This blade would make a great classic puukko knife, or a good carving knife if you decide to make a larger handle.
Below are the detailed measurements of this blade: Â Â Overall Length: 5.625 inches (14.3 cm) Â Â Blade Length: 3.25 inches (8.3 cm) Â Â Blade Width: 0.8 inches (2 cm) Â Â Blade Thickness: 0.12 inches (3 mm) Â Â Blade Weight: 1.25 ounces (35 grams) Â Â Tang Length: 2.375 inches (6 cm) Â Â Tang Thickness: 0.11 inches (2.8 mm) Â Â Tang Width (At Blade): 0.31 inches (0.8 cm) Â Â Tang Width (At End): 0.11 inches (2.8 mm) Â Â Blade Material: high carbon steel (0.7% - 0.8%), hardened to Rockwell 59 - 62
Here are the fittings that this blade can be paired with, based on the sizes of the blade, tang, and slot. Any fitting labelled "might be too small/big" will still fit the blade, but might not be a good match depending on the style of knife that you're making.
