The Norwegian Helle knives 鈥攁nd the curly birch-handled Tor is no exception.
One of Helle鈥檚 hunting knives, the Tor has a smooth wooden 4.3-inch handle with leather inserts for contrast. The handle is deep but narrow, with a generous contoured grip that feels natural when you hold it in your palm.
The knife鈥檚 4.2-inch stainless steel blade is strong and I found it held an edge whether I was whittling, whipping up a backcountry feast, or cleaning the day鈥檚 catch. The leather sheath has a bear paw cutout at the mouth, and hangs from an adjustable leather belt loop.
The Tor is the tool you鈥檒l take with you on countless adventures and that you鈥檒l someday give to your child鈥攐r grandchild.
$169,