Helle Kletten Folding Drop Point Lock Knife (H3LS)
Tiny by Helle standards, but still very much a proper Helle knife.
The Helle Kletten is the smallest folding knife Helle has produced to date, packing the company's traditional Scandinavian design into a compact pocket-friendly format. Its small size makes it particularly easy to carry, while the robust construction and back-lock mechanism give it a reassuringly solid feel in the hand.
The 55mm drop point blade uses Helle's triple-laminated stainless steel and a traditional Scandi grind, providing the familiar cutting geometry associated with Helle's fixed-blade knives in a much smaller folding format.
Compact and Practical
The Kletten is designed around a three-finger grip for medium-sized hands, with a shaped handle that incorporates a small finger guard to help keep the hand positioned securely behind the blade.
At just 84g, it is light enough to disappear into a pocket or pack until you actually need it.
The back-lock mechanism provides a straightforward locking system, while the folding construction keeps the blade safely contained when the knife is being carried.
Curly Birch Handles
Like many Helle knives, the Kletten uses curly birch handle scales, and this is where each knife gets a little bit of personality.
The natural grain and colour of curly birch varies from piece to piece, meaning no two handles will look exactly the same. Basically, nature refuses to manufacture in batches.
The name Kletten comes from a small, rugged hill near the Helle factory overlooking the village of Holmedal.
Key Features
- Smallest folding knife ever produced by Helle
- Compact 55mm blade
- Triple-laminated Helle stainless steel
- Traditional Scandi grind
- Drop point blade profile
- Robust back-lock mechanism
- Folding blade construction
- Curly birch handle scales
- Three-finger grip for medium-sized hands
- Shaped handle with small finger guard
- Lightweight 84g construction
- Each curly birch handle has its own natural grain pattern
Specifications
- Blade Length: 55mm
- Blade Thickness: 2.7mm
- Blade Material: Triple Laminated Helle Stainless Steel (H3LS)
- Blade Style: Drop Point
- Grind: Scandi
- Blade Construction: Folding
- Locking Mechanism: Spine Lock / Back Lock
- Handle Length: 80mm
- Handle Material: Curly Birch
- Weight: 84g
A genuinely compact Scandinavian folding knife, the Helle Kletten combines traditional Helle materials and blade geometry with a pocket-sized folding design.
These products are crafted from natural materials like various wood species and laminate wood. Each piece is a unique creation, like a fingerprint. While we try our best to capture their essence in our pictures, there's a chance the real deal might differ slightly in colour, style, or design. Nature's quirky like that. So, before you pull the trigger on your purchase, remember: each stock is a one-of-a-kind creation, a testament to nature's artistry.
Legal Carry Notice: This item features a blade measuring over 7.62cm (76.2mm), a fixed blade, or a locking mechanism. Under UK law, this product is NOT classified as an everyday carry (EDC) item. It is illegal to carry this item in a public place without a lawful authority or a valid reason (such as direct use for work or outdoor trade purposes).
Restricted Area & Surrender Notice: This item must never be carried into restricted locations under any circumstances, including airports, educational institutions, concerts, stadiums, or public events. Possession in such areas will result in immediate confiscation, mandatory surrender to authorities, and potential legal prosecution. Age verification (18+) applies at purchase.
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