Sunday, December 11, 2011

unboxing the new ray mears swc bushcraft knife


After years of using knives unfit for Bushcraft use, Ray Mears put the finishing touches to his very own design in 1990. That design became the Woodlore Knife, a now-legendary tool in its field. The Ray Mears Bushcraft Knife, with a blade made to almost identical specifications as the original Woodlore Knife, is an exceptional and beautiful tool in its own right. Hand-made from start to finish by the revered British knife maker Stephen Wade Cox, the care and experience that goes into each knife is undeniable. Expertly crafted from O1 High Carbon Tool Steel, the full, mildly-tapered-tang blade features a flat Scandinavian-style bevel. This type of steel is remarkably strong and sharpens to a very fine edge. The blade bears the distinct Ray Mears Bushcraft logo on one side, while the maker's initials are engraved on the reverse. In the spirit of recycling, the handle is made from reclaimed Iroko wood; salvaged from an old church, the wood dates back around 300 years. A hardwood from tropical Africa, Iroko is typically used to make boats and furniture as it is very durable and needs little treatment when used outdoors. Initially a yellow-coloured wood, it darkens over time to the rich brown that can be seen on our handles. The dimensions of the handle were deliberated over in great detail in order to find the perfect balance between comfort and function. Ultimately, a style akin to that of our Wilkinson Sword models was chosen, which is slightly slimmer to those featured on ...

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