Field Journal

Bull elk bugling in front of fall colors
Best Knife for Elk Hunting: The Ultralight Two-Knife Setup
An elk is a lot of animal, and for most elk hunters we don't think the best knife is one knife. Here's why we recommend a two-knife setup. Read more...
Kestrel Mountain Caper 2.0 caping knife with a bighorn ram
How to Choose a Caping Knife: What Really Matters in the Field
Not every hunting knife is a good caping knife. Here's what actually makes one better than another: blade size, tip and geometry, grip, steel, sharpening and weight. Read more...
Kestrel Ovis Hunter 2.0 MagnaCut hunting knife
MagnaCut for Hunting Knives: Is It Really Worth It?
Is MagnaCut worth it for hunting knives? How it balances edge retention, toughness and corrosion resistance, how to care for it, and which Kestrel knives use it. Read more...