Peltonen

History Peltonen

While working as a military observer In Lebanon, JP Peltonen puts his hands on an American military knife. The weight, ease of use and balance of the knife are in a separate class and make a profound impression on Mr. Peltonen.

The idea of a knife with similar characteristics, but adapted to northern conditions, remains burning in his mind.

So began the story Ranger Puukko and its long journey from the Middle East plains to the Finnish forests.

Highlights / weak points

Forces

• Documented Finnish Ranger (NSN).
• Thick blade, sword = more back than back scandi pure.
• Sheath Tactical thought. Ten years.
• Less « forum » than Fällkniven, more puukko F1. M07 = belt format. A sober finish.

Weakness

• Chronically low stocks (where Terävä).
• Price above a Jääkäri.
• Hidden silk: full tang debate. Sabre scandi easy to sharpen flat.
• TPE = Mora. Rare in boutique FR.

In one sentence
Peltonen wins with model M95 « Real Ranger » ; Sometimes we wait for the stock.

Better sales

Two lengths. The original, the daily.

1) M95 (Sissipuukko)
Blade ~145–150 mm, 4.25 mm, ~200 g, 27.3 cm.
Excellent cutting performance.

2) M07
~122 mm. Same philosophy, more portable, if 95 is too long.

3) Vaara
Vaara = Northern hills, a little more rough, well for hunting.
Lonhu blade (~125 mm)
RST version if you want the most beautiful wood and a blade stainless steel.

Mention should also be made of:
M07 full tang (answers to the silk debate).
M23 Cub (small model).