Ahti Kaato Leukupuukko Knife

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The Kaato (“Autumn”) bridges the gap between the two most traditional scandinavian knife designs, the puukko and leuku, by taking some features of each.  The blade is a medium size and suited for a wide variety of tasks such as skinning, chopping, butchering, or other camp or wilderness tasks.  The handle is nicely formed with impressions at both ends to help maintain a firm grip even during heavier work.  The handle is sized for slightly larger hands, and the sheath is a traditional Scandinavian deep pouch design.

Below are the detailed measurements of this knife. One important note: for best comfort and grip, the length of your middle finger should be similar to the circumference of the handle.

• Blade Material: 0.8% high carbon steel, hardened to 59 Rockwell
• Knife Length: 9.5 inches (24.1 cm)
• Blade Length: 4.5 inches (11.4 cm)
• Blade Width: 1 inch (2.5 cm)
• Blade Thickness: 0.12 inches (3 mm)
• Knife Weight: 6.4 ounces (181 grams)
• Handle Length: 4.5 inches (11.4 cm)
• Pommel: tang end with brass nut
• Handle Circumference: 4.25 inches (10.8 cm)
• Handle Material: curly birch
• Sheathed Weight: 8.8 ounces (249 grams)
• Sheathed Length: 11 inches (27.9 cm)
• Belt Loop Width: 2.5 inches (6.4 cm)