Farrier Rasp Knives Handmade in the UK

Hand Forged Rasp Knives – Reclaimed Farrier Steel Reborn | Skol Knives UK
There’s something deeply satisfying about taking a tool that has already lived a hard working life and giving it a new purpose.
These two latest Skol Knives creations began as high-carbon farrier rasps — tools once used to shape and maintain horses’ hooves. Today, they’ve been transformed into rugged, functional bushcraft knives built for real outdoor use.
If you’re searching for a handmade rasp knife in the UK, or a reclaimed steel bushcraft knife, these are exactly that — practical tools with real character.
What Is a Rasp Knife?
A rasp knife is made from a farrier’s rasp — typically high carbon steel similar to 1095 or O1. These rasps are tough, wear resistant and designed to cut aggressively, making them excellent candidates for knife making.
At Skol Knives, each rasp is:
Annealed for shaping
Ground to profile
Heat treated for edge retention
Tempered for durability
Finished to preserve the textured rasp pattern
The result is a carbon steel bushcraft knife with unmistakable character.
Knife One – Full Tang Rasp Bushcraft Knife
This full tang rasp knife keeps the original rasp texture along the flats of the blade, giving it a raw, forged appearance while maintaining a clean working bevel.
Specifications:
High carbon reclaimed rasp steel
Full tang construction
Hardwood handle scales
Brass pins
Hand ground bevel
Handmade in England
This knife is built for:
Bushcraft tasks
Feather sticking
Camp food prep
Fire prep
General outdoor utility
It’s rugged, honest and made to be used — not just admired.
Knife Two – Hidden Tang with Copper Ferrule
The second knife takes a more traditional route with a hidden tang construction and a copper ferrule for strength and contrast.
Specifications:
High carbon rasp steel
Hidden stick tang
Copper ferrule
Contrasting hardwood handle
Preserved rasp texture
Handmade in England
This design feels slightly more traditional — closer to a Scandinavian working knife — but still carries the bold rasp aesthetic.
Why Choose a Rasp Knife?
1. Reclaimed Steel with History
Each blade began life in a working environment. That story remains visible in the steel texture.
2. Excellent Carbon Steel Performance
When heat treated correctly, rasp steel provides:
Strong edge retention
Easy field sharpening
Aggressive cutting ability
Toughness for bushcraft tasks
3. Unique Appearance
No two rasps are identical. Each knife carries slightly different patterning.
If you're looking for a unique handmade bushcraft knife UK, a rasp knife offers something different from standard stock steel.
Performance in the Field
Rasp knives are particularly suited for:
Bushcraft
Woodland camping
Green woodworking
Firecraft
General camp use
Paired with a leather strop and compound, these knives maintain an excellent working edge.
Handmade in England – Built to Last
At Skol Knives, every blade is shaped, heat treated and finished by hand. These aren’t factory stamped products — they are individually crafted tools.
The goal is simple:
Quality usable knives that, if looked after, will last a lifetime and be handed down through generations.
That ethos runs through every rasp knife produced.
You can view available knives, upcoming releases, and more handcrafted tools directly on the Skol Knives website:
👉 https://www.skolknives.co.uk⁠�

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