game you are hunting you will need to think about what size is right for you.
Most would lead you to believe that a bigger knife is better for hunting, but the truth is that it is most often not. With a large knife doing precision jobs such as cleaning and preparing game will be more difficult compared to a smaller easy to handle knife. And doubtlessly there will always the increased possibility of hurting yourself with a larger knives, especially if you are not experienced in using devices like these.
Besides the size of the knife, you also have to select your hunting knife depending on how often you hunt. If you don’t frequently hunt, it is better that you buy a small folding Blade Knife which can be easily stored and used for other occasions. But if you are a active hunter, you would benefit more from shopping for a solid, fixed blade hunting knife, because durablilty is what you are looking for.
The next point to consider is whether you want to be carrying your knife in a sheath or in your pocket when you are out hunting. Obviously, bigger knives needs to be carried in sheaths, while smaller hunting knives can be carried in your pocket.
And the last detail to consider when buying a hunting knife is how much cash you are willing to commit to the buy, as hunting knives come in a variety of prices, it is vital to balance out all the other factors when determining a price you want to pay for the knife. A good hunting knife will be able to handle most hunting tasks but if you are planning to mount your prize as a trophy, you should positively invest in a second knife, called “the capping knife”.
All capping knives come with a fine blade which can help you efficiently and swiftly slice the shoulder skin of the animal, this will allow you to preserve your prize as a trophy mount to show off to all your companions and family.
How to keep your knives in perfect condition
Now that you own both a hunting knife and a capping knife, it is vital that you know how to maintain them, so you can prolong their life and as an added bonus you will also save youself some money because you won’t need to regularly buy new knives. Just storing your hunting knife in a sheath is good if you use your knife regularly,however if you don’t think you will be using them very often, you will need to figure out a long term storage plan. When your knife is not in use, you always want to clean and dry your knife. Wrap your knife in paper and then store it inside an air-tight plastic bag or container. Moisture and air is the enemy of a good sharp hunting knife. As added insurance, you can put in a packet of desiccant ( you know the small packets that usually comes in together with your shoes) to the bag or containter to help absorb any moisture that can lead to the rusting and dulling of your knife during storage.
Always keep your blade sharp
In order to get the most out of your knife, you should whet your knife regularly. Apart from making it more effective, it will decrease the chances of you injuring yourself when using it. Although it’s best to pay for a professional to sharpen your knife for you. With patience, practice and the right instructions you can teach yourself how to sharpen your knife , but paying a professional to teach you how to do it correctly will probably save you a lot of time, money and headaches.
After using your knife always wipe the blade with cleaning products meant for knives to remove any residue or grim on the blade. It is better to use one of the many multifunction cleaners that you can use on wood, metal, and leather, and with these cleaners, you will not need to worry about your handle getting tarnished or cracked. There is a large variety of commercial cleaners which will help you lubricate and protect your knife. With the right care, you will be able to prolong the life of your hunting knife and reduce the chances of any accidental injuries.
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