Franz-Albrecht of Oettingen-Spielberg
Hunting tradition meets modern practice
About Franz-Albrecht
Franz-Albrecht zu Oettingen-Spielberg, born on September 16, 1982, in Munich, comes from the long-established noble family of Oettingen-Spielberg. From a young age, he was exposed to hunting through his father – a passionate hunter and successful shooter in the Olympic Trap discipline. He developed a high degree of marksmanship and hunting precision early on.
His great passion is driven hunting, especially for wild boar. With his exceptional shooting technique, his instinct for game, and his strong hunting ethics, he has made a name for himself throughout Europe. Today he is considered one of the best-known and most experienced hunters in Europe, combining tradition with modern hunting methods.
"Roe deer"
PUMA hunting jacket, FAOS edition
This exceptional Franz-Abrecht zu Oettingen-Spielberg (FAOS) edition includes the PUMA hunting knife with a cognac-colored leather sheath. The FAOS logo and individual serial numbering are also featured on the back of the main blade.
"Roe deer"
PUMA hunting pocket knife 4-piece FAOS edition
The four-piece PUMA hunting pocket knife is the perfect companion for every hunt. Compact, reliable, and equipped with a blade, gutting blade, saw, and corkscrew for any situation – a true piece of Solingen craftsmanship for on the go.
"Red deer"
PUMA deer knife, FAOS edition
The PUMA deer knife from the FAOS edition was personally selected by Franz-Albrecht for hunting red deer. Its robust blade and secure grip make it the ideal tool for working with larger game. Combined with the exclusive FAOS laser engraving, this knife perfectly unites tradition, function, and hunting passion – a true highlight of the numbered edition.
"Wild boar"
PUMA extension knife FAOS Edition
The PUMA FAOS Edition extension knife was specifically chosen by Franz-Albrecht for use on wild boar. Its extended design offers additional reach and maximum control – especially crucial when quick and safe action is required during driven hunts. With its robust construction, reliable handling, and exclusive FAOS laser engraving, this knife represents a significant commitment to hunting responsibility and is an indispensable tool in demanding situations.
"Mouflon"
PUMA SAUBART, FAOS Edition
This model is perfect for wild sheep hunting: a robust construction
for reliable handling, yet balanced for precise cuts.
Knives used for hunting should have good stability. This
realization was consistently implemented in our PUMA "saubart".
The result is a compact hunting all-rounder with a strong blade, whose
full tang, running completely through the handle, is fitted with stag horn
scales. On the blade you will find the exclusive FAOS laser engraving.
Fallow deer
PUMA Hunting FAOS Edition
For fallow deer hunting, Franz-Albrecht chose the PUMA "waidwerk" – a multi-purpose knife designed by professional hunters according to ergonomic principles, which fully demonstrates its strengths during gralloching and ringing. The blade, made from Sandvik 14C28N and hardened to up to 62 HRC, offers excellent edge retention, while the traditional staghorn handle with nickel silver bolsters and a lanyard hole sits securely in the hand. Handcrafted, delivered in a high-quality leather sheath, and refined with the exclusive FAOS laser engraving – a knife that consistently combines tradition and modern hunting practice.
FAQ section
Here you will find the most frequently asked questions about the FAOS-PUMA Edition, with concise answers regarding models, game species, special features, and the background of the series. The FAQ helps you quickly categorize individual knives and grasp the most important information at a glance.
What does FAOS mean?
FAOS stands for Franz-Albrecht Oettingen-Spielberg and identifies the edition developed in partnership with PUMA Solingen.
Which knives are part of the PUMA FAOS edition?
The FAOS-PUMA edition includes:
The small "Jagdnicker" after Frevert, the 4-piece hunting pocket knife, the red deer knife, the PUMA extension knife, the PUMA "Saubart," and the PUMA "Waidwerk."
Who is Franz-Albrecht zu Oettingen-Spielberg?
Franz-Albrecht zu Oettingen-Spielberg is a German nobleman, hunter, and manager of the Oettingen-Spielberg estate. He stands for hunting tradition and practical experience and is a co-initiator of the FAOS editions.
For which game species are the FAOS knives intended?
The PUMA-FAOS editions have each been assigned by FAOS to a huntable game species:
The small hunting knife (Jagdnicker) according to Frevert and the 4-part hunting pocket knife for roe deer, the red deer knife for red deer, the PUMA extension knife for wild boar, the PUMA Saubart for mouflon, and the PUMA Waidwerk for fallow deer.
What is special about the FAOS editions from PUMA?
PUMA's FAOS editions are classic knives with a hunting tradition. They are consecutively numbered, sold as a set with a cognac-colored leather sheath, and feature an exclusive laser engraving with the FAOS logo.