Marttiini Traditional Lynx Lumberjack 3.75" Fixed Plain Blade, Curly Birch Handles, Leather Sheath - 127012

Description

MN127012: Lynx Lumberjack

Marttiini Knives

The Lynx was the first knife to be made by Marttiini, and it's been in continuous production since the factory's very beginning. The Lynx was awarded the "Best Product" award at the Viipuri Fair in 1932. The main characteristic that makes the Lynx popular is the blade's curve. The slightly upturned blade tip makes it easier for skinning and to lift to a hot kettle from the camp fire. The blade has a protective satin finish and comes inscribed with "J. Marttiini, Finland" on the blade flat. The Lynx features a brass bolster, a pommel and a leather sheath. The design and decorations on the sheath also reflect their strong Lappish traditions. Lynx knives continue to be manufactured to the original Marttiini design.

The traditional handle material of Finnish knives is curly birch. This tree grows mostly in central and eastern Finland. The fiery looking curly birch is perfect material for a knife handle, because it's durable and beautiful.

A blade made of carbon steel is especially suitable for carving and is easy to hone to its original sharpness. With a carbon steel blade, it is important to dry it immediately after use. It would also be a good idea to treat it regularly with unsalted oil. A regularly treated carbon steel blade remains rust free and has an especially long working life.