Camp Knife

Description

I am a Camp Knife. I may not be a scout, but I live by the motto. I’m sharp as a tack and up for any task. Just don’t ask me to cut the cheese, please.

Curator’s Notes

Sarutake brings the tradition of handmade knives to the great outdoors with this portable camping knife. Made from forged iron, the knife is wrapped in a leather handle that makes it easier to grip. Continued use will allow the iron and leather to age beautifully over time. Featuring a hook at the end that easily attaches to a backpack or belt, this knife will come in handy for skinning fish or splitting kindle for the camp fire.

Camp Knife was curated by Angélique Chmielewski

Designer/Maker

Maker: Sarutake

Designer: Osamu Saruyama

Specifications

Dimensions:

0.8” (w) x 7.1″ (l) x 1.2” (h) or 20mm (w) x 180mm (l) x 30mm (h)

Weight: 8 oz or 227 g

Materials: Iron, Leather

Details

• Made in Japan
• Made in collaboration with Osamu Surayama and Suzuki Yato
• Suede leather handle with stitching provides grip
• The leather sheath will patina beautifully over time
• Iron will age overtime and can be maintained with occasional application of knife blade oil and sharpening
• Hook on the back of the knife can be attached to various places like a belt, backpack or tent line
• Loop on the sheath can be used to hand on a belt