{"product_id":"diver-d2-sawback-bowie-knife-red-micarta","title":"Diver D2 Sawback Bowie Knife with Red Micarta Handle and Buffalo Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp\u003eMost bowie knives give you one working edge. The Diver gives you two. A 7 inch clip point blade in D2 tool steel handles slicing, carving and field dressing, while a sawtooth spine takes care of notching, scoring and trimming green branches around camp. Add a 6mm spine, a red Micarta grip with finger grooves and a thick black buffalo leather sheath, and you have a fixed blade built to work hard and stay sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the Diver Apart From a Standard Bowie?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference sits on the back of the blade. A row of saw teeth runs along the spine, giving you a second cutting surface for jobs a smooth edge struggles with: cutting notches for tent stakes, scoring a branch before you snap it, or working through stiff rope. Up front, the clip point and swedge keep the tip fine enough for detail work. At 6mm thick, the blade carries real weight behind each cut without feeling clumsy in a 12 inch overall package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diver joins our handmade \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/d2-steel-bowie-knives\"\u003eD2 steel bowie knives\u003c\/a\u003e, built for buyers who want a working fixed blade rather than a shelf piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Use D2 Tool Steel for a Sawback Bowie?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD2 is a high carbon, high chromium tool steel first developed for industrial cutting dies. Roughly 12% chromium makes it semi-stainless, and its hard carbides give it edge retention well beyond common stainless steels like 440. Hardened to 59 to 61 HRC, the Diver holds a working edge through long sessions of camp chores before it asks for the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off is worth knowing up front: D2 takes longer to sharpen than softer steels, and it is not fully rust-proof. A diamond plate makes sharpening quick work, and a light wipe of oil after use keeps the blade clean. For a closer look at how it compares with pattern-welded steel, read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/damascus-vs-d2-steel\"\u003eDamascus vs D2 steel guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Does the Sawback Spine Work in the Field?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat the saw teeth as a notching and scoring tool rather than a replacement for a folding saw. Short, controlled strokes work best on small green branches, cordage and, when processing game, through joints and cartilage. For thicker limbs, score a ring with the teeth, then snap the branch cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA note from the workshop: sawback knives are poor batoning tools. Striking the teeth chews up your baton and can chip the spine. Use the Diver for feather sticks, notches and carving, and leave heavy splitting to one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/handmade-axes\"\u003ehandmade axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Micarta Handle With Finger Grooves\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5 inch handle is shaped from red Micarta, a layered fabric and resin composite that will not swell, crack or warp the way wood can. Micarta actually grips better when wet, which matters when your hands are cold, muddy or working through a field dressing job in the rain. Deep finger grooves lock your hand in place, and the brass guard keeps fingers behind the edge during push cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brass-lined lanyard hole at the butt takes a paracord loop for added retention. Curious how Micarta stacks up against other grips? See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/best-knife-handle-materials-wood-vs-micarta-vs-steel\"\u003eknife handle materials comparison\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThick Black Buffalo Leather Sheath\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuffalo hide is thicker and denser than standard cowhide, which makes it a natural match for a heavy 6mm blade with saw teeth. The Diver's sheath is cut from thick black buffalo leather, double stitched along the welt and fitted with a snap retention strap that holds the knife securely through brush and long days on the trail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is the Diver Built For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHunting:\u003c\/strong\u003e the clip point handles skinning cuts and quartering, while the saw teeth help through joints. Hunters wanting a dedicated game blade can also compare our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/d2-steel-hunting-knives\"\u003eD2 steel hunting knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCamping:\u003c\/strong\u003e cut cordage, notch tent stakes, prep food and trim kindling without packing extra tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBushcraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e carve feather sticks, shape trap triggers and cut shelter notches. More options live in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/d2-steel-bushcraft-knives\"\u003eD2 steel bushcraft knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollecting:\u003c\/strong\u003e if the sawback silhouette brings classic film survival bowies to mind, browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/collections\/handmade-rambo-bowie-knives\"\u003ehandmade Rambo bowie knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDiver Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD2 tool steel (semi-stainless)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59 to 61 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClip point bowie with sawback spine and swedge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 in (17.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm (about 1\/4 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 in (12.7 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 in (30.5 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Micarta, finger grooves, brass-lined lanyard hole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTang\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSheath\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThick black buffalo leather with snap retention strap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for Your D2 Sawback Bowie\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the blade dry after every use, especially after contact with blood, salt or acidic food. Add a thin coat of mineral oil before storage, and keep the knife out of the sheath for long-term storage, since leather holds moisture against steel. A stiff brush clears debris from between the saw teeth. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-care-for-a-damascus-knife\"\u003eknife care guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers oiling and sharpening in more detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCarrying a Bowie Knife in Canada and the US\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFixed blade bowie knives are legal to own across Canada and most of the United States, with carry rules that vary by province, state and city. Before heading out, read our guide to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/bowie-knife-laws-in-canada-what-hunters-should-know\"\u003ebowie knife laws in Canada\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Steel Knives","offers":[{"title":"Knife without Engraving","offer_id":67596026544291,"sku":"275","price":180.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With With Engraving","offer_id":67596026577059,"sku":"275-1","price":200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/4621\/4332\/files\/diver-d2-sawback-bowie-knife-red-micarta.webp?v=1790960154","url":"https:\/\/www.stagsteelknives.com\/products\/diver-d2-sawback-bowie-knife-red-micarta","provider":"Stag Steel Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}