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J
Jim
Great

Great blade I love it well worth the purchase

B
Bruse
Five stars

Tops knives are very well made. If you do a lot of outdoor and camping Tops is the knife to have!
I'm pretty sure KaBar's BK9 has some serious competition here. I love this knife! Great for my collection. I love it well worth the purchase

L
Luke
TOPS Anaconda 9 Knife

This Knife is heavy, big, and looks really badass. Let's get real: if you are buying this knife for bushcraft, you are better off with a machete or a sport axe and good solid 4-5" fixed blade with hard steel, like a bark river knife. However, it you want a really badass looking knife, this is it. I used it to hack through some softwood logs about 4" in diameter and some hickory about 2" in diameter. It worked almost as well as an axe. When I was done, the blade had several small chips in it. My wrist was also tired. With a machete to cut wood, I can use my shoulder and back muscles, but with this knife, I pretty much had to use my wrist and elbow. By the time I was done, I could feel it in my wrist.

For close in work, you will want to have a good folding or fixed blade knife. This blade is too unwieldy for details like feathersticking or skinning fresh meat.

The blade comes pretty sharp, but if you want a "scary sharp" edge, or need to remove chips, you will have to reprofile it. Since this is such a long blade, that can take a while. Look up "virtuvoice" on youtube if you don't know how to do this already. Be sure to dull the blade by the last finger grip so that you don't cut your finger as I did

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your shipping policies and how fast will my order arrive?

North River Outdoors offers free shipping for purchases of $99 and over within the United States (some oversized items may incur charges). We strive to ship in-stock orders within 24-48 hours, often the same day if placed before 5 PM Eastern Time. Standard free shipping typically arrives via UPS or USPS within 3-6 business days. We currently ship to the USA at this time. You can track your order status by logging into "My Account" on our website.

What is your return and exchange policy?

We offer a 60-day return policy for unopened and unused items, for a 100% refund. Items must be returned in the same (or similar) condition in which they were received. Opened, used, or damaged products, or those not following our return policy, may be subject to a 15% restocking fee. We reserve the right to refuse returns in non-sellable condition. Customers are responsible for return shipping costs.

For Returns? Log into view your Order History and select "Return" to start the process. You can also contact our Store via Email or use our Contact Form to initiate a return.

Do you offer any services like knife sharpening or gear repair?

Yes! We offer a range of services at our Virginia store, including knife sharpening, axe sharpening and rehandling, knife/axe cleaning and conditioning, and waxed canvas bag/pack waxing and conditioning. We also provide laser engraving. Drop-off for services is available Monday-Saturday, with a typical turnaround of 1-2 business days.

How can I ensure I'm buying genuine products and not falling for scam websites?

We understand your concern. To ensure you're buying quality, genuine gear from North River Outdoors, always check the URL to confirm it's www.northriveroutdoors.com. Our website is secure, professional, and features real-time inventory and product reviews. Be wary of "half-off" or "flash deals" on other sites using our logo – these are often scams. We are a reputable USA Outdoor & Knife Store operating since 2012.

Where is your physical store located and what are your hours?

Our physical store, North River Outdoors, is located at 2941 River Road W, Goochland, VA 23063 USA. Our store hours are always kept up-to-date on our website. You can find our contact information, including phone and email, on our "Contact Us" or "Our Store" pages.

Do you offer Classes or Events?

Yes, our Virginia store hosts a variety of hands-on training Classes and Events throughout the year. We invite you to check our website's "Classes & Events" section or our blog for an updated calendar and information on upcoming workshops, like knife forging, carving classes and our popular Axe Throwing Events.

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