{"product_id":"us-42-field-pattern-fighting-knife","title":"US ’42 Field Pattern Hunting Knife","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"931\" data-start=\"914\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery knife is 100% handmade. Every part of it is made by hand, not mass produced, not machine perfect. Variations in finish, lines, and shape are normal and part of the character of a genuine handmade knife. BTK knives are my designs, handmade to my specs and hand finished in Australia with a dull working polish, built for use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eIntended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eThis knife is designed for lawful hunting, camping and bush use only. It is not intended for combat or unlawful activity. Buyers are responsible for complying with their local laws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"146\"\u003eThis is my take on the US ’42 Field Pattern knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"305\"\u003eI chose this design because it’s a clean military field pattern from the early 1940s. Straightforward, practical and built around function rather than flash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"494\"\u003eThe blade is \u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"354\"\u003e25cm of 1095 high carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, tough and made to hold a proper working edge. It’s sharpened on one side with a solid spine, keeping it durable and reliable in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eThe handle is \u003cstrong data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"542\"\u003e13cm with an aluminium guard\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving solid hand protection while keeping the overall weight down and the balance comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eIt weighs \u003cstrong data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"688\"\u003e365g including the leather sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the lighter field patterns while still feeling solid in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eLike the rest of my knives, this is a functional replica. It’s built to be used, not just displayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eIt comes with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e100% genuine leather sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e to suit the blade properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: Sheath colour may differ from the picture depending on available dyes at the time of production.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eBlade length: 25cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eHandle length: 13cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eSteel: 1095 high carbon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eEdge: Single edge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eGuard: Aluminium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eSheath: Genuine leather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eTotal weight (with sheath): 365g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003eSteel Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eThis knife is made from 1095 high carbon steel. That means it’s tough and holds a great edge, but like all high carbon steels, it needs basic maintenance. Keep it lightly oiled to prevent rust. After use — especially after hunting or being outdoors — wipe it down and give it a light spray of WD-40 or another quality oil. A quick wipe with an oiled rag every now and then will keep it in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003eSimple. Practical. Built properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1798\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eMade for Australians.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Heritage Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43036998991985,"sku":null,"price":229.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/5287\/1537\/files\/pro-shot-6d20bdd6-f5a1-4924-9d21-8b7c48cac938.jpg?v=1772359594","url":"https:\/\/australianheritageknives.com\/products\/us-42-field-pattern-fighting-knife","provider":"Australian Heritage Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}