Description
Viking style letter opener
I hand forge these letter openers in my very traditional blacksmith’s workshop in Earlswood, Warwickrshire.
They are styled on a Viking Lady’s knife…..these were carried by women in Viking times for tasks such as skinning rabbits and preparing food.
After I have heated the steel in the forge I shape the letter opener on my anvil and then clean it up with a wire brush and coat it in beeswax to protect it..just as it has been done for centuries.
They are approximately 15cm in length.
I have sold many of these to re enactors, they are also bought as gifts for 6th and 11th wedding anniversaries and wedding presents.
Kay Lacey Watercolours –
I ordered one of these for my husband’s birthday. He is delighted ! It is beautifully made and I am sure it will be used a lot. Chris sent this off very promptly and was a pleasure to buy from.
Thank you.