{"product_id":"clip-point-farrier-rasp-bowie-knife-stag-antler-handle","title":"Clip Point Farrier Rasp Hunting Bowie Knife – 16 Inch Stag Antler Handle with Leather Sheath","description":"\u003ch2\u003eForged From the Horse's Forge. Built for the Frontier.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe farrier rasp is one of the hardest-working tools in any blacksmith's shed — used to shape and file the toughest hooves, tempered for extreme durability, and carrying a surface texture unlike any other steel on earth. When a master bladesmith takes a farrier rasp and forges it into a Bowie knife, the result is something entirely its own: a blade covered wall-to-wall in the iconic triangle rasp pattern that catches light at every angle, holds an edge with ferocious tenacity, and tells a story with every inch of its surface. At 16 inches overall with an 11-inch clip point blade and a full natural stag antler handle anchored by a steel D-guard, this knife is not a subtle carry — it is a statement. A frontier statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Forged Farrier Rasp Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClip Point Bowie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Polished with Natural Rasp Triangle Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRazor Sharp — Excellent Edge Retention\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Stag Antler with Steel D-Guard \u0026amp; Silver Collar Rings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHidden Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandcrafted Genuine Brown Basketweave Embossed Leather Belt Sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — 100% Handmade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand forged farrier rasp steel blade — unique triangle pattern covering the full blade flat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11-inch clip point Bowie profile — razor sharp with excellent edge retention from rasp steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel D-guard with silver collar rings — classic frontier Bowie protection and aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural stag antler handle — every handle unique, warm grip, naturally textured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand polished finish — the rasp triangle pattern is preserved and highlighted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted brown basketweave embossed genuine leather belt sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% handmade — no two knives identical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBlade Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFarrier rasp steel begins its life as a professional horse hoof rasp — a tool made from high carbon steel and heat-treated to an extreme hardness to handle the demands of shaping horse hooves. When this steel is forged into a blade, it brings all of that hardness and edge-holding ability with it. The triangle rasp pattern that covers the blade flat is not decorative — it is the original surface of the rasp, preserved through the forging and shaping process and revealed under the hand polish. No two blades have the same pattern distribution. The clip point profile gives this knife both slicing performance and a precise tip for detail work. At 11 inches, the blade has real presence and serious cutting capability for camp, field, and collection use alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandle Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handle is carved from a solid section of natural stag antler — one of the most prized handle materials in American knife making. Stag antler is dense, naturally textured for grip, warm in the hand, and visually stunning. No two stag antler handles are identical — the natural grain, color variation, and crown shape of each piece are unique to that animal and that section of antler. The steel D-guard protects the hand during aggressive use and gives the knife its unmistakable frontier silhouette. Silver collar rings between the guard and handle add a refined finishing touch that contrasts beautifully against the raw organic antler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSheath Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sheath is handcrafted from genuine brown leather embossed with a full-face basketweave pattern. The embossing is deep and crisp, giving the sheath both visual character and a textured grip surface. A leather belt loop and snap button closure allow for secure belt carry. The sheath is sized and shaped specifically for this knife — it fits flush, retains the blade securely, and protects the edge during carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery element of this knife is made by hand. The blade is forged from a real farrier rasp, shaped at the anvil, and hand polished to reveal the full character of the rasp surface. The handle is fitted by hand — the antler is shaped, the guard is set, and the collar rings are placed with precision. The sheath is cut, embossed, and stitched by hand. This is not a production knife — it is a one-of-a-kind handmade piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIncluded With Your Purchase\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Clip Point Farrier Rasp Bowie Knife — Stag Antler Handle with D-Guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Handcrafted Brown Basketweave Leather Belt Sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBowie knife collectors · Farrier rasp blade enthusiasts · Hunters and big game outdoorsmen · Frontier and Western knife collectors · Stag antler handle fans · Premium knife gift buyers · Americana and heritage blade collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe the blade dry after use. Apply a thin coat of mineral oil or blade oil to the surface regularly to protect the carbon steel from oxidation. The rasp pattern surface can hold moisture in its texture — dry thoroughly after any exposure to rain or water. Condition the leather sheath with leather conditioner seasonally. Store in a dry, ventilated area away from moisture and direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKeep out of reach of children. Always follow applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding carrying of fixed-blade knives.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes farrier rasp steel different from regular high carbon steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFarrier rasp steel starts as a professional tool steel, heat-treated to extreme hardness for hoof work. That hardness translates directly to the blade — excellent edge retention and a surface pattern that is completely unique to rasp-forged blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the triangle pattern on the blade functional or just decorative?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is the original rasp surface — not added after forging. It is a natural result of the steel's origin as a farrier rasp, preserved through the blade-making process. It adds grip texture to the flat and contributes to the blade's unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a D-guard and why does it matter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA D-guard is a curved steel hand guard shaped like the letter D. It protects the fingers during aggressive use — chopping, heavy camp work, and any task where the hand might slip forward toward the blade. It is both functional and a classic Bowie aesthetic element.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the stag antler handle slippery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural stag antler has an inherently textured, porous surface that provides excellent grip even when wet. The D-guard adds additional hand security. This is one of the most secure handle combinations available on a large Bowie knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this knife be used for hunting and field dressing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 11-inch clip point blade handles heavy camp and hunting tasks effectively. The razor sharp edge and excellent edge retention from the rasp steel make it capable for field dressing, skinning, and camp processing work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueamericanblades.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003eBowie Knives\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueamericanblades.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003eHunting Knives\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueamericanblades.com\/collections\/skinner-knives\"\u003eSkinner Knives\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueamericanblades.com\/collections\/tracker-knives\"\u003eTracker Knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLegal Notice: Buyers are responsible for knowing and following all applicable local, state, and federal laws before ordering, possessing, or carrying this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True American Blades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53502500897135,"sku":"TAB-44","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/8521\/5343\/files\/image_617c08d2-f09f-49c0-91e2-c3cd1c5f4ccf.png?v=1789929960","url":"https:\/\/trueamericanblades.com\/products\/clip-point-farrier-rasp-bowie-knife-stag-antler-handle","provider":"True American Blades","version":"1.0","type":"link"}