Elk Ridge Knives

About Elk Ridge

Elk Ridge Knives has been crafting high-quality blades for hunters, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts for over a decade.

The brand is manufactured by Master Cutlery, a company founded in 1982 with a mission to make accessible the most diverse array of high-quality, aesthetically distinctive knives and edged tools.

Master Cutlery offers more than 2,600 active SKUs across 100+ product segments, designing and introducing an industry-leading 100+ new products annually.

Elk Ridge operates under the brand tagline "Empowered to Explore," reflecting their commitment to enabling outdoor adventures.

Today, the brand continues to focus on high quality, modern design, and outstanding value for knife enthusiasts of all kinds.

Popular Elk Ridge Features

440 Stainless Steel Construction

• Provides excellent durability and corrosion resistance for long-lasting performance in outdoor conditions.

Full Tang Construction

• Offers superior balance and strength with the blade extending through the entire handle for maximum durability.

Contoured Handle Design

• Features ergonomic nylon fiber and micarta handles with camo coating for comfortable, secure grip during extended use.

Lockback Mechanisms

• Provides secure blade locking in pocket knives for safe operation and reliable performance.

Black Oxidized Finishes

• Reduces reflection and provides tactical advantage while offering additional corrosion protection.

Lifetime Warranty Coverage

• Every Elk Ridge product is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the life of the owner.

Best-Selling Elk Ridge Products

ER-300CA Hunting Knife Set

• This bestselling 2-piece fixed blade set includes a 7" skinner with 3.25" upswept blade and 6.75" guthook with 4" blade for complete game processing.

Lockback Pocket Knives

• Feature durable stainless steel blades with secure locking mechanisms, perfect for everyday carry and outdoor tasks.

Fixed Blade Survival Knives

• Built with full tang construction and contoured handles, these knives excel in camping, hiking, and survival situations.

Ballistic Knives

• Spring-action knives that launch blades for rapid deployment and retraction in tactical applications.

Outdoor Machetes

• Various machete designs provide excellent performance for outdoor work, brush clearing, and agricultural use.

Fillet Knives

• Feature flexible high-carbon stainless steel blades specifically designed for fish cleaning and filleting applications.

Survival Knife Kits

• Complete knife sets offer versatility across multiple outdoor situations with comprehensive tool selection.

Popular Uses for Elk Ridge Knives

Hunting and Game Processing

• Specialized skinners and guthooks excel at field dressing game and processing meat with precision and efficiency.

Outdoor Recreation

• Camping, hiking, and survival knives provide reliable cutting performance for campsite food preparation and outdoor utility tasks.

Fishing Applications

• Fillet knives with flexible blades make fish cleaning and filleting quick and efficient for fishing enthusiasts.

Everyday Carry

• Pocket knives offer convenient cutting solutions for daily tasks with reliable lockback mechanisms and compact designs.

Tactical and Professional Use

• Ballistic knives and tactical models provide rapid deployment capabilities for professional and defensive applications.

Elk Ridge FAQs

QUESTION: What warranty does Elk Ridge offer on their knives?
ANSWER: Every Elk Ridge product comes with a limited lifetime warranty covering defects in material and workmanship for the life of the owner.

QUESTION: What steel does Elk Ridge use in their knife blades?
ANSWER: Elk Ridge uses 440 stainless steel and 3CR13 stainless steel for optimal performance, durability, and corrosion resistance.

QUESTION: Are Elk Ridge knives good for hunting applications?
ANSWER: Yes, Elk Ridge specializes in hunting knives with features like guthooks, skinners, and game processing sets designed specifically for hunters.

QUESTION: What handle materials does Elk Ridge use on their knives?
ANSWER: Elk Ridge uses nylon fiber, micarta, and rubberized nylon handles, often with camo coating for concealment and enhanced grip.

QUESTION: Does Elk Ridge make pocket knives for everyday carry?
ANSWER: Yes, Elk Ridge produces lockback pocket knives with stainless steel blades perfect for everyday carry and daily cutting tasks.

QUESTION: Are Elk Ridge machetes suitable for outdoor work?
ANSWER: Absolutely, Elk Ridge machetes are designed for brush clearing, agricultural work, and outdoor maintenance tasks.

QUESTION: What makes Elk Ridge fillet knives special for fishing?
ANSWER: Elk Ridge fillet knives feature flexible high-carbon stainless steel blades specifically engineered for fish cleaning and filleting applications.

QUESTION: How long has Elk Ridge been making outdoor knives?
ANSWER: Elk Ridge has been crafting high-quality blades for hunters, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts for over a decade.