RARE XLNT 1950s FINLAND PUUKKO BIRCH BURL BARK HUNTING COMBAT KNIFE VINTAGE CASE
For your consideration is a. Made-In-Finland "Birch Burl Bark Ring". Hunting / Fighting Knife & Leather Sheath Set. Original Finnish etchings and handcrafted details. Are clearly visible on this. The original leather sheath is tooled MADE IN FINLAND. At the stiff throat area and Fits the knife like a glove! The Finland PUUKKO Set is in. "Birch-burl-bark-ring wood handle" knife that demonstrates the Skill & Quality. Of a Handcrafted Finnish Knife from former days. From research, the early Finnish design, and blade etchings... The blade spine is almost 4 inches. The overall knife length is. The gorgeous Birch-wood handle spacers are made from. The solid handle features some. Varied shades of rich color. This unique handle has a clear & well-preserved. Finnish "Shield or Coat of Arms decal". The shiny Brass Bolste r is hand-etched with Finnish designs and is v ery secure.
The C urly-birch wood Pommel end is firmly secured / peened. This Finland knife offers a beautiful, handcrafted W. Ood-ring handle that is in.
The handle is formed form Round Birch Wood Spacers that have been stacked... Just like the way leather washer knife handles are made, except the Finnish accomplish it with wood. (Please view photos for details).
This Finnish small-game knife is well balanced. The vintage Finland Set has been carefully stored for years in my personal knife collection and. Lightly handled while admiring, but. Never sharpened, Never used or carried. Hunting blade features 2 3/4 long Blood Grooves (or fullers) with.Finnish script writing in one blood groove, by the maker. The bright, almost 4 long vintage blade appears to.
"Made in Finland" signed blade. That I had to use my magnifying glass to see. Some of these tiny faint rubs are possibly from taking the knife in and out of the sheath. The vintage knife still has some " nice original blade tooling marks from the manufacturing process" that are faint, but can still be lightly seen on the reflective fixed blade. This carefully stored, plain edge.
I'll leave any decision to sharpen the blade up to the new owner. Stunning decades-old PUUKKO Set that is not absolutely perfect like a brand-new factory knife and offers quality Finnish craftsmanship & true vintage charm. A popular style of knife, often used for hunting, fishing, and sometimes as a combat / fighting tool. These early 1950s era Finland knive. S are becoming harder to find in such.
The Original Finland leather sheath (or case) is included. Fits the knife like a glove. Finnish knife holder is tooled on the front at the stiff throat area. The handcrafted leather sheath has Finnish curves plus a wooden plug at the tip , and beautiful detailed leather tooling designs (especially on the front).
The sheath is 10 long when including the leather belt-strap, and has Excellent intact stitching. It is designed to be stiff for easy carrying and durability. The handy leather belt-strap is firmly attached with the original vintage metal ring and a secure metal rivet. Has been carefully stored and. A lot of character and vintage appeal... With that "faint patina of time" appearance not yet achieved with newer knives. This scarce, Birch burl bark handle Finnish Hunting Knife Set will make a welcome addition for the outdoorsman, or knife collector in your family!Please Be Sure to Check Out the Other Rare & Vintage Hunting Knives I Have Listed. Please be patient and "keep watching" as I have over 100 + old knives in my collection and will be listing them as time permits. And we are always glad to answer questions you may have.
All descriptions reflect my honest evaluations of the item's condition and appearance. Please view photos carefully or ask questions if needed to determine your evaluation. The antler stand shown is for display purposes only and not included with Puukko knife set.