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Manufacturer: Finland
A rare miniature hand made horse head knife, or "puukko", & ornate leather sheath from Finland, for your review.
The knife is 4 1/2" long with a blade length of 2 1/8". The blood groove has the maker's mark & "Made In Finland" is marked below.
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There are a couple of pepper mark & some patination but is otherwise in good condition.
The bolster & pommel are of brass & the handle is of red bakelite with a 1/8" crack is present when using a magnifying glass. The handle is topped with a detailed brass horse head for added attraction.
The knife fits snugly into it's leather sheath which has a decorated brass band at the top & tip. The sheath is imprinted with "Made In Finland" below the brass band. The leather has tooled decorative patterns for added eye appeal & shows some scuff marks & gentle use.
The blade has been sharpened with care & has not been abused. This mini-knife is an excellent example of Finnish hand made artisans & makes a wonderful addition to a collection of rare & fine knives. Thank you for shopping at The Treasure Chest. Shipping and insurance are determined after checkout. Rare, Hand Made Finnish Puukko - Vintage (Item ID:K-16) |
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