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KAI SHUN CLASSIC WHITE CL ASSIC WEARING A WHITE JACKET
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BARK RIVER KNIVES W H AT M A K E S THEM SO SPECIAL F AV O U R I T E
SHAPTON PRO STONES LEON’S FAV O U R I T E
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FISKARS NORDEN T R A DI T ION A L LY CHOPPING WOOD, WITH A TWIST
03 Magazine #3 of 2019. The last magazine of this year. Yes, all good things must come to an end. But don’t worry, we have enough amazing things to share! You read more about the story behind Bark River Knives, one of the most popular brands for fixed knives. We have fancy gentleman’s knives to fine-tune your outfit for the holidays. We have the right survival knife for everyone who loves playing outside. And, of course, many new products, such as the Kai kitchen knives, Fiskars axes and the best Fenix newcomers. We spend time in the garden with Wüsthof’s Urban Farmer collection and travel the world with a Maxpedition backpack. Unfortunately, we missed the joyous occasion of you opening your order. We hope you were unable to suppress a small hurrah when you saw the product you ordered for the first time. Bringing a smile to your face with these quality products and seeing you excited to start working with them. That is why we do it.
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8 ESEE Izula. 11 V I C TO R I N OX S W I S S TO O L The gentleman amongst the multi-tools. 14 D E B U Y E R P R I M A M AT E R A The kitchen is your canvas. 15
LE CREUSET LES FORGÉES An award-winning collection of pans.
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KAI SHUN CLASSIC WHITE Classic wearing a white jacket.
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L E P O C K E T- S E R I E Classic gentleman’s knife from Fontenille Pataud.
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7 TO P S K N I V E S Fieldcraft 3.5 Mini. 12 GERBER Center-Drive Plus Multitool. GUIDE
9 MAXPEDITION Versatile backpacks. GEAR
5 KA-BAR Becker knives. 6 S P L I T T I N G WO O D Child’s play with Hultafors 10 F E N I X The best newcomers of 2019. 13 L E D L E N S E R Leading flashlights and head torches.
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17 DA M A S T K I TC H E N K N I V E S Stunning. 22 T H E J A M E S B R A N D Stylish and modern. NEW
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W Ü S T H O F U R B A N FA R M E R Brings the city and the countryside closer together. BRAND
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BARK RIVER KNIVES What makes them so special?
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BÖKER GENTLEMAN’S KNIVES The best from German soil for 150 years. NICE TO MEE T
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FISKARS NORDEN Traditionally chopping wood, with a twist. F AV O U R I T E
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S H A P TO N P R O S TO N E S Leon’s favourite.
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FISKARS NORDEN-SERIES You might have grown accustomed to Fiskars’ black-orange axes. This time, however, the company decided to do things a little differently. With the Norden collection, Fiskars demonstrates how traditional and modern can easily be combined.
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FISKARS NORDEN N7 FELLING AXE
FISKARS NORDEN N10 FELLING AXE
FISKARS NORDEN N12 SPLITTING AXE
The N7 is a small, universal axe with a natural look and feel. The axe is great for pruning, chopping and making kindling. A must-have while spending time in the woods.
The N10 is bigger than the N7. It is a felling axe that is suited for one-handed use and chopping (fire) wood. Perfect for chopping tasks in the garden or woods. This axe feels really decent.
The last axe and also the largest one in the Norden collection is the Norden N12. This splitting axe is great when splitting small logs with a diameter of up to 20 cm.
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BARK RIVER KNIVES What makes them so special?
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Within a couple of years Bark River Knives turned into one of the most popular brands for fixed blades. What makes Bark River Knives so special?
It is quite obvious that it has something to do with the quality. But don’t other manufacturers also produce great knives? Sure, but there is something special about Bark River. It is a remarkable combination of amazing traits. Each knife is enhanced with a convex grind that is applied by hand. You don’t see that every day. But also the almost infinite amount of models, types of steel and handle materials appeal to knife enthusiasts. Numerous combinations are possible. As such almost each knife is unique. Ergonomics, however, are key for Bark River knives. You need to hold a ‘Barkie’ yourself to understand how amazing it feels in hand. And no we are not only talking about the first five seconds you hold it. Even if you use a Bark River knife for a longer period of time it still feels comfortable. That is remarkable. It makes Bark River ‘King of the fixed knives’.
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KA-BAR BECKER KNIVES KA-BAR Becker knives were designed to last a life-time. Made in the United States, rock-solid and loved by the military.
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KA-BAR COMBAT BOWIE BK9
KA-BAR COMPANION BK2
KA-BAR SHORT BECKER BK16
KA-BAR ESKABAR BK14
A rock-solid and balanced knife, great for all-round use. A wolf ‘dressed like a wolf’.
Heavy-duty, all-round survival knife. From chopping wood to skinning game: the BK2 can do it all.
Knife with a drop point blade, perfect for survival or camping purposes. Modest in terms of size, a beast when you let it out of its cage.
A combination of the Becker Necker and the ESEE Izula, wearing a KA-BAR jacket. Compact and light-weight, with performances to match.
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HULTAFORS Splitting firewood is a fun but intensive task. As a result it is not that surprising you want to be as efficient as possible when you get to work. Fortunately, Hultafors is happy to help out with rock-solid splitting axes.
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HULTAFORS SPLITTING AXE 2500 GRAMS
HULTAFORS SPLITTING AXE 1500 GRAMS
HULTAFORS SPLITTING AXE 900 GRAMS
HULTAFORS WEDGE
A heavy and powerful axe. Perfect when splitting harder types of wood. Enhanced with a tempered striking face at the back of the head. Can, as such, also be used as a hammer.
A heavier axe. Perfect when splitting thick logs of wood. Enhanced with a straight hickory handle.
A little more compact than you are used to from the average splitting axe. Easy to take with you and perfect for smaller pieces of wood.
The perfect addition to accompany a splitting axe. The wedge makes it incredibly easy to cut through thick logs of wood. Use the tempered striking face at the back of the head to hit the wedge in.
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In the outdoor world the following saying is quite common: a large knife can do what a small knife can, but a small knife will never be able to do what a large knife can. Makes sense. Until you try the Fieldcraft 3.5 Mini.
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he Fieldcraft 3.5 Mini is the compact, younger brother of the popular TOPS Fieldcraft knife. A knife designed by the Brothers of Bushcraft: an association of bushcraft enthusiasts in the United States. Incredibly popular, but with its 24.8 cm a little too big and too heavy. For that reason the Fieldcraft 3.5 Mini is enhanced with all popular aspects of its big brother, but has a total length of 20.7 cm. Large enough to carry out all normal bushcraft tasks, small and light enough to take it with you during hikes. It is namely 44% lighter than its big brother. You can tell! The great thing about this bushcraft knife is that the blade has a scandivex edge: a combination of a scandi and convex edge. As such the edge is great for fine wood carving tasks, but also strong enough to withstand heavy-duty use. At the end of the day the compact size of the Fieldcraft 3.5 Mini has many advantages. After all, it is not about size! It is about what you do with it!
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The fact that survival knives don’t always have to be big is something ESEE proves with the Izula. One of the most popular survival knives in our range. Despite a blade length of almost seven cm, it can do more than some large knives.
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t got its name from the Izula Ant, also known as the ‘bullet ant’. A bite from this ant feels like you are being shot. The idea that such a small animal can have such a massive impact suits this knife. Many people carry the Izula as a light-weight knife while hiking. It is, however, also great as a back-up knife, or to accompany an axe in some bushcraft gear. ESEE uses two different types of steel to produce the Izula: tough 1095 carbon steel and stainless 440C steel. There is also an Izula II with a slightly longer handle. The great thing about the Izula is that you can also use it without the scales. The result is a really compact and light-weight knife. For additional comfort and more grip you can enhance the handle with a paracord wrap. As such you will immediately have a piece of paracord close as well. Incredibly useful! The ESEE Izula is a type of knife that will prove its worth a hundred times over. An asset to every collection.
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Maxpedition backpacks are amazing for anyone who loves great gear. Made to withstand years of intensive use. But what makes the Maxpedition backpacks so special?
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he Maxpedition backpacks were truly designed to be used. The sturdy material can withstand years of intensive use. But that is not all! Maxpedition always enhances its backpacks with enough small compartments in order to neatly organize your gear. Incredibly practical because it enables you to always easily find whatever you are looking for. Not enough room? Don’t worry. The backpacks have multiple MOLLE mountings options. Awesome, because this system of loops allows you to attach an additional EDC pouch, for instance. As such you can add as much storage space as you might need. It goes without saying that the backpacks are enhanced with adjustment options to adjust the carrying straps to your liking. Maxpedition backpacks are incredibly popular amongst soldiers and cops. Makes sense, because you can truly rely on these versatile backpacks. Thousands of professionals beat you to it. When will you get yours?
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FENIX BEST NEWCOMERS OF 2019 Fenix flashlights are innovative, recognisable and very popular. It is therefore not that surprising that new models are introduced almost every day. We highlight the best newcomers!
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With a maximum output of 1600 lumens and a beam distance of 283 meters this is a real hulk. In the eco-mode this light will even last approximately 115 hours. Powerful and tireless!
10 cm long, 1600 lumens, 70 hours of burn time and a broad beam with a reach of 203 meters! The E30R is a headlight that easily fits in your pocket. Perfect for hikes and camping trips.
With the HL18R you will always have the right amount of light close. From 400 lumens to light up the path that lies ahead to 4 lumens when you read a book at night.
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Victorinox. Mostly known for its versatile Swiss pocket knives with the classic red scales. But did you know that Victorinox also produces practical multi-tools? The quality? Amazing! Meet the Victorinox SwissTool collection.
VICTORINOX SWISSTOOL
Functionality, reliability and an amazing value for money. It is what we think of when we think of Victorinox Swiss pocket knives. The SwissTools are no exception. Whether you are spending time at home, at work or in nature: with a SwissTool on hand you will be ready for anything life throws at you. The SwissTool collection is comprised of different models. The two most popular tools are the SwissTool X and the SwissTool Sprit XC. In terms of functions both are fairly similar. The X, however, is slightly more robust and larger than the Spirit. Because of its elegant design the Spirit XC is sometimes also called the gentleman amongst multi-tools. Especially in combination with the leather sheath it is an absolute showstopper. Want to make the most of your multi-tool? Victorinox also introduced the SwissTool Plus collection. The tools in this collection are enhanced with an extra-large sheath with a bit-set and a ratchet or wrench. Looking for the most corrosionresistant multi-tool? If so, check out the SwissTool BS or Spirit XBS with a black oxide-coating.
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In 2017 Gerber successfully challenged Leatherman’s hegemony on the multi-tool market with the Center-Drive. And yet Gerber felt that the Center-Drive could become even better. It could benefit from an additional ‘plus’. Meet the Gerber Center-Drive Plus.
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he amazing screwdriver, one-handed opening pliers, interchangeable wire cutters: we have all seen those before. The tool the Center-Drive missed, however, was a pair of scissors. That is why Gerber got rid of the serrated knife and partially enhanced the normal blade with serrations. As such there was enough room for the much requested pair of scissors. Spring-loaded even, incredibly practical when you use the tool with one hand. Gerber also upgraded the sheath. The solid, USA produced, belt sheath is now made from thick leather. We can honestly say that you rarely come across such a beautiful sheath. The great thing is that there is also enough room for the bit-set that comes with the Gerber Center-Drive Plus. All in all, the Gerber Center-Drive Plus is a strong competitor amongst all other multi-tools in the higher segment. It is a tool that wants everyone to know that Gerber took a hold of the multi-tool market, and is not planning to let go any time soon.
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LEDLENSER LedLenser offers ingenious solutions for every situation. The unique reflector-lens and the Advanced Focus System are proof of that.
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LEDLENSER X21R FOR FANATICS
LEDLENSER P7R FOR EVERYONE
LEDLENSER MH11 FOR DEMANDING ADVENTURERS
LEDLENSER IH8R FOR PROFESSIONALS
With the X for Xtreme. Extreme power of 5000 lumens, an extreme beam distance of 500 meters and a burn time of up to 40 hours. But that is not all! The safety Ytrion rechargeable battery is also incredibly efficient.
A real best-seller. The P7R is a compact flashlight, with a light output of up to 1000 lumens and a burn time of 40 hours. You can easily charge the battery thanks to the magnetic Floating Charge system.
Simply connect this light to your smartphone, use the LedLenser Connect app, adjust the light to your liking and get access to additional functions. The MH11 even has a boost mode up to 1000 lumens.
The most complete head torch for demanding professionals. It has an easily focusable beam and can function up to 120 hours. The headband with the special rubber insides and included helmet mount increase the carrying comfort.
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De Buyer Prima Matera pans have an elegant and shiny, copper outside. Looks amazing yes, but it also distributes the heat evenly! With these copper pans cooking will once again become an art form.
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opper is known for properly distributing heat. As such these pans are great when preparing sauces or melting chocolate. It is for a reason that copper pans have been popular amongst professional chefs and fanatic amateur chefs for decades. The inside of the copper pans is made from stainless steel. As such you can easily clean them. The fine handles are also made from stainless steel and don’t heat up while cooking. The pans can be used on all cooking hobs. Even induction works thanks to the magnetic base. Use these pans to prepare and serve delicious dishes and enrich your table with a piece of art.
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It doesn’t really matter what you are planning to eat tonight. All you have to do is use a Le Creuset frying pan to prepare it! After all, you can use these versatile pans to simmer, fry potatoes or sear a tender piece of meat. You can even pop it in the oven to grill your dishes. The effortless clean-up is a bonus.
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Le Creuset uses aluminium to produce these all-round pans. And not just any type of aluminium, but forged aluminium. As such the pans hold their shape well, something that could be problem when you use cast aluminium. Because of the steel disk in the base the pans can be used on all cooking hobs, including induction. Other advantages we shouldn’t forget: the hardened, PFOA-free, non-stick coating prevents burning, the handle stays cold and last, but not least: the thick base takes care of an optimal distribution of heat for fast and even baking. In short, Le Creuset once again shows us what a top-quality pan should look like.
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The traditional Classic collection is Kai’s most extensive collection. In fact, it is one of the most extensive collections in the world. And, it is now also available in white: the Classic White. Nice to meet you.
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s the name might already suggest the handle of the White collection is made from white pakka wood. This makes the knives look amazing. The blade is made from a VG MAX-steel core, encased in 32 layers of damasteel. This appreciated combination is robust and retains its sharpness for a long time.
This collection starts with seven knives, of which one Limited Edition Kiritsuke knife. Other than that the collection is comprised of a paring knife, utility knife, santoku, carving knife, bread knife and, of course, the frequently used chef’s knife. All knives are enhanced with a special surface treatment to create the beautiful lines. Each KAI knife is sharpened by hand before it ends up in your kitchen.
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LINE-UP DAMAST KITCHEN KNIVES There are different famous kitchen knife brands that produce damasteel knives. The number of steel layers varies, but the similarity is clear: these knives are stunning. We added four of the best knives to this line-up.
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KRAMER BY ZWILLING SAKAI TAKAYUKI EURO MEIJI CHEF’S BUNKA KNIFE
NESMUK EXCLUSIVE C90 CHEF’S KNIFE
BÖKER DAMAST OLIVE CHEF’S KNIFE
This knife is absolutely amazing to look at. The blade has a core made from FC61 steel, surrounded by hundreds of layers of steel. Thanks to a special process all knives get their own damast pattern, making each of them unique.
When you look at this knife your eye is immediately drawn to the unparalleled damasteel blade. This blade is comprised of a whopping 210 layers of damasteel. The blade has a double-sided hollow grind. As such the edge is extra thin and, as such, razor-sharp.
This knife has a subtle pattern on the blade that matches the pattern on the wooden handle. The shape of the blade and the lack of the crop make this knife look very Japanese. Combine this elegant style with Japanese craftsmanship and you end up with this stunning chef’s knife.
This Sakai knife has a kengata blade. Kengata stands for ‘sword-like’ and refers to the sharply sloping end. The blade has a core made from hard VG-10, encased in 33 layers of damasteel. The side is hammered. This takes care of the unique look and feel.
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The preparation of a meal starts in the countryside! The W端sthof Urban Farmer collection was designed for urbanites who love preparing meals with home-grown products.
W端sthof Urban Farmer The Urban Farmer collection brings the city and the countryside closer together. From environmentally conscious city dwellers to food-loving families with young children. With this collection, W端sthof is committed to sustainability, environmental protection and stimulating creativity in the kitchen with fresh, home-grown products. From a specially shaped pruning knife to cut fresh plants to the usual steak knives, the Urban Farmer knives help you when harvesting fresh produce, preparing meals and when enjoying the results. The knives have a handle made from sustainable European beech wood, a stainless steel blade and a rubber anti-slip bolster for additional grip while you work in your vegetable garden. The knives and your fresh ingredients can easily be stored in the practical W端sthof tool basket: the charming and practical combination of a garden basket and a toolbox.
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Coming up with great texts, original campaigns and relevant information is something I happily work on every single day. It could, however, be a little tiring sometimes. That is why it is great to relax now and again. The best way to relax? By sharpening knives on Japanese sharpening stones. LEON’S FAVOURITE
SHAPTON PRO STONES
The Shapton Pro Stones are my favourite Japanese sharpening stones. These colourful ceramic stones enable you to sharpen your knives in a traditional manner. The focus and the repetitive movements that are necessary to constantly use the right angle are what I find so relaxing. The sound the stones make as I sharpen my knives is also very relaxing. Sharpening your knife on a 5000 or 8000 grit Shapton sharpening stone sounds like you are skating on smooth Norwegian natural ice. But that is not all, sharpening your own knives is also very satisfying. The light euphoria you experience when you feel how sharp the knives have become is a great bonus. I prefer to sharpen my knives outside in the garden, but sharpening inside is just as great. No matter where I sharpen my knives, I completely recharge as I use the Shapton Pro Stones. Ready to ‘Rock’!
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LEON CONTENTM ARKETEER
Leon is a content marketeer for our knife Sharpening & Maintenance category. Dull blade? He’ll take sharpness to the edge!
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GENTLEMAN’S KNIVES CL ASSY POCKE T KNIVES
a gentleman’s knife is a pocket knife with a luxurious and chic look and feel. in the past everyone owned one. today, however, this is unfortunately no longer the case. quite a shame really. that is why we would like to introduce to you: the world of the gentleman’s knife! Gentleman’s knives come in many different types and styles. The most popular are the modern gentleman’s knife and its counterpart, the classic gentleman’s knife. A classic gentleman’s knife stays true to the style of the pocket knives that were produced in the past. Like that one pocket knife your grandfather used to carry with him. These classic gentleman’s knives are enhanced with traditional mechanisms and materials such as wood and stag horn. A modern gentleman’s knife, however, is innovative and made from modern materials such as carbon fibre and titanium. While classic gentleman’s knives mostly stay true to their origin, modern gentleman’s knives look for paths less travelled. A gentleman’s knife is an indispensable part of your outfit. In addition to peeling an apple and opening a letter you can use a gentleman’s knife to make a style statement. Like a beautiful watch, a gentleman’s knife says something about who you are and what you wish to convey. A gentleman’s knife is truly a reflection of the person who carries it.
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The Fontenille Pataud gentleman’s knives are absolutely magnificent. The ‘cream of the crop’ of all French gentleman’s knives. Especially the Le Pocket collection is popular amidst people who wish to carry an elegant and traditional gentleman’s knife.
Classic gentleman’s knife from Fontenille Pataud Fontenille Pataud has been producing the world’s best Laguiole knives ever since the twenties. Laguiole is the name of the village in France where these types of knives come from. There are only a couple of brands left that produce top-quality Laguiole knives. Fontenille Pataud is definitely one of them. The name Le Pocket says it all: these knives are made for your pocket. Because of the slim and tasteful design these knives are almost begging you to be used. Because of the massive amount of different handle materials used there will always be a knife that matches your style or outfit. The blade is wafer-thin which makes it perfect for light daily tasks. As a cherry on top the knives are enhanced with stunning file work. To make carrying this gentleman’s knife even more comfortable it comes with a fancy leather pouch.
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Heinr. Böker & Co was founded in 1869. This means that in 2019 Böker celebrates its 150th anniversary. We were invited to celebrate this joyous occasion and look back on a remarkable event in Solingen.
Böker Gentleman’s knives 150 years. An age many brands can only dream of. During our visit to the Manufaktur in Solingen we immediately noticed it: something unique is going on here. Experts were working with massive industrial machines, and handles and blades were finished and sharpened by hand. We hadn’t seen or experienced this form of craftsmanship before. For at least a couple of hours it felt like we took a time machine and travelled back to the year 1869. Keeping Böker’s history in mind it is not that surprising that the most beautiful, classic gentleman’s knives are produced in Solingen. After all, this form of craftsmanship leaves its mark on every knife. The result is an absolutely authentic and unique tool. To celebrate its 150th birthday Böker produced multiple anniversary knives. Limited to 150 pieces per model, of which many enhanced with a Chad Nichols Damascus blade. Made from an old steam engine wheel that used to power the machines at Böker. These knives radiate history, literally and figuratively speaking.
The best from German soil for 150 years
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THE JAMES BRAND STYLISH AND MODERN The people at The James brand are masters when it comes to design. It is therefore not that surprising that many modern gentleman’s knives and style-items are produced by this company. We proudly introduce four of their newest products.
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The Duval is a sleek and modern gentleman’s knife enhanced with a modified Wharncliffe blade. It is available with no less than five cool handle materials amongst which wood, micarta and titanium. Really cool!
Who would have thought that a snap hook could be this appealing? The Hardin is elegant and modern. You can proudly hang your keys from this tool! It is made from aluminium and therefore light as a feather. What more could you possibly ask for?
The Ellis is a slim pocket knife with a partially serrated blade, a bottle opener and screwdriver. This tuxedo edition is incredibly chic and easy to combine with a neat outfit. With the Ellis you will steal the show at any party.
Do you love modern pens? If so the Stilwell is the best tool for you! With the Stilwell you write down your most important notes in style. This robust and compact pen is perfect for daily use!
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