Chris Reeve Skinner Ubajane 1995

Chris Reeve Ubejane Skinner (1995) | Collectible One-Piece Fixed-Blade Knife. Discover the exclusive 1995 Chris Reeve Ubejane Skinner. Featuring a "one-piece" construction made from A2 carbon steel, this is a prestigious, historic collector’s item. Get it here!

Important: This is a collector’s item—the exact piece shown in the photos. It is in like-new condition, despite being 31 years old.

Chris Reeve Ubejane Skinner: Excellence in One-Piece Construction and High-End Collectibles

The Chris Reeve Ubejane Skinner is far more than a hunting knife; it is a genuine piece of modern cutlery history. Designed in collaboration with renowned survival and hunting expert Peter Hathaway Capstick, the Ubejane model (meaning "rhinoceros" in Zulu) was conceived to offer superior ergonomics, surgical precision, and indestructible durability in the most demanding environments.

Legendary "One-Piece" Construction

What makes this 1995 knife a highly sought-after object for collectors and enthusiasts worldwide is its iconic and innovative "One-Piece" design (a series discontinued in 2009). Machined from a solid block: Unlike conventional knives, where the blade and handle are assembled separately, the Ubejane Skinner is milled from a single, solid bar of A2 tool steel. This eliminates any structural weak points. Watertight hollow handle: The cylindrical handle features deep knurling for a non-slip grip—even in wet conditions—and houses an internal, waterproof compartment sealed by an aircraft-grade aluminum threaded cap, complete with an O-ring. Precision Skinner Geometry: Its upswept blade profile features a broad, continuous cutting edge—ideal for skinning and making clean cuts—complemented by elite heat treatment and the classic, matte-black Kal-Gard protective coating.

Acquiring a Chris Reeve knife from the 1990s (manufactured in Boise, Idaho, USA) is an investment in the gold standard of the cutlery industry. Founded by Chris Reeve—inventor of the world-renowned Integral Lock (Frame Lock) system—the brand is synonymous with micrometric tolerances, obsessive quality control, and a lifetime durability guarantee. Pieces dating from 1995 belong to the company’s golden age of artisanal production, a time when every knife underwent a highly supervised, semi-custom manufacturing process. Its scarcity in today’s market makes this Ubejane Skinner a highly sought-after investment piece that adds significant value to any private collection.

Materials:
Blade: A2 carbon steel.
Handle: A2 carbon steel.
Sheath: leather.

Measurements:
Blade: 105 mm.
Overall: 230 mm.
Tickness: 5 mm.
Weight: 302 grs.

Made in Usa.