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So, although khukuris are my favourite type of blade, the other type of knife I am very fond of is the Finnish Puukko (and similar blades from neighbouring Nordic countries). I own a few modern and older puukkos, and use them just as often, if not a good bit more, than my khukuris, as they make a nice everyday carry knife for various tasks. I saw that Himalayan Imports makes their own version of this knife, and I am curious to hear from people who own them, as I am possibly interested in one.
My main concern is in how the handle feels. My main puukko is around 8.6in/22cm in length, with the blade and handle being roughly the same length. The handle is reindeer horn and birch, which feels quite nice, and is shaped very ergomically for my hand shape/size.
The HI store page says theirs are around 6 inches, and I see the surface is rather flat and smooth. How do those who own one find that it handles? Can it be gripped well for precise tasks such as woodcarving, etc.? Are they all roughly this size and handle shape? Does the blade always have a scandi grind, or is it the same type of edge as their khukuri? I'm sure I will end up buying one eventually, regardless of feedback, but some info beforehand is always nice. I suppose 6 inches could also be a positive for certain contexts, as well.
And, of course, if you have pictures, I'd very much like to see them.
Just some general opinions and information from those who own one would be appreciated muchly!
My main concern is in how the handle feels. My main puukko is around 8.6in/22cm in length, with the blade and handle being roughly the same length. The handle is reindeer horn and birch, which feels quite nice, and is shaped very ergomically for my hand shape/size.
The HI store page says theirs are around 6 inches, and I see the surface is rather flat and smooth. How do those who own one find that it handles? Can it be gripped well for precise tasks such as woodcarving, etc.? Are they all roughly this size and handle shape? Does the blade always have a scandi grind, or is it the same type of edge as their khukuri? I'm sure I will end up buying one eventually, regardless of feedback, but some info beforehand is always nice. I suppose 6 inches could also be a positive for certain contexts, as well.
And, of course, if you have pictures, I'd very much like to see them.
Just some general opinions and information from those who own one would be appreciated muchly!
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