Swan Lake Knives Plain Bronze Puukko Bolster Short 440145B

Built with function and tradition in mind, the Swan Lake Knives Plain Bronze Puukko Bolster Short is a precision component designed for serious custom knife makers. Cast in solid bronze, this short bolster is built to support hidden-tang or full-length tang Puukko-style blades—bringing the warmth and character of Nordic utility to your bench. The raw bronze material is left unfinished, giving you the freedom to custom shape and polish it to match the unique contours of your knife handle.

Its straightforward, unadorned profile fits the minimalist aesthetic of traditional Scandinavian blades, where every element serves a purpose. The bolster tapers gently toward the blade, creating a seamless transition from handle to edge. This not only elevates the visual balance of the knife, but also improves the grip comfort and hand safety by forming a natural barrier between fingers and cutting edge.

As with all raw components from Swan Lake Knives, the bolster is cast with additional mass around the edges and opening. This excess material is intentional—meant to be carefully ground or filed for a snug, flush fit during final assembly. The solid bronze composition offers excellent corrosion resistance, long-term durability, and a naturally aged patina that deepens with time and use. It also adds strategic weight to the handle end of your build, improving overall balance and blade control during field work or fine carving.

While utilitarian in form, this bolster leaves room for artistic expression. It can be polished to a mirror finish, left matte for a rugged look, or selectively buffed to highlight craftsmanship. Whether you’re replicating a traditional Puukko or adding subtle elegance to a custom camp or bushcraft knife, this piece offers both strength and sophistication.

Proudly made in the USA, this bolster upholds the expectations of makers who demand materials that work as hard as they look. Customize your very own knife with this Bolster at SMKW!