FLAT AND HOLLOW GRINDS

Flat, Scandi and hollow grinds are three common types of knife blade grinds, each offering distinct advantages suited to different tasks and preferences.

Flat Grind:

A flat grind is characterized by a single, consistent bevel that extends from the spine of the blade to the cutting edge. This type of grind is known for its durability and versatility. One of the primary benefits of a flat grind is its balanced cutting performance. It provides a good mix of strength and sharpness, making it ideal for deer knives and kitchen knives. Flat grinds excel in tasks that require slicing, such as cutting vegetables, meats, or other food prep tasks. Additionally, the consistent bevel makes sharpening straightforward, as the edge can be easily maintained.

Hollow Grind:

Requiring more skill, a hollow grind features a concave bevel that creates a thin, razor-sharp edge. The main benefit of a hollow grind is its ability to achieve exceptional sharpness, which makes it a perfect deer knife. The thin edge produced by a hollow grind reduces cutting resistance, allowing for smoother and more effortless cuts.

Scandi Grind: A Scandi grind, also known as a Scandinavian grind or V-grind, is a type of knife-edge profile commonly found in outdoor and bushcraft knives. It's characterized by a single bevel that starts from the blade's midpoint or near the spine and extends down to the edge without a secondary bevel, creating a flat, V-shaped cross-section. 

For deer stalking knives the best options, in my opinion, will be flat or hollow grinds due to their thinner edge profiles.