TOPS Tanimboca Puukko Knife

Traditional Puukko, meets Colombian jungle, meets TOPS Knives

The TOPS Tanimboca Puukko with Tan Canvas Micarta Handles is a result of their team-up with knife designer Goran Mihajlovic. Mihajlovic, originally from Serbia, is known for his knives forged in the heart of Amazon jungle. His preferred knife style is the Puukkos, a knife originally developed in Scandinavia very precise and controlled cutting. The TOPS version of his design mixes traditional elements with classic TOPS’ style. It features a 1095 carbon steel blade paired with tan canvas micarta handle scales. Once you get your hands on one, you’ll know why TOPS was so excited to make it. Pick one up for your pack today!

Puukkos are a style of knife originally developed in Scandinavia. Through the years, they have remained largely unchanged. Characteristically, they are Scandi ground knives with thick, round wooden handles. Most do not have a finger guard, which allows the person using it to get their hand as close to the cutting edge as possible. This gives the user very precise and controlled cutting. Its simplistic design is both useful and intuitive and has definitely withstood the test of time.