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German Böker "Optima Stag Horn" Pocket Folding Knife

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

Introduction:

The Boker Optima is a pocket knife that can take rough handling and use. The exceptionally thick blade made of 440C is stainless, hollow ground and securely fastened by the Backlock. The blades of the Optima series are all exchangeable, so that the knife can be quickly adapted to the respective requirements. The exchange-blade system transforms this one-part knife into a multi-functional knife. The handle body is sintered from a piece of Nickel Silver, the scales are made from traditional Stag.

Specifications:

Steel: 440C
Blade length: 3.543“ inch / 90 mm
Total length: 8.385” inch / 213 mm
Handle length: 4.842" inch / 123 mm
Handle scales: Stag Horn / Nickel Silver

Blade Thickness: 4 mm
Overall weight 220 gr.

German Böker "Scout Thuja" Pocket Folding Knife

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

Introduction:

The Boker Scout has been firmly connected to our name since 1985. No one can say today if anyone would have expected that the pocket knife would be one of the most successful and popular knives from our range. But these many years in short-lived fads, that are also not unusual on the knife market, is definitely special. While no other model has had as many versions as the Scout over the years, the basic specifications never changed. The extremely stable body is from a single piece of nickel silver which is produced by sintering. The hollow ground blade made of stainless N690 contributes with its memorable shape to the incomparable appearance of the Scout. A classic Blacklock keeps the blade safely open. When the knife is opened, the spine locks into a notch on the back of the blade. To close the knife, push down the exposed part of the spine. The harmonic overall impression of this classic is completed by pleasantly shaped handle scales made of Thuja Wood, which elaborately hand-polished to a high gloss.

Specifications:

Steel: N690
Blade length: 3.149“ inch / 80 mm
Total length: 7.244” inch / 184 mm
Handle length: 4.094" inch / 104 mm
Handle scales: Thuja Wood / Nickel Silver

Blade Thickness: Not specified
Overall weight 160 gr.

Böker Solingen Pocket Multi-Tool Knife "Camp Classic Gold"

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

Introduction:

Even in the world of high-tech materials like powder metallurgical steel, composites like carbon or G10 and technical materials such as titanium or zirconium, classic pocket knives are still enjoying unabated popularity. Traditional designs like the Trapper, Scout, Barlow or our sporting knives have always been valued tools for everyday use and garner fans of all ages. With our Classic Gold series, we are offering a deliberate counterpoint to blades of a more modern make; with their laser engraved logo, these blades are certainly state-of-the-art but don't necessarily exude vintage charm. For the Classic Gold series, we came back to classic craftsmanship, finishing the blades with genuine classic gold etching that used to be common for high-quality knives. Highlighting their sophisticated appearance, the knives in this series have scales made from select pieces of certified imported desert ironwood, which is not just very sturdy but also offers a rather elegant look. The design is finished with a classic Boker logo in the handle scale. All in all, the Classic Gold series reaches into the past, bringing it back to life in a tangible way.

The six-piece Boker Camp Knife has been manufactured by hand since 1869 in our Solingen-based Manufactory. The concept, copied many times in the course of history, combines numerous useful tools in a high-quality Pocketknife. It is in production longer than any other multifunctional Knife. It offers two blades, a can opener, a cap lifter, a leather punch and reamer, a corkscrew, and a flathead screwdriver. Both blades are made of polished 4034 steel, the classic blade steel from Solingen, which combines corrosion resistance with the edge retention and is easy to sharpen. Thanks to the practical lanyard strap, the Knife can be easily attached to bags or other objects.

Specifications:

Steel: 4034
Blade length: 2.559“ inch / 65 mm
Total length: 6.102” inch / 155 mm
Handle length: 3.543” inch / 90 mm
Handle scales: Desert Ironwood & Nickel Silver

Blade thickness: 1.7 mm
Overall weight 111 gr.

Böker Solingen Applegate Fairbairn A-F Boot Knife

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

Introduction:

Among the entire variety of combat knives, completely blackened versions are basically a must-have. The black versions are very popular, not just for military operations, but also due to the special charisma of such dagger and the added corrosion protection provided by the coating. So it was basically our duty to add such a variant of the A-F 4.5 and A-F 5.5 models. Hardly any other knifemaker has influenced the field of tactical knives as much as William H. "Bill" Harsey, his designs have earned him an excellent reputation in the knife world. His modification of the legendary Boker Applegate-Fairbairn combines the knife used by many elite units with modern elements. The larger blade width and the more favorable geometry of the double edged N690 blade with black PVD coating improve the cutting properties, while the blade length offers an optimum compromise between guidance and utility value. The tang reaches out of the end of the handle and it can be used as a windowbreaker. The CNC-milled handle scales made of black Micarta are extremely durable, pleasantly structured and offer excellent grip even when wet. Delivery includes high-quality black nylon scabbard by SpecOps.

Specifications:

Steel: N690
Blade length: 4.606“ inch / 117 mm
Total length: 8.740” inch / 222 mm
Handle length: 4.133" inch / 105mm
Handle scales: Micarta

Blade Thickness: 4.9 mm
Overall weight 168 gr.

Additional informations about N690 Steel:

The cobalt-alloyed N690 by Böhler (not to be confused with the lower-grade N695!) is a very reliable upper middle-grade steel we use at our Solingen manufacture for a wide variety of projects. The fine-grained N690, which ranks above 440C, offers convincing performance data in all areas. It is often sold as N690Co – the "Co" stands for cobalt and describes the exact same steel.

German Böker "Optima Thuja Wood" Pocket Folding Knife

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

* Again available at 14th May 2021 *

Introduction:

The Boker Optima is a pocket knife that can take rough handling and use. The exceptionally thick blade made of 440C is stainless, hollow ground and securely fastened by the Backlock. The blades of the Optima series are all exchangeable, so that the knife can be quickly adapted to the respective requirements. The exchange-blade system transforms this one-part knife into a multi-functional knife. The handle body is sintered from a piece of Nickel Silver, the scales are made from exotic certified imported Thuja Wood.

Specifications:

Steel: 440C
Blade length: 3.543“ inch / 90 mm
Total length: 8.385” inch / 213 mm
Handle length: 4.842" inch / 123 mm
Handle scales: Thuja Wood / Nickel Silver

Blade Thickness: 4 mm
Overall weight 220 gr.

Böker Solingen "1906" Ebony Pocket Folding Knife

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

Introduction:

Some things are very much en vogue for a while before falling back into obscurity - usually well deserved. Yet others are much too beautiful, too precious to remain lost forever. The classic Boker 1906 is such a case. The design is more than a hundred years old, but its clear lines are still much loved today. Therefore, we spared no effort to bring the 1906 back to life. Neither old tools nor prototypes or design drawings existed, so we had to redesign the knife from scratch, guided by traditional methods throughout the whole production process.
The result is a charismatic pocket knife with a new lease of life, exuding fin de siècle charm – a very special piece mainly because of its clean lines and characteristic grind. Following the classic style, the plates are brass while the bolsters are nickel silver. The 440C blade is secured with a back spring. Certified imported Ebony handle scales add an elegant accent.

Specifications:

Steel: 440C
Blade length: 3.503" inch / 89 mm
Total length: 7.677” inch / 195 mm
Handle length: 4,173” inch / 106 mm
Handle scales: Ebony Wood

Blade thickness: 2.5 mm
Overall weight 79 gr.

Additional Informations about "Nickel Silver":

Nickel silver is the name of an alloy containing copper, nickel and zinc that has a silver-like look. In the knife industry, it is mainly used for fittings, especially for the so-called bolsters.

German Böker "Scout Buffalo" Pocket Folding Knife

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

Introduction:

The Boker Scout has been firmly connected to our name since 1985. No one can say today if anyone would have expected that the pocket knife would be one of the most successful and popular Knifes from our range. But these many years in short-lived fads, that are also not unusual on the knife market, is definitely special. While no other model has had as many versions as the Scout over the years, the basic specifications never changed. The extremely stable body is from a single piece nickel silver which is produced by sintering. The hollow ground blade made of stainless N690 contributes with its memorable shape to the incomparable appearance of the Scout. A classic Backlock keeps the blade safely open. When the knife is opened, the spine locks into a notch on the back of the blade. To close the knife, push down the exposed part of the spine. The harmonic overall impression of this classic is completed by pleasantly shaped handle scales made of Buffalo Horn, which are elaborately hand polished to a high gloss.

Specifications:

Steel: N690
Blade length: 3.149“ inch / 80 mm
Total length: 7.244” inch / 184 mm
Handle length: 4.094" inch / 104 mm
Handle scales: Buffalo Horn / Nickel Silver

Blade Thickness: Not specified
Overall weight 160 gr.

German Böker "Scout Stag" Pocket Folding Knife

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

Introduction:

The Boker Scout has been firmly connected to our name since 1985. No one can say today if anyone would have expected that the pocket knife would be one of the most successful and popular Knives from our range. But these many years in short-lived fads, that are also not unusual on the knife market, is definitely special. While no other model has had as many versions as the Scout over the years, the basic specifications never changed. The extremely stable body is from a single-piece nickel silverwhich is produced by sintering. The hollow ground blade made of stainless N690 is forged by Böhler and contributes with its memorable shape to the incomparable appearance of the Scout. A classic  Back-lock keeps the blade safely open. When the knife is opened, the spine locks into a notch on the back of the blade. To close the knife, push down the exposed part of the spine. The harmonic overall impression of this classic is completed by pleasantly shaped handle scales made of Stag.

Specifications:

Steel: N690
Blade length: 3.149“ inch / 80 mm
Total length: 7.244” inch / 184 mm
Handle length: 4.094" inch / 104 mm
Handle scales: Stag Horn

Blade Thickness: Not specified
Overall weight 160 gr.

Böker Solingen Applegate-Fairbairn Boot Knife

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

Introduction:

The various versions of the Boker Applegate-Fairbairn have been convincing special forces all over the world for years and have emerged as an icon among tactical knives. The knife goes back to the classic Fairbairn-Sykes dagger from World War II and was designed by Col. Rex Applegate. The elite soldier coordinated secret operations throughout Europe during the war and even became President Franklin D. Roosevelt's personal guard. He trained Allied Special Forces in close combat and founded the "School for Spies and Assassins" in today's Camp David. Later he continued to work as a consultant and trainer, wrote numerous books about close quarter combat and began to develop and improve the perfect combat knife.

The smaller and thus more handy version of the Applegate-Fairbairn has been developed according to the same concept as its big brother. Fiberglass-reinforced Delrin handle with integrated stainless steel weights, brass cross-guard and 440C blade steel. The blade has on the one side a typical double conical dagger grind and on the other side a hollow grind. Delivery includes a Kydex sheath and a large Tek-Lok.

Specifications:

Steel: 440C
Blade length: 4.645“ inch / 118 mm
Total length: 8.976” inch / 228 mm
Handle length: 4.330" inch / 110 mm
Handle scales: FRP

Blade Thickness: 4.67 mm
Overall weight 170 gr.

German Böker Stag Full Tang Knife Savannah

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

* Again available at 30th Nov. 2022 *

Introduction:

The Boker Savannah Stag is a professional hunting and outdoor knife with a massive blade and elegant lines. The design by Armin Stütz, from the Austrian knife forge "Steirer Eisen", was developed in collaboration with professional rangers based on intensive experience in big game hunting in South Africa. The solid blade has an exceptional two-tone finish and is made of the cobalt-alloyed N690. This high performance steel can handle any cutting task, and the full tang design of this piece provides extraordinary strength and stability. The classic handle scales made of stag give the hand an excellent hold and provide a traditional look. For all friends of the probably most traditional of all handle materials of hunting knives stag still offers an unbroken fascination and enjoys extreme popularity. Stainless steel bolsters and a lanyard hole complete this high class knife. A reliable and powerful companion for all outdoor activities. With high quality leather sheath.

Specifications:

Steel: N690
Blade length: 4.566“ inch / 116 mm
Total length: 8.976” inch / 228 mm
Handle length: 4.409" inch / 112 mm
Handle scales: Stag Horn

Blade Thickness: 3.4 mm
Weight 184 gr.

Additional informations about "Steirer Eisen and "Armin Stütz":

The Austrian Armin Stütz began manufacturing knives in 1984 and founded the blacksmith Steirer Eisen in 1996. Since this time, knives and swords have been produced in pure manual work, initially, in particular, fixed knives, but for a number of years also increasingly folding knives for a wide range of applications. In the meantime, Steirer Eisen is Austria\'s largest blacksmith.

German Böker "Trio CPM" Folding Knife

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

Introduction:

The Boker Hunters Knife Trio continues to delight the traditionally oriented hunters. The classic scales made of stag give the Pocket knife an extraordinary charm. A special feature of knife scales made of stag is their individual shape. While wood handles differ mainly in their grain and color, scales made of stag are also characterized by their very specific surface structure, which makes each item a unique piece of art. The demand for premium steels with extreme edge-holding is also immense for hunting applications, with a traditional knife design generally given preference in this case. Starting immediately, our extensively field-tested Trio hunting classic is optionally also available with a powdered-metal primary blade made from CPM-CruWear with a Rockwell Hardness of 62-63 HRC. This extraordinarily wear-resistant blade steelgives woodsmen significantly longer use between resharpenings compared to traditional 440C. The original design of the Trio CPM was otherwise left intact, giving traditionally oriented hunters continued enjoyment. It also features a saw and corkscrew.

Specifications:

Steel: CPM-CruWear
Blade length: 3.503“ inch / 85 mm
Total length: 7.677” inch / 195 mm
Handle length: 4.330” inch / 110 mm
Handle scales: Stag Horn

Blade thickness: 3.5 mm
Overall weight 174 gr.

Additional steel informations:

CPM-CruWear is a tool steel with far better than average edge retention. With its chromium content of 7.5%, it is not a stainless steel but has shown to be relatively trouble-free in this respect. We use it in variations of our classic hunting pocketknives Trio and Quattro.