Mercator knives were created by the Otter brand in 1867 in Germany. Mercator is the Latin translation of the inventor' s name: Kaufmann ("merchant" in French). These pocket knives were the faithful allies ofGerman soldiers during the world wars. Later exported to the USA, they were famous in the Bronx district. And yes, gangsters have made their popularity soar!
Today, Mercator pocket knives are popular for all kinds of activities*, including hiking, camping, hunting and more.An Otter Mercator knife requires 40 manual operations! Only small quantities are produced, because quality is paramount. The advantage of hand-crafted production is that each piece is meticulously checked during the 40 steps. German quality means perfect finishes and a razor-sharp blade.
The blade of this Mercator 10726.R folding knife is made of 4034 stainless steel. Stainless steel protects your knife from corrosion. The quality of the cutting edge makes it a pleasure to use every day! What's more, the blade is easily resharpened with a sharpening gun or whetstone.
The 11cm handle is made of brass, a lightweight material with a very elegant color! The handle is engraved with the Otter brand logo. The Mercator is the very first knife to feature a folded metal handle. Like the Douk-Douk andHigonokami, the handle is thin and light. It is fitted with a clamp that allows you to add a cord for a more secure grip. The pump lock on the back of the handle locks the blade in the open position, preventing it from folding accidentally during use.
This Otter Mercator 10726.R knife in brass is a classy knife to collect or use every day!
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