The Alden fixed blade is named after the island Alden, which is situated just off the coast from where the Helle factory is situated. Alden island is an important landmark for fishermen coming home from sea. The Alden knife has a non-laminated stainless steel blade and a curly birch wood handle with a small, useful finger guard. Every Helle knife is made in their factory at Holmedal in western Norway. All knives are created by highly skilled craftsmen who care deeply about their work. The process includes up to 45 different manual operations before the knife is finally inspected and approved. Each knife is unique! Due to the nature of organic material, variation in color and pattern will occur.