{"product_id":"damascus-gut-hook-hunting-knife-bone-turquoise-resin-rosewood-handle","title":"Damascus Gut Hook Hunting Knife Bone, Turquoise Resin \u0026 Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe gut hook blade became a standard feature in American hunting knife design through the 1970s and 1980s. Field hunters needed a single blade that could open game hide cleanly without puncturing internal organs, a task a standard drop point tip could not handle with consistent precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt JWSteelCrafts, we get a lot of questions about this style. So let's break down what makes it special and why the three-section handle design still holds up as a serious field tool today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Exactly Is This Damascus Gut Hook Hunting Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/products\/gut-hook-hunting-knife-damascus-pattern-bone-resin-rosewood-handle\"\u003eDamascus gut hook hunting knife\u003c\/a\u003e measures 10 inches overall with a 5-inch raindrop pattern blade and a 5-inch three-section handle. The handle combines a cream bone upper section, red and turquoise resin spacer strips in the center, and dark rosewood lower scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Damascus steel bolster sits between the blade and handle. A mosaic pin sits in the rosewood section and a silver pin sits in the bone section. A leather belt sheath with dual retention straps is included. Weight is 190 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Three-Section Handle Still Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree-section handle construction using bone, stone-color spacers, and hardwood became a mark of premium custom knife craft, each material chosen for grip, weight, and visual contrast. The JWSteelCrafts Damascus gut hook carries that same field-ready custom tradition in every forged blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBone, Turquoise Resin, and Rosewood Handle: Comfort and Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle runs in three distinct sections. Cream bone scales sit at the top near the bolster. Red and turquoise resin spacer strips sit in the center, adding a clean color break between the bone and wood sections. Dark rosewood scales sit at the base of the handle, giving each section its own texture and visual identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRaindrop Damascus Steel: More Than Just a Pretty Pattern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from layered Damascus steel in a raindrop pattern finish. The raindrop pattern forms during forging when the layered steel billet is pressed with a rounded die before final shaping, creating circular surface impressions across the full blade flat. The wide drop point belly gives you a long slicing surface for skinning and field prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDamascus Bolster Build, and Ready for Field Dressing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gut hook sits on the spine near the tip and provides a dedicated hook edge for opening game hide cleanly without piercing internal organs. The main cutting edge and gut hook work independently, no overlap in function. The Damascus steel bolster matches the blade pattern, adding front-end weight for better cutting balance and protecting fingers during heavy push cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Comes With It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather belt sheath features dual retention straps that keep the knife secure during active outdoor movement, protecting the blade during carry and allowing safe belt access during hunting and field use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is Really For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Damascus Gut Hook Hunting Knife works well for a few different types of people:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHunters who need a dedicated gut hook for clean field dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor users who want one blade for skinning and hide opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBushcraft campers who need a versatile drop point blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of Damascus gut hook and multi-material handle knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~10 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaindrop Pattern Damascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrop Point with Gut Hook\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus Steel Bolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Section 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCream Bone, Silver Pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Section 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed and Turquoise Resin Spacer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Section 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark Rosewood, Mosaic Pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190 Grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather Belt Sheath, Dual Retention Straps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJWSteelCrafts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for Your Damascus Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamascus steel is tough, but it still needs basic care to stay in good shape:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the blade dry after each use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a light coat of oil to prevent rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore it in the leather sheath in a dry place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid leaving it wet or exposed to humidity for long periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few minutes of care after each use keeps the blade looking sharp for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this knife different from other Damascus hunting knives at JWSteelCrafts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the only Damascus gut hook knife in the store, no other listing combines a gut hook blade with a three-section bone, turquoise resin, and rosewood handle and a Damascus bolster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the gut hook do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gut hook sits on the blade spine and opens game hide cleanly during field dressing without piercing internal organs, a task the main cutting edge cannot handle with the same precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Damascus bolster on this knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bolster is forged from the same Damascus steel as the blade, giving it a matching raindrop pattern surface. It adds front-end weight for cutting balance and protects fingers during heavy push cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the three handle sections made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCream bone at the top, red and turquoise resin spacer strips in the center, and dark rosewood at the base, each material chosen for grip, visual contrast, and structural reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the leather sheath included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the leather belt sheath with dual retention straps is included for secure outdoor carry and field storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this knife full tang?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the tang runs the full length of the three-section handle for strength, balance, and long-term durability under heavy field use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52495602778395,"sku":"JW-KN-366","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/5649\/1035\/files\/IMG_0662.webp?v=1784750836","url":"https:\/\/entropysurvival.com\/products\/damascus-gut-hook-hunting-knife-bone-turquoise-resin-rosewood-handle","provider":"Entropy Survival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}