Helle Hellefisk Fixed Blade Fishing Knife

Hellefisk is a straight-forward fishing knife with a cork handle. The stainless blade of Sandvik 12C27 steel is thin and rather stiff. The traditional sheath hangs from a thong. The knife weighs less than 2 ounces and it floats if it is lost overboard. Maintenance Helle knives are designed to retain their sharpness as a lifelong outdoors companion. But it is still important to take care of your knife and its sheath. The Handle. Dry the handle with a soft cloth if wet and wax occasionally. The Sheath. The leather needs to be impregnated occasionally with colourless impregnation agent (grease or wax) to keep supple. Dry the sheath carefully in room temperature if it becomes wet. The Blade. Wipe the blade with a soft cloth if wet and treat with grease occasionally. Sharpening Use a diamond tool or a wet stone for sharpening. Place the knife bevel flat to the sharpening tool and work the entire blade. Work one side until you can feel a slight burr on the opposite side. Switch side an