I've just started the process of adding yet another knife to my collection...I decided recently that I have enough gear and didn't want to spend money on stuff but somehow this time is a little different.

I've wanted a classic Grohmann knife for a long time as, to me, there isn't a bush tool that is more distinctly Canadian than the classic Grohmann #1 belt knife the same as it was in 1958. I've also wanted a nice scandinavian knife...something a little more distinct than an $8 Frosts Mora. Since I'm not in the market for 2 blades and I've capped my spending as mentioned, I had a goofy idea...

Knowing Grohmann has a long tradition of custom knives I sent an innocent email yesterday morning to their customer service address asking a few questions about having a standard knife customized to my liking. Basically I was looking for the original #1 belt knife in Carbon steel (a less common option in these days of high tech stainless) with a scandinavian grind and in a left handed sheath to suit my southern paw.

I heard back right away (like within a half hour!) and over the course of a few emails including some pictures of examples of what a scandinavian grind looks like to me...it's already being made and should be done in a week or two. I wasn't 100% confident they would entertain my request but once I heard that they would be more than happy to oblige, I HAD to go through with it. It's only going to cost me an extra $25 over the retail price as to them this is far from custom...just a change to the way the blade is hand ground...a simple request for such pros.

It's nice to know that there are companies like this still out there who take pride in their work and will entertain requests like this at the drop of a hat and with minimal extra cost or hassle.

Once it gets here I'll post pictures including some action shots.