So I’ve been talking with Stuart regularly since getting to know him last year. We started batting the idea around of what sort of shape new models could be and he kindly sent me some knives to try out on some big culls. We’ve had a few times this year of shooting 35 + deer a week so ideal for testing different bits of kit out.
Anyway, last week I took delivery of project 1164, as soon as it’s in the hand you know it’s going to be a winner. Indeed a lot of you guys commented saying how good it looked. The deer manager I have been working with on this is a fastidious and professional guy and took no prisoners in his feedback at times, but with this we both agree stuart has knocked it put of the park. The blade is wide enough to feel stronger than a butchers knife, yet narrow enough to make internal cuts with ease, the dimensions of the knife are perfect for the smallest 3 species, that’s what it’s been designed for and the maker has nailed the brief. (Almost, lanyard hole needs to go in my opinion
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The sf100 steel is a joy to work with, it sharpens easily, holds a great edge, and seems very resistant to stains. We have not babied this knife, it’s been used for heads and legs too. The point is very fine and perfect for hocking and removing the head at the atlas joint. I’ll also mention as I know it’s important to some of the knife guys on here that Stuart’s makers mark is deep and clean, there’s no way it will wear off the blade.
It will be available with a kydex sheath or leather, and the leather sheaths Stuart’s knives come with are beautiful, made to last a lifetime and comfortable to carry. His kydex is good too, very neat and fit for purpose.
I’m looking forward to continuing to put this little blade through its paces in the roe buck season and I’m excited to get my hands on and test the next two models. I’m not being paid to write any of this, just excited to be able to test these very cool blades.
I recommend anyone to send Stuart a message, he’s generous with his time, and will eventually be convinced not to fit lanyard holes on hunting blades.
Anyway, last week I took delivery of project 1164, as soon as it’s in the hand you know it’s going to be a winner. Indeed a lot of you guys commented saying how good it looked. The deer manager I have been working with on this is a fastidious and professional guy and took no prisoners in his feedback at times, but with this we both agree stuart has knocked it put of the park. The blade is wide enough to feel stronger than a butchers knife, yet narrow enough to make internal cuts with ease, the dimensions of the knife are perfect for the smallest 3 species, that’s what it’s been designed for and the maker has nailed the brief. (Almost, lanyard hole needs to go in my opinion
) The sf100 steel is a joy to work with, it sharpens easily, holds a great edge, and seems very resistant to stains. We have not babied this knife, it’s been used for heads and legs too. The point is very fine and perfect for hocking and removing the head at the atlas joint. I’ll also mention as I know it’s important to some of the knife guys on here that Stuart’s makers mark is deep and clean, there’s no way it will wear off the blade.
It will be available with a kydex sheath or leather, and the leather sheaths Stuart’s knives come with are beautiful, made to last a lifetime and comfortable to carry. His kydex is good too, very neat and fit for purpose.
I’m looking forward to continuing to put this little blade through its paces in the roe buck season and I’m excited to get my hands on and test the next two models. I’m not being paid to write any of this, just excited to be able to test these very cool blades.
I recommend anyone to send Stuart a message, he’s generous with his time, and will eventually be convinced not to fit lanyard holes on hunting blades.
