Svord Peasant Knife

Old World Simplicity, Proven in the Modern Bush

There’s something quietly reassuring about a knife that hasn’t changed much in 400 years.

The Svord Peasant Knife 3” traces its roots back to the working blades of Bohemia and Bavaria — simple, dependable tools carried by farmers, craftsmen and travellers across Central Europe three to four centuries ago. No gimmicks. No unnecessary complexity. Just honest steel and timber, built to work. 

And that’s exactly why so many bushcrafters and traditional knife users still choose it today.

Closed, it measures 17.1cm, compact enough to slip into a pocket or pack without fuss. The extended blade tang allows for one-handed opening, staying true to its traditional design while remaining practical for modern day use in camp, on the trail, or around the shed.

The 7.6cm drop point blade is crafted from Swedish high carbon tool steel (15N20) — a steel long respected for its toughness, edge retention and ease of maintenance in the field. Each blade is individually hardened and tempered using a unique heat treatment process, ensuring consistency and durability you can rely on.

What truly sets it apart is the grind.

Every blade is hand ground on a water-cooled stone, producing a strong convex razor edge. 

This method preserves the steel’s integrity while delivering a slicing performance that excels at :

• Food prep at camp
• Feather sticks and kindling
• Carving tent pegs
• General bushcraft and utility tasks
• It sharpens easily and holds an edge well — exactly what you want in a working carbon steel knife.

The warm brown wood handles complete the look — simple, tactile, and functional. Designed and produced in New Zealand by Bryan Baker, the Svord Peasant Knife reflects a philosophy that values craftsmanship over complexity. 

Old world roots. Modern reliability.