{"product_id":"helle-temagami-bushcraft-knife","title":"Helle Temagami Bushcraft Knife","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Helle Temagami Bushcraft Knife combines traditional Scandinavian craftsmanship with the strength needed for carving, fire preparation, camp chores, and extended wilderness use. Its 4.33-inch 14C28N stainless steel blade offers a practical balance of control and working length, while the curly birch handle provides the warmth and natural character expected from a handcrafted Norwegian field knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in collaboration with outdoorsman Les Stroud, the Temagami carries its full-length tang through three-quarters of the handle width. That construction reinforces the knife without replacing the comfortable feel and visual depth of the surrounding wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScientific Engineering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14C28N Stainless Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-laminated construction creates consistent hardness throughout the blade while providing useful corrosion resistance and reliable edge performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Scandi Grind:\u003c\/strong\u003e The broad primary bevel supports controlled carving, wood preparation, and straightforward field sharpening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90-Degree Spine:\u003c\/strong\u003e A crisp factory spine can scrape tinder and generate sparks from a ferrocerium rod without requiring the sharpened edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced Tang Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tang extends the full length of the handle at approximately three-quarters width, strengthening the knife while allowing curly birch to surround the grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBushcraft Blade Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 4.33-inch blade provides enough reach for camp work while remaining manageable for detail-oriented carving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Curly Birch Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each handle displays individual variations in figure, tone, and grain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Leather Sheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fitted tan sheath protects the blade and supports traditional belt carry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBoutique \u0026amp; Conservation Values\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned Through Field Experience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed with Les Stroud around the practical requirements of wilderness travel and long-term outdoor use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Material Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Curly birch gives every handle a distinct appearance rather than a uniform manufactured finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintainable Working Tool:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Scandi bevel can be sharpened directly against a flat stone, supporting years of continued use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrafted for Long-Term Ownership:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable steel, reinforced construction, and traditional materials favor maintenance and continued service over disposable replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Norway:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produced by Helle in Holmedal using the company’s established Scandinavian knifemaking traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSteward’s Insight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the spine rather than the sharpened edge when striking a ferro rod or scraping bark and tinder. This preserves the cutting edge for carving and food preparation while taking advantage of the Temagami’s purpose-built 90-degree spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen sharpening, place the broad Scandi bevel flat against the stone and maintain full contact through each stroke. Avoid lifting the blade to create a narrow secondary bevel unless intentionally changing the original edge geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis knife is ideal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eMedium to Large Hands | Extended Bushcraft Sessions | Camp Food Preparation | General Woodcraft | Ferro Rod Use\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixed-blade bushcraft knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.33 in. \/ 110 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.118 in. \/ 3.0 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.72 in. \/ 120 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 9.06 in. \/ 230 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14C28N stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-length, three-quarter-width tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Grind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scandinavian grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-sharpened 90-degree spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Curly birch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSheath Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine tan leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight with Sheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.62 oz. \/ 216 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Shipping Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.75 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Les Stroud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Design Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpdated Version:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Norway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helle Norway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Temagami 14C28N\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~.75 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Helle Norway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46293803434063,"sku":"195030","price":234.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/5608\/5583\/files\/64ebf105-69f1-444a-a0e1-13392966c02c.png?v=1785350788","url":"https:\/\/midwestnestshop.com\/products\/helle-temagami-bushcraft-knife","provider":"Midwest Nest LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}