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Alaskan Gifts
Since ancient times Alaska Natives handmade traditional crafts for their ceremonies and as gifts for special occasions such as weddings, births and to help the passage of souls from this world to the next. Over the centuries, the mystery and romantic intrigue of Alaska has grown Alaskan artifacts of yesterday are national treasures. Today Alaska Guide brings to you the Traditions of Alaska, the beauty of its people. From the rugged coastal villages to the towns of Alaska's interior we present to you Alaskan Native gifts and art. Alaska, The Last Frontier.
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Alaska Gifts
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Alaskan Sea Otter and Baby
by Alaskan Carver, L. Savage, Athabascan of Holy Cross, AK
Introducing "OOBLUK," our new line of animal and eco friendly Alaskan hand made and finished Ivory & resin mix carvings. This unique Alaskan art is hand made here in Alaska. Our Sea Otter and Baby is commonly found in and around coastal and inland waters of Alaska. Hand made by Alaskan Master Artist Mr. L. Savage
Over the years Ivory carved otters continue to be the subject of many artists who have carved the otter from wood, ivory, jade and bone. L. Savage's hand carved pieces are true reflections of the Great State of Alaska and our way of life.
Approximate Size: 2.75 in. length
Piece free stands.
Material: Shed (found on ground) Walrus Ivory mix and resin.
Artist: L. Savage, Alaska Native of Holly Cross, Alaska
Available color tones:
Natural brown-tan $49.95
Cream $49.95
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The White Pass and Yukon Railway
Skagway and the Gold Rush
By Maximo Productions
The year was 1898. Thousands of Gold Rush stampeders oured into Skagway en route to the Klondike. Against impossible odds, a railroad was built to cary miners and supplies over the treacherous White Pass.
Over a century later, Skagway continues to celebrate it's memorable Gold Rush days. Climb aboard for a thrilling journey on the White Pass and Yukon Railway. The narrow guage track takes you over trestles, through tunnels and past breathtaking vistas as the train follow the miners' route up the mountains.
Learn about life on the edge in Skagway's early days, the scandals, the shootouts, and the desperate men and women who lived life on America's Final Frontier.
VCR format, USA only.
Price Reduced $16.95 now $12.95 SAVE $4.00
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Alaskan Grizzly Bear
by Alaskan Carver, L. Savage, Athabascan of Holy Cross, AK
Introducing "OOBLUK," our new line of animal and eco friendly Alaskan hand made and finished Ivory & resin mix carvings. This unique Alaskan art is hand made here in Alaska. Our Grizzly is commonly found in and around rivers, coastal and inland waters of Alaska. Hand made and finished by Alaskan Master Artist Mr. L. Savage
This beautiful piece reflects Alaska's wildlife, Alaskan is a common visitor to our favorite fishing holes and rivers. A world class fisherman, the Grizzly is found along Alaska's rugged shores from the Kenai penninsula to Alaska's beautiful inside passage.
Over the years Ivory carved Grizzly bears continue to be the subject of many artists who have carved the Grizzly from wood, ivory, jade and bone. L. Savage's hand carved pieces are true reflections of the Great State of Alaska and our way of life.
Piece free stands.
Material: Shed (found on ground) Walrus Ivory dust and resin.
Artist: L. Savage, Alaska Native of Holly Cross, Alaska
2.75in Grizzly Bear - $49.95
3.25in Grizzly Bear - $64.95
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Alaskan Walrus
by Alaskan Carver, L. Savage, Athabascan of Holy Cross, AK
Introducing "OOBLUK," our new line of animal and eco friendly Alaskan hand made and finished Ivory & resin mix carvings. This unique Alaskan art is hand made here in Alaska. Our Walrus is commonly found in and around the coastal waters of Alaska. Hand made by Alaskan Master Artist L. Savage
Over the years Ivory carved walrus' continue to be the subject of many artists who have carved the walrus from wood, ivory, jade and bone. L. Savage's hand carved pieces are true reflections of the Great State of Alaska and our way of life.
Approximate Size: 1.2 in. length
Piece free stands.
Material: Shed (found on ground) Walrus Ivory mix and resin.
Artist: L. Savage, Alaska Native of Holly Cross, Alaska
Available color tones:
Natural brown-tan $22.95
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Alaskan Grizzly
by Alaskan Carver, L. Savage, Athabascan of Holy Cross, AK
Introducing "OOBLUK," our new line of animal and eco friendly Alaskan hand made and finished Ivory & resin mix carvings. This unique Alaskan art is hand made here in Alaska. Our Alaskan Grizzly is the largest bear found in the US and Canada, the most feared animal in the wild is basking in the warm Alaskan sun. The Grizzly is commonly found in and around coastal and inland waters of Alaska. World-Class fishermen, the Grizzly is most commonly found at the river pulling in the largest salmon. Hand made by Alaskan Master Artist L. Savage
This beautiful piece reflects Alaska's wildlife, the Alaskan Grizzly is found along Alaska's rugged shores from the Kenai fjords near Seward, enjoying the rich Kachemack Bay to Alaska's beautiful inside passage. rivers and streams.
Over the years Ivory carved Grizzly bears continue to be the subject of many artists who have carved the Grizzly from wood, ivory, jade and bone. L. Savage's hand carved pieces are true reflections of the Great State of Alaska and our way of life.
Approximate Size: 2.75 in. length
Piece free stands.
Material: Shed (found on ground) Walrus Ivory risin mix.
Artist: L. Savage, Alaska Native of Holly Cross, Alaska
Available color tone:
Cream $59.95
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Tlingit Eagle Bear Alaskan Totem Pole
This beautiful hand painted wood totemic Eagle Bear design of Southeast Alaska. Totemic carvings bring to life the history of Alaska's past and the present. Totems are symbolic representations of animals or humans. Each tribal family's heritage is crafted into the totemic design of representative Alaskan wildlife such as the wolf or eagle.
Europeans gave the name "Totem Pole" to the carved wooden poles made by the Northwest Indian tribes such as the Tlinkit Indians. Since they had no written language, the Tlinket used the totems for recording family historical events.
Totem poles are read from the bottom up. The order of the crests tells a story of a particular potlatch or other important event.
Poles were built for different reasons: to show that one owed a debt to another; as wall supports or as part of the entrance to a home; as a memorial and a container for the cremated remains of a person; to commemorate special occasions, such as a potlatch, wedding or battle. The height of the pole was a sign of wealth and power.
Approximate Size: 10in.
Handmade crafts vary in size, color, shades and material such as wood grain.
Hand Carved in Indonesia, hand painted in Alaska
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Tlingit Alaskan Totem Pole
This beautiful hand painted wood totemic design of Master craftsman totem carver B. Kuhnley of Western Alaska, is the finest in Totemic creations. Totemic carvings bring to life the history of Alaska's past and the present. Totems are symbolic representations of animals or humans. Each tribal family's heritage is crafted into the totemic design of representative Alaskan wildlife such as the wolf or eagle.
Europeans gave the name "totem pole" to the carved wooden poles made by the Northwest Indian tribes such as the Tlinkit Indians. Since they had no written language, the Tlinket used the totems for recording family historical events.
Totem poles are read from the bottom up. The order of the crests tells a story of a particular potlatch or other important event.
Poles were built for different reasons: to show that one owed a debt to another; as wall supports or as part of the entrance to a home; as a memorial and a container for the cremated remains of a person; to commemorate special occasions, such as a potlatch, wedding or battle. The height of the pole was a sign of wealth and power.
Approximate Size: KC-3 8.75in.
Handmade crafts vary in size, color, shades and material such as wood grain.
Hand Carved in Indonesia, hand painted in Alaska
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"Tisha" Alaskan Native Doll
Tisha is handcrafted with a fine porcelain handpainted face,
she is wearing a traditional full length parka, mittens and mukluks
in tradional style to keep her warm.
Tisha parka is fur trimmed, blue with white trim and hand bead work. Athabascan style
cuffs at the sleeves.
Makes the perfect gift for any occassion. Sure to please the avid doll collector.
Approximate Size: 14in. (35cm).
made in china
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Tlingit Alaskan Totem Pole
This beautiful hand painted wood totemic design of Master craftsman totem carver B. Kuhnley of Western Alaska, is the finest in Totemic creations. Totemic carvings bring to life the history of Alaska's past and the present. Totems are symbolic representations of animals or humans. Each tribal family's heritage is crafted into the totemic design of representative Alaskan wildlife such as the wolf or eagle.
Europeans gave the name "totem pole" to the carved wooden poles made by the Northwest Indian tribes such as the Tlinkit Indians. Since they had no written language, the Tlinket used the totems for recording family historical events.
Totem poles are read from the bottom up. The order of the crests tells a story of a particular potlatch or other important event.
Poles were built for different reasons: to show that one owed a debt to another; as wall supports or as part of the entrance to a home; as a memorial and a container for the cremated remains of a person; to commemorate special occasions, such as a potlatch, wedding or battle. The height of the pole was a sign of wealth and power.
Approximate Size: KC-4 4.75in.
Handmade crafts vary in size, color, shades and material such as wood grain.
Hand Carved in Indonesia, hand painted in Alaska
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Hand woven basket
This beautiful basket is hand woven of smoked wild grasses.
The grass is dried and then dyed with the alluring colors indicative of native tribes. Carved bone bear paw and caribou topped with beaver furs, finished with glass and bone beads.
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Note: all handmade baskets are woven from grasses by craftsmen and women. Each basket is unique, your basket will vary slightly from image shown. Basket is Balease, hand finished in Alaska adorned with furs, carved bone and beads from Alaska.
Variations include but are not limited to:
size
color
exact shapes
design patterns
weave
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Approximate Size:
Height: 7in
Diameter: 5.5in
Inside Depth: 5in
Lid ornament: 2.0in (grass handle), hinged
Lid diameter: 3.85in with rolled edge
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Salmon Fishing - Alaska style!
Alaskan walrus (shed- meaning found) ivory carved Grizzly Bear takes on world class salmon fishing.
This fine carving is like none other, a beautiful gift idea.
Piece is hand and nature crafted, therefore an original
one-of-a-kind Alaskan handcraft for that special Alaskan touch.
The perfect gift for any occasion.
Mounted on oval hand finished wood base.
See more Alaskan ivory, jade and hematite carvings press here
Approximate Size height: 4in, length: 5in.
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Season Special save at $189.95
Regular Price $440.00
Its Wintertime, snows are falling, and so have our prices! Season Special
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AFE# 820 Lodge Boots
As seen in Vogue, on the London Runway - Alaska Style!
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Its wintertime in Alaska, snows falling and so have our prices! Hurry, discounts like this won't last! $250.00 off our normal retail price on our Alaskan Handmade lodgeboots, MADE in Alaska by Alaskans. Hurry, prices won't stay this low for long.
Alaskan Lodge Boot, authentic Alaskan style. Hot on or off the London runway! You'll enjoy the evening out in a pair of our expertly hand crafted traditional style lodge boots of suede leather and rabbit fur adorned with hand bead work. Alaskan Lodge Boots are hand fashioned in leather, fur trim wrap at ankle with fur & leather ties.
Boot is lined with soft warm faux fur. Lodge Boot fur patterns and style may vary slightly from image shown. Boot height is approximately 13-15 inches from sole to boot top (dependant upon size of boots). Lodge Boot Sole Design is soft rubber.
About our Alaskan Seamstress: Lee "Busy" Beaver and Sue "Howling" Wolf handmade each lodge boot from nearly 50 individual pieces hand cut and stitched. Lee Busy Beaver and Sue Howling Wolf enjoy hand designing our Alaskan Lodge Boots for your feet.
Lodge boot is designed for the Ski Lodge / indoor use only. Not made in China! like the other boots. Our boots are handmade in Alaska, by Alaskans
Available boot shades: Black, Tan, Grey.
Black boots are jet black suede leather with black fur wrap at the ankle and leather ties, a dazzling design.
Grey boots are soft grey suede leather with grey fur wrap at the ankle and leather ties, a beautiful design.
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Need Custom Sizing? Request information about
our Mukluk & Lodge Boots Custom fit & sizes under 5, over 10.
NOTE: special does not apply for custom orders.
Available Sizes: 7 to 10
Shipping: Express 2-3 business days time in transit
custom orders & special fitting 7 days
International Boot Size Comparison Chart
Boot size is based on US Mens & Woman's sizes, measure your foot from heel to toe then choose your size boot.
Item notes: If you wear a half-size, order the next whole size larger.
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Eskimo Pin Cushion
Alaskan doll pin cushion is handmade of blue velvet and
with muskrat fur fringed hand painted faces. The
pin cushion is 5 1/2 inches in diameter and depicts
the traditional Eskimo blanket toss. This tradition
started hundreds of year ago when hunters would fling
a hunter high into the air to spot game. This pin cushion
is like none other, a beautiful gift idea. Each piece
is hand and nature crafted and therefore an original
one-of-a-kind Alaskan handcraft for that special Alaskan touch.
Makes the perfect gift for any occasion.
Pin Cushion top comes Midnight Black, choose from Eskimo Parka colors Blue or Red.
See more Alaskan dolls press here
Approximate Size: 7in dia. (17cm).
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Alaskan "Wild" Salmon
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Alaskan Salmon, for centuries the Alaska Native fished wild salmon from the waters of Alaska.
Smoked in the centuries-old manner of the Northwest and Alaskan
Indians, this succulent and mouth watering wild sockeye salmon is hand filleted,
and slowly smoked to perfection over aromatic hardwood fires.
Today, Alaska Guide's tradition lives on in each piece of moist, tender,
wild -never farmed Alaska Alder Smoked Premium Sockeye Salmon.
Our salmon is specially packaged in a vacuum sealed foil pouch for long-lasting
freshness without refrigeration. 
Alaskan Salmon Fillets, sealed for freshness in a gold retort and packaged makes the
perfect gift, for any occasion. Refrigerate after opening.
Size: Alaska Salmon 1.5LB. (24oz) net wt. We offer only the best, Premium Sockeye Red Wild Salmon.
Nutrition Facts
Alaskan Salmon 
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Alaskan Jade Grizzly Bear
Alaskan gift, hand carved Jade Grizzly Bear can often
be seen on the lookout for a good catch of salmon during
a summer run. Note the catch this bear holds (no fishtails
here!), great detail work. An excellent value that is
sure to be a beautiful addition to any home or office.
More Jade, soapstone and ivory Alaskan Carvings
Approximate Size: 1.25in to 3.0in
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Alaskan Jade Grizzly Bear w/Gold color Salmon
Alaskan gift, hand carved Jade Grizzly Bear can often
be seen on the lookout for a good catch of salmon during
a summer run. Note the catch this bear holds (no fishtails
here!), great detail work. An excellent value that is
sure to be a beautiful addition to any home or office.
More Jade, soapstone and ivory Alaskan Carvings
Approximate Size: 2.0in to 6.0in
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Alaskan Antler Hunter's Knife,
leather sheath
Caribou shed Antler hand carved Alaskan Moose head etched on handle, dual blade is 440 steel cut & honed finished. Our antler carved knives are hand made from shed (found) caribou and moose antler. Antler is a favorite amongst Alaskan artists for hand carving into statutes, animal shapes, and of course best of all, beautiful knife and ulu handles. Each handle is carved and polished. Antler may have natural stains from the alaskan soil in which the antler lay, adds to the antler handle's unique style. Great for general use, hunting or just for show in your new and growing Alaskan knife collection. A great gift idea for wedding, birthday, anniversary or any occasion. Suggestion: Take to your local engraver to have your own custom etching done. An excellent value that is sure to be a beautiful addition to any knife collection. Handmade leather sheath included to show your knife.
Knife handles and bases are hand carved, polished and will vary due to the natural differences in antler and the process of handmade Alaskan knives.
Approximate blade Size: Dual blades 10.5in (22.5cm), 4in (10cm) long
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Alaskan Gold & Nugget Letter-Initial Necklace
Give the gift of a name in Alaskan Gold Nuggets. Makes for a lovely and unusual gift.
Since the nuggets are shaped by the forces of nature, no two are alike.
It's an excellent gift idea. Alaskan Gold Nugget, a most unusual gift handmade in Alaska by Alaskans.
Alaskan Gold Nugget Initials are hand crafted in Alaska, by Alaskans from gold mined in Alaska.
Each piece is handmade to order, production time 2 days.
Approximate Size: Gold Nugget 1.0PW.
Gift box included.
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Collectors Box Alaskan reproduction ivory Scrimshaw Engraving
Fine quality reproduction ivory box, an excellent gift idea for any occasion.
Style: Eagle scrimshaw engraving with Eagle in flight and Eagle head.
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Size: 4.5 X 6 X 2.5 inch
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Knife blade Size: 3.0in open
Letter Opener Size: 6in
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Alaskan reproduction ivory Scrimshaw Engraving
Alaskan knife, reproduction ivory scrimshaw engraving. Fine quality Smith & Wesson knife in black finish.
Style: Eagle scrimshaw engraving #227
Approximate Size: 3.5in closed; 6in open
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Alaskan reproduction ivory Scrimshaw Engraving
Alaskan gift, reproduction ivory scrimshaw engraving. Fine quality Zippo lighter in silver brush finish.
Choose our Alaskan Big Three- Grizzly, Ram and Wolf for that special gift.
Approximate Size: 3in
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Collectors Cribbage Board Alaskan reproduction ivory Scrimshaw Engraving
Fine quality reproduction ivory box, an excellent gift idea for any occasion.
Style: Cribbage scrimshaw engraving with Alaskan Eagles in flight.
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Size: 5.5 X 7.5 X 4.5 inch
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A tradition that continues through today as the "Iditarod, the Last Great Race". Experienced Dog Mushers race over 1000 miles across Alaska's frozen wilderness from Anchorage to Nome each March, this year the race starts March 1st. L. Savage brings to life this great race across Alaska in this pristine hand carved walrus ivory piece, a true reflection of Alaska's spirit and our way of life.)
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