{"product_id":"turquoise-bone-rasp-bull-cutter-knife-with-tooled-leather-sheath","title":"Turquoise \u0026 Bone Rasp Bull Cutter Knife with Tooled Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurquoise \u0026amp; Bone Rasp Bull Cutter starts with real rasp file steel. Farriers once ground this same rough steel down for hoof work. The blade keeps its raw cross-hatched texture instead of a mirror polish. That texture bites into rope, hide, and rawhide. A smooth blade cannot match that grip. The handle is natural bone, pale and mottled. No two pieces look exactly alike. A turquoise stone bolster sits above a copper spacer ring. It splits the steel from the bone with real color. This is a fixed blade built for daily use, not a display box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBull cutter blades trace back to ranch work. A short, wide-edge handle, rope, and leather make it better than a slim skinner. The straight spine gives control for push cuts. The point still stays sharp for detail work near a hide or a knot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe included leather sheath is hand tooled with a floral shell pattern. It is stitched by hand along every edge. It rides on a belt loop and holds the blade snug. Order one for the field, the barn, or the shelf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/collections\/cowboy-belt-knife\"\u003eTurquoise \u0026amp; Bone Rasp Steel Bull Cutter \u003c\/a\u003eat Divine Knives with a rasp file steel blade, a natural bone handle, and a turquoise stone bolster set above a copper spacer ring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe History Behind This Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBull cutter knives grew out of ranch tool kits across the American West. They were built wide enough to handle rope and hide. Rasp file steel comes from old farrier tools. Smiths ground it down by hand long before power tools existed. Turquoise has marked frontier and Southwestern craftwork for generations. It is prized for its color and durability. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divineknives.us\/\"\u003eDivine Knives \u003c\/a\u003epairs that rough steel and stone tradition with modern fit and finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurquoise \u0026amp; Bone Rasp Bull Cutter Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis blade holds an edge well because rasp file steel works hardens as it is ground. The cross-hatched texture is not just for looks. It grips rope, twine, and leather as you pull a cut through. The blade does not slide in your hand. The wide bull cutter profile puts weight near the edge. Cutting through thick hide takes less effort this way. Balance sits close to the bolster. That keeps the tip controlled during detail cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Steel: Rasp file steel, raw cross-hatched texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Finish: Raw natural, unpolished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Shape: Bull cutter, straight spine with upswept point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 8.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length: 4.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length: 4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material: Natural bone, cream and mottled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolster: Turquoise stone with copper spacer ring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePins: 1, dark finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTang: Full tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheath: Hand-tooled brown leather, floral shell pattern, belt loop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece Count: 1 knife with sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRasp Bull Cutter Knife Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is solid bone, shaped and polished until the grain shows through. A turquoise stone bolster caps the handle. A copper spacer ring backs it and seals the seam. One visible pin locks the bone scales to the tang. The full tang runs the length of the handle. That gives real weight for hard use. Bone takes oil well, so give it a light coat every few months. Avoid long water soaks, since bone can crack when it sits wet too long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Used For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bull cutter earns its keep on the ranch, in camp, or on a hunting trip. Rope and hide need real cutting power in those settings. Collectors like the turquoise and bone combination, since no two handles look alike. It also makes a strong gift for anyone who works outdoors. Order the Turquoise \u0026amp; Bone Rasp Bull Cutter today. The rasp steel edge and hand-tooled sheath make it a knife you will actually reach for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Turquoise \u0026amp; Bone Rasp Bull Cutter different from a Damascus bull cutter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRasp file steel keeps a raw, toothed texture instead of a folded Damascus pattern. That texture gives it more bite on rope and hide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the handle made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is natural bone with a turquoise stone bolster and a copper spacer ring above it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with a sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, it includes a hand-tooled brown leather sheath with a belt loop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade measures 4.5 inches, with an overall length of 8.5 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this knife full tang?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, the tang runs the full length of the handle for strength and balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I care for the bone handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWipe it dry after use and apply a light oil coat every few months. Avoid long water soaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good gift for hunters or ranch hands?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, its rasp steel edge and rugged bull cutter shape suit ranch, camp, and field work well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Divine Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55869430661425,"sku":"sku-52786675089695","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/4680\/3761\/files\/55146D0E-E3B8-4D6B-A858-147737DFE9B9.jpg?v=1787439690","url":"https:\/\/selfrescuetactical.com\/products\/turquoise-bone-rasp-bull-cutter-knife-with-tooled-leather-sheath","provider":"Self Rescue Tactical ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}