Alder II
The Vanadis 8 Alder II is a slender-bladed Puukko Knife featuring a handle of Stabilized Myrtle Burl, Ziricote, & Brass. The comfort of a hidden tang Puukko is especially felt in cold conditions when the user’s palm can settle on the warmth of the handle materials rather than cold steel, which would likely drain precious heat. This allows for prolonged use in less comfortable conditions.
The Vanadis 8 Alder II includes a wet-molded, waxed leather sheath that may sit on one’s right hip. (For a left-handed sheath a custom order is required)
Uddeholm Vanadis 8 SuperClean is a rare, Swedish, high-carbon steel boasting extreme toughness while maintaining impressive edge retention. The unique, powder metallurgy used in its production allows for incredible edge retention without sacrificing toughness. This makes for powerful, high-carbon blades that are designed for longevity and excellent performance, perfect for use in the field under a wide range of conditions when properly cared for. As this is not a stainless steel, use in wet conditions, particularly exposure to saltwater, should be limited unless the owner practices diligence in keeping the blade dry and oiled. When properly appreciated, this steel will out-perform the vast majority of stainless steels.
Typical Vanadis 8 Analysis
Carbon - 2.3%
Silicone - 0.4%
Manganese - O.4%
Chromium - 4.8%
Molybdenum- 3.6%
Vanadium - 8.0%
Knife Specifications
Hidden Tang
Myrtle Burl, Leather, Ziricote, & Brass Handle
Blade Thickness: 5mm
Blade Width: 18mm
Blade Length: 110mm
Full Length: 254mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Weight: 158g
Weight with Sheath: 238g
The Vanadis 8 Alder II is a slender-bladed Puukko Knife featuring a handle of Stabilized Myrtle Burl, Ziricote, & Brass. The comfort of a hidden tang Puukko is especially felt in cold conditions when the user’s palm can settle on the warmth of the handle materials rather than cold steel, which would likely drain precious heat. This allows for prolonged use in less comfortable conditions.
The Vanadis 8 Alder II includes a wet-molded, waxed leather sheath that may sit on one’s right hip. (For a left-handed sheath a custom order is required)
Uddeholm Vanadis 8 SuperClean is a rare, Swedish, high-carbon steel boasting extreme toughness while maintaining impressive edge retention. The unique, powder metallurgy used in its production allows for incredible edge retention without sacrificing toughness. This makes for powerful, high-carbon blades that are designed for longevity and excellent performance, perfect for use in the field under a wide range of conditions when properly cared for. As this is not a stainless steel, use in wet conditions, particularly exposure to saltwater, should be limited unless the owner practices diligence in keeping the blade dry and oiled. When properly appreciated, this steel will out-perform the vast majority of stainless steels.
Typical Vanadis 8 Analysis
Carbon - 2.3%
Silicone - 0.4%
Manganese - O.4%
Chromium - 4.8%
Molybdenum- 3.6%
Vanadium - 8.0%
Knife Specifications
Hidden Tang
Myrtle Burl, Leather, Ziricote, & Brass Handle
Blade Thickness: 5mm
Blade Width: 18mm
Blade Length: 110mm
Full Length: 254mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Weight: 158g
Weight with Sheath: 238g
The Vanadis 8 Alder II is a slender-bladed Puukko Knife featuring a handle of Stabilized Myrtle Burl, Ziricote, & Brass. The comfort of a hidden tang Puukko is especially felt in cold conditions when the user’s palm can settle on the warmth of the handle materials rather than cold steel, which would likely drain precious heat. This allows for prolonged use in less comfortable conditions.
The Vanadis 8 Alder II includes a wet-molded, waxed leather sheath that may sit on one’s right hip. (For a left-handed sheath a custom order is required)
Uddeholm Vanadis 8 SuperClean is a rare, Swedish, high-carbon steel boasting extreme toughness while maintaining impressive edge retention. The unique, powder metallurgy used in its production allows for incredible edge retention without sacrificing toughness. This makes for powerful, high-carbon blades that are designed for longevity and excellent performance, perfect for use in the field under a wide range of conditions when properly cared for. As this is not a stainless steel, use in wet conditions, particularly exposure to saltwater, should be limited unless the owner practices diligence in keeping the blade dry and oiled. When properly appreciated, this steel will out-perform the vast majority of stainless steels.
Typical Vanadis 8 Analysis
Carbon - 2.3%
Silicone - 0.4%
Manganese - O.4%
Chromium - 4.8%
Molybdenum- 3.6%
Vanadium - 8.0%
Knife Specifications
Hidden Tang
Myrtle Burl, Leather, Ziricote, & Brass Handle
Blade Thickness: 5mm
Blade Width: 18mm
Blade Length: 110mm
Full Length: 254mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Weight: 158g
Weight with Sheath: 238g