Is the Nieto Pig Sticker legal to carry while hunting in Australia?

Yes, as a dedicated hunting fixed-blade knife featuring an integrated double guard, it is fully suited for Australian pig doggers and hunters. However, carriage is subject to state-specific edged-weapon laws, meaning it must be transported securely with a lawful recreational hunting purpose.

Can I use the 20cm blade for skinning and camp chores like splitting wood?

No, the Nieto Pig Sticker is specifically engineered for terminal dispatch and features a long, thick penetrating tip that is ill-suited for delicate skinning or caping. For camp tasks like heavy chopping, bone cleaving, or wood splitting, you should rely on an axe or a dedicated heavy camp knife instead.

How does the knife handle harsh outback weather conditions?

The knife is built with a full-tang 4mm 440 stainless steel blade and durable green Micarta/Katex composite handle scales secured by triple heavy-duty rivets. These materials offer high resistance to moisture, blood, and extreme Australian temperatures ranging from alpine cold to over 45°C outback heat without cracking or degrading.

Pig Sticker Knife - Nieto N-V1N

The Nieto Pig Sticker Green 20cm Blade is a dedicated fixed-blade pig sticking knife co-developed with Australian hunters specifically for wild boar hunting and dispatching bayed game. Built for terminal penetration at contact distance, the knife features a rigid, full-tang design that pierces heavy gristle, shoulder shields, and chest cavities without blade deflection.

Key Features

Deep Penetration Profile: Features a tapered, drop-point sticking profile designed for rapid, direct access to vital organs during close-quarters dispatch.
Full-Tang Strength: Solid single-piece construction through the handle withstands high-stress lateral and thrusting forces in rugged scrub conditions.
Integrated Safety Crossguard: Dual hand guard prevents the user's hand from sliding forward onto the sharpened edge during forceful stabbing motions.
Durable Composite Grip: Green Katex/Micarta scales are secured with three heavy-duty rivets, offering grip retention and resistance to blood, moisture, and impact.
Leather Belt Sheath: Includes a genuine leather sheath for secure belt carry and quick field deployment.

Specifications

Blade Length: 200 mm – 210 mm (approx. 8.5 in)
Blade Thickness: 4 mm
Blade Steel: 440 Stainless Steel
Overall Length: Approx. 350 mm
Weight: Approx. 335 g
Tang Construction: Full tang with integrated double guard
Handle Material: Green Katex / Micarta composite with triple rivets
Sheath: Genuine leather belt sheath

Who is the Nieto Pig Sticker Green 20cm Blade for?

Australian wild boar hunters using dogs — requires a fixed-blade pig sticking knife with a 200 mm to 210 mm blade length and 4 mm thickness to reach the vital organs of bayed feral pigs through tough shoulder shields without snapping.
Professional feral animal control operators — relies on a 335 g dedicated sticking knife constructed from 440 stainless steel and dense composite scales for durable, corrosion-resistant service during repeatable, close-quarters feral pig dispatch.

Less suitable for: Skinning, caping, or delicate field dressing tasks requiring blades under 100 mm (where a dedicated curved skinning knife or gut-hook is suited), heavy camp chopping and wood splitting (which requires an axe or heavy camp knife), or long-range throwing applications.

SKU	NO40366LP
Model #	N-V1N
Brand	Nieto
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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