The Roselli autumn guide

The Roselli autumn guide

Choose the right tools. Make more of autumn.

Find the right knife for bushcraft, mushroom picking or hunting, choose an axe for camp or cabin, and learn how to keep your tools ready through wet autumn weather. At Roselli, we have been making knives and axes by hand in Finland since 1976. Our tools combine practical design with distinctive materials, and every knife and axe comes with a lifetime warranty and free sharpening for life.

Here is what to choose, why it suits the task and how to care for it. From bushcraft and mushroom picking to preparing firewood, here is how to make your autumn kit work for you.

Choose a knife for the way you spend time outdoors

Preparing kindling, making feather sticks, cutting food or carving beside the fire: a versatile outdoor knife earns its place through the jobs it helps you do.

Look for a comfortable grip, a blade you can control and a design suited to your usual tasks.

Roselli Premium Carbon Steel is a practical choice for varied outdoor work, combining durability with straightforward sharpening.

Our own in-house UHC (Ultra High Carbon) steel, at approximately 64 HRC, offers exceptional edge retention for precise cutting. Use controlled cuts and avoid twisting or levering the blade to make the most of its lasting sharpness.

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Handmade Finnish bushcraft knife from Roselli in model "Heimo 4" with a full tang blade and a handle made out of stained curly birch

Heimo 4” Bushcraft edition full tang

Heimo 4” Bushcraft edition full tang

From CHF 297.00
From CHF 297.00

For bushcraft and camp tasks: Heimo 4” Bushcraft Edition

For autumn bushcraft and demanding outdoor use, the Heimo 4” Bushcraft Edition is a strong all-round choice.

Its full-tang construction and Premium Carbon Steel blade make it well suited to the kind of practical work that often comes with an autumn day outdoors.

Preparing kindling, making feather sticks, cutting food or handling everyday camp tasks, this is a knife designed to be used.

Best for: Bushcraft, camping, hunting and demanding outdoor use.

Mushroom picking, from forest to table

A basket, suitable clothing and a mushroom knife are a simple starting point for an autumn walk with dinner in mind.

Only collect mushrooms you can identify with certainty. Clean away loose soil, needles and debris before placing them in your basket, and trim them as needed.

A little preparation in the forest means less work when you get home.

Finnish handmade mushroom knife made from carbon steel and curly birch. Comes with a handmade leather sheath and a mushroom brush made from arenga fiber

Mushroom knife

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Mushroom knife

CHF 114.00
CHF 114.00
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Made for mushroom picking

The Roselli Mushroom knife combines a compact Premium Carbon Steel blade with an integrated brush.

Use the blade for careful trimming and the brush to remove loose soil and forest debris before your mushrooms go into the basket.

Compact and easy to carry, it is a practical companion for the season.

Best for: Mushroom picking and cleaning your harvest.

Get your firewood ready for colder days

Whether you are preparing for a cabin weekend, a sauna or an evening around the fire, having dry firewood ready makes the colder months easier.

Split your wood into useful sizes and store it off the ground in a dry, well-ventilated place.

When splitting, use a stable chopping block and work with controlled movements. Choose an axe that suits the size of the wood and the work you plan to do.

Short or long handle, which axe suits you?

Choose a short-handled axe when portability matters and you mainly need it for smaller pieces of wood and lighter camp tasks.

Choose a long-handled axe when you want more leverage for regular firewood splitting.

Roselli axes are made with Premium Carbon Steel for practical work around the forest, camp and cabin.

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Turn your autumn outing into a meal outdoors

A hot meal tastes especially good after a few hours in the autumn air.

Keep it simple: potatoes, correctly identified edible mushrooms, onion and sausage cooked in a pan can make a memorable lunch.

A dependable knife helps with preparing ingredients, slicing bread and everyday cutting tasks around camp.

Pack a few ingredients, bring a pan and leave time to enjoy the meal.

Rosellis Finnish Hunting knife with a long carbon steel blade.

Hunting knife, long

Hunting knife, long

CHF 168.00
CHF 168.00

More blade length for food preparation

The Roselli Hunting knife, long offers extra blade length for larger cutting tasks and preparing food around camp.

Its Premium Carbon Steel blade makes it a versatile choice for those who want a longer hunting knife that also helps with everyday outdoor cutting.

Best for: Hunting, camp cooking and tasks where extra blade length is useful.

Choose a hunting knife you can control

Blade length is only part of choosing a hunting knife. A comfortable grip and good control matter just as much.

A shorter blade can be useful for detailed cutting and careful work when processing game. A longer blade offers more reach for larger cutting tasks.

Choose according to the game, the work you expect to do and the knife that feels most natural in your hand.

Handmade Finnish hunting knife from Roselli in model "grandfather knife" with a handle made out of curly birch and a light tanned vegetable leather case

Grandfather knife

Grandfather knife

CHF 130.00
CHF 130.00

Grandfather knife, compact and easy to control

A short Premium Carbon Steel blade makes the Grandfather knife a practical choice for detailed cutting and controlled work.

Choose it when you prefer a compact knife for hunting tasks and everyday outdoor use.

Best for: Detailed hunting tasks, precision cutting and everyday outdoor use.
Handmade Finnish hunting knife from Roselli with a handle made out of curly birch

Hunting knife

Hunting knife

CHF 141.00
CHF 141.00

Hunting knife, a versatile classic

The classic Roselli Hunting knife offers more blade length while retaining the simple, functional design of a traditional Finnish knife.

Choose it for general hunting use and a wider range of outdoor cutting tasks.

Best for: Hunting, detailed cutting and controlled work.

Keep your knife ready through wet weather

Rain, damp gloves and wet equipment make a simple care routine especially useful in autumn.

After use:

  1. Clean the blade.
  2. Dry it thoroughly.
  3. Apply a thin layer of suitable oil when needed.
  4. Store the knife in a dry place.

If your sheath is wet, let it dry separately before putting the knife away. Never put your Roselli knife in the dishwasher.


Patina or rust?
Carbon steel can develop a grey or dark surface with use. This is called patina and is a normal part of the blade’s appearance over time.

Orange or reddish rust is different and should be removed. Regular cleaning, drying and oiling help keep your blade in good condition.

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Start the season with a sharp edge

Check your knife before your next outing. Regular, light sharpening helps keep the edge ready for controlled cutting and food preparation.

Premium Carbon Steel is straightforward to sharpen. UHC offers longer edge retention and benefits from sharpening equipment suited to its higher hardness.

Prefer to leave it to us? Every Roselli knife and axe comes with free sharpening for life at our factory in Harmoinen, Finland.

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Pack for the day you have planned

Start with your activity, the weather and how long you expect to be outdoors. For an autumn day in the forest, your kit might include:

  • A knife suited to your planned tasks
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Food and water
  • Navigation and basic first-aid supplies
  • A headlamp for shorter autumn days
  • An axe if you need to prepare firewood
  • Fire-starting equipment if you plan to light a permitted fire
  • A pan or mug if you plan to cook
  • A sharpener for longer trips

A mushroom walk, a hunting trip and a day around camp call for different equipment. Pack what you will use.

One season. A lifetime of use.

The right tools become part of your routine: the knife you pack for a forest walk, the axe you keep at the cabin and the blade you reach for when dinner is cooked outdoors.

Made by hand in Finland since 1976, Roselli knives and axes are made to be used, cared for and kept. Every knife and axe comes with a lifetime warranty and free sharpening for life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Roselli knife should I choose for bushcraft?

For varied bushcraft and camp tasks, the Heimo 4” Bushcraft Edition combines full-tang construction with a Premium Carbon Steel blade. It is a practical choice for carving, preparing kindling and everyday cutting around camp.

What is the difference between Premium Carbon Steel and Ultra High Carbon (UHC) Steel?

Roselli Premium Carbon Steel, at approximately 60 HRC, combines durability, versatility and straightforward sharpening.

Our own in-house UHC steel, at approximately 64 HRC, offers longer edge retention for precise cutting. Use controlled cuts and avoid twisting, levering or striking the blade against hard materials.

How do I prevent a carbon steel knife from rusting in autumn?

Keep the blade clean and dry after use and avoid leaving a wet knife inside its sheath.
Apply a thin layer of suitable oil when needed.

Remember that a grey or dark patina is a normal part of carbon steel ageing. Orange or reddish rust is different and should be removed.

Should I choose a short-handled or long-handled axe?

A short-handled axe is easier to carry for smaller wood and lighter camp tasks. A long-handled axe provides more leverage for regular firewood splitting. Choose according to the work you plan to do.

What should I carry for an autumn day in the forest?

Start with the equipment required for your activity and the expected conditions.
A dependable knife, weather-appropriate clothing, food, water and basic safety equipment form a practical foundation. Add tools such as an axe, fire-starting equipment or sharpening equipment when the activity calls for them.

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