Army and hunting knives are designed for self-defence, survival in the wild, or have some specific purpose – they are meant for hunters, rescuers, and such.
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- Hunting knives have a small duct over the upper edge of the blade to drain blood and a guthook for gutting the game. Knives with a narrower blade are suitable for boning.
- Rescue knives are serrated, so they are perfect for cutting ropes and belts.
Compared to pocket knives, they have a large fixed blade and the handle tends to be more ergonomically shaped. The handle is usually equipped with a guard, which prevents the hand from slipping down on the blade and accidental cuts. The knives differ depending on the length and width of the blade.
Blade material
Stainless steel
- The most commonly used material – the alloy contains at least 13% of chromium, which gives the blade higher resistance to corrosion and makes it easier to maintain.
- Compared to carbon blades, they dull faster and are harder to sharpen.
Carbon steel
- Blades contain a higher ratio of carbon, thereby has improved cutting properties and are easier to grind.
- They are not as corrosion resistant and have higher maintenance requirements.
Damascus steel
- Tough, hard, and resistant to breakage.
- Popular among artistic blacksmiths - blades have distinctive patterns and mottling.
