How to Get the Antler Knife in Red Dead Redemption 2

Antler Knife Compendium entry.
This is the Compendium entry for the Antler Knife.

Red Dead Redemption 2 is full of unique weapons to discover. One of the more interesting ones is the Antler Knife. This rare weapon features a distinctive antler handle, making it a standout item in your collection. In this guide, we’ll show you where to find the Antler Knife. We will also give you some additional context about its significance.

Antler Knife Location: Northwest of Hanging Dog Ranch

To begin your search for the Antler Knife, head to the Hanging Dog Ranch located in Big Valley, which is in the northwest section of the map. The area is situated along Little Creek River, so be sure to head toward the river’s edge. When you arrive, look for a dead bear lying on top of a hunter’s body near the riverbank.

The knife is embedded in the bear’s head. Simply interact with the scene to collect the Antler Knife from this tragic encounter. It’s an essential collectible for those aiming to complete the weapon collection in RDR2.

About the Antler Knife

Picking up the Antler Knife adds it directly to your Compendium, which tracks all the unique weapons in the game. The Compendium entry describes it as:

“A rare knife, with a handle manufactured from the antler of a stag, and part of the blade snapped off near the crossguard. This weapon was taken from the scene of a fight between a large bear and a hunter, which occurred near Hanging Dog Ranch in Big Valley. Neither side won.”

Why You Need the Antler Knife

The Antler Knife is one of the 59 unique weapons you can collect in Red Dead Redemption 2. While it’s certainly not one of the most powerful weapons in terms of damage, it’s an important addition for collectors. If you want to complete your weapon collection or just add another cool knife to your inventory, this one’s a must-have.

Now that you’ve collected the Antler Knife, you can continue your weapon collection journey. Check out our guides on the Hunter Hatchet and Rusted Double Bit Hatchet. These guides will help you find more unique weapons in Red Dead Redemption 2.

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2 responses

  1. Will says:

    It say to press L1 to pick up the antler knife but L1 gives the weapons wheel. So how do you pick up the knife?

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