Knife Specifications: Prestige “Black Oak” Knife
\nBlade Material: Damascus steel
\nBlade Hardness: 60\u201362 HRC
\nBlade Length (mm): 98
\nBlade Thickness (mm): 3.2
\nWidest point of the blade (mm): 32
\nTotal length (mm): 224
\nHandle material: Melnozols, deer antler
\nPackage contents: knife, leather sheath<\/p>\n
BLACK OAK<\/strong> is an exclusive, handcrafted AAKnives knife that combines two materials, each with its own unique pattern and history\u2014 Damascus steel and Gauja black soil dating back more than 1,000 years<\/strong>. This is a knife whose value lies not only in its functionality, but also in the origin of its materials, the craftsmanship of the master, and the story it carries with it. <\/p>\n The knife handle is made from a<\/strong> special type of black ash obtained from the Gauja\u2014Latvia\u2019s longest river<\/strong>. This wood is more than 1,000 years old<\/strong> and has lain in the riverbed for a long time, protected from the usual processes of wood decay. <\/p>\n Centuries of interaction between the oak tree, water, and river sediments have gradually altered the wood\u2019s color and character, creating the deep, dark tones characteristic of black oak. Each piece is unique\u2014it retains the wood\u2019s natural texture, color transitions, and grain pattern. <\/p>\n In this knife, black soil is not just the material used for the handle. This is a small fragment of Latvia\u2019s natural history that has been preserved in the Gauja Riverbed for more than a thousand years and has now been given new life in the hands of a master craftsman.<\/strong><\/p>\n The BLACK OAK blade is made of Damascus steel<\/strong>, which is characterized by its distinctive, wavy layered pattern. This pattern is created by joining and forging layers of different steels during the forging process. <\/p>\n That is precisely why the Damascus blade is not just a functional part of the knife\u2014its surface is unique in and of itself. The lines and their arrangement are slightly different on each blade<\/strong>, giving every BLACK OAK knife its own individual character.<\/p>\n A properly crafted and sharpened Damascus steel blade ensures excellent cutting performance and a sharp cutting edge. To preserve the steel\u2019s appearance and properties, it is recommended to clean the blade after use, dry it thoroughly, and periodically treat it with protective oil. <\/p>\n The dark Gauja black soil, more than a thousand years old, contrasts beautifully with the light-colored natural material elements on the front of the handle and the metal spacers. Together with the Damascus steel pattern, this creates a understated, masculine, and at the same time sophisticated knife design. <\/p>\n The set is complemented by a handcrafted natural leather sheath<\/strong>, whose decorative lacing and natural material details reflect the knife\u2019s authentic character. The sheath protects the knife and, at the same time, is an integral part of the overall design. <\/p>\n BLACK OAK is not just a handcrafted knife.<\/strong> The handle carries on the history of Gauja black soil, which dates back more than 1,000 years, while the Damascus steel blade showcases the character of traditional forging and gives each knife a unique appearance.<\/p>\n This is a knife for someone who appreciates natural materials, Latvian origins, traditional craftsmanship, and items with a genuine story<\/strong> behind them.<\/p>\n AAKnives BLACK OAK \u2013 Gauja black soil dating back more than 1,000 years. Damascus steel. Handcrafted. One knife \u2013 one unique story. <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Gauja black soil dating back more than 1,000 years. Damascus steel. Handcrafted. One knife\u2014one unique story. <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":114211,"template":"","meta":{"_themeisle_gutenberg_block_has_review":false},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[1385],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-114204","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","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
Damascus steel\u2014each blade has its own pattern<\/h3>\n
Natural materials and handcrafted by a master artisan<\/h3>\n
A knife with a history dating back more than a thousand years<\/h3>\n