The 'Ratel' EDC/Hunter - Micarta

The 'Ratel' - a general purpose EDC or hunting knife. On this design I have gone back to basics to provide a compact and lightweight workhorse for everyday or in the field. The 4" blade is big enough for most tasks and with a drop point is excellent for dressing game. At 3mm thick at the spine (just under 1/8") it is light-weight, has a fine geometry and cuts superbly.
 
The blade is crafted in Bohler N690 stainless steel - a great all-round knife steel that has become the standard for custom knives in Europe. The handle scales are in Canvas Micarta and secured with two Brass Corby bolts and it has a useful lanyard loop at the back. Micarta is an incredibly tough material made from fabric that is set in resin - impervious to water and very hard wearing.
 
A veg-tanned leather sheath made by my hands with saddle stitching and some toolwork compliments the piece and will keep your Ratel secure and at-hand.
 
A practical tool with a functional finger guard, sharpening notch and a 90 degree edge on the spine for use with a ferro rod. Like it's namesake, the 'Ratel' (pronounced Rah-tel) or Honey Badger is a compact, tough, no nonsense tool that will serve you well for many years.