Norwegian Knife 1970s Signed Blade Curly Birch Handle | Hand Carved Leather Sheath Initialed T K | Nordic Folk Art Collectible

A handcrafted Norwegian knife from the 1970s showcasing collaboration between blade maker and leather artisan. The forged blade bears a maker's signature, while the exceptional hand-carved leather sheath is initialed "T K" by the leather craftsman.

The handle is crafted from stunning curly birch wood displaying extraordinary figured grain with rich golden amber and honey tones that shimmer in the light. The wood shows some surface marks on the handle as visible in photos. This type of highly figured curly birch was prized for knife handles as each piece is completely unique.

What makes this knife particularly special is the hand-carved leather sheath initialed by craftsman "T K". The sheath features deeply carved feather or leaf motifs executed in relief on both sides, with intricate line work creating texture and dimension. The symmetrical design demonstrates skilled traditional Norwegian leather carving techniques. The warm tan-brown leather displays the carved details beautifully, with the artisan's "T K" initials providing identification of this handwork.

The knife appears unused, retaining its original 1970s condition with excellent preservation of the blade and sheath.

📍 Subject: Hand-forged Norwegian knife with signed carved leather sheath
📸 Medium: Forged steel blade with curly birch handle and relief-carved leather
🖼 Type: 1970s Norwegian folk art collectible signed by makers
📏 Dimensions:
Complete with Sheath: 21.5 cm (8.46 in)
Knife Length: 19 cm (7.48 in)
Blade Length: 8.5 cm (3.35 in)
Handle Length: 10.6 cm (4.17 in)
Sheath Length: 16.5 cm (6.50 in)
⏳ Date: 1970s
✨ Condition: Good vintage condition, appears unused. Blade signature visible. Curly birch handle displays spectacular figured grain with some surface marks as shown in photos. Hand-carved leather sheath initialed "T K" in outstanding condition with crisp feather/leaf relief work on both sides. Structurally sound. See photos for complete condition assessment.

🎁 This 1970s signed Norwegian knife appeals to collectors seeking examples by makers. The signatures from both blade maker and leather carver "T K" add interest and historical value. The extraordinary curly birch handle combined with skilled leather carving represents quality Norwegian folk art craftsmanship.

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