{"product_id":"walnut-wood-damascus-steel-bird-and-trout-knife-pair","title":"Marshwren Walnut Wood Damascus Steel Bird and Trout Knife Pair","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":238}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":552,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":238}'\u003eThe Walnut Wood Damascus Steel Bird and Trout Knife Pair is designed for small game on purpose. Big game knives fail on quail and panfish. A thick blade crushes what it should part. These blades run 4.75 inches and stay narrow the whole way. The point goes exactly to your target.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":104,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":333}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":104,\"w\":561,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":333}'\u003eBird and trout work is close work. You are separating skin from a rib cage the size of your thumb. A slender spine lets the blade turn inside tight spaces. Wide blades bind and tear at that scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":178,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":407}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":178,\"w\":549,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":407}'\u003eThese Damascus hunting knives for sale arrive sharp and ready to work. Two knives mean one stays clean for the kitchen. The other handles the field.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":233,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":462}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":233,\"w\":533,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":462}'\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/collections\/bird-trout-knife\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":233,\"w\":248,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":462}'\u003eDamascus Steel Bird and Trout Knife Pair\u003c\/a\u003e at Divine Knives with dark hardwood bolsters, three brass fittings per handle, and two matched slender blades on a hidden tang.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":289,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":518}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":289,\"w\":444,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":518}'\u003eThe History Behind This Damascus Bird Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":329,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":558}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":329,\"w\":561,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":558}'\u003eBird and trout knives grew out of American sporting culture in the late 1800s. Upland hunters and fly anglers wanted something finer than a belt knife. Walnut earned its place in those workshops for stability and shock absorption. Layered steel arrived from far older forges across the Old World. Divine Knives brings those threads together in one small pair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":423,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":652}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":423,\"w\":543,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":652}'\u003eWalnut Wood Damascus Steel Bird and Trout Knife Pair Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":492,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":721}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":492,\"w\":542,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":721}'\u003eNarrow blades cut differently from wide ones. Less steel behind the edge means less resistance in soft tissue. A quail breast parts without dragging. Trout skin releases in one clean pass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":567,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":796}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":567,\"w\":558,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":796}'\u003eThe 4.75-inch blade reaches a body cavity without overshooting. A fine point picks at pin bones and joints. Damascus takes a very keen edge at this thin geometry. That edge needs stropping more often than a thick blade. Keep a small stone in your vest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":642,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":871}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":642,\"w\":136,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":871}'\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":685,\"w\":565,\"h\":333,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":914}'\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":685,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":914}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":685,\"w\":368,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":914}'\u003eProduct Type: Two-piece Damascus bird and trout knife pair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":705,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":934}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":705,\"w\":215,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":934}'\u003eNumber of Pieces: 2, both identical\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":725,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":954}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":725,\"w\":323,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":954}'\u003eBlade Material: Forged Damascus steel, folded layers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":744,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":973}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":744,\"w\":367,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":973}'\u003eBlade Pattern: Fine wood grain with concentric swirl clusters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":764,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":993}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":764,\"w\":307,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":993}'\u003eBlade Finish: Acid-etched, light contrast over satin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":783,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1012}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":783,\"w\":372,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1012}'\u003eBlade Shape: Slender clip point, straight edge, fine drawn tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":803,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1032}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":803,\"w\":205,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1032}'\u003eOverall Length: 9 inches per knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":823,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1052}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":823,\"w\":214,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1052}'\u003eBlade Length: 4.75 inches per knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":842,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1071}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":842,\"w\":223,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1071}'\u003eHandle Length: 4.25 inches per knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":862,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1091}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":862,\"w\":240,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1091}'\u003eBlade Width at Widest Point: 0.9 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":881,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1110}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":881,\"w\":436,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1110}'\u003eHandle Material: Figured walnut, warm brown with darker grain streaks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":901,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1130}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":901,\"w\":270,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1130}'\u003eBolster: Dark hardwood block at the ricasso.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":921,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1150}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":921,\"w\":518,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1150}'\u003eFittings: Three brass per handle, one brass-lined port forward, two brass pins behind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":940,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1169}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":940,\"w\":162,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1169}'\u003eSpacer Rings \/ Inlay: None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":960,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1189}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":960,\"w\":112,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1189}'\u003eTang: Hidden tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":979,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1208}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":979,\"w\":190,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1208}'\u003eSheath \/ Storage: Not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":999,\"w\":525,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1228}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":999,\"w\":283,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":465,\"abs_y\":1228}'\u003eEdge: Hand sharpened, ready to use on arrival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1033,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1262}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1033,\"w\":497,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1262}'\u003eWalnut Handle Bird and Trout Knives Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1073,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1302}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1073,\"w\":564,\"h\":57,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1302}'\u003eWalnut runs warm brown with straight grain and darker streaks. It absorbs shock better than most kitchen hardwoods. Cold weather never makes it painful to hold. The grip widens through the middle and rounds off at the butt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1147,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1376}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1147,\"w\":550,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1376}'\u003eA dark hardwood bolster sits between the walnut and the ricasso. It shields the wood end grain from moisture. Three brass fittings run through each handle. A brass-lined port sits forward, with two brass pins behind it. The whole stack locks onto a hidden tang. Rub the walnut with oil each season and dry the steel after use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1242,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1471}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1242,\"w\":384,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1471}'\u003eBest Uses for the Marshwren Knife Pair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1282,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1511}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1282,\"w\":542,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1511}'\u003eUpland birds, panfish, and trout are the natural work here. Small game and rabbits suit these blades too. Anglers buy bird and trout knife pair sets for boat and bank. One knife lives in the vest, the other in the tackle box. It gifts well to someone starting their first season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1376,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1605}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1376,\"w\":555,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1605}'\u003eOrder the Marshwren Bird and Trout Knife today. Two fine blades handle the delicate work a big knife ruins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1431,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1660}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1431,\"w\":54,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1660}'\u003eFAQ’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1471,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1700}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1471,\"w\":200,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1700}'\u003eWhat is a bird and trout knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1507,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1736}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1507,\"w\":539,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1736}'\u003eA bird and trout knife is a slender blade for small game and fish. The narrow profile and fine point handle work a large hunting knife can't.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1562,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1791}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1562,\"w\":196,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1791}'\u003eWhy does this come as a pair?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1598,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1827}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1598,\"w\":535,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1827}'\u003eTwo knives let you keep one clean for the kitchen. The second stays in the field without touching your dinner prep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1653,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1882}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1653,\"w\":284,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1882}'\u003eHow is this different from the skinning set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1688,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1917}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1688,\"w\":561,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1917}'\u003eThe Riverfin set uses broad spear point blades for big game skinning. This pair uses slender 4.75-inch blades for birds and fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1744,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1973}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1744,\"w\":292,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":1973}'\u003eIs walnut a good handle wood for wet work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1779,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2008}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1779,\"w\":532,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2008}'\u003eWalnut is stable and resists warping better than softer woods. Dry it after use and oil it seasonally to keep it sealed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1834,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2063}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1834,\"w\":203,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2063}'\u003eWill these blades handle bone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1870,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2099}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1870,\"w\":550,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2099}'\u003eThin bird and trout blades part joints, not bone. Use a heavier blade for anything needing force.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1925,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2154}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1925,\"w\":322,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2154}'\u003eWhat is the brass port at the front of the handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1961,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2190}'\u003e\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1961,\"w\":540,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":425,\"abs_y\":2190}'\u003eThe brass-lined port takes a lanyard or a wrist cord. It also drops a little weight from the front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Divine Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52833952334111,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/2106\/9599\/files\/C85989AC-2439-466B-9DE7-2F0A07AEC28A.jpg?v=1788238548","url":"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/products\/walnut-wood-damascus-steel-bird-and-trout-knife-pair","provider":"Divine Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}