The Juhlavuolu

Juhlavuolu is the pinnacle of the development of utility knives. The knife looks imposing, but the actual value can really be felt when holding it. It's not only shaped but also stabilized to fit on hand and for use. The special characteristic of the Juhlavuolu is its beveled curly birch handle, which is completed by bronze ferrules on both ends. The bolster has a style of its own giving strong support and protection for fingers, but also moving the knife's center of gravity to the point where it's supposed to be. The blade, also known as Tyllerö, is 8cm long black, unpolished carbon steel. Each knife is individual, because curly birch patterns differ from knife to another, and also cast bronze ferrules vary in shape and in properties. The curly birch handle is oiled. This knife requires some care: apply a little bit of cooking oil to the blade after use, and the handle should be oiled with cottonseed oil once or twice a year. The sheath is very simple, made of dark brown cattle hide. Just let it dry after use, and it demands nothing else.