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Regarded as one of Cold Steel's finest hunting knives, the Master Hunter combines world-class materials with an ergonomic design that excels at skinning, field dressing, game processing, and general outdoor tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003e4.5-inch drop point blade\u003c\/strong\u003e is crafted from \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese VG-1 San Mai® III steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, a premium laminated steel construction that sandwiches a hard VG-1 stainless steel core between two tougher outer layers. This advanced construction delivers exceptional edge retention, outstanding toughness, superior corrosion resistance, and remarkable cutting performance. 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