I know that this is an old video but here goes anyway. I’m building quite a few knives a month lately and while I don’t have access to that particular type of Birch, I can use a spalted Maple that is almost identical. As you have mentioned the softness of the “Spalted” material and I have noticed it as well. I am intending to try out a product called “Cactus Juice” that actually hardens softer wood. I would like to purchase some of that fancy birch but the price from the supplier I use is outrageous. So my Maple will be almost a direct replacement. Well you might want to try that Cactus Juice on some of the softer stuff so that it can be made to be useful for a knife handle.
Hi I have just watched a couple more of your clips. Your knives are a thing of beauty and you are such a talented man. I know I have asked previously but if you have one for sale or a pair like these two beautiful knives and would consider selling them to me please let me know. Keep up the good work love watching your films.
Hi.In the late sixties I worked with a Norwegian guy who described Leuku as being about 8 inches long.Now I see examples of a much broader range than I had thought he meant.What size do you think was most commonly used by Sami people.Both length and thickness of blade.
Hi! The function of the leuku is to act as a billhook and therefore it is good for it to have size and mass. The heavier it is, the easier it is to cut wood. I think that the range of the lenght is somewhere between 160-300mm and the thickness 4-5mm.
Hello my name is Des and I am from Australia. I have just watched your video for the third time and I am amazed at how beautiful the knife you have made is. I was wondering if it would be possible to buy one of these knives from you I would love to try and make one for myself but unfortunately I am visually impaired and cannot see well enough for it, if I could purchase one from you or get you to make one for me that I could purchase I would think that was fantastic. Once again. Your knife is a thing of beauty. Looking forward to hearing from you Des.
Hi! Thank you for your message and words, I appreciate it. I have received so many inquiries about my knives that I have considered making a few knives for sale. I'll let you know on my channel IF knives go on sale :)
@@kiehicraft thank you for your quick response. If you could mark me down for one when you make them doesn’t matter how long it takes. I would really appreciate one. They are such a beautiful looking knife program. Couldn’t I will pay whatever you want just one thank you very very much again. Look forward to seeing more video clips as well. Des
hi Sami, I don't really know how to describe your craftsmanship and talent all i can say is AMAZING. i searched around a bit but couldn't find out if any of your creations are for sale or not. ive always wanted a decent puukko. please let me know if it's possible to purchase one of your knives.
Perfect wood & leather work but forging wise I think the bevels looks like the ones I make(Im 3 knifes old😅). I sure the are tempered to perfecttion, looks doesn't mater much unless the steel does what it's supposed to do RIGHT?
I used polyurethane glue, but i forgot to show it in the video. Traditionally glue has not been used. The leather tightens around the wood surprisingly tight
