Hunting Knives: reliability and durability in the wild

Source: Acquired from a private owner, previously purchased
Condition: Overall in excellent condition
Availability: NOT IN PRODUCTION SINCE 2009
Sharpening: Original
Blade marks: None
Handle marks: None
Box: NOT INCLUDED
Sheath: Black leather
Manuals, Certificates, and Warranty: Certificate of Authenticity
Inspection: Checked and certified by our internal laboratory

The Chris Reeve Ubejane Skinner is a high-quality hunting knife crafted in the United States by renowned artisan Chris Reeve. The term "Ubejane" means "rhinoceros" in Zulu, reflecting the tool's robustness and reliability. Manufactured between 1990 and 2009, the Ubejane Skinner is now a highly sought-after collector's piece.

Product details:

• Intended use: Collection/Hunting/Sport
• Production type: Semi-Handcrafted
• Country of origin: USA
• Blade: A2 steel with 55/57 HRC hardness
• Blade finish: Black anti-reflective Kalgard coating
• Handle: Hollow steel handle with knurling for a secure grip
• Blade length: 114 mm
• Blade thickness: 4.5 mm
• Closed length: Not applicable (fixed blade knife)
• Total length: 241 mm
• Closed thickness: Not applicable
• Weight: 326 g
• Lock: Not applicable (fixed blade knife)
• Clip: Not included
• Packaging: Black leather sheath; cardboard box not included
• Notes: Out of production since 2009; rare collectible item complete with original certificate

In the tradition of Chris Reeve Knives, the Inyoni bird and fish hunting knife takes its name from the Zulu word for "bird."  Light as a feather, weighing 68 grams, the latest version of the Inyoni offers all the functionality of its predecessor, without the weight.  

Its full-tang drop point blade makes it the ideal knife for processing birds and fish, while providing ample edge for many stages of processing larger game, as well as a long list of other cutting tasks outside the hunting field. The thin Kydex sheath fits perfectly over the handles of the Inyoni.

Intended use: sports/hunting

Type of Manufacture: MidTech
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: full tang in CPM MagnaCut 63/64HRC steel
Blade finish: stonewashed
Handle: Micarta
Blade length: 96mm.
Blade thickness: 3.2mm.
Total length: 202mm.
Weight: 68g.
Sheath: Slim Fit in thermoformed Kydex.
Packaging: cardboard box with Chris Reeve logos, paracord lanyard, maintenance key, certificates and warranties

KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Type: Previously Purchased
* Condition: Like new, never used
* Commercially available Discontinued
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: No
* Marks on handle: No
* Box: Absent
* Scabbard: Present, original, like new
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranties: No
* Checked and Certified by our in-house laboratory

Intended Use: Collecting/Hunting/Sporting

Production type: Midtech
Country of Production: USA
Blade: A2 55/57HRC steel
Blade Treatment: gunkote
Handle: A2 55/57HRC steel with alluminium screwed cap
Blade length: 108mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 205mm.
Weight: 203g.
Sheath: Black leather
Packaging: -
Notes: knife withdrawn from private collection like new, lacks packaging and certificates

Rare knife produced by Chris Reeve in 2007 and no longer in production since 2013. Knife from a private collection in like new condition, with original sheath, without original box and certificate. Checked and certified by our internal laboratory.

Intended use: sports / hunting

Blade: CPM-S30V 58 / 59HRC stainless steel
Blade treatment: stonewash finish
Handle: Cocobolo wood
Blade length: 88mm.
Blade thickness: 3.5mm.
Closed Length: -
Total length: 201mm.
Balancing: set back
Weight: 76g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: in leather
Notes: inyoni in Zulu means bird

Bavarian dress knife or Bavarian picnic knife are the common English terms for the special type of fixed blade knife called Trachtenmesser in Germany. These knives are found in the right side pocket of a traditional Bavarian leather pant and only part of the handle is visible as you pass that pocket.

Bavarian dress knives are characterized by the particular shape of the blade and in most cases by a decorated ring. This ferrule constitutes the passage between the blade and the handle of the deer horn or other hunting trophies that is fixed with the tang. A dark brown leather sheath is slid over the blade for protection purposes.

Intended use: Hunting / Collection

Blade: 440 stainless steel
Handle: Deer
Blade length: 110mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 225mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 109g.
Sheath: in leather

Intended use: Hunting / Collection

Blade: 440 stainless steel
Handle: Deer
Blade length: 110mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 225mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 109g.
Sheath: in leather

Intended use: Hunting / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Germany
Blade: 440A stainless steel
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: plum wood with brass guard and knob
Blade length: 155mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Total length: 270mm.
Balancing: set back
Weight: 248g.
Sheath: in leather
Packaging: Cardboard box with Linder logos
Note: -

Intended use: Hunting / Sports

Type of production: Industrial
Country of production: Germany
Blade: 440C stainless steel
Blade treatment: Satin finish
Handle: Stag with steel guard and aluminum knob
Blade length: 177mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Total length: 305mm.
Balancing: advanced
Weight: 274g.
Sheath: in leather
Packaging: Cardboard box with Linder logos
Note: -

Chris Reeve - Mk IV 28 Year Commemorative knife

For 28 years, (the A2 round handled) One Piece Range of knives has been an essential part of Chris Reeve Knives. From Chris first designing the concept while serving in the South African Army in Namibia to today, these knives have been used, carried, admired and collected in all corners of the world.

An integral part of the success of this range has been Eddie Myers. Eddie was Chris's foreman when Chris was an apprentice tool and die maker. They have known each other more years than they care to count and Chris has always regarded Eddie as mentor, teacher, friend and consultant! For 25 years, Eddie has machined the blanks for our One Piece Knives. Still living in South Africa, Eddie and his wife Caroline, have provided fine service to deliver the best blanks at the best price. (There is no question that the volatility of the South African currency has helped over the years!)

Eddie and Caroline want to retire. Ed wants to buy a boat again and go fishing whenever he feels like it! This brought us to a cross-roads--do we try to source a vendor in the USA or should we simply retire a - Classic. We have decided to take the second choice--to discontinue the One Piece Range.

To celebrate the end of this era, Chris Reeve Knives offered a limited edition of 250 Commemorative Mk IVs. The Mk IV was the first iteration of the one piece concept to become known there is still call for this model which we initially discontinued in 1995. It has a 7 inch blade with a clip point and sawback. For this commemorative edition, the butt cap is engraved and polished and the sheath has a commemorative logo embossed.

Specifications

Blade Material: A2 tool steel
Blade Hardness: 55-57 RC
Blade Coating: KG Gun-Kote
Blade Length: 7" sawback blade
Blade Thickness: 0.187"
Overall Length: 12"
Handle Material: A2 Tool Steel
But Cap Material: D65S aluminum
Sheath: Leather with horizontal carry belt loop, Snap
Weight: 12.90 oz. (365 grams)
Limited Edition, only 250 pieces produced!
Handmade in the USA
One Piece Knife Concept

The idea of the one piece knife was born while Chris was serving time in the South African Army on the Namibia/Angola border in 1979. The experiences of military service have contributed substantially to the features in these knives.

Chris realized that the ideal working knife was a tool which was strong, reliable and impervious to temperature and humidity. Extensive time has been devoted to design, and research and development to improve both the blade designs and the methods used in making the knives.

Each knife is made from a solid billet of A2 tool steel. The stock removal method results in two distinct advantages--the strength/weight ratio is exceptional and there is no handle/blade join. This means that there is no area where the blade and handle could come apart--a weakness in the design of other hollow handle knives. The handle cavity is larger than that of any similar knife. The hollow handle is closed with a butt cap made of 6061 aluminum which screws into the handle against a Neoprene "O" ring, ensuring the cavity is sealed from dust and moisture. All the one piece knives are hardened to 55-57 RC and random checks are made to ensure accuracy. This hardness gives superb toughness, good edge retention and allows for efficient sharpening in the field. Each knife is coated with super hi-tech KG Gun-Koteä originally developed for use in the aerospace industry. This coating offers a durable, long-lasting, non-reflective covering. Included in the price of each knife is a hand-made leather sheath. A lifelong guarantee, signed by Chris accompanies each knife.
The one piece design offers the highest possible weight/strength ratio
A2 Tool Steel offers excellent edge retention and good shock resistance
Hardness at between 55 and 57 Rockwell C is not brittle but gives good edge retention along with ease of sharpening
An 8" hollow grind is used with a full thickness back edge. All designs are ground to allow the full thickness of the back edge to come as close to the point as possible, affording a very strong front tip but not restricting the knife's ability to pierce
The hollow handle, which is created to reduce weight, is larger than any similar sized knife because there is no join between handle and blade
The aluminum butt cap provides an airtight closure for the hollow handle and is designed so that it can be used for hammering. Because using the knife as a hammer can be dangerous to one's knuckles and fingers, we do not recommend that this be done unless in an emergency situation. It is preferable to use a hammer
Full depth precision machined knurling affords maximum non-slip grip
Non-reflective KG Gun-Koteä coating gives lasting protection
All knives carry a lifetime guarantee and a damaged knife will be replaced or repaired at Chris' discretion. This guarantee does not cover damage to a knife that has been thrown or used for heavy levering
These knives are used by hunters, backpackers, SWAT teams, military personnel, firefighters and police all over the world. They are also to be found in many knife collections and most of our customers own more than one of our knives
Each hand made leather sheath is designed to fit the knife well, to give maximum protection to the carrier and the knife when being carried. Because we continue to improve our design, sheaths supplied might not be exactly as shown in the brochure
Replacement butt caps and sheaths are available at reasonable prices
Many customers feel that once their knives have been used, they lose collector's value. This is not so as the knife can be returned to Chris Reeve Knives, where it will be sandblasted, re-coated with KG Gun-Kotea, sharpened and returned to it's original condition. Contact Chris Reeve Knives for cost. Please return knife in sheath

Destinazione d'uso: Caccia/Sportivo

Tipo di produzione: Semi-Artigianale
Produzione Lama: USA
Lama: In acciaio inox CPM-S35VN 58/59HRC
Trattamento Lama: Stone Washed
Manicatura: Brown canvas Micarta
Lunghezza lama: 95mm.
Spessore lama: 4.5mm.
Lunghezza chiuso: -
Lunghezza totale: 216mm.
Spessore da chiuso: -
Bilanciatura: -
Peso: 175g.
Chiusura: -
Clip: -
Fodero: Cuoio marrone by Gfeller Casemakers
Confezione: Scatola di cartone bianca con loghi Chris Reeve; certificati di garanzia
Note: -

Destinazione d'uso: Caccia/Sport

Tipo di produzione: Industriale
Produzione Lama: Germania
Lama: In acciaio inox M390 60HRC
Trattamento Lama: -
Manicatura: Legno di Ebano
Lunghezza lama: 95mm.
Spessore lama: 4mm.
Lunghezza totale: 207mm.
Peso: 142g.
Fodero: Cuoio nero
Confezione: scatola da regalo con loghi Linder HandleLight, 20 glowing sticks, tappo posteriore di ricambio
Note: L'impugnatura permette l'inserimento dei glowing sticks per poter rilasciare una illuminazione costante durante l'uso in modo da rendere il coltello sempre visibile.

Destinazione d'uso: Caccia/Collezione

Lama: Acciaio Inox 440C
Manicatura: Cervo
Lunghezza lama: 200mm.
Spessore della lama: 4mm.
Lunghezza totale: 325mm.
Bilanciatura: Avanzata, 1 cm. dal ramo di guardia
Peso: 360g.
Fodero: Da cintura, in cuoio

Intended use: Hunting / Collection

Blade: 440 58HRC Stainless Steel
Handle: Cocobolo wood
Blade length: 250mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Total length: 390mm.
Length closed: -
Balancing: Advanced, 3cm. from the guard branch
Weight: 575g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: From belt, in leather

New 2019 version, now with 31cm blade. (previously from 26cm.)

Intended use: Hunting / Collection

Type of production: industrial
Blade: in C60 (1060) steel with high carbon content - 58-59 HRC
Blade finish: Satin finish
Country of production: Solingen - Germany
Handle: Cocobolo wood with nickel-plated steel guard and knob
Blade length: 310mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Total length: 440mm.
Balance: Advanced
Weight: 656g.
Sheath: Leather
Notes: new 2019 version

Intended use: Hunting

Type of production: Industrial
Lama production: Germany
Blade: 440C 58HRC steel
Blade treatment: -
Handle: Deer
Blade length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Length closed: -
Total length: 260mm.
Thickness when closed: -
Balancing: set back, at 2cm.
Weight: 216g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: in leather
Packaging: cardboard box
Note: -