Authentic Hand-Forged Mocotaugan Crooked Knife | Right-Handed Carbon Steel Blade

This handcrafted Mocotaugan Crooked Knife is a traditional woodworking tool used for centuries by Native Americans and early tradesmen. Made with a high-carbon steel blade and a hand-carved hardwood handle, this authentic collectable knife is ideal for woodworking, carving, and historical reenactment.

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All knife sales require communication before finalizing the purchase. This ensures buyers understand the product details. Knives are only slightly sharpened upon purchase—final sharpening to the desired razor edge is the responsibility of the buyer.

Product Details

• Knife Type: Mocotaugan Crooked Knife – Right-Handed.
• Blade Material: High-carbon steel (one-sided sharpening).
• Blade Length: 4 inches.
• Handle Length: 5 inches, made from walnut, elm, cherry, maple, or other hardwoods.
• Total Length: 9 inches.
• Handle Design:
  • Hand-carved with traditional craftsmanship.
  • Pewter bolsters for added durability.
  • Brass pins securing the blade.
• Handcrafted & Unique: Each knife is individually made, ensuring no two are exactly alike.

Sharpening & Use

• Knife comes slightly sharpened.
• Designed for custom sharpening to a micro razor edge on one side of the blade.
• Ideal for woodworking, carving, canoe paddle shaping, bowl making, and general bushcraft.

Historical Significance – The Mocotaugan Crooked Knife

• Introduced in the early 1700s, originally traded by the Northwest Company.
• Adopted by Native American tribes for crafting canoe paddles, snowshoes, bowls, spoons, and weapons.
• Handmade from repurposed metal tools, early knives were often fashioned from old files, rawhide, sinew, or metal rivets.
• Became a staple tool in early American and Native woodworking traditions.

A Functional & Collectible Tool

This authentic hand-forged crooked knife is perfect for:

• Woodworkers & artisans – Ideal for fine carving and traditional handcrafting.
• Historical collectors & reenactors – A faithful replica of early trade knives.
• Those seeking a unique, handcrafted tool with deep cultural significance.

Turnaround Time & Shipping

• Handmade to order – please allow 2-5 days for production before shipping.
• Due to the handcrafted nature, each knife will have slight variations in wood grain and finish.
• All sales are final due to the custom, handmade nature of this item.

📩 For any questions or to confirm purchase, please contact me before ordering!