Heat-treated in a salt bath for a hardness of approx. 61 Rockwell.
Hardened over the entire usable length of the blade.
Polished, groove-free surface for smooth cutting and easy plunging.
Blade with side bevels to facilitate work close to the edge.
For a razor-sharp finish, the cutting edge should be honed before first use.Blades should be wiped with an oil cloth after use to prevent corrosion.
The hornbeam handle is flattened to prevent the tool from rolling off the table.The clamp on the striking knob guarantees long-lasting enjoyment of the tool.
The wooden handle comes with an oil finish for a pleasant feel (not varnished!).
For hard woods, we recommend grinding a cutting edge angle of 28 - 30°.
