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KAI SEKI MAGOROKU REDWOOD
BRANDED
ESEE KNIVES BORN IN THE AMAZON JUNGLE
REVIEW
BÖKER STRAIGHT RAZORS
GUIDE
KITCHEN KNIVES THESE KNIVES ARE INDISPENSABLE
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OFF GRID But not offline.
4 LIONSTEEL SR22 Must-have for the knife enthusiast. 15 B U C K 1 1 0 P R O & 1 1 0 LT The classics enhanced with a new wardrobe. SERIE
Magazine #2 of 2018: yes! Filled with amazing brands and products. You will read more about the story behind ESEE Knives, which knives are absolutely indispensable in your kitchen and what – in addition to our magazine – you shouldn’t forget to take with you when you go on holiday. But there is more! We will tell you more about Japanese kitchen knives, sharpening in the field and non-tactical Maxpedition bags which, secretly, are still very tactical.
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But we also have a lot of new products, such as the LionSteel SR22. And what about the Buck 110 LT and 110 Pro? Two successful reincarnations of perhaps the most famous pocket knife ever. You will read all about it, and much more in this magazine!
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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.
9 G E R B E R V I TA L Excels in the wild. 18 MAXPEDITION ENTIT Y Non-tactical, tactical bags. GEAR
13 H U LTA F O R S Tools to rely on. 14 W H AT TO TA K E W I T H YO U when you embark upon new adventures…
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17 L E AT H E R M A N H E R I TA G E Genuine collector’s items. BRANDED
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K N I V E S A N DTO O L S & E D E N Only the best. GUIDE
7 K I TC H E N K N I V E S These knives are indispensable. 16 OUTDOOR SHARPENING How do you sharpen a knife in the field? F AV O U R I T E
8 L I F E S T R AW Go 2-stage water bottle. REVIEW
12 BÖKER Straight Razors.
19 W E T E S T E V E R Y T H I N G O U R S E LV E S The power of the paracord.
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Today you can no longer escape it. Wherever you go you see people using cell phones, smartwatches, tablets or even laptops. And you use them as well. Quickly checking status updates on social media, or ordering a practical multi-tool via Knivesandtools.
OFF GRID but not offline
But what if you decide to go off grid? Will you accept that you have to go without for a while? Of course not! Off grid, after all, does not mean offline. With the new off grid power products made by Powertraveller and Texenergy you will always have enough power to check out the weather or call home! From power banks to hand cranks and from wind generators to solar chargers: we have got everything to make sure your off grid adventures end well. Wherever you are, in the bush or on top of the Mount Everest, these off grid power products will make sure you always have power. Charge your cell phone, smart watch, tablet or other electronics on the road with the sun, wind or even your bare hands and stay connected! So, are you stranded on a rock in the middle of nowhere and have no clue how to make a fire? Don’t worry, you can simply look it up. Welcome to the twenty-first century!
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Topping a prize-winning design isn’t an easy task. And yet LionSteel was successful in doing so with the SR22. The youngest brother of the LionSteel SR11 has captured the hearts of enthusiasts who can appreciate a small knife.
LIONSTEEL SR22 Italian design is a worldwide concept. The flowing lines and round corners, combined with excellent technical ingenuity: the SR22 radiates class. The technical ingenuity can be found in the integral frame. The handle is milled out from one block of aluminium or titanium. An extremely complicated process where LionSteel’s craftsmanship is clearly highlighted. Only the best are not afraid to enter paths less travelled. LionSteel does so by choosing a unique type of steel: Böhler Sleipner. Not very well-known, but very, very good. According to LionSteel it retains its sharpness even better than M390! In addition, it won’t break and can easily be sharpened. What more could you possibly ask for? As the latest Italian example of elegance and ambition the LionSteel SR22 is a must-have for any knife enthusiast.
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Meet the Kai Seki Magoroku Redwood kitchen knife collection where Japanese tradition and sublime cutting properties are combined.
Kai Seki Magoroku Redwood These kitchen knives are named after the material used for the handle: ‘redwood’, or rosewood. An incredibly moisture-resistant wood with a fine structure. Thanks to the original chestnut shape, with a subtle curve on the right ride, it feels great in hand. The cherry on top is the black crop. Stunning when combined with the warm colour of the wood. So the handle is pretty awesome, but more importantly: how do they cut? Well you don’t have to worry about that. After all, Kai knows how to make a knife like no other. With a thin blade, a curvy spine and a razor-sharp edge. Perfect for carefully preparing sushi or sashimi. But just as impressive when preparing less exotic meals. And the best part of all of this? The Kai Seki Magoroku Redwood knives are very affordable. In short, a wonderful collection of kitchen knives for professionals or any amateur chef who loves to prepare something special.
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Deep in the Amazon jungle Jeff Randall and Mike Perrin have been running Randall’s Adventure & Training school of survival for over twenty years. During their classes Jeff and Mike always work with ‘worst-case’ scenarios.
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hen you prepare people for the worst you also need to make sure you have the right tools for the job. Jeff and Mike’s solution? They founded ESEE Knives and started making their own knives, subjecting them to long tests. Take the ESEE PR4, for instance. This knife was intensively tested for over two years before it was put into production. ESEE Knives are made to withstand a lifetime of hard use and are backed with a Lifetime Warranty. If you break it, they will replace it. Not much has changed over the years. The survival classes are still ESEE’s core business and their knives keep getting better. Today there is a wide range of knives for different situations and preferences. From a teeny tiny neck knife like the Candiru to a large machete such as the Junglas. All great knives, born in the Amazon jungle. Looking for adventure? An ESEE knife will never let you down.
Looking for adventure? An ESEE knife will never let you down.
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Which knives do you need to turn preparing a delicious meal into child’s play? We believe there are four knives that are indispensable in any kitchen.
Kitchen knives
These knives are indispensable
CHEF’S KNIFE
The king of the kitchen. Vegetables, meat, herbs: the chef’s knife can do it all. BREAD KNIFE
Hard crust, soft crust or buns: with a bread knife you can easily cut through any type of bread. However, this knife is also great for cutting pies and cake. And what about hard vegetables and fruit? PARING KNIFE
An all-round knife to carry out many different tasks in the kitchen. From finer cutting jobs to light peeling work: the paring knife can be used for anything. PEELING KNIFE
Perhaps the most underestimated kitchen knife. Perfect for peeling jobs but also more precise work. Peeling apples, carrots or potatoes will be a piece of cake! With these four knives you can go a long way. You could, however, if you use these types of knives more often, always expand your collection. There is, after all, so much more to choose from! K N I V E S A N D T O O L S M A G A Z I N E 02 // 2018
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Clean drinking water is essential. And yet, you don’t always have access to it. So what happens when you go camping in the jungle or hiking in the mountains? How will you get your hands on clean drinking water?
ESTHER’S FAVOURITE
LIFESTRAW GO 2-STAGE WATER BOTTLE
Staying hydrated is key, no matter where you are. Unfortunately that isn’t always an easy task. After all, you don’t always have access to clean drinking water. If you love hiking, camping and travelling the LifeStraw Go 2-stage water bottle is the perfect solution for you. With this bottle you can drink ‘polluted’ water without getting sick because the built-in filter stops harmful bacteria. This bottle is perfect for me because it makes life so much easier. Because of the integrated filter you only have to fill the bottle as you normally would. And that’s it, the bottle will do the rest of the work for you! Not a fan of outdoor adventures? You can also easily use this bottle at home. When I was remodelling my house I suddenly found myself without clean water. My solution? The LifeStraw Go!
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Esther is the Queen Bee of Knivesandtools and always makes sure our warehouse is filled to the brim!
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Gerber presents itself at the front with a new collection. One that completely focuses on the modern hunt. Meet the Gerber Vital.
GERBER VITAL EXCELS IN THE WILD The tradition of hunting is as old as humanity itself and encompasses so much more than hunting alone. Think of meals around the campfire seasoned with juicy stories. A tradition that should be introduced to the twenty-first century with modern materials. For that reason Gerber has introduced the Vital collection. A collection of knives and tools, optimized to make sure you can work quickly, safely and with surgical precision. All Gerber Vital products have been enhanced with a bright-orange handle with rubber overmold for maximum grip and safety. But that is not all! The Vital knives are fitted with the so-called ‘Split-Sec-Tech’ system that enables you to quickly and safely change the blade without using tools. Whether you need to gut, skin, saw or cut: with the Gerber Vital you will have the right tool for the job. In the end you will have enough time and energy to enjoy the thing that actually matters most when it comes to your hunting adventures: good company and having a great time while surrounded by nature.
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Whether you need to gut, skin, saw or cut: with the Gerber Vital you will have the right tool for the job.
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Meet Knivesandtools and Eden.
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Your new dream kitchen. Completely filled with only the best products. Modern and affordable. Sounds good? Visit Knivesandtools and find everything you could possibly need to make your dreams come true. From leather aprons and bags from our very own Knivesandtools brand to a wide variety of Eden kitchen knives. And what about the Eden kitchen accessories such as cutting boards and knife magnets? You name it, we got it.
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These knives definitely make me relive the old craftsmanship of the past.
BÖKER STRAIGHT RAZORS Review by Romano Katabaloeboeng, owner Barber Ro Apeldoorn
When Knivesandtools asked me to test a new razor blade I was, of course, excited to give it a go. As soon as I got my hands on the Böker Straight Razor I got to work. The Böker straight razors have a luxurious and unique look and, for me, working with them was a remarkable and authentic experience. I could easily imagine what my great-, great-, great-, great-, grandfather must have felt while he was using a similar knife. These knives definitely make me relive the old craftsmanship of the past. In addition to the fact that they look stunning, it is great that you can easily
sharpen these straight razors and end up with a razor-sharp blade. Of course key for perfectly smooth results. The blade, however, is broad which makes it a little tricky to properly shave in between the nose and upper lip without hurting the customer. So be careful and make sure you use the knife properly. A straight razor requires some maintenance: it needs to be sharpened occasionally. But that doesn’t outweigh the fact that it is simply an amazing razor to work with! I truly recommend it. Approved!
ROMANO I live for my work. Not that strange when you know that I am a part of seven(!) generations of barbers and hairdressers and learned the tricks of the trade when I was only fourteen years old.
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HULTAFORS TREKKING Hultafors is an international company that produces axes and knives. And they are very, very good at it. Compact enough to easily take with you, strong enough for the heavy-duty tasks: these axes are great in the field or on holiday.
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HULTAFORS ÅGELSJÖN TREKKING AXE MINI
HULTAFORS HULTÅN TREKKING AXE
HULTAFORS FLINT FIRESTEEL
HULTAFORS OK4 FIXED OUTDOOR KNIFE
The smallest axe from the Premium collection. Perfect to take with you in your backpack. Easy to use and incredibly versatile.
Thanks to the long handle this axe is perfect for around the campfire. Because of its versatility and low weight an absolute best-seller.
Forget your matches. With the Hultafors Flint you can easily make a fire regardless of the circumstances.
A sustainable, budget friendly knife with exceptional grip. Perfect for the heavy-duty tasks. You will receive a sheath with the knife that has enough room for the Flint firesteel.
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A quest. Unknown destinations. Definitely something you want to prepare yourself for. But how? Whatever you intend to do, put these essentials in your backpack. Definitely indispensable during any adventure!
WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU WHEN YOU EMBARK UPON NEW ADVENTURES‌ Eden binoculars HD 8x25 ESEE Knives Model 5 Water bottle
Rite in the Rain notebook
Nextool tactical pen
Fenix HM50R
Powertraveller Solarmonkey
Aurora Fire Starter
Leatherman Skeletool Coyote 550 Paracord type III
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The Buck 110 family got a lot bigger this year: the sturdy 110 Pro and the light-weight 110 LT. Two knives that are very similar to its legendary family member. Very, but not completely…
BUCK 110 PRO & 110 LT
As its name already suggests the Pro is made for the professional user. The blade was upgraded and enhanced with CPM S30V steel. Strong, stainless and retains its sharpness well. The handle also changed. Messing and wood made way for nickel silver and G10. Sustainable and can handle its own. Exactly what you are looking for when you use a pocket knife intensively. The 110 LT is standing on the other side of the spectrum. No anabolic shot but a strict diet. The 420HC steel remained, the handle got a complete meta morphosis. Brass and wood stepped aside and made room for black nylon. Incredibly light material making the LT weigh half as much as its predecessor. The classics enhanced with a new wardrobe, made for everyday carry. There is no other way to say it: Buck has introduced two amazing knives. Two knives definitely worthy of the name 110. The saga continues!
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You find yourself in the middle of the woods or on top of a mountain and accidentally hit a rock with your knife. Bummer! That frayed edge does hurt a little. Mentally speaking of course. We will tell you how to end up with a razor-sharp knife once again.
HOW DO YOU SHARPEN A KNIFE IN THE FIELD
SKERPER ARKANSAS POCKET STONE
POCKET SHARPENING STONE
The most obvious choice is a small pocket sharpening stone. This Skerper Arkansas Pocket stone for instance. It weighs next to nothing and hardly takes up any room. It does, however, take some practice to determine the right angle.
LANSKY BLADE MEDIC
PULL-THROUGH SHARPENER
An incredibly simple option is the Lansky Blade Medic. Pull your knife through the slot and it will be sharpened. The best sharpening results out there? Not exactly. But it sharpens your knife, it can’t go wrong and you can quickly carry on with your life. That is definitely worth something. HYBRID SHARPENING OPTION
What if you want to end up with razor-sharp knives, but could use some help finding the right angle? Simply use the Work Sharp Guided Pack Sharpener. Two sharpening phases that can even handle rock-solid knives, and offer subtle guidance to make sure that you will always sharpen using the right angle. What next? On our website you will find extensive articles about this topic. About sharpening in the field, but also about sharpening kitchen knives and other ways to maintain a knife.
WORK SHARP GUIDED PACK SHARPENER
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LEATHERMAN HERITAGE When it’s your birthday, you celebrate. It is what Leatherman must have thought when their 35th birthday approached. The result: limited editions of the Crunch, Micra and Super Tool 300, called Heritage. These collector items come with a classic leather sheath.
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LEATHERMAN HERITAGE CRUNCH
LEATHERMAN HERITAGE SUPER TOOL 300
Less is more. Despite the fact that this tool is only 6.3 cm long it is a true all-rounder with 10 tools!
Perfect for professional use because of the 15 versatile tools such as a bottle opener and Philips head screwdriver. Also the only Leatherman enhanced with adjustable pliers.
First introduced in 1994 but still an incredibly popular multi-tool with interchangeable wire cutters. A real must-have!
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When it comes to tactical bags Maxpedition has been a winner for years. Not a fan of the army green tactical elements, but looking for a top-quality product? Choose the Entity. The new collection of non-tactical, tactical bags.
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nexhaustible quality and a well thought-out design: it is everything Maxpedition is famous for. But with an inconspicuous and modern look. Bags you can easily take with you to the office, without having to expect any weird looks from your colleagues. The shoulder straps are made from material that is also used to make seatbelts. This material can definitely hold its own! The magnetic system that keeps the bag closed while you close it with the zipper is also very clever. On the inside the Entities have been enhanced with many practical storage options for all your belongings. The bags all have a tablet compartment and in the larger models you can also store a laptop. But there is more! You can purchase additional accessories such as pouches from the same series to make sure you can personalize your bag even more! Typical for Maxpedition. As tactical bag pioneer Maxpedition was, once again, successful in taking a giant leap forward! These Entity bags are the most conspicuous inconspicuous bags out there!
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We test all products ourselves. For it we take things up a notch. A paracord is a piece of rope with endless possibilities. And it is strong, really strong. With a 550 paracord you can easily make a hammock and start to relax. Truly the perfect travelling companion!
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