The Nimrod is a versatile boning and game processing knife designed by Shield Knife & Tool co-founder Seth Berglee. Featuring a 4.375-inch CPM 154-CM stainless steel blade with ergonomic Micarta or G10 handle, The Nimrod excels at field processing game, filleting fish, and precision cutting tasks in both backcountry and kitchen environments. At just 3.9 ounces with sheath, it's the ideal lightweight companion for hunters and anglers.
What Makes The Nimrod Special?
The Nimrod combines razor-sharp CPM 154-CM stainless steel with an ergonomically contoured handle designed to reduce hand fatigue during extended processing sessions. The 3.25-inch cutting edge provides precise control for detail work, while the corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction makes it ideal for wet environments and easy to maintain in the field.
Blade Specifications
- Blade Length: 4.375 inches
- Cutting Edge Length: 3.25 inches - optimized for precision and control
- Blade Material: CPM 154-CM stainless steel - exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance
- Blade Thickness: 0.115 inches at spine - thin profile for precise cuts
- Blade Finish: Stonewashed or Acid Stonewash for durability and aesthetics
- Hardness: 59 HRC (Rockwell Hardness) - razor-sharp edge with excellent retention
- Blade Geometry: Optimized for boning, skinning, and filleting applications
Handle & Construction
- Handle Design: Ergonomically contoured for comfort during prolonged use
- Handle Material: Micarta or G10 composite scales - durable with excellent grip in wet conditions
- Ergonomics: Designed to reduce hand fatigue during extended processing sessions
- Grip: Textured surface provides secure handling when working with game or fish
- Balance: Optimized for precise cutting control
Overall Specifications
- Overall Length: Approximately 9.00 inches (estimated from blade length)
- Handle Length: Approximately 4.625 inches (calculated)
- Weight (knife only): Approximately 2.9 oz. (estimated)
- Weight (with sheath): 3.9 oz.
- Manufacturing: Hand finished in Montana, USA
Kydex Sheath System
- Sheath Material: Kydex thermoplastic - waterproof and extremely durable
- Sheath Weight: Approximately 1.0 oz.
- Retention: Strong and adjustable for secure carry
- Design: Slim profile, ambidextrous, fully modular, easy to clean
- Carry Options: Vertical, horizontal, or upside-down configurations
- Mounting: Compatible with provided belt loops or third-party attachments
- Versatility: Adaptable for hunting packs, belts, or kitchen storage
Technical Specifications Summary
| Specification |
Measurement |
| Overall Length |
~9.00" |
| Blade Length |
4.375" |
| Cutting Edge |
3.25" |
| Handle Length |
~4.625" |
| Blade Thickness |
0.115" |
| Blade Material |
CPM 154-CM Stainless Steel |
| Blade Finish |
Stonewashed or Acid Stonewash |
| Handle Material |
Micarta or G10 |
| Hardness |
59 HRC |
| Weight (knife) |
~2.9 oz. |
| Weight (w/ sheath) |
3.9 oz. |
| Sheath Material |
Kydex |
| Made In |
Montana, USA |
What Is CPM 154-CM Steel?
CPM 154-CM is a premium stainless steel known for its excellent balance of edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ease of sharpening. The "CPM" designation indicates it's produced using Crucible Particle Metallurgy, resulting in superior performance and consistency compared to conventional stainless steels. For a processing knife that will encounter blood, moisture, and field conditions, CPM 154-CM provides the corrosion resistance necessary while maintaining a razor-sharp edge through extended use.
Design Philosophy & Applications
The Nimrod is purpose-built for precision cutting tasks requiring control and a sharp edge. The thin blade profile (0.115" spine) slices effortlessly through meat and connective tissue, while the ergonomic handle allows for extended use without hand cramping. Whether you're field dressing an elk in the backcountry or filleting salmon in your kitchen, The Nimrod delivers professional-level performance.
Common Uses:
- Game processing and field dressing (deer, elk, antelope, wild game)
- Skinning and caping for taxidermy
- Deboning and butchering meat
- Filleting fish and processing seafood
- Trimming fat and silver skin
- Kitchen butchery and meat preparation
- Precision cutting tasks requiring control
Who Should Buy The Nimrod?
- Hunters who process their own game
- Anglers and fishing guides
- Backcountry hunters needing a lightweight processing knife
- Home butchers and meat processors
- Chefs and culinary professionals
- Anyone seeking a versatile boning and filleting knife
The Name: Nimrod
The Nimrod is named after the Biblical figure described as "a mighty hunter before the Lord" (Genesis 10:9). The name has become synonymous with skilled hunters and outdoorsmen, making it a fitting tribute to those who ethically harvest and process their own game.
Designed by Seth Berglee
Shield Knife & Tool co-founder Seth Berglee designed The Nimrod based on practical field experience processing game in Montana's backcountry. The knife reflects the needs of hunters who value a lightweight, corrosion-resistant blade that maintains its edge through an entire processing session.
Hand Finished in Montana, USA
Each Nimrod knife is hand finished in Montana, ensuring quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. Made 100% in the United States.
SKT Lifetime Warranty
The Nimrod is backed by Shield Knife & Tool's transferable lifetime warranty against defects in workmanship, materials, and manufacturing. No receipt required - if it has the SKT mark and something isn't right, we'll fix it or replace it. The warranty does not cover misuse, intentional damage, or normal wear and tear.
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Free Spa Treatment Service
Every Nimrod knife includes lifetime access to our complimentary Spa Treatment service. Send your knife back to SKT for professional sharpening, blade finish restoration, and handle reconditioning - completely free. This service ensures your processing knife maintains its razor-sharp edge and factory performance after hard use.
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