Norseman's knock

Norseman's knock
The highest spades in a modern Swedish pattern pack
OriginSweden
Alternative namesNorrlandsknack
TypePlain-trick game
FamilyRams group
Players3-5
Cards52
DeckModern Swedish pattern, French-suited pack
Rank (high→low)Natural (ace high)
PlayClockwise
Related games
Rams  knack  köpknack  svängknack

Norseman's knock or Norrlandsknack is a classic Swedish card game for 3 to 5 players, known since the mid-1800s. It is traditionally played for money. The game is about winning as many tricks as possible and above all not being completely left without a trick.