There's a bit of a funny story for the origin of the Skrama. I used to work for the company back in the day, and at first we sold a very similar large outdoors blade called Hukari, from another knifemaker. I still have and use my Hukari, because I got it from the first or second lot of them we got in, and those were good. However, it turned out that after we sold quite a few of them, the manufacturer got greedy and decided to change their manufacturing from nearly full-length tang (it doesn't quite protrude from the rubber handle in mine, but I can feel the end of the steel if I press it hard enough) that encompassed the entire grip-length, to a half-length tang. This led to handles breaking in half from just a little use, and the product was discontinued soon after. However, we'd noticed the demand for a large bushcraft blade, and we felt the product itself (esp. the first production lots) was very cool and useful, so the work began to create our own 'hukari'-type knife. That ended up as the Skrama, and, well, rest you know. I left the company before the Skrama came out, and to this day I haven't had a reason to force myself to purchase it, because my old hukari does everything a Skrama does 'well enough'. Still waiting for the day I bite the bullet and get myself a Skrama. Oh, and if you want to get one as a gift to someone, or just want to treat yourself, get the leather sheath option. The Molle TST-option isn't bad (in fact it's made by Savotta, who also make all tactical nailon for the Finnish Defense Forces), but the leather sheath is just plain beautiful and better. Unless you're vegan, of course. Oh, and disclaimer: I used to work for Varusteleka, I don't work there anymore, but I know and like the people there and the company in general, so I _may_ have some bias. :D
+Finwolven thanks for weighing in! My Skrama is my go to big blade and has replaced some significantly more expensive knives. I did buy the leather sheath. I've been waiting fir the brown model to be in stock but got tired of waiting and bought the black one.
I saw that Stefan had weighed in on the Jääkäripuukko, he knows the nuts and bolts behind the design process behind all the Varusteleka products better than most anyone - I left the company before those plans had started to turn into reality, so I'm more of a 'before' source. And I will get a Skrama as soon as my finances allow - my Taiter Hukari is good, but it just doesn't compare!
I now have used mine for a year or so and like it even better. One thing I did aside from adapting the grind was sanding down that knobby protrusion halfway down the handle to just a more gentle curve (it is just massive rubber, the tang underneath being a straight piece of steel, so you can shape it like you would a chunk of wood). The original knob used to hurt my hand when I choked up; now I can shift to any position on the handle, forward, halfway, backward, as I need and without thinking about it. It has really made it a lot more comfortable. As far as the grind and edge goes, mine has what I have been able to measure as a 17 degree inclusive angle close to the edge, which on my blade is now convex. So that is hell keen and sharp. The Skrama has become my preferred delimbing tool - I live in a rural location with somewhere between 150 and 200 trees and large bushes on our property alone, so I need to cut down overgrown branches every season and then delimb them before processing them into firewood, fencepoles or prop-up poles for tomatoes and other plants in the veggy garden. I am talking about hazel, oak, ash, hawthorn and maple here, very little resinous stuff. Limbs up to thumb thickness just slice off with a single wrist flick. With that very keen adapted grind, it also plays at being a machete very well, slicing through very thin and flexible stuff like bramble vines instead of bludgeoning them. Finally, if I need to cut through something green or recently fallen 2 to 3 inches thick and feel it's too much trouble sheathing the Skrama and get my Silky Gomboy from my pocket, I just chop through it in a couple of blows. I have not yet seen anyone in a video demonstrating any big chopping knife that did any better chopping through any chunk of wood than my customized Skrama does. In most cases, I just watch and laugh at the energy wasted by trying to beat a log into submission with some sharpened prybar that bounces off half the time... If anyone hesitates to put a far keener edge on this thing, I can confirm that he steel can absolutely take it even when batoning the blade through seasoned hardwood logs, as long as the final edge is convexed. It also holds that working edge very long. Sheathwise, I keep it in the same molle sheath Mike demonstrates here, with a long strap attached so I can carry it baldric style diagonally from right shoulder to left hip, crossdraw. It can also sit like that under a smock style jacket while hiking, for impromptu clearing of overgrown trails. As another commenter mentioned here, having just once cutting tool on you would not really be a choice or option, it would be having no option. The skrama would then perform admirably well and be a lifesaver.
Hey Mike, always happy to see one of your videos pop up. Great video and an interesting knife that would have normally been under my radar. Thanks for taking the time to review it :)
Finally someone has reviewed this amazing tool! I've had mine for just over a year and despite its weight it is always on my journeys. I accompany mine with a mora black and a gomboy. There has never been a time where I wished I had brought a different option. You got a new sub! Keep them coming! Cheers.
+Zachary Taylor thank you for the sub and the kind words. I really, really like this blade. It is so ridiculously versatile and capable and you can't beat the price.
Just started watching your videos and wanted to say that they're great. That being said, this knife looks great and thanks for sharing it, I hadn't heard of it before.
As usual, great review. I've had mine for about three years and I have used it extensively. I usually carry a Silky saw as well. It's a great combination that gets the job done. Very fair price for a beast of a tool.
Awesome video brother! I would have never known about this blade if I had not watched your review. I am gonna give it a try as soon as I can get my hands on one. Thanks again for the awesome reviews!
+Robert Oliver hey Robert! When are you coming back to PA? Dave is working on something that fits this genre that you would love! This blade is simply fantastic. The steel is excellent, the handle is outstanding, great balance, and inexpensive. You should definitely think about picking one up. They tell me that they are working on a smaller knife and a smaller version of the Skrama. I hope to review them when they come out.
I'm getting one soon, your the first person that actually made me want to get the puukko knife, I chose the 140 an still love it. Got it back in April an still pretty sharp for all of the stuff I've put it through, it's a great tough Lil knife.
Great review! Thank you. Looks like yet another great knife from Varusteleka. I just can't get over the exceptional price of their knives! Totally unreal for the quality. I appreciate you sharing the info regarding Varusteleka and the great blades they offer.
Awesome design! Not made to be pretty but to do the job. And I love that it has some historical background because the Vikings sure did have some great metal work.
I first saw this blade from Fire and Steel here on TH-cam. I really really like this knife. Awesome review, brother. Makes me want to get back outside.
Another top review, Mike! Been using mine for about six months now, mostly for stripping logs (cutting, hacking, prying, you name it) and the edge holds up extremely well. Those Fins are all about quality worktools, not about the bling or the buck. Thnx for sharing!
They are making a smaller version, with just a one handed grip. Expected to be available before the end of the year. Varusteleka have some pics on their Facebook page.
That thing is a beast! It certainly seems to work well. If I were forced into a one tool option type situation, I don't think I'd be at a disadvantage in the least in carrying that. Awesome video my friend!
I've been using the first gen version pretty much since they started selling them. It easily outperforms every large knife I bought before or since, and that includes some far more expensive knives. This is the knife I will be comparing all the large ones to from now on.
Blue Mountain Bushcraft and Outdoors Yeah, it's just one step below the "vesuri" knives we here in Finland normally use for less recreational forest work.
That hole in the front of the blade is to collect the flesh of your victims so you can present them to Odin before entering Valhalla. Hahaha! Seriously though, I dig this knife. Thanks for letting me know about it Mike. I'm going to have to get one, I've never had a blade that large with that design. Hello of a good price, too.
Great review Mike. Always enjoy your videos. I'll be testing the Skrama and 140mm this weekend. Hope you don't mind but I mentioned you and linked to your video in my Jääkäripuukko 110 first look video. Thanks for sharing this one. - Mark
+sameold77 heck no I don't mind. Thanks for the shout out. I'll be interested to hear your thoughts after you've used them. I recently got a 140 and I think I may like it even more than the 110.
Excellent review of an amazing tool! I went with the British Bayonet Frog in DPM for my sheath as it was only $5.99 CAD and the one they sent was in brand new issue condition!
Another excellent review Mike, and a really outstanding blade! I'm a sucker for a one-tool option blade, not because I plan to just have one blade, but because I find that kind of versatility appealing. I see on the site that they also have a stainless option, and I've been thinking about that issue, because I'm planning a trip where high-humidity and salt water are issues. This knife also gave me some ideas for modification projects in the future - winner all around!
Blue Mountain Bushcraft and Outdoors Definitely! The pricing is astounding too! Even with a leather dangler sheath, it's still under $90 USD, whereas a Becker BK9, with its crap sheath, is nearly $100, and doesn't have the same degree of versatility. I also love a good bargain, what can I say?
I am enjoying your reviews of these blades that I probably never would have heard of otherwise. With the slight curve to the blade, the shape of the tip and the hole near the tip for a little extra grip purpose I kept thinking 'heck of an improvised draw knife'.
Another great review. I went to their site and see that all the bushcraft knives are sold out.Lol, Saw that coming and another review by someone who saw your other review. This is just about a perfect design. The ONLY things I would add are the sharp spine and I would prefer to see the end section of handle curve downward, like the parang, to give a bit better ergos for limbing, that is it. I also like the different edge geometry, that is something I would like to see more of this style knife to have. Very nice products.+
Thank you. All of their knives seem to sell out quickly. I can see why! The sharp spine is easily fixed and there is a technique that I will demonstrate in a future video that allows you to use the sharpened bevel at the tip. I think that once you get one in hand you might change your mind about the ergos. I think they are spot on. It works very well for limbing.
I bought the Terävä Jääkäripuukko 140 based on your last review and I was looking at the Skrama bush knife in the online store. I really wanted one but wasn't ready to take the plunge sight unseen. I went back and picked it up after watching this vid LOL wish I had purchased them together and saved on the shipping costs, but regardless of postage costs...thanks for bringing these products to our attention. I'm a sucker for a good quality Scandinavian made knife.
Got my 140mm Puukko Saturday and my Skrama came in this morning. Not bad 10 days for one and 6 days for the other. That's Fast considering where it came from and these things seem to be pretty indestructible. Wasn't sure what I would think of the wacky grind on the blade, but after messing around with it a little, it works really well. Wondering if I should regrind some of my old machetes the same way now! Lots of other amazing and affordable gear available on the Verusteleka site, Once again I gotta thank you for bringing this company to my attention, it has the potential to be Life changing LOL.
I bet that knife would also fit in one vof Ontario's SP sheaths like they use with the SP51&53, they are not perfect but for $15 I think they ain't horribly bad for the price. I really like the idea of this knife replacing a small hatchet, especially with weight and usability, so many different things you can do with it.
Hi Mike im from South Africa.Im going to buy the Skrama as a 1 tool option.Here we have thick bush...mountains and forest.Ive just subscribed thx for the vids.
I have it and the 110 Pukko they make a great set for any job. But the Skrama is an awesome blade, and with the secondary cutting edge is great for fine work. I have been testing mine for near a year now and I have yet to find something it can not do. I use it for chopping, batoning, slicing, carving and it handles great and is so comfortable in the hand when you use it for a long period of time and also it's balance is perfect for the blade when being used.
definitely. I am going on a trip to Sweden in January next year in the Arctic circle and it is going to be my main user and the Pukko 110 my belt knife. So I am going to be pairing them up together to make a great set.
I got a Skrama a week ago, and it came with a sharpened spine out of the box, like the spines on the Puukkos. It strikes sparks off a firesteel pretty well. So Varusteleka took care of that on the most recent runs, I guess. Chopping extremely hard wood (I think it is prune) that even gave my GB small forest axe some trouble it did quite well, after the axe and before a Tramontina bolo machete. Of course it is wiser to just use a saw on such wood... I did not like the steep chopping edge that much so I reground it and put on a far thinner, keener convex edge. That held up pretty well in that ultrahard wood, so the steel is strong enough to take a bit more risk with the edge angle for anyone willing to try. For brush clearing I like a very keen profile so you don't bludgeon but slice though vines and thin branches, the way a good machete does. Now I'm beginning to like this thing.
Frank Schweppe Good to know a more acute angle holds up. I think I’ll try it as is (our Aussie wood is hard) and maybe adjust the main edge after. Make it all 25deg. I like the idea of only needing one knife. But I’ll probably take about 3 or 4 camping. (Skrama, the 140 Pukko, and maybe a good food prep folder like the Broken Skull).
I have a suggestion for a use for the hole in the tip of the blade. If you were to put a lanyard on the pommel of the knife and slide it down your forearm to your elbow you could use the hole to provide purchase on the blade for using the tip of the knife for detail task like skinning small game or fish. Just a thought, but I have done something similar with a bolo machete.
Yeah, I can totally dig that, and I think that full length, but not full width tang is a good thing for a chopping blade to manage shock. Blade profile reminds me of old Australian army golok, but with more handle to blade to increase versatility. If that nice round exposed tang pommel has a 90 deg edge it could be used to scrape out hollows when carving
+Everyday Adventure I agree. It is very comfortable when chopping. It's death on saplings and branches and whistles through them like they aren't there. I was considering sharpening the ring pommel on one of the puukkos for just that reason.
It looks like the perfect set up would be The Skrama Bush Knife, pared with The Jääkäripuukko 110 Knife . I have the 110 Knife I am on the waiting list for the Skrama. You can buy both of these knives for the price of one high end knife . I really like the Quality and Simple Design Terävä offers.
+Jedi_Drifter so do I. The Skrama is still my go to big blade. I’ve found that the 110 is almost overkill when paired with the Skrama and often find myself choosing something smaller.
Hi , bought a 110 years ago based on your review ! Have the 114 and Scrama , which is based on the " seax or saxe which was a Germanic - Scandinavian medieval design . The Finn's are not Scandinavian , but Lettic people who speak Finno - Uhgrian ! Thanks...... Grizz 🐻
Thanks for an informative and good video. Not finnish myself, I'm from Sweden, you do in my ears do pretty good finnish pronunciation! Own the same blade, not that sheath though but a Brittish PLCE bayonet frog sheath also available at the same site as the knife. Put a forced patina on mine using apple vineager. Have been using it, paired with a Mora Pro C for finer work, on a couple of trips. Weather has been both in rain and sunshine and had no problems with corrosion sofar. Just wipe of the blade and oil it before storing it. Myself not a really a big blade guy but this one does perform good. That coupled with its price, well if you have the money and are into bigger blades - try it. (BTW not connected in any way with Varusteleka.)
+CristalClear that's a great combination. While this blade will do fine work really well it will definitely tire you out quicker than using a smaller knife. And some tasks it's just too big to do well.
there's another version of a sheath for this which is a larger version of the jaaripuukko sheath, i.e. a leather dangler with a plastic insert and drainage hole if people are interested. there's also a stainless steel version for anyone living in a coastal region. the spines a problem for throwing sparks so i had mine sharpened by Scott at Wessex Blades. he's a UK knifemaker who really doesn't get enough credit - you guys should DEFINITELY check him out. superb knives with a real classic English feel to them and beautifully made. His golok is one of the best blades i've ever seen and his leather work is as good as it gets. have a great day you guys.
+Rory Byrne I did a segment talking about that leather sheath but wound up cutting it to reduce the length of the video. I'll be ordering one. I'm curious to see how their stainless stacks up against the carbon. I have heard of Wessex blades. Didn't he used to do videos of of his shed/workshop?
he still does do those vids. i love his stuff and would love to see him getting the same sort of exposure as some of the custom knifemakers i see in the states but it's become a market crowded with a lot of really high class knifemakers. but you should check his stuff out he's developing really excellent leather work too. it's interesting watching the different styles in british and american knives too. just out of interest, i'm assuming you're on the gauntlet review circle here, but are you going to put both those blades out to other reviewers like chris tanner et al?
Very well done friend. Just wondering if other countries other than the US/etc. can legally acquire these fine products. I refer to the insane gun/knife laws in these other fine countries? Thanks from Tejas
Hi, great video and great knife. I don't know if I will buy the Terava Skrama or the Ka-bar BK9, are they comparable knives in terms of their use? Which do you think would be more recommended? Thanks! And you have one more suscriber!
I believe I'm gonna get myself one know,finally made up.my mind,my puukko has done well do why not get the bigger brother an use them as a duo along with my folding saw before I camping in October an this way I'll have time to practice with it like I did with my puukko, ty
I believe you would nearly have to have another smaller blade with this tool. It looks like it processes wood like a champ, but unfortunately we have to eat as well. Its size and blade shape would be a nightmare trying to process any sort of game. This knife and the puukko paired together I think make an unstoppable combo for sure. One tool option? I think the blade shape keeps this from being a true one tool option.
+Justin Puckett it's definitely far from ideal for game processing. This knife is definitely best paired with a good belt knife. That said, of all the "one tool option" blades I've tried so far, this one rises to the top.
Love your videos brother. Thank you for bringing these tools to our attention. Right now they seem to be out of stock on both of these knives but your videos have pushed me towards purchasing both.
Just wanted to say, cos it looks weird to see Finnish word in the middle of English sentence. "Puukko" just means knife in Finnish, and that Jääkäripuukko means just Jaeger Knife.
The one thing I don't like about this knife is the lanyard hole. I prefer a blunt pummel that I can break things with if necessary. That's one of the features I personally require. And the pummel on this looks like it would break if used as a pummel. Other than that, I like the angle of the grind. But that pummel is a deal breaker for me.
I currently swap between the Esee Junglas and a Becker 9 for my outings. In your opinion, would you be willing to give one of those knifes up to add this one to your collection?
+Rick McClanahan well, I don't have a BK9. I do have a Junglas though. It hasn't seen any field time since getting the Skrama. I've had a BK7 so if I had to pick, I'd definitely ditch the BK9 in favor of the Skrama. I still really like the Junglas and won't get rid of it.
Hey Mike, looks like another great knife from a great company . but my question would be how do you sharpen a knife like this ( having 2 different angels ) ?? are you a old school water stone guy ? or more the worksharp kinda guy like Criss from PM101??? .. or is this another Vid yet to come ? Keep up the great Vids & ill keep watching .. Cheers :-)
+stocker826 I'm not a big fan of the Worksharp unless it's for a very specific task. I use a combination of traditional water stones and ceramic rods. I also use a KME system from time to time. I touched this one up with ceramic rods then stripped it and it got scary sharp. It takes one hell of an edge.
If I use it to clean a.lot of fish , what can I use to clean the blade with after? And is stone and oil the best option for resharpen? Thank you for the video it is. Very well.done.
I would not use it for fishing purposes mostly its a replacement for small axe and knife you know butch craft stuff and oil and stone is enough for mainteinance
That is a really tough question without having them side by side. I loved the Mini Duku Parang. I think they are likely pretty comparable but I couldn't say which is better just based on my memory.
Hi Mike, what is better out of the Skrama and the Junglas? Im looking for a large blade to pair with a 4 inch woodlore style knife and maybe a bahco laplander. The large blade needs to chop, batton and clear brush reasonably well. Any thoughts? Thanks, Nic
Oh man, I have both and I really like both of them. Either one will serve you well. I find myself reaching for the Skrama more than anything else. I’d probably give the nod to the Skrama, but not by much.
it took a while for my 110 to arrive. I live in New Mexico and placed my order on the 6th of Sept. amd got ot the 22nd. After leaving the country of origin it took over a week to show the tracking reach NY customs. use the tracking number and put it in the USPS tracking base for more detailed shipping info
+John Bluepaint absolutely. I'd like to get another mini Duku to do a side by side comparison. I love the looks of the Condor but I think the Skrama might beat it for utility.
Another well done review Mike maybe you should quit your day job! LOL! The Scrama certainly looks like an efficient big knife. I think there are a couple of reasons that the knife doesn't have a full tang. Scandinavian knives are typically made with a fully enclosed tang so that in the cold months one's hand or gloved hand doesn't come into contact with the steel which would conduct the cold to your hand. I think they also choose this construction to make knives lighter and more nimble but I don't think that applies to the Scrama!
I think you are probably right regarding the reasons for the overloaded handle. You would be surprised at just how nimble it is. It's no Mora #1 but it handles way better than a blade of it's size should. If I could get this gig to pay the bills I just might quit the day job! That's not happening any time soon though.
Order the Excellent Leather sheath at the time You place the Order for the Skrama , I ordered mine later and had to pay for post again so Combine the payment . The Leather is very good value and done to a very High standard .
I imagine a one-tool option as being the result of a very unfortunate turn of events. That is, I've been separated from all the other tools in my kit necessary for successful processing and chores. Chances are, then, that the one tool I still have is not going to be ideal, but that it will just have to do. That, to me, is the one tool option- no option at all.
Pucket comments it wouldn't be much good for processing game. I use mine to do all my rabbits. My son uses one in the kitchen too often, last time to do some fish. It can unzip any game and lop off anything you don't want. Sure a smaller knife for some stuff is far better but the Skrama has a hell sharp edge and can do it. Its all in that neutral balance. The more you use one the more you can do; importantly in control and safely. Skrama and quality Spyderco and you have most covered; add a Silky saw and then very little you can't do.
+Muskett I haven't done any game processing with mine yet but I can see where it would be possible. It's rapidly become one of my favorite blades. It's so versatile. You are right, when accompanied by a good saw and a good pocket knives there's very little you can't accomplish .
There's a bit of a funny story for the origin of the Skrama. I used to work for the company back in the day, and at first we sold a very similar large outdoors blade called Hukari, from another knifemaker. I still have and use my Hukari, because I got it from the first or second lot of them we got in, and those were good.
However, it turned out that after we sold quite a few of them, the manufacturer got greedy and decided to change their manufacturing from nearly full-length tang (it doesn't quite protrude from the rubber handle in mine, but I can feel the end of the steel if I press it hard enough) that encompassed the entire grip-length, to a half-length tang. This led to handles breaking in half from just a little use, and the product was discontinued soon after.
However, we'd noticed the demand for a large bushcraft blade, and we felt the product itself (esp. the first production lots) was very cool and useful, so the work began to create our own 'hukari'-type knife. That ended up as the Skrama, and, well, rest you know.
I left the company before the Skrama came out, and to this day I haven't had a reason to force myself to purchase it, because my old hukari does everything a Skrama does 'well enough'. Still waiting for the day I bite the bullet and get myself a Skrama.
Oh, and if you want to get one as a gift to someone, or just want to treat yourself, get the leather sheath option. The Molle TST-option isn't bad (in fact it's made by Savotta, who also make all tactical nailon for the Finnish Defense Forces), but the leather sheath is just plain beautiful and better. Unless you're vegan, of course.
Oh, and disclaimer: I used to work for Varusteleka, I don't work there anymore, but I know and like the people there and the company in general, so I _may_ have some bias. :D
+Finwolven thanks for weighing in! My Skrama is my go to big blade and has replaced some significantly more expensive knives.
I did buy the leather sheath. I've been waiting fir the brown model to be in stock but got tired of waiting and bought the black one.
I saw that Stefan had weighed in on the Jääkäripuukko, he knows the nuts and bolts behind the design process behind all the Varusteleka products better than most anyone - I left the company before those plans had started to turn into reality, so I'm more of a 'before' source.
And I will get a Skrama as soon as my finances allow - my Taiter Hukari is good, but it just doesn't compare!
The Website mentioned Worldwide shipping. Can I order it from India ? I think I can but dont know the customs charges....
I now have used mine for a year or so and like it even better. One thing I did aside from adapting the grind was sanding down that knobby protrusion halfway down the handle to just a more gentle curve (it is just massive rubber, the tang underneath being a straight piece of steel, so you can shape it like you would a chunk of wood). The original knob used to hurt my hand when I choked up; now I can shift to any position on the handle, forward, halfway, backward, as I need and without thinking about it. It has really made it a lot more comfortable. As far as the grind and edge goes, mine has what I have been able to measure as a 17 degree inclusive angle close to the edge, which on my blade is now convex. So that is hell keen and sharp. The Skrama has become my preferred delimbing tool - I live in a rural location with somewhere between 150 and 200 trees and large bushes on our property alone, so I need to cut down overgrown branches every season and then delimb them before processing them into firewood, fencepoles or prop-up poles for tomatoes and other plants in the veggy garden. I am talking about hazel, oak, ash, hawthorn and maple here, very little resinous stuff. Limbs up to thumb thickness just slice off with a single wrist flick. With that very keen adapted grind, it also plays at being a machete very well, slicing through very thin and flexible stuff like bramble vines instead of bludgeoning them. Finally, if I need to cut through something green or recently fallen 2 to 3 inches thick and feel it's too much trouble sheathing the Skrama and get my Silky Gomboy from my pocket, I just chop through it in a couple of blows. I have not yet seen anyone in a video demonstrating any big chopping knife that did any better chopping through any chunk of wood than my customized Skrama does. In most cases, I just watch and laugh at the energy wasted by trying to beat a log into submission with some sharpened prybar that bounces off half the time... If anyone hesitates to put a far keener edge on this thing, I can confirm that he steel can absolutely take it even when batoning the blade through seasoned hardwood logs, as long as the final edge is convexed. It also holds that working edge very long.
Sheathwise, I keep it in the same molle sheath Mike demonstrates here, with a long strap attached so I can carry it baldric style diagonally from right shoulder to left hip, crossdraw. It can also sit like that under a smock style jacket while hiking, for impromptu clearing of overgrown trails.
As another commenter mentioned here, having just once cutting tool on you would not really be a choice or option, it would be having no option. The skrama would then perform admirably well and be a lifesaver.
Hey Mike, always happy to see one of your videos pop up. Great video and an interesting knife that would have normally been under my radar. Thanks for taking the time to review it :)
+German Survivalist (Dante Briefs) nice to hear from you Dante. You are welcome. Thanks for watching.
Finally someone has reviewed this amazing tool! I've had mine for just over a year and despite its weight it is always on my journeys. I accompany mine with a mora black and a gomboy. There has never been a time where I wished I had brought a different option. You got a new sub! Keep them coming! Cheers.
+Zachary Taylor thank you for the sub and the kind words. I really, really like this blade. It is so ridiculously versatile and capable and you can't beat the price.
Just started watching your videos and wanted to say that they're great. That being said, this knife looks great and thanks for sharing it, I hadn't heard of it before.
This is the best review ive seen on this blade...
Very badass, sir.
As usual, great review. I've had mine for about three years and I have used it extensively. I usually carry a Silky saw as well. It's a great combination that gets the job done. Very fair price for a beast of a tool.
Excellent video Mike and a well done review! I have been looking forward to this one..
I'm glad you like it and hope you get lots of use out of it.
+Donny B you need one Donny!
I tried it. I don't have time nor inclination to do it again. I'm thrilled it works for you though.
Awesome video brother! I would have never known about this blade if I had not watched your review. I am gonna give it a try as soon as I can get my hands on one. Thanks again for the awesome reviews!
+Randy Clark you are most welcome. I think you will really enjoy using it.
Very excited to see you review this tool. Ty for doing this one.
+Robert Oliver hey Robert! When are you coming back to PA? Dave is working on something that fits this genre that you would love! This blade is simply fantastic. The steel is excellent, the handle is outstanding, great balance, and inexpensive. You should definitely think about picking one up. They tell me that they are working on a smaller knife and a smaller version of the Skrama. I hope to review them when they come out.
I'm still hoping to find some blackmail pics good enough to get Dave to do me a model G in 5/32 stock.
Thanks for the review. I've been in the lookout for a no bullshit Seax. It appears you just showed me what I'm looking for. Keep up the good work.
+Jonathan Zook's Outdoors Laboratory you are very welcome. You won't be disappointed.
I'm getting one soon, your the first person that actually made me want to get the puukko knife, I chose the 140 an still love it. Got it back in April an still pretty sharp for all of the stuff I've put it through, it's a great tough Lil knife.
Great review! Thank you. Looks like yet another great knife from Varusteleka. I just can't get over the exceptional price of their knives! Totally unreal for the quality. I appreciate you sharing the info regarding Varusteleka and the great blades they offer.
+Allen Jensen yup. This thing is a steal.
Awesome design! Not made to be pretty but to do the job. And I love that it has some historical background because the Vikings sure did have some great metal work.
I first saw this blade from Fire and Steel here on TH-cam. I really really like this knife. Awesome review, brother. Makes me want to get back outside.
+Brandl Stephenson I saw that review too. I liked those guys. I wonder what happened to them?
Great review as always...thanks for posting it.
+Rick C thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment.
Another top review, Mike! Been using mine for about six months now, mostly for stripping logs (cutting, hacking, prying, you name it) and the edge holds up extremely well. Those Fins are all about quality worktools, not about the bling or the buck. Thnx for sharing!
+Pat Finder edge holding is excellent isn't it? It's definitely a top notch tool.
Glad to see these getting more coverage. The Skrama has been around for a few years now.
+RenThraysk this was a hidden gem for me. I could have saved myself some money buying this year's ago!
They are making a smaller version, with just a one handed grip. Expected to be available before the end of the year. Varusteleka have some pics on their Facebook page.
I just ordered this, thanks for this great video. It won me over :) Greetings from the netherlands!
+Bushcraft Baking you won't be disappointed.
Just got my new skrama blade couple weeks ago and can't be happier with my purchase,both my pukko knife an skrama make a awesome duo.
I used a Skrama on an excursion in the Chilean Patagonia. Excellent tool...it worked like a hatchet! Great video...new suscriber!
+Juan Carlos Acuña Hinojosa thank you. I'd love to hear about your experience.
looks like a winner for the price. great vid
+SCOOP DE DOOP oh yeah. Thanks for the view.
That thing is a beast! It certainly seems to work well. If I were forced into a one tool option type situation, I don't think I'd be at a disadvantage in the least in carrying that. Awesome video my friend!
+Feral Woodcraft no you would not be. This is the first big blade that made me feel comfortable with the one tool option scenario.
I've been using the first gen version pretty much since they started selling them. It easily outperforms every large knife I bought before or since, and that includes some far more expensive knives. This is the knife I will be comparing all the large ones to from now on.
+Dimetropteryx it really does punch way above its weight class doesn't it. It's become my go to large knife.
Blue Mountain Bushcraft and Outdoors Yeah, it's just one step below the "vesuri" knives we here in Finland normally use for less recreational forest work.
Skrama knife is a great knife,I love mine an my pukko 140.
I love mine. Great versatility and functionality.
+Rod Rig agreed.
Thanks for that review. Ordered mine with a leather sheath yesterday.
+EvilLabrador1 cool. I hope you like it as much as I do.
love the shirt! and of course, the ever informative vids :)
+Cody Banks thank you!
That hole in the front of the blade is to collect the flesh of your victims so you can present them to Odin before entering Valhalla. Hahaha! Seriously though, I dig this knife. Thanks for letting me know about it Mike. I'm going to have to get one, I've never had a blade that large with that design. Hello of a good price, too.
+Irish Zombie Nation lol!!!! You are REQUIRED to include that design purpose description in your review!
Oh my my that knife is bad ass... I could really see the benefits of it!! Awesome video Mike, very well explained
+The Bearded Burton badass just about describes it. You need one. It would be PERFECT for that assaultive vegetation you have in Texas.
I really like that's it's 5/32" and wow less than $80 shipped! I'm sold man.
And you're right, would work perfect here and these hateful woods haha
great review!
Great review Mike. Always enjoy your videos. I'll be testing the Skrama and 140mm this weekend. Hope you don't mind but I mentioned you and linked to your video in my Jääkäripuukko 110 first look video. Thanks for sharing this one. - Mark
+sameold77 heck no I don't mind. Thanks for the shout out. I'll be interested to hear your thoughts after you've used them. I recently got a 140 and I think I may like it even more than the 110.
Just got 1 and love it.
Excellent review of an amazing tool! I went with the British Bayonet Frog in DPM for my sheath as it was only $5.99 CAD and the one they sent was in brand new issue condition!
+CANADIAN OUTDOOR SURVIVAL I saw those. I may have to try one.
Got mine in the Spring...with the molle sheath. Awesome k-nife!!
+glockensig sweet! Sounds like you like it.
Another excellent review Mike, and a really outstanding blade! I'm a sucker for a one-tool option blade, not because I plan to just have one blade, but because I find that kind of versatility appealing. I see on the site that they also have a stainless option, and I've been thinking about that issue, because I'm planning a trip where high-humidity and salt water are issues. This knife also gave me some ideas for modification projects in the future - winner all around!
+Charles Collier thank you. I'm curious to see how their stainless models stack up. If you get one please let us know what you think.
Blue Mountain Bushcraft and Outdoors Definitely! The pricing is astounding too! Even with a leather dangler sheath, it's still under $90 USD, whereas a Becker BK9, with its crap sheath, is nearly $100, and doesn't have the same degree of versatility. I also love a good bargain, what can I say?
I am enjoying your reviews of these blades that I probably never would have heard of otherwise. With the slight curve to the blade, the shape of the tip and the hole near the tip for a little extra grip purpose I kept thinking 'heck of an improvised draw knife'.
Grip purchase not grip purpose.
+JAB 619 oh definitely!
Looks great and a decent price... thanks for the video & review.
+Roy Fernbach yes sir. Thanks for watching.
Another great review. I went to their site and see that all the bushcraft knives are sold out.Lol, Saw that coming and another review by someone who saw your other review.
This is just about a perfect design. The ONLY things I would add are the sharp spine and I would prefer to see the end section of handle curve downward, like the parang, to give a bit better ergos for limbing, that is it.
I also like the different edge geometry, that is something I would like to see more of this style knife to have.
Very nice products.+
Thank you. All of their knives seem to sell out quickly. I can see why! The sharp spine is easily fixed and there is a technique that I will demonstrate in a future video that allows you to use the sharpened bevel at the tip. I think that once you get one in hand you might change your mind about the ergos. I think they are spot on. It works very well for limbing.
I bought the Terävä Jääkäripuukko 140 based on your last review and I was looking at the Skrama bush knife in the online store. I really wanted one but wasn't ready to take the plunge sight unseen. I went back and picked it up after watching this vid LOL wish I had purchased them together and saved on the shipping costs, but regardless of postage costs...thanks for bringing these products to our attention. I'm a sucker for a good quality Scandinavian made knife.
+Moises Aspres lol! Been there done that. I hope you like them. I'm fairly sure you will.
Got my 140mm Puukko Saturday and my Skrama came in this morning. Not bad 10 days for one and 6 days for the other. That's Fast considering where it came from and these things seem to be pretty indestructible. Wasn't sure what I would think of the wacky grind on the blade, but after messing around with it a little, it works really well. Wondering if I should regrind some of my old machetes the same way now! Lots of other amazing and affordable gear available on the Verusteleka site, Once again I gotta thank you for bringing this company to my attention, it has the potential to be Life changing LOL.
Interesting knife Mike. I like it. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching. I like it too!
Been waiting for this review. Thank you. I know you no longer have the Condor Mini Duku but... any comparisons??
These as some great blades, good find!
+Bob Wampler (Wambo) I agree. Thanks for watching.
I knew you would like that blade....great video
+Eric McNeil you were right. Thanks!
Great review. Love that knife. When people ask me about that hole, I just tell them it's a speed hole. Makes the knife go faster.
Lol!! That's pretty funny. I'm going to have to remember that one!
Extra points if you/they know what speed hole is in reference to.
Great video.... Thank you
Nice video, Looks like home!
I bet that knife would also fit in one vof Ontario's SP sheaths like they use with the SP51&53, they are not perfect but for $15 I think they ain't horribly bad for the price. I really like the idea of this knife replacing a small hatchet, especially with weight and usability, so many different things you can do with it.
+Airik1111 I love this thing. It's super versatile.
Hi Mike im from South Africa.Im going to buy the Skrama as a 1 tool option.Here we have thick bush...mountains and forest.Ive just subscribed thx for the vids.
Great review! Subbed!
+Jeff Lorch thanks on both counts.
Hi, thank you for video. Good luck.
Looks like a beast!!!! 😳
Great Review! How has your skrama held up and do you still Think it´s a great blade?
Top review, great knife, I like it
+SOUTHERN CROSS SURVIVAL thank you. So do I!
I've just found these beautiful/tuff blades. Saving my money up gotta get one the Leuku blades are awesome too
You won’t be disappointed
Just bought a ks9. Its amazing
I have it and the 110 Pukko they make a great set for any job. But the Skrama is an awesome blade, and with the secondary cutting edge is great for fine work. I have been testing mine for near a year now and I have yet to find something it can not do. I use it for chopping, batoning, slicing, carving and it handles great and is so comfortable in the hand when you use it for a long period of time and also it's balance is perfect for the blade when being used.
+Tinky Pete it's amazing how versatile it is isn't it?
definitely. I am going on a trip to Sweden in January next year in the Arctic circle and it is going to be my main user and the Pukko 110 my belt knife. So I am going to be pairing them up together to make a great set.
I got a Skrama a week ago, and it came with a sharpened spine out of the box, like the spines on the Puukkos. It strikes sparks off a firesteel pretty well. So Varusteleka took care of that on the most recent runs, I guess. Chopping extremely hard wood (I think it is prune) that even gave my GB small forest axe some trouble it did quite well, after the axe and before a Tramontina bolo machete. Of course it is wiser to just use a saw on such wood...
I did not like the steep chopping edge that much so I reground it and put on a far thinner, keener convex edge. That held up pretty well in that ultrahard wood, so the steel is strong enough to take a bit more risk with the edge angle for anyone willing to try. For brush clearing I like a very keen profile so you don't bludgeon but slice though vines and thin branches, the way a good machete does. Now I'm beginning to like this thing.
+Frank Schweppe I still carry this blade. It is so useful it has replaced many of my larger, more expensive knives
Frank Schweppe Good to know a more acute angle holds up. I think I’ll try it as is (our Aussie wood is hard) and maybe adjust the main edge after. Make it all 25deg. I like the idea of only needing one knife. But I’ll probably take about 3 or 4 camping. (Skrama, the 140 Pukko, and maybe a good food prep folder like the Broken Skull).
I have a suggestion for a use for the hole in the tip of the blade. If you were to put a lanyard on the pommel of the knife and slide it down your forearm to your elbow you could use the hole to provide purchase on the blade for using the tip of the knife for detail task like skinning small game or fish. Just a thought, but I have done something similar with a bolo machete.
Yeah, I can totally dig that, and I think that full length, but not full width tang is a good thing for a chopping blade to manage shock. Blade profile reminds me of old Australian army golok, but with more handle to blade to increase versatility. If that nice round exposed tang pommel has a 90 deg edge it could be used to scrape out hollows when carving
+Everyday Adventure I agree. It is very comfortable when chopping. It's death on saplings and branches and whistles through them like they aren't there. I was considering sharpening the ring pommel on one of the puukkos for just that reason.
They have a piggyback sheath for this so you can pair it with the pukko 85. It's literally the perfect combination
It looks like the perfect set up would be The Skrama Bush Knife, pared with The Jääkäripuukko 110 Knife . I have the 110 Knife I am on the waiting list for the Skrama. You can buy both of these knives for the price of one high end knife . I really like the Quality and Simple Design Terävä offers.
+Jedi_Drifter so do I. The Skrama is still my go to big blade. I’ve found that the 110 is almost overkill when paired with the Skrama and often find myself choosing something smaller.
Hi , bought a 110 years ago based on your review ! Have the 114 and Scrama , which is based on the " seax or saxe which was a Germanic - Scandinavian medieval design . The Finn's are not Scandinavian , but Lettic people who speak Finno - Uhgrian ! Thanks...... Grizz 🐻
Were did you get the tee shirt, I am on a email list for the knife great review!
Thanks for an informative and good video. Not finnish myself, I'm from Sweden, you do in my ears do pretty good finnish pronunciation! Own the same blade, not that sheath though but a Brittish PLCE bayonet frog sheath also available at the same site as the knife. Put a forced patina on mine using apple vineager. Have been using it, paired with a Mora Pro C for finer work, on a couple of trips. Weather has been both in rain and sunshine and had no problems with corrosion sofar. Just wipe of the blade and oil it before storing it. Myself not a really a big blade guy but this one does perform good. That coupled with its price, well if you have the money and are into bigger blades - try it. (BTW not connected in any way with Varusteleka.)
+CristalClear that's a great combination. While this blade will do fine work really well it will definitely tire you out quicker than using a smaller knife. And some tasks it's just too big to do well.
Thanks to you my firend I got the Skrama :) Are you still happy with it and have you seen the new Skrama 200?
there's another version of a sheath for this which is a larger version of the jaaripuukko sheath, i.e. a leather dangler with a plastic insert and drainage hole if people are interested. there's also a stainless steel version for anyone living in a coastal region. the spines a problem for throwing sparks so i had mine sharpened by Scott at Wessex Blades. he's a UK knifemaker who really doesn't get enough credit - you guys should DEFINITELY check him out. superb knives with a real classic English feel to them and beautifully made. His golok is one of the best blades i've ever seen and his leather work is as good as it gets. have a great day you guys.
+Rory Byrne I did a segment talking about that leather sheath but wound up cutting it to reduce the length of the video. I'll be ordering one. I'm curious to see how their stainless stacks up against the carbon. I have heard of Wessex blades. Didn't he used to do videos of of his shed/workshop?
he still does do those vids. i love his stuff and would love to see him getting the same sort of exposure as some of the custom knifemakers i see in the states but it's become a market crowded with a lot of really high class knifemakers. but you should check his stuff out he's developing really excellent leather work too. it's interesting watching the different styles in british and american knives too. just out of interest, i'm assuming you're on the gauntlet review circle here, but are you going to put both those blades out to other reviewers like chris tanner et al?
Very well done friend. Just wondering if other countries other than the US/etc. can legally acquire these fine products. I refer to the insane gun/knife laws in these other fine countries? Thanks from Tejas
Hi, great video and great knife. I don't know if I will buy the Terava Skrama or the Ka-bar BK9, are they comparable knives in terms of their use? Which do you think would be more recommended? Thanks! And you have one more suscriber!
+enpemar I would pick the Skrama every time. I think it'd is a more useful, more versatile woods blade. Thanks for subscribing!
For the cost of the BK9 you could have the Skrama and it's little brother the 110 or 140
where did you get the Molle sheath? i looked on the websie and did not see it there? thanks
Hey, where can i buy that sheath you have, that green nylon thing?
very cool knife
It is.
It is.
Looks epic...
+Howling Dingo that's a good description.
I believe I'm gonna get myself one know,finally made up.my mind,my puukko has done well do why not get the bigger brother an use them as a duo along with my folding saw before I camping in October an this way I'll have time to practice with it like I did with my puukko, ty
Hi sir, may i know where you buy parang malaysia?
I believe you would nearly have to have another smaller blade with this tool. It looks like it processes wood like a champ, but unfortunately we have to eat as well. Its size and blade shape would be a nightmare trying to process any sort of game. This knife and the puukko paired together I think make an unstoppable combo for sure. One tool option? I think the blade shape keeps this from being a true one tool option.
+Justin Puckett it's definitely far from ideal for game processing. This knife is definitely best paired with a good belt knife. That said, of all the "one tool option" blades I've tried so far, this one rises to the top.
Love your videos brother. Thank you for bringing these tools to our attention. Right now they seem to be out of stock on both of these knives but your videos have pushed me towards purchasing both.
Just wanted to say, cos it looks weird to see Finnish word in the middle of English sentence. "Puukko" just means knife in Finnish, and that Jääkäripuukko means just Jaeger Knife.
Great video...What kind of camera...? good picture..
+Frank Webster believe it or not it's my cell phone. iPhone 6s+.
Yeah, they didn't sand off the scale leftover from the heat treat, so it won't strike firesteel unless you do that yourself.
+Mr. Stoßtruppen correct. It doesn't take much work to get that squared away.
The one thing I don't like about this knife is the lanyard hole. I prefer a blunt pummel that I can break things with if necessary. That's one of the features I personally require. And the pummel on this looks like it would break if used as a pummel. Other than that, I like the angle of the grind. But that pummel is a deal breaker for me.
Great video! I have ordered one my self just wondering how long does it take to ship?
+PeterC585 for me, shipping times have been about a week.
Blue Mountain Bushcraft and Outdoors thank you can't wait!
I currently swap between the Esee Junglas and a Becker 9 for my outings. In your opinion, would you be willing to give one of those knifes up to add this one to your collection?
+Rick McClanahan well, I don't have a BK9. I do have a Junglas though. It hasn't seen any field time since getting the Skrama. I've had a BK7 so if I had to pick, I'd definitely ditch the BK9 in favor of the Skrama. I still really like the Junglas and won't get rid of it.
Hey Mike, looks like another great knife from a great company . but my question would be how do you sharpen a knife like this ( having 2 different angels ) ?? are you a old school water stone guy ? or more the worksharp kinda guy like Criss from PM101??? .. or is this another Vid yet to come ? Keep up the great Vids & ill keep watching .. Cheers :-)
+stocker826 I'm not a big fan of the Worksharp unless it's for a very specific task. I use a combination of traditional water stones and ceramic rods. I also use a KME system from time to time. I touched this one up with ceramic rods then stripped it and it got scary sharp. It takes one hell of an edge.
Liked and subscribed.
I think the knife looks great.. pretty impressive...
+Frank Webster it's very impressive, especially for what you pay for it.
great review our been trained to use j just a knife 30 yrs ago I really think one tool option is real with the right. blade atb ...tom
Thanks for watching. I think the one tool option is valid with the right blade as well, but I still prefer to have a few!
+Blue Mountain Bushcraft and Outdoors my carry is two and hawk or axe one big blade and sak
If I use it to clean a.lot of fish , what can I use to clean the blade with after?
And is stone and oil the best option for resharpen? Thank you for the video it is. Very well.done.
I would not use it for fishing purposes mostly its a replacement for small axe and knife you know butch craft stuff and oil and stone is enough for mainteinance
Good review! Greetings from Switzerland :D
+iena71 thank you!
Can you let me know what your thoughts are between this knife and the Condor Mini Duku Parang? Thank you.
That is a really tough question without having them side by side. I loved the Mini Duku Parang. I think they are likely pretty comparable but I couldn't say which is better just based on my memory.
I think the condor mini duku may give it a run for its money
I do love the Mini Duku
In the Everglades the machete is king but I will buy one of these too. It just looks right.
+Frank Man it's probably not the best for light grass. For most everything else it's awesome. They make them in stainless too.
Thanky you
Hi Mike, what is better out of the Skrama and the Junglas? Im looking for a large blade to pair with a 4 inch woodlore style knife and maybe a bahco laplander. The large blade needs to chop, batton and clear brush reasonably well. Any thoughts?
Thanks,
Nic
Oh man, I have both and I really like both of them. Either one will serve you well. I find myself reaching for the Skrama more than anything else. I’d probably give the nod to the Skrama, but not by much.
Blue Mountain Bushcraft and Outdoors Thanks Mike
Mike, I ordered the Skrama and 110 last Tuesday, how did the tracking work on your order? I have been looking but no update since it left the country.
+Michael StJohn tracking didn't work for me. They just showed up.
it took a while for my 110 to arrive. I live in New Mexico and placed my order on the 6th of Sept. amd got ot the 22nd. After leaving the country of origin it took over a week to show the tracking reach NY customs. use the tracking number and put it in the USPS tracking base for more detailed shipping info
Thanks! You knew more about it than anybody I asked.
I want it. Just can't figure out what I'd do with it...... :(
+Kevin McCall chop things....fondle it while watching Vikings...
How do you like this compared to your Condor Mini Duku?
I really like the Mini Duku, however, I like the Skrama more. It’s super versatile and I find myself reaching for it more often than not.
does this compare to the condor mini duku?
+John Bluepaint absolutely. I'd like to get another mini Duku to do a side by side comparison. I love the looks of the Condor but I think the Skrama might beat it for utility.
man this is a real chopper,it looks like a bit of everything
+so steve it's definitely a jack of all trades.
The viking age was before the middle ages,just saying. And it was used in the viking age.
+Morten Trolle good thing I'm not a historian! Loll thanks for watching.
Another well done review Mike maybe you should quit your day job! LOL! The Scrama certainly looks like an efficient big knife. I think there are a couple of reasons that the knife doesn't have a full tang. Scandinavian knives are typically made with a fully enclosed tang so that in the cold months one's hand or gloved hand doesn't come into contact with the steel which would conduct the cold to your hand. I think they also choose this construction to make knives lighter and more nimble but I don't think that applies to the Scrama!
I think you are probably right regarding the reasons for the overloaded handle. You would be surprised at just how nimble it is. It's no Mora #1 but it handles way better than a blade of it's size should.
If I could get this gig to pay the bills I just might quit the day job! That's not happening any time soon though.
Order the Excellent Leather sheath at the time You place the Order for the Skrama , I ordered mine later and had to pay for post again so Combine the payment . The Leather is very good value and done to a very High standard .
I imagine a one-tool option as being the result of a very unfortunate turn of events. That is, I've been separated from all the other tools in my kit necessary for successful processing and chores. Chances are, then, that the one tool I still have is not going to be ideal, but that it will just have to do. That, to me, is the one tool option- no option at all.
Pucket comments it wouldn't be much good for processing game. I use mine to do all my rabbits. My son uses one in the kitchen too often, last time to do some fish. It can unzip any game and lop off anything you don't want. Sure a smaller knife for some stuff is far better but the Skrama has a hell sharp edge and can do it.
Its all in that neutral balance. The more you use one the more you can do; importantly in control and safely.
Skrama and quality Spyderco and you have most covered; add a Silky saw and then very little you can't do.
+Muskett I haven't done any game processing with mine yet but I can see where it would be possible. It's rapidly become one of my favorite blades. It's so versatile. You are right, when accompanied by a good saw and a good pocket knives there's very little you can't accomplish .
Very thorough review, thanks for sharing it. The music, though, that's another story. Made it hard to hear you through it.
+Bill K. Sorry about that.