Bark River Gunny Hunter Damacarta Grey and Red Z-Wear

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The Bark River Gunny Hunter in the Z-Wear IBN Damacarta configuration is a combination of durability, precision craftsmanship and ergonomics that allows for long term comfortable use. The Z-Wear PM powder steel blade, approximately 4mm thick, provides high toughness and excellent wear resistance, making it ideal for demanding outdoor activities and precision bushcraft. The optimised blade geometry with Scandinavian or convex grind promotes efficient cutting and long blade life, even when working with hard materials.

The IBN Damacarta handle not only impresses with its unique structure inspired by natural patterns, but also provides a firm and secure grip thanks to its fine texture and ergonomic shaping. The combination of composite materials and stabilised components ensures high resistance to moisture, chemicals and temperature fluctuations. Hand finishing and precision fit full tang construction contribute to the overall strength of the knife without any play or unwanted vibration during heavy use. 

Tactical aesthetics and functionality combine in a thoughtful design where every detail supports practicality. The guard transitions seamlessly into the natural lines of the handle, eliminating the possibility of blisters when held for long periods of time. A loop at the end of the handle can be threaded through the paracord for secure attachment or hanging. The knife's construction and quality leather sheath, hand-stitched with a carefully contoured profile, promote easy belt carry and quick accessibility. The blade's finish provides additional protection against corrosion, while the balance of the entire knife allows for precise handling for both delicate and forceful cuts.

Overall length: 21 cm
Blade length: 9.5 cm
Blade material: Z-Wear
Blade thickness: 38 mm
Handle material: Damacarta not only impresses with its unique structure inspired by natural patterns, but also provides a firm and secure grip thanks to its fine texture and ergonomic shaping. IBN Damacarta is an advanced composite material that combines layered textiles with resin, while being molded under high pressure and temperature. The result is an extremely strong, dimensionally stable and visually attractive handle with characteristic "damascus" lines in the material.
Construction: full tang
Weight: 155 g
Accessories: brown leather sheath
Country of origin: Michigan,USA
Handmade

Z-Wear Steel Characteristics:
Z-Wear steel is a tool steel with high wear resistance and toughness, making it an ideal material for making knives designed for tough tasks. The chemical composition includes approximately 1.15% carbon, 7.5% chromium, 2.5% molybdenum, 1.3% vanadium and 0.75% tungsten, providing a combination of strength, abrasion resistance and the ability to hold a blade for a long time.

The microstructure, after proper heat treatment, contains finely distributed carbides that ensure uniform wear and a stable cutting edge. Hardening to hardness values between 60-64 HRC allows an optimum balance between hardness and toughness to be achieved, reducing the risk of fracture during intensive use. The high chromium content contributes to improved corrosion resistance, although it remains lower compared to stainless steels.

This steel is often used in heavy duty knives, including hunting and bushcraft blades, where the ability to withstand impact and rough handling is expected. Due to its fine texture and high abrasion resistance, it exhibits excellent blade retention even when in contact with hard materials such as wood, rope or even bone. The mechanical properties allow for relatively easy resharpening compared to extremely hard steels, increasing practicality in field use.

In knife making, machining requires a higher level of fabrication skills, especially for hardness and wear resistance. Both grinding and final polishing require the use of high quality abrasive tools, especially silicon carbide or diamond. Heat treatment involves precise temperature control and controlled tempering to achieve maximum material performance.