Knife- Beaver Tail Style

Beaver Tail Style Knife

This Beaver Tail Style Knife features a double-edged blade that measures approximately 7 inches long and 2 inches wide. The handle measures about 5 inches long, 1.5 inches wide at the widest point, and 0.25 inches thick. The handle displays a decorative pattern made with brass and metal pins, giving the piece a bold look.

The leather sheath includes three 0.5-inch brass tacks placed along the bottom to prevent the blade from poking through. Together, the knife and sheath show strong craftsmanship and a classic beaver‑tail profile.

One of a Kind.

A Beaver Tail Style Knife draws its name from the broad, rounded silhouette that resembles the shape of a beaver’s tail. This form appears in both historic trade‑era knives and later handmade examples across the Northern Plains and Great Lakes regions. Makers favored the wide profile because it offered strength, versatility, and a distinctive visual balance. Many traditional knives of this style featured decorated handles, metal pins, and fitted sheaths, reflecting both utility and personal expression. Today, the beaver‑tail profile remains a recognizable and respected knife form, valued by collectors for its bold shape and deep cultural roots.

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