Folding blades with scandinavian grinds

Like the www.agrussell.com "One Hand Knife" ?

 

I confess I don't quite understand why true scandi grind folders don't exist.

<sarcasm> Obviously it's so the knife companies can sell fantabulous knife sharpening 'systems'!</sarcasm>

I don't think the knife industry is actually that silly, so there must be some kind of reason. Maybe it's harder to mass-produce a decent out-of-the-box edge and polish with scandi grinds?

 

Jens Anso has a collaboration with Spyderco called the "Rock Lobster". It is due to be released this fall in North America. I have seen pictures but can't remember where; I suppose you could google the European Spyderco office. It came from a knife show in Europe this past spring.

 

Almost all Japanese weaponry has a primary bevel....try looking around for a Hanwei tanto if you want a good knife (but alas, it won't be a folder).

I got sick of the sorry condition of my CS Ti-Lite and ground it down to a primary bevel....that sure took care of it not being able to hold an edge.

 

If you really want a large primary bevel and no other bevels have a look at Higo no Kami folder (or Higonokami - traditional Japanese folding carpenter's knife) For examle -http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.aspx?c=2&p=51165&cat=1,51222 . It's unexpensive ($17 - $25), different sized and quite functional.

Of course, it's not HiTech-WOW-Cool Tactical Folder.

 

Marttiini has 1 or two folders

 

There should be some folders available with the Scandi. Have Tom Krein do you one-up on a suitable folder.

 

It's because Scandi grind is a Scandinavian thing mostly, and Scandinavians in general don't much care about folders.

 

The only EKA I've owned had a secondary bevel, but it was pre-owned, so it may have been added. Email Ragnar and ask him about the EKAs. He should be able to tell you.

 

Moras have a good edge from the factory for a good price, I think that it would be as easy if not easier than a flat grind.

 

Try Kellam Knives Jouni folders. Not cheap though.

http://www.kellamknives.com

Rich

 

Great find! :thumbup:
Very unique...

If they made that model 1-2" smaller I would be all over it.

 

i will be doing a test to see if i can make one if it works i will make a few to sell