How long is a puukko?
The traditional length of the puukko blade is the same as one’s palm width, usually 90–120 mm.
How old is the puukko knife?
1000 year old
The word is derived from the Finnish “puukotta” which mean “to stab” or “knife.” This is a 1000 year old design that comes from the indigenous Sami people and is used for skinning fish and game. This traditional Sami knife uses Reindeer antler for the handle and scabbard.
What is a Tommi puukko?
Practitioners and people who know the tradition well Tommi knives, or Tommi-puukkos in Finnish, have been forged in Hyrynsalmi since the late 19th century. An authentic Tommi knife is made by hand by a single person, from the forging of the blade to the sewing of the sheath.
How thick should a puukko knife be?
The blade of the puukko is usually between 50 and 130 mm long and between 2 and 6 mm thick, it is made of carbon steel with a C content ranging from 0.6 to 1.2.
What are Scandi knives?
A Scandi grind carries a single bevel that runs to zero degrees. In other words, it is a single grind only. Unlike many other grinds, the Scandi runs to the edge with no angle change in what is also known as a zero grind.
What knives are made in Norway?
Norwegian companies that make outstanding knives today include Brusletto, and Helle Knives. My favorites. One of my favorite Nordic knives is the Brusletto Kniven Birch Hunting Knife, Model BRU15002.
Where does the puukko knife come from?
Puukko is Finnish for “knife.” It is deeply rooted in Scandinavian countries where the knife is both tool and art form. In fact, the puukko plays an important part in Nordic culture. Often included as part of the traditional cultural dress, the puukko is a historical symbol.
Where are Roselli knives made?
Finland
Roselli knives are made in Harmoinen, Finland at the workshop founded by blade-smith Heimo Roselli. A self-taught smith, Heimo started forging in 1974 and since 1976 he has been making knives full time. Roselli makes simple, unique and great looking knives using carbon steel blades, birch handles and leather sheaths.
Is a 3/16 knife too thick?
Larger knives are usually better for chopping wood. A good general rule is about 3/16 – 1/4 of an inch thickness is the best for survival knives. A knife of that thickness will be extremely solid and able withstand the abuse of wood chopping, batoning and prying.
