Vintage 5" Norwegian Hunting Knife with Sheath "Hilsen Fra Norge", from Rjukan

Description: Vintage 5" Norwegian Hunting Knife with Sheath "Hilsen Fra Norge", from Rjukan Nordic knives have a reputation for their quality, simplicity and versatility, and have been used by the Nordic peoples for centuries. This one is considered "puukko", due to its smaller size. Historically, this type of knife would be a practical and simple tool for outdoors and hunting. Hunters, fishermen or reindeer herders from the far north carry a knife with them at all times, relying on it for a wide range of daily tasks. Norwegian knives serve as essential tools for hunting and processing meat, preparing shelter and wood for fire, and assisting with cooking and eating.This one was probably a souvenir, as the blade is engraved with "Hilsen Fra Norge", which means "Greetings from Norway".The sheath is brown leather with red leather accents, and has "Rjukan" etched into the leather (a town in Telemark, Norway) Blade Length: 2.5 in (63mm)Blade + Handle Length: 5 in (126mm)Sheath Length: 5-3/8 in (137mm)Tang is visible at the end of the handle, indicating that it runs the full length - but is much narrower at the end of the handle (probably a rat-tail tang?)

Price: 99.95 USD

Location: Fergus Falls, Minnesota

End Time: 2024-03-13T23:32:07.000Z

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