A Kuksa is a drinking vessel, traditionally made by the Sami people of Northern Scandinavia (also known as a Guksi).
Traditionally it's made from dried Birchwood, reflected local traditions regarding design and served as a special drinking dish, which if done properly and maintained correctly, could last for decades, even a lifetime.
The Kuksa in many situations was a heirloom piece that could be handed down through generations and would last indefinitely as long as basic maintenance was implemented. Most people do not use detergent to clean a Kuksa as it is believed to damage and weaken the wood.
In a Bushcraft environment, being able to fashion a Kuksa could serve two purposes. First, to use it as a drinking vessel or to hold soups or stews. Second, as a barter item.
Learn how to make a Kuksa and learn more about its history after the break.
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Joseph Rae
Chris Eddy
Hummm, I will continue to use a glass.
If you can’t figure out how to make that without a video, you’re already doomed
Some folks need help others wana see the techniques brother
Fred Deluca
If you believe this video where they use bones, guts, hair and all to make hot dogs, you are a special kind of stupid!
Mathew Baker camping project
That’s the guy from the one of those shows
And he is also spoke person for Morakniv which is who makes that cool little blade of mine
Its only a proper Kuska if you do it while drunk
Bushcrafting implies made with tool you would have in the bush. Who carries a 2″ gouge around with them in the bush?
Lars Magnus
Pam Hasell Phillip Meeks
How about an adl-adl ?