knives
Eräpuu makes Finnish puukko knives, sheaths and gift items. The company designs and makes its products through a combination of machine and hand work in Kemi. Its knife range includes traditional utility puukkos in several sizes, along with compact pocket models and larger leukus for outdoor use.
The Lapinleuku 210 is the large option for heavier cutting tasks, while the Lapinvuolu 95 and Erästäjä 95 suit general outdoor work. The shorter Näppärä 85 is a compact choice, and Eräpuu Taskupuukko models offer a small blade with a choice of handle materials.
Choosing a size and style
Eräpuu’s range includes puukkos for everyday cutting and outdoor work, as well as larger leukus and compact pocket knives. The Lapinleuku 210 has a 210 mm blade and a substantial build for larger cutting tasks. Its curly birch handle, brass fittings and long leather sheath distinguish it from the shorter puukkos. For a more versatile, easier-to-carry outdoor knife, the Lapinvuolu 95 has a 95 mm carbon-steel blade and is listed for camping and outdoor use. The Erästäjä 95 is another general-purpose puukko, with a curly birch handle; Eräpuu also offers Erästäjä knives in shorter blade lengths.
The Näppärä 85 has an 85 mm blade. This model family includes a version with a rounded tip intended for children, alongside a standard-point version. The compact Eräpuu Taskupuukko has a 55 mm stainless-steel blade. Selected versions use curly birch or bone for the handle, so check the individual configuration for its materials and details.
Materials and care
Carbon steel appears on models including the Lapinleuku 210, Lapinvuolu 95 and Näppärä 85. It is straightforward to sharpen, but needs more care against rust than stainless steel: dry the blade after use and oil it occasionally. The Taskupuukko’s stainless-steel blade needs less attention to moisture. Handle and sheath materials vary by model, with curly birch and leather used on selected puukkos. These differences affect upkeep as well as appearance, so choose by blade size, intended task and the care you are prepared to give the steel.
Eräpuu designs and makes puukkos and sheaths through machine and hand work at its premises in Kemi, Finland. This company information applies to the brand’s stated production, not necessarily to every component or material used in each knife.