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The Alaskan
23 May 2011, 13:15
fairgameThe Alaskan
I was given a hunting knife some years back called an Alaskan. It has a broad 6 inch blade and does not look anything special and probably inexpensive. Produced by 'Knives of Alaska'. Does anyone know of the company or history of?
The steel is incredibly hard and keeps its edge much longer than any of my other knives and I have many. I have abused it by hammering it when axing through bone, I have used it as a chisel, screwdriver, axe and lever. I have lent it to trackers and skinners and it is still unscathed, unblemished.
My advice is if they are still in production is to get one. And if any Alaskans are coming this way then I would be very willing to purchase another.
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23 May 2011, 15:26
Mike SmithYes they are still around as far as I know I have a couple o their knives as well. I have two different sized skinners and one filet knife. the steel is hard and holds a good edge but the other side of that is they can be a real pain to sharpen. The were not expensive but were middle of the road knives. I am sure we can find something you will approve of. Then it is just a matter of who is heading your way.
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23 May 2011, 15:38
fairgameThanks Mike. I use a diamond Dianova Lapstone file which cuts a fine edge.
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23 May 2011, 16:14
Cross LAs far as I know Cabelas still carries the Knives of Alaska brand.
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23 May 2011, 16:28
miles58KOA is still alive and healthy.
They have expanded their offerings over the years.
The steel in the knife you have is likely D2.
23 May 2011, 18:18
twoseventyThey are called Knives of Alaska but I think they are made in Texas.
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23 May 2011, 19:17
Mike Smith
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23 May 2011, 19:51
Greg BrownleeGreat knives. I've got the hunter pro pack which has a little hatchet for cutting through the pelvis and sternum. They aren't too cheap, but they are excellent knives. I keep mine pretty well oiled after use, but have yet to have to sharpen them other than a touch up after using them for a couple of seasons. Taking them to Alaska with me this year on a DIY wilderness moose hunt, so hopefully they hold up as well as the have been on deer and hogs!
http://www.knivesofalaska.com/23 May 2011, 21:03
Oday450Very good knives, mediocre sheaths, and terrible customer service.
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I was given a hunting knife some years back called an Alaskan. It has a broad 6 inch blade and does not look anything special and probably inexpensive. Produced by 'Knives of Alaska'. Does anyone know of the company or history of?
Yeah, they are made in Denison, TX right down the road from my hospital. Nigel also hunted this fellow and is always wanting to go visit him when he is at my home.
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23 May 2011, 22:16
Larry SellersThe Alaskan made by Knives of Alaska sells for about $200.00. I have the African model and is a very good knife. Actually I own 10 knives made by this Company.
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23 May 2011, 23:55
Mike SmithGreg make sure you keep them well oiled. Probably my biggest complaint was the quickness that the early knives rusted when in and around water all day. This was especially true if woking the coastline for bears and the salt air got to them. I think they changed the steel later in production and got a much more resistant product. I could be wrong about that though. Anyone else buy one of the first knives they made?
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24 May 2011, 12:21
ScriptusKinda fancy the looks of their #326
Alpha Wolf Drop Point Hunter d2.
24 May 2011, 18:10
adamhunterI have their Muskrat model. Best thing going for skinning that I have used....other than a tennis ball and pick up truck.
30+ years experience tells me that perfection hit at .264. Others are adequate but anything before or after is wishful thinking.