8" Damascus Steel Skinning Knife with Pakkawood Handle

Handle field skinning and camp cutting with a fixed blade shaped for controlled slicing. Its sweeping skinning belly pairs with a high-contrast Damascus pattern, while the vivid yellow-and-charcoal handle is easy to spot on a forest floor or camp table.

At 8 inches overall, this mid-size knife brings a 4-inch blade to outdoor tasks without a long handle getting in the way. Carry it at your hip in the included leather sheath, ready for time in the field or at camp.

• Hand-forged Damascus blade: Multi-layer steel shows a crisp twist pattern and gives the blade its distinctive look.
• Skinning profile: The flat-ground, sweeping belly supports slicing, with a defined high-line plunge and reinforced spine bevel.
• Full-tang handle: Stabilized pakkawood scales sit over the full tang, secured by flush-mounted silver pins.
• High-visibility grip: Yellow and charcoal grain stands out against outdoor surfaces, making the knife easier to find.
• Useful carry details: An integrated lanyard hole adds a place to attach a lanyard.
• Basket-weave leather sheath: The deep-brown pancake sheath has gold-toned contrast stitching and an integrated belt loop for hip carry.

After use, hand-wash with warm water and mild dish soap, then dry the blade and handle thoroughly. Keep the knife out of the dishwasher and do not leave it submerged. Before long-term storage, apply a thin coat of food-grade mineral oil or blade wax to the blade; wipe the handle with a soft microfiber cloth to refresh its color.

Its bold wood grain adds a distinctive touch to your field kit, while the patterned blade makes it a striking piece for a custom cutlery collection.

Vibrant, high-visibility styling meets the timeless complexity of pattern-welded metallurgy. The NDY Artisan Series 8" Damascus Steel Wasp Skinner is an elite fixed blade engineered for outdoor outfitters, wilderness trackers, and custom cutlery collectors. The hand-forged Damascus steel blade features a sweeping drop-point skinning belly accented by a defined high-line center plunge and a crisp ripple pattern. The ergonomic full-tang handle is scaled with premium stabilized pakkawood dyed in a striking high-contrast yellow and charcoal-black grain configuration. Paired with a premium, heavy-duty leather hip sheath, this high-balance utility tool delivers exceptional hand comfort and agile cutting precision.

🎯 Key Specifications

• Overall Length: 8.0 inches – The ideal mid-size outfitter build for balanced slicing control

• Blade Details: 4.0" | Hand-Forged Multi-Layer Damascus Steel | High-Contrast Twist Pattern

• Edge Geometry: Precision flat-ground sweeping skinner profile with a reinforced spine bevel

• Handle Construction: Premium high-visibility yellow and charcoal pakkawood scales over a full tang

• Hardware: Multiple flush-mounted silver structural fixing pins and an integrated lanyard hole

• Sheath Included: Heavy-duty, deep-brown leather pancake sheath featuring premium basket-weave stamping

💥 Why This Damascus Pakkawood Skinner Stands Out

• High-Visibility Wasp Grip: The handle features a striking black-and-yellow layered pakkawood grain. This ensures your knife remains highly visible against the forest floor or camp table, preventing accidental loss in low-light environments.

• Stabilized Weatherproof Durability: The handle scales are crafted from premium pakkawood—a high-density material of natural hardwood layers infused with waterproof resins under extreme pressure. This process offers a beautiful organic wood-grain aesthetic while making the grip completely immune to warping, splitting, or fluid absorption.

• Premium Basket-Weave Leather Sheath: This field-ready tool is paired with a heavy-duty, deep-brown leather pancake sheath. Accented with detailed basket-weave geometric stamping, durable gold-toned contrast edge stitching, and an integrated belt loop, it ensures reliable hip-side carry.

📖 Care & Maintenance Guide

• Clean & Dry: Hand-wash your knife immediately after camp or kitchen tasks with warm water and mild dish soap using a soft sponge. Dry the blade and pakkawood handle thoroughly with a towel (never leave it submerged or place it in a dishwasher).

• Protect the Damascus Layers: Damascus steel is forged from high-carbon alloys; to maintain its crisp visual depth and prevent environmental moisture, apply a thin pass of food-grade mineral oil or premium blade wax across the blade face before long-term storage.

• Maintain the Handle Luster: The stabilized pakkawood handle is incredibly low-maintenance. Simply wipe it down with a soft microfiber cloth after cleaning to remove hand oils and instantly restore its vibrant color depth.