Helle Knives: traditional Scandinavian outdoor knives

Reasons to choose Helle

Helle is a family business of tradition and craftsmanship, far removed from the hustle and bustle of big cities. Making high-quality knives has been the livelihood and lifestyle for the Helle family and their craftsmen for more than three generations. A Helle knife is therefore not just another tool; it represents a legacy of craftsmanship and passion for quality. The choice of high-quality materials, such as beautiful woods and laminated steel, embodies durability and reliability. Working with survival experts like Les Stroud demonstrates a shared passion for craft. And with so many different series, you will always find a Helle knife to suit your needs.

Helle series

Helle Utvaer

The Helle 600 Utvaer is a fixed bushcraft knife designed by the popular Danish designer Jesper Voxnaes. Named after Norway's westernmost archipelago, the knife has a full-tang construction for extra strength, and a handle made of beautiful wavy birch wood.

Helle Viking

The Viking is a reimagining of a Helle classic, originally produced for a fundraiser for a world expedition in a Viking longship. The round handle offers plenty of grip. The knife has a relatively thick blade made of laminated carbon steel, with a black finish straight from heat treatment.

Helle Eggen

The Helle Eggen is a popular all-round outdoor knife. The knife owes its popularity to its very comfortable grip, premium materials and classic Scandinavian design. It's available in different steel types and the handle is hand-sanded and polished. For an affordable knife such as the Helle Eggen this can only be called remarkable!

Helle GT

The Helle GT has been one of the favourites since 1997. The knife enjoys worldwide popularity for its distinctive appearance and traditional Scandinavian design. The large GT model, with aluminium bolster, offers stability and safety without excessive weight, making it comfortable for long-term use.

Helle Alden

The Helle Alden is a sturdy hunting knife, designed by Gunnar Lothe. The name Alden comes from the island Alden, at the Norwegian coast, close to the Helle factory. This island is an important orientation point for fishermen. The knife has a blade made from Sandvik 12C27-steel. Razor-sharp upon delivery and stainless.

Helle product types

Helle fixed knives

Helle makes different types of fixed-blade knives. For example, practical bushcraft knives, large survival knives and razor-sharp hunting knives. Most Helle fixed knives are made of stainless steel.

Helle pocket knives

Helle pocket knives are bushcraft pocket knives with a scandi grind. A scandi grind is something you don't often see on pocket knives. The large and sturdy handle means you still have a good grip on the pocket knife even when wearing thick gloves. The wooden handles make them nice traditional pocket knives with a natural look and feel.

Helle Special Editions and Limited Editions

Each year, Helle launches several special editions and limited editions. These collections often include knives with unique handles or blade shapes, and sometimes even rare models with a special story.

History of Helle

Helle knives have been made since the early 1930s by A/S Helle Fabrikker in Holmedal, Norway. In the midst of the economic crisis, unemployed brothers Steinar and Sigmund Helle started making high-quality knives there. Their knives soon became popular among locals. To market their knives to a new audience, Steinar Helle went to Oslo with a backpack full of fixed blades. That's a journey of almost 500 kilometres. And he did it on a bicycle! Today, Helle is known as one of Norway's leading knife brands.

Nature is Helle's main source of inspiration. Helle knives are shaped by the Norwegian landscape and serve as tools for adventurers worldwide. They inspire creativity and connect us to both the past and future. With your Helle knife, you are ready for a journey into nature away from the hustle and bustle.