Description
Short blade, deep belly, and a piece of antler nobody else will ever own a duplicate of. The Eagle is what you pick up when the cutting is close and the light is going.
| Overall length | 8.2 inches |
| Blade length | 3.7 inches |
| Handle length | 4.5 inches |
| Steel | 1095 + 15N20 Damascus, 352 layers |
| Hardness | 58–60 HRC, oil tempered |
| Weight | 7.7 oz |
| Handle | Stag Antler handle with Walnut Burl wood spacers |
| Pattern | Wind & Mix twist Fire pattern Damascus Blade, Extreme custom Brass File-work |
| Included | Hand-stitched leather sheath |
Made for: caping, skinning and the fiddly part of breaking down an animal, plus the ordinary camp jobs that fill the rest of a trip. The 3.7 inch blade keeps the point under your thumb instead of somewhere out past your knuckles.
What this blade shape does well, and badly
A drop point with this much belly rolls through hide without punching into the gut. That curve is also what makes it slow at anything needing a straight push cut, so it is a poor choice for carving tent stakes or opening feed sacks. Read our guide to skinning knives if you are deciding between this profile and a gut hook. The Vermillion Coil gut hook hunter answers the same job a different way.
Living with stag antler
Antler is not uniform and it is not supposed to be. Yours will have its own crown pattern, its own cream and brown split, and its own set of ridges. Those ridges are the point: a wet hand locks into them far better than it locks into polished wood. Over years the pale areas warm toward honey. Grease and sweat do that, slowly, and the handle looks better for every year of it. The walnut burl spacers darken on the same schedule.
What 7.7 ounces feels like
This is not a light knife for its size. At 8.2 inches overall carrying 7.7 ounces, most of the mass sits behind your hand in the antler and the pommel. The knife wants to hang tip-up when you loosen your grip, which is restful over a long session and slightly awkward if you are used to blade-heavy kitchen knives. If you want to understand how the tang runs through that handle, our notes on full tang versus partial tang cover the trade-offs plainly.
Keeping it right: this is high-carbon pattern-welded steel at 58 to 60 HRC. It will spot if you leave blood or citrus on it. Dry it before it goes away, put a thin film of food-safe oil on the flats every few weeks, and hang the leather sheath somewhere separate. Tanned leather holds moisture against a blade. The antler needs nothing beyond an occasional rub with the same oil.
FAQs
Will my antler look like the one photographed? No. The shape and dimensions are the same, the color and crown texture will be yours alone.
Is 3.7 inches enough for a whitetail? Yes, comfortably. Guides who process several animals a season often prefer a blade this size to anything longer.
Does the brass filework catch on anything? No. It sits on the spine and bolster where your hand does not ride.
Model: BMK-101
Seth Hixenbaugh (store manager) –
I just got my knife and I have to say first that pictures did this knife no justice this knife is built extremely well, I have been collecting knives for many years and this is definitely the best knife I have ever owned I will be a customer as long as they are making knives and I will show and tell everyone that Black Mamba Knife Co makes the best knives
Cody (verified owner) –
5 STARS
Was recommended by brother and have been overwhelmed since my 1st chat with Mark, He has gone above & beyond and is always there to make things right
And for that will be back for a bigger purchase in the new year
Jessica W.: (verified owner) –
“I’m an outdoor enthusiast, and my Damascus knife is an indispensable tool on my outdoor expeditions. Its sharpness and durability make it the perfect companion for various tasks in the great outdoors.”
Olivia V.: (verified owner) –
“I’m a food critic, and I’ve dined at some of the world’s finest restaurants. The Damascus knife I use at home rivals the quality of knives I’ve encountered in top-notch establishments. It’s truly exceptional.”
William P.: (verified owner) –
“The Damascus knife I received as a gift has quickly become the star of my kitchen. Its sharpness and the artistry of its blade patterns make it a constant source of inspiration in my culinary adventures.”
Kari Davis (verified owner) –
The knife is beautiful and well made. I look forward to using it for years to come. I wish there was an option to choose a sheath for it. I am now in the search to find a horizontal sheath.
Daniel K.: (verified owner) –
“I received a Damascus knife as a housewarming gift, and it’s the best gift I could have asked for. It’s not just a knife; it’s a work of art that enhances my culinary skills. It’s like having a piece of culinary history in my kitchen.”
Daniel R.: (verified owner) –
“I purchased a Damascus knife for my son, who is a culinary student, and he’s been thrilled with its performance. It’s not just a knife; it’s a piece of functional art that has ignited his passion for cooking.”
Samuel W.: (verified owner) –
“I’m an outdoor enthusiast, and my Damascus knife is a dependable companion on my hiking and camping adventures. Its sharpness and durability make it an essential tool for various tasks in the wilderness.”
William M.: (verified owner) –
“I’m a food critic, and I’ve dined at some of the world’s finest restaurants. The Damascus knife I use at home is on par with the knives I’ve encountered in top-notch establishments. It’s truly exceptional.”
Olivia G.: (verified owner) –
“I’m a barbecue aficionado, and my Damascus knife is a must-have for perfecting my smoked meats. Its sharpness ensures clean and precise cuts, adding an extra layer of finesse to my BBQ creations.”
Jessica S.: (verified owner) –
“I received a Damascus knife as a housewarming gift, and it’s the best gift I could have asked for. It’s not just a knife; it’s a work of art that enhances my culinary skills. It’s like having a piece of culinary history in my kitchen.”
Jen Wesley (verified owner) –
I love the knife but if I had anything to say I might have liked a handle like in the pic. Maybe that’s a special order but it is beautiful.
Thank you Mark and your team
Jen Wesley