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Disclaimer: This is not a scientific (some may say not even qualified) test of this product. I am giving my personal opinion only, not associated with any company or institution.
I do have a huge carving and pocket knife collection and spent many years as a 'knife carver'. This knife will be displacing the 'Boker Whittler' in my pocket.
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The 'Oar Carver Pocket Knife' arrived today very well packaged.
I was immediately impressed with the quality workmanship and thought that had gone into the design.
The overall appearance out-of -the-box was exceptional.
It has beautiful 'Jigged Black Cherry' scales, and well polished nickel-silver bolsters. Two well shaped and matched blades, one mounted at each end creating a well balanced feel.
The instructions which accompany the knife indicates the blades are made from 'High Carbon D2 steel' Included are recommendations for putting a useable edge on the blades.
Ignoring the instructions, I spent ten minutes producing a serviceable edge using my Burke sharpener. Of course being extremely careful not to damage the bolsters or kicks. Another five minutes was spent hand-finishing edges that would eventually cut or wear on my hands.
The blade shape is pleasing to the eye and the angle of the cutting edge to the knife centerline is nearly perfect.
I believe the jigged handle or my hand will break-in eventually. Right now, the edge is noticeable while carving.
The knife is comfortable to carry, although I will require a second knife for non-carving uses.
I have barely had an opportunity to carve with this knife, so I can not speak as to the edge holding ability.
I do have a huge carving and pocket knife collection and spent many years as a 'knife carver'. This knife will be displacing the 'Boker Whittler' in my pocket.
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The 'Oar Carver Pocket Knife' arrived today very well packaged.
I was immediately impressed with the quality workmanship and thought that had gone into the design.
The overall appearance out-of -the-box was exceptional.
It has beautiful 'Jigged Black Cherry' scales, and well polished nickel-silver bolsters. Two well shaped and matched blades, one mounted at each end creating a well balanced feel.
The instructions which accompany the knife indicates the blades are made from 'High Carbon D2 steel' Included are recommendations for putting a useable edge on the blades.
Ignoring the instructions, I spent ten minutes producing a serviceable edge using my Burke sharpener. Of course being extremely careful not to damage the bolsters or kicks. Another five minutes was spent hand-finishing edges that would eventually cut or wear on my hands.
The blade shape is pleasing to the eye and the angle of the cutting edge to the knife centerline is nearly perfect.
I believe the jigged handle or my hand will break-in eventually. Right now, the edge is noticeable while carving.
The knife is comfortable to carry, although I will require a second knife for non-carving uses.
I have barely had an opportunity to carve with this knife, so I can not speak as to the edge holding ability.
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