Bark River

Bark River Knives Mini Kalahari Sportsman ~ Brown Trout ~CPM-154

$255.00

Current stock: 1

 

Bark River Knives Mini Kalahari Sportsman ~  Brown Trout 

 
The Bark River Knives Mini Kalahari Sportsman in CPM-154 with Brown Trout Acrylic scales and thick black liners is a specialized, lightweight fillet and boning knife. Designed for processing fish and small game, it features a thin, flexible blade with a convex grind for exceptional slicing performance.
 
Product Specifications
  • Overall Length: 9 inches.
  • Blade Length: 5 inches.
  • Blade Steel: CPM-154 stainless steel, hardened to 60 HRC.
  • Blade Thickness: Approximately 0.085 to 0.088 inches, providing slight flex for filleting.
  • Weight: Between 2.86 oz and 3.14 oz, depending on the handle material.
  • Handle Details: This specific variant uses Brown Trout Acrylic handle scales with thick black liners and a full exposed tang. 
 
Key Features & Performance
  • Blade Geometry: The knife features a trailing point blade with a distal taper to the point, making it highly effective for fine cutting and working around bones.
  • Edge Type: It uses a hand-finished convex grind, which is known for holding a sharp edge longer and being easy to maintain with a strop.
  • Materials: CPM-154 is a premium stainless steel that offers a balance of toughness and edge retention while resisting corrosion in wet environments.
  • Ergonomics: While the handle is comfortable for most, it is on the smaller side, making it ideal for precision work but potentially less suitable for users with very large hands.
  • Sheath: The knife typically includes a high-quality leather belt sheath that can be worn vertically or diagonally.
 
Expert & User Opinions
    • Slicing Ability: Experts from Survival Common Sense describe it as one of the "slicey-est" knives in the Bark River lineup, excelling at food preparation and light outdoor tasks.
    • Versatility: While designed for fishing, many users find it indispensable in the kitchen for slicing meat like summer sausage or boning out game like whitetail deer.
    • Craftsmanship: Users on Bark River Knives Official social groups praise the fit and finish, specifically highlighting the high quality of the acrylic scales found on these specialized runs.

 

  • Never used, carried or sharpened
  • Box & sheath
  • Condition is mint
SKU:
BR-MK-BTS-L32
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