Criollo Braided Rawhide and Alpaca Knife
$215 USD
Sale price
$215 USD
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Criollo Braided Rawhide and Alpaca Knife
$215 USD
Sale price
$215 USD
Regular price
Shipping calculated at checkout.
Handmade Criollo Knife
A made-to-order Criollo knife with braided horse leather hilt, alpaca finish, stainless steel blade and rawhide sheath with leather strips.
This Criollo knife features a handmade hilt built with over 60 individual leather strips and a mondonguillo decorative braid in the middle.
Inspired by an autochthonous mix of indigenous and gaucho traits, the piece combines hand-cut horse leather, alpaca finishes, a stainless steel blade and a rawhide sheath with leather strips.
Product Details
Type: Handmade Criollo knife with sheath
Hilt: Over 60 individual horse leather strips
Braid: Mondonguillo decorative braid
Finish: Alpaca finish
Blade: Stainless steel blade
Sheath: Rawhide sheath with leather strips
Blade length: 15 cm
Handle length: 11 cm
Total knife length: 26 cm
Production: Crafted specifically upon order
Made to Order
This product is crafted specifically upon order. Should you have any questions or desire customization, Vakiano encourages you to contact the team via email.
Braided Horse Leather Hilt
The handmade hilt is built with over 60 individual leather strips. These strips are made from horse leather, softened and delicately cut by hand.
Mondonguillo Decorative Braid
The hilt features a mondonguillo decorative braid in the middle, adding texture and traditional character to the piece.
Indigenous and Gaucho Inspiration
The design is inspired by an autochthonous mix of indigenous and gaucho traits, reflected in its braided leather work and handmade finish.
Alpaca Finish
The alpaca finish of the hilt isolates the leather strips from the blade and adds a refined metal detail to the knife.
Stainless Steel Blade
The stainless steel blade is forged to remain unaltered for decades, supported by its hardness and metallic composition.
Rawhide Sheath
The rawhide sheath shows the handmade finish with leather strips, complementing the braided hilt and traditional character of the knife.
Handmade Character
Due to the nature of the materials and manual work, each handmade piece is unique. The product you receive may vary from the one shown in the photo, while respecting the format, measurements and quality of the materials.
Shipping
Shipping is calculated at checkout. Your order is carefully prepared for delivery after purchase.
Care
- Clean gently with a soft dry cloth.
- Avoid abrasive products that may damage the braided leather hilt, alpaca finish, blade or rawhide sheath.
- Do not leave exposed to prolonged humidity.
- Dry fully before storing.
- Store carefully in its sheath when not in use.
Behind the Piece
Learn more about the artisans behind Vakiano and the materials that shape each selected piece.
Complete the World of Argentine Craft
Pair this handmade knife with a carving set, a leather tray or a selected mate curated by Vakiano — objects shaped by the same respect for material, ritual and time.
Selected by Vakiano for its braided horse leather hilt, mondonguillo decorative braid, alpaca finish, stainless steel blade, rawhide sheath and Criollo handmade character.