Knife specifications: \u201cNorthern Heritage\u201d
\nSteel: VG10 Japanese forged stainless steel
\nHardness: HRC 60\u201361
\nBlade length (mm): 190 \/ 7.48 inches
\nBlade thickness (mm): 2.5 \/ 0.984 inches
\nBlade width (mm): 49 \/ 1.93 inches
\nHandle: Black walnut and elk antler
\nTotal length (mm): 310 \/ 12.21 inches
\nKnife type: kitchen knife
\nPackage contents: knife, leather sheath<\/p>\n
This \u201cNorthern Heritage\u201d knife is handcrafted, combining high-quality Japanese steel, natural materials from Latvia, and the craftsmanship of a master artisan. Each material has been selected with special care to ensure that the knife is not only a practical and sharp tool, but also a unique object with its own character and history. <\/p>\n
The knife blade is made of VG10 Japanese stainless steel<\/strong>, which is widely recognized for its use in the manufacture of high-quality knives. VG10 is valued for its good balance of hardness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance. When properly heat-treated, VG10 produces an extremely sharp cutting edge and maintains its cutting performance over the long term. <\/p>\n This makes the knife ideal for users who value not only its appearance but also its high-quality cutting performance.<\/p>\n The dark portion of the knife\u2019s handle is made from a<\/strong> special type of black oak that has lain in the bed of the Gauja River for more than 1,000 years<\/strong>. Its prolonged exposure to water and sediment has given the oak its characteristic dark hue and unique wood grain. <\/p>\n Each piece of wood is different, which is why the pattern on each knife handle is unique.<\/p>\n The handles are accented with light-colored Latvian elk antler<\/strong>, whose natural grain creates an elegant contrast with the dark black oak. The combination of these two natural materials gives the knife a distinctly Nordic character that is characteristic of Latvia\u2019s natural landscape. <\/p>\n The knife and its components are carefully crafted and finished by hand. The structure, tone, and grain of the natural materials may vary slightly from one piece to another\u2014which is precisely why each knife is unique<\/strong>. <\/p>\n The set is complemented by an exclusive, thick natural leather sheath<\/strong>, crafted specifically for this knife. The sturdy leather, high-quality stitching, and classic finish ensure safe storage of the knife and complement the overall character of the Prestige collection. <\/p>\n Includes:<\/strong> a VG10 steel knife with a handcrafted black ash and Latvian elk antler handle, as well as an exclusive thick natural leather sheath.<\/p>\n AAKnives Prestige “Northern Heritage” knife\u2014Japanese steel, Latvian nature, and more than a thousand years of history, all in one knife.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" AAKnives Prestige “Northern Heritage” knife\u2014Japanese steel, Latvian nature, and more than a thousand years of history, all in one knife.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":114019,"template":"","meta":{"_themeisle_gutenberg_block_has_review":false},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[148,1385],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-111358","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-kitchen-knives","product_cat-prestige-collection-en","first","instock","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"yoast_head":"\nThe Gauja black soil, dating back more than 1,000 years<\/h3>\n
Handmade<\/h3>\n