Laurin Carving 80mm with ricasso Blade
Click here for more details on Laurin blades and fittings!This would be a good blade for a medium-sized puukko knife. The ricasso (the squared portion ar the base of the blade) is not traditional, but does make it easier to get a tight fit between the base of the blade and the bolster/guard, which is important because you don't want any moisture getting inside your handle.Below are the detailed measurements of this blade: Overall Length: 7.75 inches (19.7 cm) Blade Length: 3.25 inches (8.3 cm) Blade Width: 0.65 inches (1.7 cm) Blade Thickness: 0.11 inches (2.8 mm) Ricasso Width: 0.67 inches (1.7 cm) Ricasso Thickness: 0.12 inches (3 mm) Blade Weight: 1.4 ounces (40 grams) Tang Length: 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) Tang Thickness: 0.11 inches (2.8 mm) Tang Width (At Blade): 0.41 inches (1 cm) Tang Width (At End): 0.16 inches (4.1 mm) Blade Material: carbonDon't forget the rivets!Here are the fittings that this blade can be paired with, based on the sizes of the blade, tang, and slot