Can I sharpen MagnaCut steel myself?

Yes, but it requires diamond or ceramic sharpening stones. MagnaCut is harder than most hunting steels, so standard Arkansas stones and honing rods won't cut it efficiently. The edge lasts long enough that you'll sharpen less often, but when you do, plan for a harder steel.

Does the gut hook attach to the knife or carry separately?

It carries separately in its own slot in the sheath. You pull the gut hook when you need it and leave the blade clean for cutting. Both tools lock into the same Boltaron sheath system.

How do I configure the sheath for different carry positions?

The sheath uses a modular mounting system with multiple attachment points. You can set it for horizontal, vertical, or angled carry by moving the mounting hardware to different holes in the Boltaron. The exact configuration depends on your belt or pack setup.

Is this knife legal to carry in all states?

Fixed-blade knife laws vary by state and locality. Some places restrict blade length, carry method, or intent. Check your local regulations before carrying any fixed blade in public.

SlipRidge™ Fixed Combo | Rust Orange G10

stainless steel
Made in USA

The 3-second version

3.8-inch MagnaCut blade holds an edge through heavy field use
Separate gut hook in 440C steel for opening without dulling the blade
Deep finger choil and contoured grip for safe close-quarters work
Built for hunting, not general outdoor use
Fixed blade requires belt or pack carry
MagnaCut steel needs proper sharpening tools

Why it's on GiftsFeed

Fixed-blade knife and gut hook for field-dressing big game

Most hunting knives force you to choose between a blade that opens cleanly and one that cuts well, or they dull the main edge on work that should never touch it. This kit separates the gut hook from the blade entirely, so you use the right tool at each step without compromise. The MagnaCut steel matters because it stays sharp through the full process—quartering, deboning, trimming—without the constant honing that softer stainless requires. If you process more than one animal a season, a blade that holds its edge pays for the trouble of carrying two tools instead of one.

Good gift when

Hunters who process their own game in the field
People who want a dedicated tool for each stage of field work
Anyone who needs edge retention over multiple animals per season
Outdoors users tired of resharpening mid-trip

Skip it if Only necessary if you field-dress large animals—overkill for everyday carry or general camping tasks

Specs

Blade Length: 3.8 inches
Blade Steel: MagnaCut stainless
Blade Style: Drop-point
Handle Material: G10
Handle Color: Rust Orange
Gut Hook Steel: 440C stainless
Gut Hook Finish: Rust Orange Cerakote
Sheath Material: Boltaron
Sheath Color: OD Green

What's included

Fixed-blade knife with MagnaCut blade
440C stainless steel gut hook
Modular Boltaron sheath

If you're giving it

No sizing to guess

Ships in a utility sheath, not gift packaging. Knife laws vary by location.

The details

This fixed-blade hunting knife ships with a separate gut hook, both designed to handle the full sequence of field work on large animals. The drop-point blade runs 3.8 inches, long enough to work through muscle and connective tissue without becoming unwieldy when precision matters. The belly is generous, the tip rides high, and the edge comes factory-sharpened using a fine-grit process that leaves it ready to use.

The handle is molded from textured G10 in rust orange, shaped to resist rolling in wet or bloody hands. A deep finger choil sits forward of the handle, giving you a safe forward grip for close work. Contoured thumb rests let you choke up on the blade when detail tasks demand it.

The blade steel is MagnaCut, a stainless alloy formulated for edge retention and toughness in outdoor use. It holds an edge longer than most hunting blades and resists corrosion without constant maintenance.

The gut hook is machined from 440C stainless and coated in rust orange Cerakote. It mounts separately, so you carry only what the task requires.

Both tools ride in a Boltaron sheath in olive drab. The mounting system is modular—swap attachment points to carry horizontal, vertical, or at an angle. The sheath locks each tool securely and releases with deliberate pressure, not accidental contact.

Benchmade

SlipRidge™ Fixed Combo | Rust Orange G10

3.8-inch drop-point blade in MagnaCut steel with modular carry sheath

$350at benchmade.com

Quantity

Ships and sold by Benchmade. About this merchant

The 3-second version

3.8-inch MagnaCut blade holds an edge through heavy field use
Separate gut hook in 440C steel for opening without dulling the blade
Deep finger choil and contoured grip for safe close-quarters work
Built for hunting, not general outdoor use
Fixed blade requires belt or pack carry
MagnaCut steel needs proper sharpening tools

Questions

Can I sharpen MagnaCut steel myself?: Yes, but it requires diamond or ceramic sharpening stones. MagnaCut is harder than most hunting steels, so standard Arkansas stones and honing rods won't cut it efficiently. The edge lasts long enough that you'll sharpen less often, but when you do, plan for a harder steel.
Does the gut hook attach to the knife or carry separately?: It carries separately in its own slot in the sheath. You pull the gut hook when you need it and leave the blade clean for cutting. Both tools lock into the same Boltaron sheath system.
How do I configure the sheath for different carry positions?: The sheath uses a modular mounting system with multiple attachment points. You can set it for horizontal, vertical, or angled carry by moving the mounting hardware to different holes in the Boltaron. The exact configuration depends on your belt or pack setup.
Is this knife legal to carry in all states?: Fixed-blade knife laws vary by state and locality. Some places restrict blade length, carry method, or intent. Check your local regulations before carrying any fixed blade in public.