Helle Algonquin, Triple Laminated Stainless Steel, Darkened oak / Curly Birch / Leather Handles

Product Description

Helle Algonquin, Triple Laminated Stainless Steel, Darkened oak / Curly Birch / Leather Handles

A beautiful and stout knife, the Algonquin is designed for self-reliance and freedom in the wild whether traversing from jungle to tundra or just sitting around the campfire with friends.

Handmade in Norway using darkened oak, curly birch and red leather inserts, the handle shape features a slight pommel at the end, as well as a small finger guard and thumb notch for maximum dexterity and superior handling. The 69 mm blade is made with Helles triple laminated stainless steel for unparalleled strength, sharpness and corrosion protection.

Maintenance

Helle knives are designed to retain their sharpness as a lifelong outdoors companion. But it is still important to take care of your knife and its sheath.

The Handle. Dry the handle with a soft cloth if wet and wax occasionally.

The Sheath. The leather needs to be impregnated occasionally with colorless impregnation agent (grease or wax) to keep supple. Dry the sheath carefully in room temperature if it becomes wet

The Blade. Wipe the blade with a soft cloth if wet and treat with grease occasionally.

Sharpening

Use a diamond tool or a wet stone for sharpening. Place the knife bevel flat to the sharpening tool and work the entire blade. Work one side until you can feel a slight burr on the opposite side. Switch side and repeat the procedure until you feel the burr on the first side. You have now established an edge.

Remove the burr by stroking the blade gently over the sharpening surface on both sides, as if cutting very thin slices. Keep the bevel flat towards the sharpener and move from side to side until the burr is gone.

If the blade is very dull or damaged, use a fine-grained grindstone and plenty of water and sharpen until you have a raw edge. Use much cooling liquid and never sharpen on a dry stone. A hot-ground edge looses its heat treatment and ruins the blade.

Specifications

• Name:: Algonquin
• Weight:: 60 g
• Blade material:: Triple laminated stainless steel
• Blade thickness:: 2,8 mm
• Blade length:: 69 mm
• Handle material:: Darkened oak, curly birch and leather
• Handle length:: 92 mm
• Sheath material:: Genuine leather
• Sheath weight:: 30 g
• Design:: Laura Bombier