3.5" Backcountry Pocket Hunter Fixed Blade

This is a small full-tang fixed blade knife, for when weight and space are at a premium. Designed and made by Freeman Outdoor Gear. I call this one the "Backcountry Pocket Hunter".

The stonewashed CTS-HXP stainless steel 3.5" drop point blade features a main flat grind with a thick secondary swedge for maximum toughness and piercing ability.

Additional material on the blade spine near the tip creates a small thumb rise and provides a secondary indexing surface for extra control during delicate cuts.

The blade is heat treated to a hardness of 60-61 Rc and the cutting edge is ground razor sharp at a 34 degree included angle (17 degrees per side).

The handle scales are CNC machined from tough epoxy laminate G-10 with milled grooves for a secure and comfortable grip. The handle shape provides an ergonomic and balanced grip for use in multiple positions. Stainless steel hardware locks all the components into place. The press-fit lanyard hole tubing through the pommel is sized for the included 1/8" shock cord lanyard and secondary retention method. 

The custom Kydex machined and thermo-formed sheath features a secure and tight friction fit with multiple attachment points. Includes two Maxpedition TacTie PJC3 Polymer Joining Clips for belt carry or Pouch Attachment Ladder System (PALS) attachment methods.

Specifications:

Knife Name:  3.5" Backcountry Pocket Hunter

Designer:  Jeff Freeman

Overall Length: 7.0"

Blade Length: 3.5” (per AKTI standards)

Blade Thickness:  .170”

Blade Steel:  Carpenter Technology CTS-XHP

Blade Hardness:  60-61 HRC

Blade Style:  Full-Tang Fixed Blade, Drop Point

Blade Finish:  Ceramic media tumbled (aka: Stonewashed)

Handle Material: Machined G-10 synthetic sheet

Overall Thickness (across handles): 1/2"

Sheath Material: Machined and thermoformed Kydex 

Knife Weight: 6 oz

Sheath Weight: 2 oz

Knife with Sheath Weight: 8 oz 

Note from Jeff: I designed this "no-frills" knife over 8 years ago to be used on long treks through the backcountry while hunting elk. I wanted a blade that was small enough to be carried in a back pocket or mounted unobtrusively on a pack. Something that would be sturdy enough to field dress an elk while minimizing space and weight, while maximizing utility. Over the years, I have made small batches for myself and hunting buddies and have refined the design to the point where I feel it is ready for the market. Another knife made here in Brownsville, Oregon by FOG with all American made materials.