It isn't often that you can find a full-sized American handmade knife for around $100, but that is exactly what you get with the LTWK Bushcrafter HC. Through the use of select materials, this classic Tim Stetzer design is now the perfect way to get a handmade knife on your hip today and it still has the capabilities (and lifetime warranty) to tackle any adventure.
The versatile spear point blade is a bushcraft classic. With a length just under 4-inches, it lends itself well to nearly any task, from woodcarving to skinning to drilling. The edge itself is convexed and is finished by expert sharpeners. This adds durability to the edge and helps it perform well for woodworking, skinning, food prep, and slicing, while the spine of the blade features a crisp, 90-degree angle for scraping or striking a ferro rod, also known as a firesteel.
The saber grind on the HC features flat geometry and offers a good trade-off between strength and slicing capability on this thinner blade. Likewise, the choice of 1075 carbon steel is preferred over 1095 due to the increase in toughness, meaning the blade can be thinner and cut more efficiently without sacrificing strength.
The comfortable handle on the Bushcrafter HC is shaped by hand to remove any hot-spots and provide hours of comfort under hard use. With a broomstick-style handle, this is a knife that will fit just about anyone. The single finger cutout functions as a rudimentary finger guard and helps index the knife in the hand very well. The scales are secured to the tang with stainless steel pins in addition to high-strength epoxy, granting durability that will last a lifetime.
The knife would not be complete without a sheath, and the included JRE Industries leather sheath makes it easy to carry the Bushcrafter HC. Retention is good, and there is a ⅜" diameter leather loop on the side to facilitate easy carry of a firesteel. Additional rivets allow versatile lashing options. The sheath can be used with the included dangler attachment for drop leg carry. If you prefer your knife to carry higher on the belt, you can remove the dangler, or simply fold it underneath and out of the way.
Features
- 90-degree spine
- Extra Wide Lanyard Hole
- JRE Industries Dangler Sheath
Specifications
- Each piece from LTWK is handmade. Specs may vary slightly.
- Blade Length: 3.95"
- Cutting Edge: 3.60"
- Handle Length: 4.50"
- Overall Length: 8.45"
- Blade Material: 1075 Carbon Steel
- Blade Thickness: 0.08"
- Blade Hardness: 57-59 HRC
- Blade Style: Spear Point
- Blade Grind: Saber
- Blade Finish: Satin
- Handle Material: Red Micarta / Red Micarta Liners
- Handle Thickness: 0.90"
- Sheath: Leather
- Weight: 5.30 oz.
MODEL: LTWbusredm