Adam Scepaniak 09.09.24
Ball and Buck is known for crafting premium outdoor goods in many fields of discipline depending on the gear that your latest endeavor may require. Their latest collaboration is a 2nd limited edition installment between themselves and legendary bladesmith Daniel Winkler featuring a Winkler Highland Hatchet and Huntsman Fixed Blade Knife.
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Ball and Buck X Winkler Highland Hatchet
First up, we have the Ball and Buck X Winkler Highland Hatchet or camp axe that has an MSRP of $698. High in price, but equally high in quality, this hatchet dons signature Ball and Buck deco lines with classic white oak handles and a timeless leather sheath from Chattanooga Leather Works. Only 50 of the Winkler Highland Hatchets will be made.
- White Oak Handle with Exclusive Ball and Buck Engraving to Provide Extra grip
- Durable and Extremely Sharp 80CRV2 Blade Steel Black Oxide No-Glare Finish
- Ball and Buck Signature Leather Blade Cover Made by Chattanooga Leather Works
- Head Length: 4 7/8″
- Overall Length: 10 7/8″
- Blade Thickness: 3/8″
- Skeletonized Full Tapered Tang
- Hammer Pole Head
The Ball and Buck x Winkler Highland Hatchet is a rugged, reliable tool that transcends mere functionality; it’s an invitation to embrace a remarkable lifestyle that honors tradition. Constructed of ⅜” thick 80CRV2 blase steel with Black Oxide no-glare finish and White Oak handles, the Winkler Highlander hatchet is at home splitting kindling for a campfire or processing wild game in the field.
Ball and Buck X Winkler Huntsman Fixed Blade Knife
The next blade in this 2nd limited edition run is the Ball and Buck X Winkler Huntsman Fixed Blade Knife with an MSRP of $448. This collab knife has a similar exterior aesthetic as the Winkler Highland Hatchet in an obviously much smaller form factor. There will be 100 of these made for sale to the public.
- White Oak Handle with Exclusive Ball and Buck Engraving to Provide Extra Grip
- Durable and Extremely Sharp 80CRV2 Blade Steel with Black Oxide No-Glare Finish
- Ball And Buck Signature Leather And Boltaron® molded Sheath Made By Chattanooga Leather Works
- Blade Length: 3 1/2″
- Overall Length: 7 3/8″
- Blade Thickness: 3/16″
- Skeletonized Full Tang
- Thumb Index File Work
The Ball and Buck X Winkler Huntsman Fixed Blade Knife features a versatile 3/16” thick and 3.5-inch long 80CRV2 Blade making it perfect for hunters and outdoorsmen. Based on the “Huntsman model” it is appropriately sized for everyday carry (EDC) and excels in a wide range of applications from skinning and gutting wild game, cutting paracord, or just opening a box. The Ball and Buck X Winkler Huntsman Fixed Blade Knife comes complete with a leather and Boltaron® molded sheath that is adjustable for left and right hand draw that is made by Chattanooga Leather Works.
Be sure to check out both of these knives HERE on Ball and Buck’s website
