Sissipuukko M.95

[HDR]

http://www.gunsnet.net/album/data//3072/2320puukko-med.jpg

I have one of these.

http://www.finnrappel.fi/puukko.htm

http://www.canit.se/~griffon/knives/m95/sissipuukko_m95.html

Excellent grip, good field knife or fighter.

The Ranger Puukko was designed by Captain J.P. Peltonen and heavily tested and approved by Nordic, US and UN troops. The hand forged Teflon coated blade is an impressive 5mm in thickness.

[LHS]

Those are appealing little knives, but I like more of a guard on a fighting knife. I think it would make an excellent hunting knife and general purpose blade, but it just looks a little short in the blade for chopping or hacking.

[HDR]

Beautifully made, same as a K-Bar, easily field sharpened.

Usually the guard on the blade side is the only one that gets, as they say "involved," many "fighters" usually grind off the spine side guard. That's better for (I believe its called the) modified saber grip.

All depends what grip and style you use, using some styles the guard does nothing. Although personally I prefer point towards enemy, rather than some of the other styles.

Its a general utility~takedown style knife. Chopping~hacking isn't much in the plan, because they would just wear the man down, its the same with bayonets. Planned use is typical, a utility tool or something to kill with.

[LHS]

When I say chopping and hacking, I mean on brush. I think it would work just fine as a combat knife. When I say I would like more of a guard, I mean I'd like a swept hilt and about 38" more blade ;)

[HDR]

The type soldier that is issued a Ranger or Sissi Puukko style is a Recon specialist. They usually don't cut brush, noise and it leaves a trail etc.

As fair as the guard? IMO, its mostly personal, based on grip preference and some claim they get better cutting "precision" or control with the top guard ground off.

I'm not to sure about the better control with the thumb on top. Sometimes it has an advantage..

Looking at a 38"+7" is time for gun. ;)

:lol:

[LHS]

Basically, if I have to fight with a blade, I want a sword, not a knife. Give me a nice Pappenheimer-hilt sidesword or rapier with a 43" blade. Nice, light, maneuverable, protective, and lethal.

[HDR]

Most military edges aren't as much a long reach fighter as a sneak up and sticker.

And general utility use, that's why the Ka-Bar became a classic.

Also Recon types carry suppressed firearms as part of their inventory.

[LHS]

Originally posted by HDR
Most military edges aren't as much a long reach fighter as a sneak up and sticker.

And general utility use, that's why the Ka-Bar became a classic.

Also Recon types carry suppressed firearms as part of their inventory.

I think we're agreeing with each other and not realizing it ;)

I think the Puukka is a fine utility blade, and has enough reach for surprise sticking. I wouldn't want to get into a knife fight with it, but then I wouldn't want to get into a knife fight at all if I can help it ;)

[HDR]

Yup.. ;)

I prefer firearms, but prefer to avoid gunfights also..

[Optimus Prime]

I always thought the Swedish military Mora knives looked very similiar to some of the Finnish military knives. Probably were the Swede's got the idea from.

Swedish Military Mora
http://www.gunsnet.net/album/data//500/7689Swedish_Mora_Knife.jpg

From The Sportsman's Guide (they sale the Swedish Moras for $9.97):

Drop point 3 7/8" carbon steel blade
Plastic Green handle has rubber diamond checkering on handle for a sure grip
Comes with plastic scabbard that clips to your belt
Weighs a feathery 4 ozs. Condition: brand new, never issued.

[HDR]

Those of the north value a good edge and rifle craft.

[Optimus Prime]

Originally posted by HDR
Those of the north value a good edge and rifle craft.

How true......

My favorite assault rifles are the Sako 90 series, the Finns really know how to make good weapons. I guess it is their Viking blood running through their vains. ;)

[ugly Finn]

http://www.gunsnet.net/album/data//500/12774sissi_knife_glock.jpg

:D Pete :D

[5KNIVES]

Originally posted by Optimus Prime
I always thought the Swedish military Mora knives looked very similiar to some of the Finnish military knives. Probably were the Swede's got the idea from.

Swedish Military Mora
http://www.gunsnet.net/album/data//500/7689Swedish_Mora_Knife.jpg

From The Sportsman's Guide (they sale the Swedish Moras for $9.97):

Drop point 3 7/8" carbon steel blade
Plastic Green handle has rubber diamond checkering on handle for a sure grip
Comes with plastic scabbard that clips to your belt
Weighs a feathery 4 ozs. Condition: brand new, never issued.

Prime, Sportsmans must have mislabeled the picture. The blade should be stainless, and the military model has a lanyard hole in the pommel. the sheaths are different also.

The picture is of a Frost (Mora) Clipper, pretty much the same blade, same price and both are incredibly good knives for the money.

I've been giving Swedish army Army Knives to friends and family for about 5 years now. (Astonishing how effective small bribes can be :D )

you can check the differences at Ragnars site or eknifeworks site. Doesn't really matter what you call them, they are both outstanding values.

Unfortunately not in the same league with the sissipuukko though!

[Optimus Prime]

Thanks 5KNIVES! :)