In our store you can buy Finnish knives "puukko" and "leuku". Puukko is a traditional Northern European, mainly Finnish form of knife. One of the main types of universal fixed balde knives. The "golden Age" of puukko is considered to be the end of the XIX century. The classic Finnish knife has always been a simple tool. Compact and convenient – he was an everyday assistant to farmers. Currently, puukko is one of the most popular Finnish souvenirs. Due to its small size and short blade, puukko does not belong to cold weapons. Therefore, in our store you can order a Finnish puukko knife with delivery to any country. The blade of Finnish puukko knife is straight, of short length (60-100 mm), usually shorter than the handle. The handle is traditionally made of wood, birch is most often used, including Karelian, which has a beautiful texture. Also, the handles are made of other types of wood. Deer horn and other natural materials are used to decorate the handles.
Puukko knives, depending on their purpose, are divided into several types in Finland. The most popular are: Vuolupuukko — a knife for wood carving, Eräpuukko — a large hunting, tourist knife, Vaarinpuukko — a small hunting knife and Metsästyspuukko — a universal hunting knife.
Unlike puukko, Lapland knives "leuku" are larger and wider. It is also called a tundra or camp knife. This is a tool that can be used both for hunting and for cutting branches or household work. The Leuku has a width of about 35-40 mm. The blade usually has a length of 20 to 40 cm with a thickness of 3 to 7 mm. The handle of the leuku is usually made of wood. It is wider and more powerful than the puukko handle and resembles a barrel in shape. All Finnish puukko and leuku knives are equipped with scabbards (usually leather).
If you are looking for a useful and original gift, a Finnish knife is a great idea. In our store you can buy Finnish puukko and leuku knives from famous manufacturers: Marttiini, Ahti, Roselli, Wood Jewel and others.
