Smith’s EdgeSport is a practical combination of a fixed-blade hunting knife and a gut hook for skinning game and initial processing of your catch.
Smith’s EdgeSport is a practical combination of a fixed-blade hunting knife and a gut hook for skinning game and initial processing of your catch. The knife features a 100 mm long blade made from 400-series stainless steel, a slip-resistant G10 handle, and a Cordura sheath with a belt loop. Suitable for use Opening the abdominal cavity of game Skinning game Controlled cutting of hide Initial processing of game Handling small and large game For hunter’s outdoor gear For prolonged work in outdoor conditions For users who prefer the stability of a fixed-blade hunting knife For carrying on the belt or in a hunting bag As an additional processing knife in a hunting kit Why choose Smith’s EdgeSport? 100 mm long fixed skinning blade Integrated gut hook Heat-treated 400-series stainless steel 220 mm overall length Seamless and stable fixed construction Slip-resistant G10 handle Lanyard or safety cord hole Cordura sheath with belt loop Compact size for carrying in hunting equipment Easier to clean than a folding pocket knife Suitable for both skinning and opening game with a single tool Technical specifications Product type: skinning knife with gut hook Blade construction: fixed Blade length: 100 mm Blade length in inches: 4" Overall length: 220 mm Overall length in inches: approximately 8.6" Blade material: 400-series stainless steel Gut hook: integrated Handle material: G10 Handle surface: slip-resistant Lanyard hole: present Sheath material: Cordura Sheath attachment: belt loop Included in the set Smith’s EdgeSport fixed-blade skinning knife Cordura sheath with belt loop Frequently Asked Questions What is the gut hook on the spine of the blade used for? The gut hook is designed for controlled cutting of the hide when opening game. The hook-shaped cutting edge helps guide the cut along the hide and reduces the risk of cutting deeply into the abdominal cavity. How long is the blade of the Smith’s EdgeSport? The blade length is 100 mm, or 4 inches. The overall length of the knife is 220 mm, providing a good balance between control and sufficient working reach. Does the knife come with a sheath? Yes. The set includes a Cordura sheath with a belt loop, allowing you to conveniently carry the knife while hunting. How do you sharpen the inner edge of the gut hook? For the concave edge of the gut hook, use a tapered round or half-round diamond sharpener. Do not force a flat sharpening stone into the hook, as this can alter the shape of the hook and damage the cutting edge. When is Smith’s EdgeSport the right choice? The fixed-blade EdgeSport is suitable for hunters who prefer a rigid, jointless, and easy-to-clean knife for processing game. The 100 mm blade is longer than the 76 mm skinning blade of the folding set from the same series and offers more working reach for processing larger game. The folding EdgeSport Knife & Gut Hook Combo is more compact and its gut hook blade is replaceable. The fixed model is a better choice for more frequent or prolonged use, but it takes up more space on the belt and in the gear bag, and its integrated gut hook needs to be sharpened separately when necessary. Expert recommendation Before processing game, check that the blade and gut hook are sharp and the handle is clean. When using the gut hook, keep the cut shallow and direct the hook opening away from the internal organs. The integrated gut hook helps guide the cut but does not eliminate the risk of damaging internal organs. The advantage of a fixed blade is its strength and easier cleaning. Rinse the knife as soon as possible after use, remove all organic residue from the inside of the gut hook, and dry the blade completely before placing it in the sheath. The Cordura sheath should also be cleaned and allowed to dry separately. To maintain the straight cutting edge, use a sharpening stone or diamond sharpener of suitable grit. Sharpen the concave edge of the gut hook with a tapered rod, maintaining the factory-set angle and hook shape. Avoid heavy pressure, as material is quickly removed from the small cutting edge. The lanyard hole can be used to attach a safety cord, but the cord should not get in the way of the cutting path during use. Reliable combination of fixed-blade hunting knife and gut hook Smith’s EdgeSport combines a 100 mm skinning blade, an integrated gut hook, and a sturdy G10 handle into one practical hunting knife. The Cordura sheath allows you to conveniently carry it on your belt, ensuring the necessary tool is always at hand for processing game.
Smith’s EdgeSport is a practical combination of a fixed-blade hunting knife and a gut hook for skinning game and initial processing of your catch. The knife features a 100 mm long blade made from 400-series stainless steel, a slip-resistant G10 handle, and a Cordura sheath with a belt loop. Suitable for use Opening the abdominal cavity of game Skinning game Controlled cutting of hide Initial processing of game Handling small and large game For hunter’s outdoor gear For prolonged work in outdoor conditions For users who prefer the stability of a fixed-blade hunting knife For carrying on the belt or in a hunting bag As an additional processing knife in a hunting kit Why choose Smith’s EdgeSport? 100 mm long fixed skinning blade Integrated gut hook Heat-treated 400-series stainless steel 220 mm overall length Seamless and stable fixed construction Slip-resistant G10 handle Lanyard or safety cord hole Cordura sheath with belt loop Compact size for carrying in hunting equipment Easier to clean than a folding pocket knife Suitable for both skinning and opening game with a single tool Technical specifications Product type: skinning knife with gut hook Blade construction: fixed Blade length: 100 mm Blade length in inches: 4" Overall length: 220 mm Overall length in inches: approximately 8.6" Blade material: 400-series stainless steel Gut hook: integrated Handle material: G10 Handle surface: slip-resistant Lanyard hole: present Sheath material: Cordura Sheath attachment: belt loop Included in the set Smith’s EdgeSport fixed-blade skinning knife Cordura sheath with belt loop Frequently Asked Questions What is the gut hook on the spine of the blade used for? The gut hook is designed for controlled cutting of the hide when opening game. The hook-shaped cutting edge helps guide the cut along the hide and reduces the risk of cutting deeply into the abdominal cavity. How long is the blade of the Smith’s EdgeSport? The blade length is 100 mm, or 4 inches. The overall length of the knife is 220 mm, providing a good balance between control and sufficient working reach. Does the knife come with a sheath? Yes. The set includes a Cordura sheath with a belt loop, allowing you to conveniently carry the knife while hunting. How do you sharpen the inner edge of the gut hook? For the concave edge of the gut hook, use a tapered round or half-round diamond sharpener. Do not force a flat sharpening stone into the hook, as this can alter the shape of the hook and damage the cutting edge. When is Smith’s EdgeSport the right choice? The fixed-blade EdgeSport is suitable for hunters who prefer a rigid, jointless, and easy-to-clean knife for processing game. The 100 mm blade is longer than the 76 mm skinning blade of the folding set from the same series and offers more working reach for processing larger game. The folding EdgeSport Knife & Gut Hook Combo is more compact and its gut hook blade is replaceable. The fixed model is a better choice for more frequent or prolonged use, but it takes up more space on the belt and in the gear bag, and its integrated gut hook needs to be sharpened separately when necessary. Expert recommendation Before processing game, check that the blade and gut hook are sharp and the handle is clean. When using the gut hook, keep the cut shallow and direct the hook opening away from the internal organs. The integrated gut hook helps guide the cut but does not eliminate the risk of damaging internal organs. The advantage of a fixed blade is its strength and easier cleaning. Rinse the knife as soon as possible after use, remove all organic residue from the inside of the gut hook, and dry the blade completely before placing it in the sheath. The Cordura sheath should also be cleaned and allowed to dry separately. To maintain the straight cutting edge, use a sharpening stone or diamond sharpener of suitable grit. Sharpen the concave edge of the gut hook with a tapered rod, maintaining the factory-set angle and hook shape. Avoid heavy pressure, as material is quickly removed from the small cutting edge. The lanyard hole can be used to attach a safety cord, but the cord should not get in the way of the cutting path during use. Reliable combination of fixed-blade hunting knife and gut hook Smith’s EdgeSport combines a 100 mm skinning blade, an integrated gut hook, and a sturdy G10 handle into one practical hunting knife. The Cordura sheath allows you to conveniently carry it on your belt, ensuring the necessary tool is always at hand for processing game.
