Built with a decade of hands-on knifemaking experience, the Samuel Riner Custom Knives Clinch Fixed Blade is designed around a simple goal: create durable, high-quality knives that work hard for you. Crafted in Clinton, Tennessee, the Clinch is the second knife to join the Riner lineup and has remained one of the brand’s longest-running designs. Its proven combination of practical size, tough materials, and versatile performance makes it a dependable choice for everyday carry, game processing, and outdoor work.
The Clinch features a 3.5-inch plain-edge blade made from 80CrV2 carbon steel. Known for its toughness and ability to take and maintain a working edge, 80CrV2 is well suited to a knife intended for real-world use. The acid-washed finish gives the blade a rugged, distinctive appearance while complementing the knife’s hard-working character. Whether you’re processing game, preparing camp, or handling everyday cutting chores, the Clinch offers a capable working edge in a compact fixed-blade package.
A brown Fern Micarta handle gives the knife a warm, natural look while providing a durable grip suited to regular use. The handle’s textured Micarta construction offers the kind of secure feel you want when working with a fixed blade, while the brown Fern pattern adds a touch of individuality to the otherwise rugged design.
Measuring 7.5 inches overall and weighing just 4.5 ounces, the Clinch occupies a versatile middle ground. It’s substantial enough for demanding outdoor tasks without becoming cumbersome as an everyday carry knife. Riner designed the Clinch with bushcraft in mind as well, and its sturdy construction makes it capable of tasks such as batoning when conditions call for more than basic cutting.
The included Kydex scout carry sheath provides a secure and practical way to carry the Clinch while keeping its compact profile accessible. The positive retention makes it a dependable companion whether you’re moving through the woods, working around camp, or carrying it as part of your everyday outdoor gear.
From its roots as the second addition to the Riner collection to its continued role as a versatile EDC and game-processing knife, the Clinch represents Samuel Riner’s focus on building knives that are meant to be used. With its acid-washed 80CrV2 blade, brown Fern Micarta handle, compact dimensions, and capable fixed-blade construction, it’s a rugged tool ready to earn its place in your kit.
Available at Smoky Mountain Knife Works, a Tennessee landmark and the world’s largest knife store.
