Bear Trail — Bayanay

Handcrafted Yakut Knife

Specifications:
• Blade — 40Kh13 stainless steel with forged bear-track pattern
• Blade length — 130–140 mm
• Spine thickness — 3 mm
• Handle — Karelian birch
• Handle length — 120 mm
• Width — 31 mm
• Thickness — 18 mm
• Bolster — Mountain ram horn
• Sheath — leather with plastic insert

Each knife is handcrafted by a Yakut master and is truly unique. Minor variations in appearance are a natural hallmark of genuine handwork

Named after Bayanay — the spirit of the hunt in Sakha mythology — this handmade Yakut knife carries the forged imprint of a bear track on its blade, a symbol of strength and respect for the wilderness. The blade is crafted from 40Kh13 stainless steel, a reliable chromium alloy that resists corrosion in wet and cold conditions while maintaining a sharp, serviceable edge. At 130–140 mm, the blade length is ideal for dressing game, preparing camp meals, and general outdoor utility.

The Karelian birch handle showcases nature’s own artistry with unique burl patterns that develop over decades of slow Arctic growth. A mountain ram horn bolster reinforces the transition between blade and handle and adds a tactile, organic accent. Delivered in a leather sheath with an insert for safe storage, this Yakut knife is built for hunters, collectors, and anyone who values authentic Northern craftsmanship passed down through generations.