Braided rawhide and alpaca knife with rawhide sheath

Braided Rawhide and Alpaca Knife with Rawhide Sheath

$200 USD
Sale price  $200 USD Regular price 
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Braided Rawhide and Alpaca Knife with Rawhide Sheath

$200 USD
Sale price  $200 USD Regular price 
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Handmade Braided Knife

A handmade braided rawhide and alpaca knife with horse leather strips, stainless steel blade and rawhide sheath with leather strips.

This handmade knife features a hilt built with over 36 individual leather strips, inspired by an autochthonous mix of indigenous and gaucho traits.

The leather strips are made from horse leather, softened and delicately cut by hand. The alpaca finish of the hilt isolates the leather strips from the blade, while the rawhide sheath shows a handmade finish with leather strips.

Product Details

Type: Handmade braided knife with sheath

Hilt: Over 36 individual horse leather strips

Finish: Alpaca finish

Blade: Stainless steel blade

Sheath: Rawhide sheath with leather strips

Blade length: 15 cm

Handle length: 11 cm

Total knife length: 26 cm

Braided Horse Leather Hilt

The hilt is handmade with over 36 individual leather strips. These strips are made from horse leather, softened and delicately cut by hand.

Indigenous and Gaucho Inspiration

The design is inspired by an autochthonous mix of indigenous and gaucho traits, reflected in its braided leather work and handmade finish.

Alpaca Finish

The alpaca finish of the hilt isolates the leather strips from the blade and adds a refined metal detail to the piece.

Stainless Steel Blade

The stainless steel blade is forged to remain unaltered for decades, supported by its hardness and metallic composition.

Rawhide Sheath

The rawhide sheath shows a handmade finish with leather strips, complementing the braided hilt and traditional character of the knife.

Handmade Character

Due to the nature of the materials and manual work, each handmade piece is unique. The product you receive may vary from the one shown in the photo, while respecting the format, measurements and quality of the materials.

Shipping

Shipping is calculated at checkout. Your order is carefully prepared for delivery after purchase.

Care

  • Clean gently with a soft dry cloth.
  • Avoid abrasive products that may damage the braided leather hilt, alpaca finish, blade or rawhide sheath.
  • Do not leave exposed to prolonged humidity.
  • Dry fully before storing.
  • Store carefully in its sheath when not in use.

Behind the Piece

Learn more about the artisans behind Vakiano and the materials that shape each selected piece.

Complete the World of Argentine Craft

Pair this handmade knife with a carving set, a leather tray or a selected mate curated by Vakiano — objects shaped by the same respect for material, ritual and time.

Selected by Vakiano for its braided horse leather hilt, alpaca finish, stainless steel blade, rawhide sheath and handmade Argentine character.

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