131mm - 140mm

German Böker Eight-Eight (8-8) Flak Damascus Collector's Dagger

- Made in Solingen / Germany -

Introduction:

Boker presents its first military-historical artillery project with the Eight-Eight (8-8) Flak Damascus collector's dagger. The 8.8 cm Flak (short for anti-aircraft gun) is considered by many connoisseurs to be the best and undisputedly most versatile gun of the Second World War. Originally developed for anti-aircraft defence, the Eight-Eight (8-8) established its legendary reputation above all in ground combat.

While anti-tank guns with 3.7 cm to a maximum of 7.5 cm were notoriously under-calibrated for the contemporary armour, anti-aircraft guns regularly had relatively large barrel diameters. It quickly became apparent that only the eight-eight was capable of reliably penetrating the armour of the heavy British Matilda II tank or the Soviet T-34, for example, and above all at greater distances of up to 2,000 metres. The pre-requisite for this was that the barrel of the 8.8 cm anti-aircraft gun could be swivelled to a negative angle of inclination - absolutely untypical for an anti-aircraft gun. This made it possible to lower the barrel below the horizontal plane in order to engage ground targets. The gun could also be swivelled 360° around its vertical axis on a column mount with four cross-shaped outriggers. Another advantage of the eight-eight (8-8) was its speed. On the one hand, this resulted from the short time in which the cross mount could be mounted and dismounted, and the gun could therefore be moved. Another was the high rate of fire. As a semi-automatic cannon with a decelerated barrel recoil, the breech was opened after each shot, the percussion piece cocked, and the empty cartridge ejected. A well-trained operating crew, usually consisting of 9 soldiers, could fire up to 20 rounds per minute. As a result, the German anti-aircraft soldiers were able to shoot down 9 out of 1,000 incoming aircraft.

This figure seems soberingly small, but it is still considered to be the highest firing rate of an anti-aircraft gun in the history of war. The 8.8 cm anti-aircraft gun also played a significant role in the legendary reputation of another weapon of the Second World War, which Boker has already used in a Damascus collector's knife. As the main armament, it was installed in the turret of the VI tank, better known as the Tiger. Proven through this use, it later also became the gun of the Nashorn (Rhino) tank destroyer.

The Eight-Eight (8-8) Flak Damascus project has been realised as a fulyl-fledged dagger with a medieval look. The centrepiece is the slender but massive 18.1 cm long blade forged from parts of the 8.8 cm Flak. The handle scroll is turned from a piece of domestically stabilised hornbeam with 16 jimpings. On closer inspection, the radii and proportions of the 5 mm thick stainless steel parrying piece discreetly form the outline of the cross-guard with side extensions folded up for transport. The silhouette of the folded-out mount is indicated on the base of the solid stainless steel end knob. The dagger is fitted with a dark brown leather sheath with a belt loop and localised reinforcement. Supplied with an elegant storage box, certificate of authenticity and a individual serial number.

Specifications:

Steel: Damascus (see description)
Blade length: 7.204“ inch / 183 mm 
Total length: 12.598” inch / 320 mm
Handle length: 5.393" inch / 137 mm
Handle scales: Iron Wood

Blade Thickness: 6.1 mm
Overall weight 292 gr.

Muela LUPUS-25DAM.C Damascus Luxury Collectors Knife

- Handcrafted by Muela in Spain –

"Damascus steel” of 576 layers.

Introduction:

Here we offer you a real jewel from the knife manufacture Muela for sale.
This is the model "Lupus", which was manufactured exclusively from the finest materials. The breathtaking beauty of this collector's knife can hardly be surpassed, because the harmonious and double-edged blade shape speaks for itself. The handle is made of finest and specially selected staghorn in combination with finest rose wood. The guard element and the grip pommel (wild boar) are made of brass and complete the overall impression of this luxury knife.

Muela's philosophy about their luxury knives:

Without a doubt, among "Manufactures Muela's production, Luxury knives occupy a very special position. Knives for which exclusive designs combine precious metals and woods with exceptional craftmanship. Embossed silver, etchings and enamels, added to various luxury elements, make of this series a superb example of authentic tradition and artisanship of our knives, even including hand-forged Damascus steel blades meeting the undeniable quality standards of the "Knives as jewels" concept and manufactured for these Muela products for many years. Naturally, each individual knife comes in its own specific high quality sheath, in a special presentation box, and accompanied with a certificate accrediting its limited production.

So, this super beautiful Muela hunting knife comes with nice storage box with Muela certification.

Please note:

This Muela luxury collector's knife is made especially for you by Muela after your order. Therefore there is a short waiting time of 15 business days until we are able to ship your order.

Steel quality informations about that superb luxury collectors knife:

Carbon Damascus Steel Blade

“Damascus steel” of 576 layers forged by hand following ancient techniques.

Specifications:

Steel: Carbon Damascus Steel Blade
Blade length: 9.842” inch / 250 mm
Total length: 15.354” inch /  390 mm
Handle length: 5.511” inch / 140 mm
Handle scales: Stag & Rose Wood
Knife weight: 530 gr.

Muela Magnum-23DAM.C Damascus Collectors Knife

- Handcrafted by Muela in Spain –

"Damascus steel” of 576 layers.

Introduction:

Here we offer you a real jewel from the knife manufacture Muela for sale.
This is the model "Magnum", which was manufactured exclusively from the finest materials. The breathtaking beauty of this collector's knife can hardly be surpassed, because the harmonious and beautiful bowie blade speaks for itself. The handle is made of finest and specially selected staghorn in combination with finest rose wood. The guard element and the grip pommel (wild boar) are made of brass and complete the overall impression of this luxury knife.

Muela's philosophy about their luxury knives:

Without a doubt, among "Manufactures Muela's production, Luxury knives occupy a very special position. Knives for which exclusive designs combine precious metals and woods with exceptional craftmanship. Embossed silver, etchings and enamels, added to various luxury elements, make of this series a superb example of authentic tradition and artisanship of our knives, even including hand-forged Damascus steel blades meeting the undeniable quality standards of the "Knives as jewels" concept and manufactured for these Muela products for many years. Naturally, each individual knife comes in its own specific high quality sheath, in a special presentation box, and accompanied with a certificate accrediting its limited production.

So, this super beautiful Muela hunting knife comes with nice storage box with Muela certification.

Steel quality informations about that superb luxury collectors knife:

Carbon Damascus Steel Blade

“Damascus steel” of 576 layers forged by hand following ancient techniques.

Specifications:

Steel: Carbon Damascus Steel Blade
Blade length: 9.055” inch / 230 mm
Total length: 14.566” inch /  390 mm
Handle length: 5.511” inch / 140 mm
Handle scales: Stag & Rose Wood
Knife weight: 445 gr.