At 18 inches overall with a 12-inch Damascus blade, this is a large, serious hunting knife built with hidden tang construction and a genuine stag antler and bull horn handle, finished with brass guards. At 730 grams, it has real presence and weight, matched by a leather sheath detailed with brass cups and file work.
What Makes the Blade Substantial
At 50mm wide and 5mm thick, this blade carries real mass behind the edge — enough for serious field tasks, not just display. The twist Damascus pattern runs consistently through the full length, a genuine result of the forging process rather than an applied finish.
Genuine Stag and Bull Horn
The handle combines stag antler and bull horn — both natural materials that carry individual texture and color variation piece to piece, which is part of what gives a knife like this its individual character rather than a uniform, mass-produced look. Brass guards separate the handle sections and add durability at the stress points where blade meets grip.
Hidden Tang for a Cleaner Line
Rather than a visible tang running along the handle’s spine, this knife uses hidden tang construction — the tang sits inside the handle material, keeping the profile clean while still anchoring the blade securely for a knife this substantial.
The Sheath
Cow leather detailed with brass cups and file work, built with belt hooks for real field carry. At 320 grams, it’s substantial enough to match the knife it’s built to hold.
Getting One Made
Every knife is made to order, typically 5-7 business days before it leaves the shop. Because the stag and horn are natural materials, expect individual variation in color and texture between pieces. See the rest of our handmade hunting knives for other large-format options, including our 19-inch Damascus Kukri if you want something even larger.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the stag handle genuine antler, or a synthetic material made to look like it? Genuine stag antler, paired with genuine bull horn — not a synthetic look-alike.
Is this knife too large for practical field use? It’s a substantial, serious hunting knife rather than an everyday-carry piece — built for real field tasks that call for a larger blade, not general utility work.
What does hidden tang construction actually mean for durability? The tang sits fully inside the handle material rather than running visibly along the spine — a traditional, secure construction method that keeps a clean profile without sacrificing strength.
Will the natural stag and horn handle need special care? Keep it from prolonged soaking and dry it promptly if it gets wet, the same basic care any natural horn or antler material needs.
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