Old Hickory Hop Knife -- "Grade B" Scythes & Accessories The tang is a half-stop

The tang is a half-stop design which

which is prone to cracking

we find the design best suited for carry in a pack

this also permits us to more easily shave them down to significantly lighten them and smooth the taper

Inspired by traditional Nepalese kukris

Old Hickory Hop Knife -- "Grade B" Scythes & Accessories The tang is a half-stopLike a small clip point butcher's knife with a full flat grind, the Old Hickory hop knife would be an excellent candidate for general farm and garden utility or for use as an inexpensive belt knife. A lot of knife for the price! The only thing wrong with this example is a knot in the wood of the handle. If selecting the Special Grade option we will thin and refine the factory edge.