Boker Solingen Barlow Prime Castle Burg Limited Ancient Oak Acid Washed O1 Slip Joint 113942

Model: BO-113942
Manufacturer: Boker
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Boker's corporate history can be traced back to 1674, when the tree was first entered as the company's trade symbol for tools and is closely connected to the Bergisches Land and its iconic landmark, Castle Burg. In an act of historic preservation Boker has taken ancient solid oak planks being removed as part of an historic restoration and skillfully turned them into handle scales that can are being used in a limited series of Boker Schloss Burg traditional slip joint folder. In addition to the Oak scales, the Burg Castle (Schloss Burg) knives also feature brass liners and blades made from acid washed O1 carbon steel. These pieces are produced in limited edition runs of 1133 pieces worldwide, the year of completion of the castle.

This Castle Burg Barlow Prime is a new pattern from Boker with short nickel silver bolsters, an acid washed O1 tool steel, drop point blade and Oak handles with Boker Tree shield.

Brand new, direct from Boker Knives, Solingen Germany.

Blade: The iconic Barlow clip point is replaced with a utilitarian drop point blade executed in Acid Washed and tumbled O1 carbon tool steel with a tradition long pull and snappy, half-stop slip joint operation. The full flat grind makes this a very functional and utilitarian blade for users while collectors will be pleased with the visual appeal of the acid wash which also helps protect against harmful corrosion. Slim and sleek, the Barlow is an excellent collectors' piece or functional dress carry option.

Handle: Mounted to brass liners with stainless steel pins you'll find the Barlow Prime pattern delivered with modern, short bright nickel silver bolsters, sleek and smooth, contrasting the rugged, Ancient Oak scales. The front scale is embellished with the Boker Tree Brand Shield. A stainless steel back spring delivers smooth yet snappy operation. Ancient solid oak is dense and weather resistant with a warm in hand feel and plenty of character.

O1 Tool Steel: Popular as a forging steel O1 tool steel is used by custom and production makers alike. Good edge stability, wear resistance, and toughness, O1 can reach 65HRC and works well with refined edge at high hardness for smaller knives.

Specifications

Specifications
Overall Length 6.19"
Blade Length 2.75"
Sharpened Length 2.44"
Blade Thickness 0.10"
Blade Material O1
Blade Type Carbon
Closed Length 3.45"
Handle Thickness 0.44"
Handle Material Wood
Bolster(s) Nickel Silver
Liner(s) Brass
Weight 1.80 oz.
Country of Manufacture Germany