{"product_id":"little-raven-small-viking-knife-carbon-steel","title":"Little Raven Small Viking Knife – Hand-Forged Carbon Steel \u0026 Wood Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLittle Raven™ Small Viking Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLittle Raven™ Small Viking Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact historical-style utility knife combining a hand-forged carbon steel blade with a natural wood handle, brass fittings, and a traditional leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3.9 inches overall\u003c\/strong\u003e, this miniature fixed blade features an approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1.5-inch carbon steel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e. The blade comes slightly sharpened and retains areas of dark oxide scale along the flats, giving it a rustic hand-forged appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simple wooden handle is finished with a brass collar and brass butt cap. An eyelet in the butt cap provides an attachment point for a lanyard and can also assist when drawing the compact knife from its sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vegetable-tanned leather sheath with decorative brass fittings and a suspension ring completes the traditional Viking-inspired design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small Viking \/ Utility Knife\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 3.9 inches (10 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1.5 inches (3.8 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-Forged\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly Sharpened\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rustic Oxide \/ Forge Scale Finish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Fittings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass Collar \u0026amp; Butt Cap\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lanyard Eyelet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetable-Tanned Leather\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheath Fittings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative Brass\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suspension Ring\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viking \/ Norse \/ Historical Utility Knife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact Viking Utility Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 3.9 inches overall, the Little Raven™ is considerably smaller than the traditional Viking Seax knives in the Arham Cutlery collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact proportions and simple construction give it the character of a small historical utility knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHand-Forged Carbon Steel Blade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe approximately 1.5-inch blade is \u003cstrong\u003ehand-forged from carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e and supplied slightly sharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than polishing the entire blade, areas of oxide scale remain visible along the flats. This creates the intentionally rustic forged appearance of the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWood \u0026amp; Brass Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact handle uses natural wood combined with contrasting brass fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brass collar sits near the blade, while a matching brass butt cap finishes the handle. The butt cap also incorporates a practical eyelet for attaching a lanyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural wood can vary in grain and coloration, so individual knives may differ slightly in appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVegetable-Tanned Leather Sheath\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Little Raven™ includes a \u003cstrong\u003evegetable-tanned leather sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e decorated with brass mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA suspension ring provides an attachment point for traditional-style belt carry while coordinating with the brass fittings on the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCarbon Steel Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carbon steel blade is not rust-proof and requires regular maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the blade clean and completely dry after handling. Periodically apply a light coating of suitable blade oil to help protect it from moisture, tarnishing, and surface corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark oxide and forge-scale areas are intentional parts of the blade's rustic finish. Never store the knife wet inside its leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arham Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46067761742003,"sku":null,"price":139.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0433\/9351\/5681\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep20_2026_01_20_22PM_5.webp?v=1789975120","url":"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/little-raven-small-viking-knife-carbon-steel","provider":"Arham Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}