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Knife Gadfly Damascus stone Karelian birch
Knife Gadfly Damascus stone Karelian birch
- Blade steel tipeDamascus
- Материал рукоятиКарельская береза
- Lengtn blade (os)142 mm
- Witdth blade (os)28 mm
- Толщина клинка2.4 mm
- Lengtn handle (os) 130 mm
- Hardness (HRC)62
- Product weight, gram150
- SheathLeather
- КонструкцияФиксированные
- Форма клинкаNormal Blade
Technical features and materials
This knife is made using Damascus steel, which provides it with exceptional strength, expressive texture on the blade and high hardness at 62 HRC. This hardness allows the blade to remain sharp for a long time and withstand intense cutting loads. The blade thickness of 2.4 mm and its length of 142 mm are perfectly balanced: they create a versatile tool for precise work and confident cutting.
The handle is made of Karelian birch, a rare and premium material that is valued for its natural beauty, unique wood pattern and outstanding ergonomics. The tree has a pleasant tactility, and its hand-made processing emphasizes the individuality of each specimen.
The classic shape of the Normal Blade makes the knife versatile: it allows you to perform a wide range of work — from precise cuts to planing and cutting food in the field. The leather scabbard guarantees the safety of the product and emphasizes its status
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Scope of application and optimal tasks
The Gadfly knife is ideal for hiking, hiking, hunting, fishing and camping — it perfectly copes with cutting food, planing, preparing kindling, small woodwork, skinning and performing household tasks in nature.
Due to the strength of the Damascus steel and the sharp cutting edge, the knife is suitable for collectors who appreciate not only aesthetics, but also the functionality of the product.
Advantages and limitations
- Advantages:
- High hardness of the blade (62 HRC) — keeps sharpness for a long time, allows you to work with hard and fibrous materials.
- Damascus steel is a unique pattern, increased wear resistance, and aesthetic individuality of each knife.
- Karelian birch in the handle is not only a premium appearance, but also a pleasant "living" surface that does not slip even in wet hands.
- The universal shape of the Normal Blade blade is suitable for both cutting and planing.
- Compact size and well—balanced length - it is easy to operate and does not cause inconvenience in wearing.
- Limitations:
- Damascus steel is less resistant to corrosion compared to stainless steels. It is not recommended for permanent use in a humid environment without proper care.
- The wooden handle requires special care during prolonged contact with moisture, otherwise it may lose its appearance over time.
- The blade thickness of 2.4 mm is not ideal for heavy work like chopping bones or heavy batoning — the knife is not designed to work on very hard materials with extreme loads.
Grip convenience and maintenance features
The Karelian birch handle ensures a confident and comfortable hold of the knife even in wet or frozen hands, and also eliminates slipping during prolonged operation. Due to the balance between the length of the blade and the handle, the knife fits perfectly in the palm of your hand and is suitable for one-handed manipulation.
Damascus steel retains its sharpness longer than conventional steels, however, to maintain a pristine cutting edge, it is recommended to use high-quality abrasives and avoid blunting. After use in wet conditions, the blade must be thoroughly wiped dry, oiled and stored in a dry place. It is advisable to periodically impregnate the handle with a special oil for wood in order to preserve its structure and color.
Conclusion and recommendations
This knife is the choice for handmade connoisseurs, aesthetes and practitioners who value the reliability, sharpness and status of the product. It is ideal for tourists, hunters, fishermen, collectors and anyone who is looking for a universal tool for nature and everyday life with an emphasis on premium materials — Damascus steel and Karelian birch. It is not recommended for professional bone cutting tasks and prolonged work in an aggressively humid environment.
Regular maintenance of steel and wood will preserve the beauty and functionality of the knife for many years, emphasizing the individuality of your tool.