Best Scandinavian Knife from Finland

Ahti knives are manufactured in Kauhava, Finland, a region with a long and rich history of knife making. The knives are produced by Reino Kamppila and his son, who operate a fourth-generation family business. Although their shop is smaller in size, they create knives of exceptional quality and craftsmanship. The knives and their accompanying leather sheathes are not only visually appealing but also highly functional.

The handles of these Scandinavian knives are made from curly birch, sanded and stained to a beautiful finish. The fittings on the knives are polished brass, and the sheathes feature plastic inserts to protect both the sheath and the user's hand, as these knives are extremely sharp and could easily cut through both if inserted incorrectly.

The Tikka, or "Woodpecker," is a small, lightweight knife with a shorter blade but a full-sized handle, providing excellent control for carving and whittling tasks. While the handle size may make it a bit large for a neck knife, its lightweight design allows it to be worn comfortably on the belt, almost going unnoticed.

Detailed measurements of the Tikka knife are as follows:

Blade Material: 0.8% high carbon steel, hardened to 59 Rockwell Knife Length: 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) Blade Length: 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) Blade Width: 0.75 inches (1.9 cm) Blade Thickness: 0.12 inches (3 mm) Knife Weight: 2.1 ounces (60 grams) Handle Length: 4 inches (10.2 cm) Pommel: tang end with brass nut Handle Circumference: 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) Handle Material: stained curly birch Sheathed Weight: 3 ounces (85 grams) Sheathed Length: 7.5 inches (19 cm) Belt Loop Width: 2.5 inches (6.4 cm)

Kauhava, Finland, the home of Ahti knives, has a long and rich history of knife making, and Reino Kamppila and his son continue this tradition with their fourth-generation family business. The Tikka, or "Woodpecker," is a prime example of their exceptional craftsmanship, combining visual appeal, functionality, and a lightweight design that makes it a versatile and practical tool.

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