Heta is a model that combines many special features, but above all, it is designed specifically for women. The Heta knife takes its name from Niskavuori, a series of classic Finnish films. We felt that it embodies the same straightforwardness, dignity and dark disposition as the character Heta.
Only 128 pieces of the Heta knife have been made. Why 128? We discovered 142 aluminum knobs hidden in our cellar, dating back to the early 1900s, and decided to create something special with them. From these, we were able to assemble 128 knives. This numbered series is the complete run, and no more will be produced.
We often have women coming in to ask for their knives to be sharpened. Many times, we hear, "My husband has promised to sharpen it for five years: ‘I'll take care of it.’" With Heta, we've solved that problem as well. These knives come with a lifetime sharpening service. If you bring the knife to us, we'll sharpen it for free. You can also send it in for sharpening, and we’ll only charge for the return shipping. No receipt or documentation is needed – we recognize these knives.
The blade of the Heta knife is slightly thinner than a standard carving knife and is made from easy-to-care-for stainless steel. The handle is crafted from a special batch of old stock – ebonite made in 1912 – and it has been shaped to comfortably fit a woman's hand.
All surfaces of the knife, except the blade, have been left matte; neither the handle nor the fittings have been polished. The black sheath is made from domestic vegetable-tanned leather, and the top of the sheath features a silver-plated ferrule engraved with the name Heta.
The blade is engraved with the knife's unique number (1/128–128/128). You can also order a custom engraving on the blade, such as the owner's name and/or a date.
Total length: 2 cm, knife length: 19 cm, blade length: 10 cm
Weight: 84 grams
Handle material: Over 100-year-old ebonite, aluminum pommel, nickel silver fittings
Blade material: Stainless steel
