Bark RIver Knives Bitter Root Caper - 154CM Blade - Natural Canvas Micarta Handle - BA99253MNC

The Bark River Bitter Root Caper with natural canvas Micarta handle is a compact fixed-blade built for those who rely on precision and control in the field. Designed for fine work like caping and skinning, as well as general outdoor utility, this knife features a 3.25-inch satin-finished 154CM stainless steel blade. It's a steel trusted by serious users for its excellent edge retention, strength, and resistance to corrosion in the harshest environments. Measuring just over 7 inches in total length, the Bitter Root Caper is small enough to carry comfortably every day but substantial enough to perform critical tasks. The drop-point blade profile with a fine point allows for detailed, deliberate cuts where finesse is key. The satin finish reduces glare while enhancing the clean, functional lines of the blade. Whether you're dressing game in the backcountry or cutting cordage around camp, this knife offers confidence with every use. Its full-tang construction gives it rock-solid durability, and the natural canvas Micarta handle is shaped for lasting comfort and secure grip. Bark River doesn't rely on aggressive texturing—instead, the contoured scales do the work, fitting naturally in the hand and reducing fatigue during extended use. Micarta performs in all conditions, wet or dry, hot or cold, giving this knife a dependable grip no matter the situation. The knife includes a handmade brown leather belt sheath that holds the blade snugly and carries comfortably on your hip. The vertical sheath design is both practical and attractive, complementing the knife’s rugged form with classic field-ready function. Made by hand in Escanaba, Michigan, this knife reflects Bark River’s commitment to American craftsmanship. Their knives combine small-batch production consistency with the kind of detail you’d expect from custom work. The Bitter Root Caper is part of their working lineup—no gimmicks, no frills, just dependable performance from a tool made to be used.

• Manufacturer: Bark River Knives
• Model: Bitter Root Caper
• Designer: Mike Stewart 
• Overall Length: 7.13 Inches
• Blade Steel: 154CM
• Blade Length: 3.25 Inches
• Blade Thickness: 0.090 Inches
• Handle Length: 3.78 Inches
• Handle Thickness: 0.52 Inches
• Type of Lock: N/A
• Carry Position: Sheath
• Country of Origin: United States
• Weight: 2.99 Ounces