More sharp pointy things

[mazo kid]

I never checked the website, but yep, a #7 as the blade measures 6-3/4cm..

[mazo kid]

Gee, I found another one!

[mazo kid]

The blade is 2-7/8" long, OAL is 5-3/4", just a nice neck knife size.

[ShotgunDave]

I like that one Em.

What is the purpose of the little decorative cutout on the blade?

[mazo kid]

I'm not sure, probably just that....a decorative cut out. Maybe the "trademark" of the maker?

[Miguel Loco]

I've seen that done on numerous skinner/patch knives. Would really like to know what it is too.....

[ShotgunDave]

Maybe a trademark I suppose. I was also thinking it could be a "traction device" for your finger. I have a knife that has a similar cutout section in the same place, and it's to help you hold onto the blade while you're skinning.

[Hawg]

Maybe a trademark I suppose. I was also thinking it could be a "traction device" for your finger. I have a knife that has a similar cutout section in the same place, and it's to help you hold onto the blade while you're skinning.

I think that's what it is. Most decoration is done on the back of the blade. I don't see using up that much cutting edge without a purpose.

[ShotgunDave]

Maybe a trademark I suppose. I was also thinking it could be a "traction device" for your finger. I have a knife that has a similar cutout section in the same place, and it's to help you hold onto the blade while you're skinning.

I think that's what it is. Most decoration is done on the back of the blade. I don't see using up that much cutting edge without a purpose.

That's what I was figuring too Hawg. The maker used up 1/4 of the blade for that, so it must be important. I'm pretty sure it's used so you can "choke up" on the blade so to speak. That way you can have a little more precise control. But it's all just a theory.