As some here will know. I do test my knives on deer, so the pic's below might disturb some <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" /> . If so look away.

The LE did all I asked of it, so in general I'm very happy with the results. It held it's edge with NO sign of dulling nor did it show ANY sign of chips or dings.
When I tested the LE in an earlier thread. I took to it hard, with some minor damage to the blade. But just as another forum member found with his LE & the factory edge. Once a new edge was formed the LE performed like a heavyweight <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> . Go figure.

It's a great caper, no doubt about it. The LE's thick blade did it superbly. I do hear how thick blades don't work as good here, well I question that. IMO it's all about your style & way.

If you're after a tough skinning, capping, boning-out, do it all knife for the bigger critters. I recommend the YKLE, well worth the money$$$!

Starting left leg bone-out


Removing the left back-strap


Some cape work