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Posted: 2/5/2010 5:50:15 PM EDT
| Would the 5 1/4 inch ka-bar be a could hunting knife to gut and trim deer? |
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I like KaBar's, but this may not be their forte. For cutting and splitting it'd do the job, just seems a little big for any skinning work. I use a gut hook to 'unzip' the deer, and an Ulu style blade to skin (Maxam or Gerber, I have both). But, if you're looking for a justification to buy a Kabar then I say 'Yes, it'd be the perfect knife!' And I'd suggest you pick up a Gerber EZ Skinner also... |
I have used KaBars of one type or another for over twenty years of gutting deer and they do an admirable job.
I find they work very well for splitting the pelvis and provide enought leverage to cut through the esophogus and neck arteries/veins. Everywhere I have ever hunted you leave the skin and head on until the animal is checked in and turned over for processing or brought home and finished. I use a regular kitchen boning knife to remove the hide and a bow saw to remove the head and limbs prior to butchering. |
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