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GRAILER 1 DUTCH DESIGN AT I T S B E S T
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LANSKY POCKET SHARPENING SYSTEM
NICE TO MEE T
L E AT H E R M A N BL ACK , SILVER & DAMASCUS
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C U T T I N G M E AT A RAZOR-SHARP TUTORIAL
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3 GRAILER 1 Dutch design at its best. 4 OUTDOOR COOKING ‘Hot’ and happening. 18 FENIX UC52 A hulk wearing a slim-fit jacket. PRODUCT
Ah the first magazine of 2018, we love it! We celebrate the start of spring with outdoor cooking. Cooking whenever and wherever you like. With stoves and Dutch ovens, tripods or fire bowls. You name it, we got it. But there is more. The Grailer 1, for instance. Our very own pocket knife! We couldn’t be more proud, see page 3. And what about a mandoline slicer, sharpening systems, axes, pocket knives, carving knives, pruning shears or Bear Grylls? It’s all in here. We also explain why our small pair of Eden binoculars is so popular. Last but not least, it is up to you: we challenge you to test the sharpness of your own knives. How? Finish this magazine first! Unfortunately, we missed the joyous occasion of you opening your order. We hope you were unable to suppress a small hurrah when you saw the product you ordered for the first time. Bringing a smile to your face with these quality products and seeing you excited to start working with them. That is why we do it.
6 DE BUYER Ultra Revolution mandoline slicer. 15 LANSKY Pocket sharpening system. SERIE
7 GERBER BEAR GRYLLS Survival gear.
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9 L E C R E U S E T G R I L L PA N S Earn your stripes. 10 WÜSTHOF CLASSIC Classic kitchen knives. GEAR
8 S I L K Y & O K AT S U N E G A R D E N E S S E N T I A L S Everything you need for the perfect garden. NICE TO MEE T
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L E AT H E R M A N Black, Silver & Damascus.
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EDEN HD 8X32 In good company. GUIDE
14 S U R V I VA L K N I F E What do you need to pay attention to. 17 C U T T I N G M E AT A razor-sharp tutorial. F AV O R I E T
16 FORGE DE LAGUIOLE LOG Philippe Starck steak knives. TEST IT YOURSELF
19 SHARPNESS TEST How sharp is your knife?
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Dutch design is hip and happening. It is, however, a shame you don’t often run into those Dutch designs. Until today! We present to you: the Grailer 1, designed by Dirk de Wit.
GRAILER 1 Dirk has been making top-quality pocket knives for over 20 years. He has a loyal fan base and a very long waiting list. Dirk is as crazy about knives as we are and often visits us during which we admire his creations. One day, however, we made a bold move and asked Dirk to design us a production knife. An exclusive knife, yet still available to the knife enthusiast and collector. Our very own Holy ‘Grail knife’. To produce this knife we decided to cooperate with one of Europe’s leading manufacturers: LionSteel. Together we developed the Grailer 1. An EDC pocket knife with a titanium handle and a blade made from M390 steel. Enhanced with ingenious little gimmicks and clever design elements. Want to learn more about this unique knife? Check out the Grailer 1 on our website.
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Outdoor cooking is hip. Rediscover the magic of cooking over an open flame and enjoy the atmosphere and warmth of a wood burning fire with family and friends.
Outdoor cooking ‘Hot’ and Happening
With the new outdoor cooking products from Knivesandtools it has never been so easy! Become one with nature and prepare the most delicious meals wherever you are. You will wish the nights could last forever. With brands such as Anevay, Envirofit, Kelly Kettle and Valhal we have got everything to turn outdoor cooking into an unforgettable experience. From Stoves to kettles. From fire bowls to BBQ’s for on the road and wood burning stoves for in your tent. The possibilities are endless. Feel like you are on holiday every day of the year with a Rocket Stove or a Dutch oven hanging from a tripod. Use them in your garden, during an outing in the woods or, like us, in the park. Take care of some fuel and let’s get cooking!
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ULTRA REVOLUTION The French brand de Buyer is mostly known for its amazing pans. But did you know they also produce stunning mandoline slicers? This versatile Ultra Revolution, for instance, which turns preparing food into a true art form. The name definitely leads to high expectations. Expectations that are effortlessly met. Not only because of the ingenious system for cutting cubes and diamonds. How it works? Place the vegetable underneath the pusher, cut it into strips, choose the right setting and cut the vegetables again. And there you have it: perfect cubes or diamonds. As you may expect from de Buyer, the mandolin has a solid construction. The steel frame is decent and easy to clean. The plastic box underneath the mandoline is a clever feature. Inside you will find three additional blades, for julienne of 2, 4 or 10 mm. All the more reason to vary when you cut your vegetables. What it comes down to is this. This de Buyer Ultra Revolution mandoline is a practical kitchen tool that will be the perfect addition to any professional kitchen. Whether you want to cut slices, wafers, cubes, strips or squares: it can do it all. The only thing you are limited by is your own imagination.
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GERBER BEAR GRYLLS SURVIVAL GEAR ‘Survival can be summed up in three words – never give up. That’s the heart of it really.’ That is how, according to Bear Grylls, you survive the most dangerous situations. Wherever you are.
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ecause we often see him on television we tend to forget that Bear Grylls has built an impressive survival career over the years. He was the youngest to climb Mt. Everest and served with the SAS for years, an elite unit of the British army. Here he took part in intensive training programs and gained a lot of practical experience. After serving with this elite unit Bear Grylls kept himself busy as he led an expedition across the Arctic Ocean in an inflatable boat and sailed alongside the British islands on a jet ski for charity. But that is not all! Today he is working on a new TV series and plans to open a theme park in the UK! In cooperation with Gerber, Bear Grylls has designed an awesome collection of survival products. Knives, axes, machetes, fire starters and multi-tools: you name it and Bear Grylls has made a version of it. With great prices and therefore available to all. But more importantly, always useful whenever you need them. Get out there and face your fears with Gerber Bear Grylls.
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Survival can be summed up in three words – never give up. That’s the heart of it really.
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SILKY & OKATSUNE GARDEN ESSENTIALS In Japan they know their way around razor-sharp cutting tools. Silky and Okatsune have everything you could possible need for the perfect garden. Meet these amazing saws and shears.
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OKATSUNE 217 HEDGE SHEARS
SILKY ZÜBAT PROFESSIONAL PRUNING SAW 330-7.5
OKATSUNE 103 PRUNING SHEARS
SILKY GOMBOY 210-10 MEDIUM
Razor-sharp and userfriendly hedge shears for perfect control. With it your hedges will be in great shape in no time.
Saw like a professional with this incredibly fast Zübat pruning saw. The slight curve takes care of additional traction.
The masters of bonsai know everything about the best pruning shears. This one is made from Japanese katana steel.
Perhaps the most popular folding saw at the moment. It saws quickly and can easily be stored. Perfect for garden maintenance and bushcraft.
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Almost a century worth of confidence in cast-iron cookware.. Ever since 1925 Le Creuset has won the hearts of cooking enthusiasts throughout the world with unparalleled quality, sustainability and remarkable designs. The same applies to these cast-iron grill pans.
Le Creuset grill pans Earn your stripes Grilling is, honestly, the best (and most easy) way of preparing a wonderful piece of meat. It is also a very healthy way of cooking. The ribbed surface of the pan ensures that the meat is immediately seared. The ultra-high ridges are what make this Le Creuset pan so unique. Excess fat is quickly drained and will therefore not seep into the meat. But that is, of course, not all. Cast-iron evenly distributes the heat and properly retains it. The pan is great on all cooking hobs and the two unique pouring spouts and the helper handle make this pan easy to use. Make your dish even more delicious and healthier with a piece of grilled meat, without added fats but with the best possible flavour. Or make a delicious dessert with grilled peaches or other types of fruit. Whatever type of food you choose, each dish will become a three-star-meal with Le Creuset.
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Wüsthof has been producing stunning kitchen knives since 1814 in the German city of Solingen. All with the same Wüsthof quality, but each with unique characteristics. Because of the broad range any (amateur) chef will find the perfect companion in Wüsthof.
Wüsthof Classic CLASSIC KITCHEN KNIVES
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he most popular collection is the Classic. The iconic design is famous worldwide and favoured. The blade is completely forged from one piece of German quality steel and hardened up to 58° Rockwell. As such each knife is incredibly sharp and can easily be sharpened. In addition, the knives feel great in hand and are perfectly balanced because of the entire crop. The same crop also protects your hand when you are using the knife. The two handles are made from black polypropylene and seamlessly mounted together using three rivets. For that classic look and feel.
The iconic design is famous worldwide and favoured. The Classic is, with over 80 different knives, one of the most complete series. From a chef’s knife, santoku or carving knife to unique models such as nakiri, kitchen surfer and chai dao. Comprise your own or choose a complete knife set.
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HULTAFORS PREMIUM AXES The king is dead, long live the king! Hultafors is saying goodbye to its Classic line and is welcoming eight new axes called Premium. We have decided to introduce you to three.
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HULTAFORS QVARFOT FELLING AXE
HULTAFORS HULTÅN TREKKING AXE
HULTAFORS ÅBY FOREST AXE
A classic felling axe, with a long handle for more strength with every blow. Definitely something you shouldn’t underestimate when cleaving and processing wood.
Chopping firewood will become a piece of cake with the Hultån axe. For this reason this trekking axe is the perfect traveling companion.
A true all-rounder, this Åby. Enhanced with a straight cutting edge and a small cut-out, practical for the precise tasks. Is also great at splitting wood.
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Many people believe the compact Eden HD 8x32 is the best compromise between quality, user-friendliness and price. We will tell you why.
EDEN HD 8X32 A true all-rounder, for experts a wonderful pair for on the side.
Its strength is its field of view: at least 131 meters at 1000, the broadest of all our Eden bins. It will enable you to have a great overview, something you can’t say of all small pairs of binoculars. It enlarges 8x; enough to spot, but not too much: the image remains calm. The diameter of the front lens is 32 mm. The result is a twilight factor of 16. You can forget the number but remember that this pair, in comparison to the real small pairs, also functions when there is less light. The Eden HD 8x32 is not only versatile, it is also solidly constructed. It can definitely handle its own, is water-resistant, comes with a bag and carrier belt and with a 25 year warrantee. Because of its user-friendliness it is a true all-rounder. For the experts amongst us it is a wonderful pair for on the side. Want to learn more? Check out our website. Here you can also read what others think of this pair. We are, after all, not the only ones who are so excited!
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LEATHERMAN Black & Silver: a rock-solid combination. Chic and elegant. Bold and stylish. Combine that with damasteel and you end up with exclusive and limited. Meet Leatherman!
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LEATHERMAN WAVE BLACK & SILVER
The beauty and the beast: the Surge Black & Silver. A large heavy-duty tool with an elegant design. Almost too good to use, but don’t let that stop you, we said almost!
Incredibly light-weight, incredibly practical. This limited edition has been enhanced with a blade made from Swedish damasteel. Not only stunning to look at, also really good!
What is there left to say about the Wave? By far this is the most popular multi-tool ever. Now even more amazing in black and silver.
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A survival knife is a robust and versatile, fixed knife you can rely on regardless of the circumstances. What do you need to pay attention to when purchasing one? There are many choices in terms of steel, handles and weight. More importantly: what do you want to be prepared for?
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SURVIVAL KNIFE THE ZERO-COMPROMISE KNIFE
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Prefer the bodyguard type? If you do you end up in the outdoor knife category. ESEE definitely knows what to do with that. No fuss, but a full-tang blade made from strong and coated carbon steel. Guys like these fulfil their duty with brute force. Approved!
Not too heavy to carry around, a handle that offers enough grip regardless of the weather and steel that can hold its own without asking for too much maintenance. This F1 is the perfect compromise between strength and ease. As such it is a part of the basic equipment of Swedish air force pilots. Smart!
A FRIEND TO ALL Reality check: you haven’t come across that many bears lately but are in need of a little more power than what a pocket knife can give you? For not that much money you will have gained a reliable friend. Take this Bushcraft Black for instance. Handy, but large enough for the heavy-duty tasks. Solid and no-nonsense.
So what’s next? On to the big unknown! But first check out our website to learn more about these great knives and read user reviews. One thing is for sure: once you own that survival knife you will never ask for anything more…
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POCKET SHARPENING SYSTEM The American brand Lansky has been developing innovative and user-friendly sharpening systems for over 35 years. Systems that allow anyone to sharpen their knives and tools using the right angle. At home and on the road. The Lansky Turn Box is a great example of an improved pocket sharpening system. Easy to use and compact enough to store in your kitchen drawer. And because of its weight also perfect to carry around in your backpack. The Turn Box is very complete and comes with four ceramic sharpening steels. Two with a medium grit and two with a fine grit. On top of the base you will find pre-drilled holes with two fixed sharpening angles: 20° and 25°. Place one of the sharpening steels inside the wooden base and move the edge of the knife alongside it. It doesn’t get any easier than that. This system enables you to sharpen your knives while always using a constant angle for optimal results. Kitchen, pocket and outdoor knives: the Lansky Turn Box will leave you with the perfect edge. Always!
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For its 25th anniversary Forge de Laguiole has introduced a set of six steak knives. Designed by French top designer Philippe Starck. As enthusiast and collector I immediately fell in love with them.
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FORGE DE LAGUIOLE LOG PHILIPPE STARCK STEAK KNIVES
Whether consciously or unconsciously everyone has used one of Philippe Starck’s designs. Maybe it was the chair in your favourite café, the famous spider-shaped juicer or perhaps these stunning steak knives. The timeless design of these knives immediately spoke to me. Each knife is forged from one piece of stainless steel and feels great in hand. Add the subtle lines and you have everything you need to fall madly in love. The best France has to offer when it comes to knives and design come together in these kitchen knives. For me it is the perfect set to add to the dinner table when I have friends or family over for dinner. Let’s see if my cooking skills will get me the same compliments as these steak knives…
JASPER LOGISTICAL ALL- ROUNDER Jasper makes sure that everything in terms of logistics works. Can also, quite often, be found joy-riding on our electric pallet jack.
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There are different types of knives you can use to cut meat. The size, shape and flexibility of the blade and cutting edge determine the function of the knife. We have listed the different types of knives and their most important functions.
Cutting meat.
But with which knife? CHOPPING KNIFE
A chopping knife is a robust knife with a wide, rectangular blade that is slightly thicker than a regular kitchen knife. The blade is less sharp because you use it to chop instead of cut. Use a chopping knife to cut through bones or cartilage.
Wüsthof Chopping knife
BONING KNIFE
The blade of a boning knife is lean and has a smooth edge with a sharp point. With a length between 14 and 16 cm you can cut using short strokes. This makes the knife perfect for removing raw meat from bones, skinning and removing tendons and fat. CARVING KNIFE
The carving knife has a long, narrow and inflexible blade with a fine edge. Great for cutting large pieces of meat such as a roast or roulade. When cutting use the entire length of the blade and cut through in one go.
Zwilling Four Star Boning knife
HAM KNIFE
The shape of a ham knife blade is striking. Long, narrow, flexible, and with a rounded tip. Sometimes with dimples. These dimples ensure that air comes in between the ham and the blade to make sure the slices won’t stick to the surface. Because of the remarkable shape this knife is perfect for slicing ham, salmon or carpaccio.
Wüsthof Classic Ham knife
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KAI Wasabi Carving knife
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With the new Fenix UC52 flashlight you will see more. It is, after all, not only incredibly powerful, it has an OLED-display that will help you learn more about the light modes and remaining battery life.
FENIX UC52 With 3100 ANSI lumens the UC52 can only be considered as a hulk wearing a slim-fit jacket. But there is more: in the lowest mode it will function at least 82 hours! With a length of only 15.3 cm it is small enough to fit inside your coat pocket, but large enough to have sufficient grip. Running out of battery? Simply charge it by using the micro-USB cable. Incredibly convenient. This powerful torch surpasses all expectations in terms of light output, controls and user-friendliness. Whether you are looking for a light for when walking your dog or during hiking trips in the mountains: with the Fenix UC52 you will never be left in the dark!
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HOW SHARP IS YOUR KNIFE ? TEST IT YOURSELF
Keep this page in one hand and use the other to cut alongside the dotted line. Start at the back of the edge and pull the knife through the paper to test the entire length of the edge.
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Are you successful in cutting off step one? If so your knife is sharp enough for everyday use.
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The wobbly line of step two might be a little tricky, but if your knife is really sharp you will be able to get through it.
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A round on the house! If you can manage to make a circle with only one move you are dealing with a razor-sharp knife.
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