Gut Hook Knives
#3
RE: Gut Hook Knives
While I don't actually have a gut hook knife, my uncle does and he swaers by them. I havea gut hook on my knife and it works okay. I wouldn't geta new one just for a gut hook though.
#6
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Apr 2004
Posts: 3,236
RE: Gut Hook Knives
I have found that they work amazingly well on immature deer and just ok on an old mature buck. Older deer have thicker skin and the hook doesn't cut as well as with yearlings and such. But I still like mine and will continue using it. No matter what, they save time and are simple to use. I find that they will prevent you from cutting your two fingers off if nothing else.
#7
RE: Gut Hook Knives
I like mine. I usually do 2 passes to open up a deer. First passI just unzip the skin. The second pass, I unzip the body cavity.Young deer I do in just one pass. I find it much easier and faster than a conventional knife.
I'm surprised most on here don't like them.
I'm surprised most on here don't like them.
#9
Boone & Crockett
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Ponce de Leon Florida USA
Posts: 10,079
RE: Gut Hook Knives
I'm still trying to figure out a good method of sharpening the hook. I've tried a large chain saw file and Dremel, but I guess I need a special made sharpener. They are handy IMHO.
#10
RE: Gut Hook Knives
ORIGINAL: CtHunter8
I dont really see the point. aint nothin you cant do with a regular knife
-Travis-
I dont really see the point. aint nothin you cant do with a regular knife
-Travis-