MERCATOR Brass – with Personal Engraving

Simple, efficient and indestructible. The original Mercator knife has been a favourite for over 100 years. Although not originally designed as a military knife, it quickly became an integral part of Kaiser Wilhelm's army, earning it the nickname ‘Kaiser Wilhelm Knife’. Nowadays it is appreciated worldwide for its slim and robust design and its versatility in everyday situations. This version is equipped with an additional stainless steel clip for quick access on a belt, pocket or rucksack. To match, we recommend our leather cases in the colors: Leather Case 03 Dark Brown Black as well as the knife holster in the color: Dark Brown Manufacturer information: OTTER-Messer GmbH Schwertstraße 35, 42651 Solingen, Germany Web: https://www.otter-messer.de/ E-Mail: info@otter-messer.de Phone: +49 212 337829

The Mercator is a traditional German pocket knife. With this new copper handle we gave it a new and exclusive look. Although the slim handle and classic blade were not changed. The embossed OTTER logo completes the extraordinary appearance of this knife. The Mercator copper is available with either a carbon or a stainless steel blade. The knife is also equipped with a leather strap to secure it against loss. This is the larger, lockable model. Please note: Since copper is a very soft material, small toolmarks from the manufacturing are hard to avoid. These are not defects, but rather witness to the individuality of the knife To match, we recommend our leather cases in the colors: Leather Case 03 Dark Brown Black as well as the knife holster in the color: Dark Brown Manufacturer information: OTTER-Messer GmbH Schwertstraße 35, 42651 Solingen, Germany Web: https://www.otter-messer.de/ E-Mail: info@otter-messer.de Phone: +49 212 337829

A "legend" has returned. The 4-part Mercator pocket knife was produced more than 60 years ago by the Kaufmann und Söhne Company in Solingen. We have brought the knife back to life based on faded yellowing drawings. It is built to include 4 tools, just like in the olden days. A lockable knife blade, the awl for loosening knots and punching holes into leather and fabrics, the can opener, and a corkscrew. It takes more than 120 work processes for its manufacturing. Everything is crafted by hand. The awl and the can opener are forged on belt drop hammers, rough-ground and then finally fine-ground. The core in the corkscrew helix prevents the "crumbling" of the cork. The blade is made of carbon steel which holds its edge well, is sharpened and then receives another dry-fine grind. The handle, made of blued steel, doesn't have the non-rust properties of modern coatings, but it gives the knife a high-quality appearance. All these are properties that can hardly ever be found in the knives of today. The blade steel is C75 carbon steel. We recommend our matching knife holster in the following colours: Natural             Black             Dark brown

The Mercator and OTTER knife, these two terms are closely connected. Now there is also a knife which shows this connection. We have reissued the Mercator in its historical form. Instead of the classic black steel case, the handle is now made of brass. The noble appearance of the metal is completed by the embossed OTTER. Despite its elegant appearance, this Mercator knife also has the usual features. It is slim, functional and reliable. This model is the small, non-lockable brass knife. To match, we recommend our leather cases in the colors: Leather Case 03 Dark Brown Black as well as the knife holster in the color: Dark Brown Manufacturer information: OTTER-Messer GmbH Schwertstraße 35, 42651 Solingen, Germany Web: https://www.otter-messer.de/ E-Mail: info@otter-messer.de Phone: +49 212 337829

The American GI's brought this Mercator knife to America after World War II. There it became famous under the name "Black Cat Knife" and is still cult there today. The designation K55K means "K" for Kaufmann (the original manufacturer), "55" for Hochstrasse 55 (the original company address) and "K" for the symbol cat. The embossing is stamped under the press and after powder coating it is painted by hand as in the past. To match, we recommend our leather cases in the colors: Leather Case 03 Dark Brown Black as well as the knife holster in the color: Dark Brown Manufacturer information: OTTER-Messer GmbH Schwertstraße 35, 42651 Solingen, Germany Web: https://www.otter-messer.de/ E-Mail: info@otter-messer.de Phone: +49 212 337829

The full damascus Mercator knife is a true masterpiece of the blacksmith's art. Made from high-quality Damascus steel from a small, family-run forge in Germany, each knife is precisely handcrafted here in our manufactory in Solingen, the heart of the German knife-making tradition. The unique grain makes each knife a true work of art. Material: The robust full Damascus steel from the German forge guarantees maximum sharpness and a long service life - a knife that will reliably accompany you in every situation Design: The iconic Mercator design is both practical and elegant - ideal for everyday use Exclusivity: As this knife is produced in a limited edition, it is a real collector's item that you won't find again once it is out of stockThe leather strap is included. We use Damascus blades forged from low-alloy cold work steels (1.2842/1.5634, 75Ni8). The hardness is around 61 Rockwell. Please note that the damascus we use is not stainless.We recommend our matching leather cases in the following colours:     Natural         Black         Dark brown  

Brass and damascus – this knife will not only make collectors' hearts beat faster. We have reissued the Mercator in its historical form. Instead of the classic black steel case, the handle is now made of brass. The Damascus steel blade makes the pocket knife a real eye-catcher. The elegant look is completed by the embossed OTTER. Despite its elegant appearance, this Mercator knife also has the usual qualities: it is slim, functional and reliable. The Mercator knife with brass and damascus has the same size as the classic, large Mercator and can also be locked. The leather strap with brass eyelet is included. We use Damascus blades forged from low-alloy cold work steels (1.2842/1.5634, 75Ni8). The hardness is around 61 Rockwell. Please note that the damascus we use is not stainless. To match, we recommend our leather cases in the colors: Leather Case 03 Dark Brown Black as well as the knife holster in the color: Dark Brown Manufacturer information: OTTER-Messer GmbH Schwertstraße 35, 42651 Solingen, Germany Web: https://www.otter-messer.de/ E-Mail: info@otter-messer.de Phone: +49 212 337829

Simple, functional and robust — the Mercator knife has offered these benefits for over 100 years. Today, it is used worlwide and distinguishes itself with its narrow, rugged design in everyday life. Now, we added a stainless steel clip to our classic. Whether on belt, trouser pockets or backpack, thanks to the clip you quickly have your Mercator knife on your fingertips. A must, not only for outdoor enthusiasts. We recommend our matching leather cases in the following colors: Leather case 04 Dark brown Black as well as the knife holster in the color: Dark brown Manufacturer information: OTTER-Messer GmbH Schwertstraße 35, 42651 Solingen, Germany Web: https://www.otter-messer.de/ E-Mail: info@otter-messer.de Phone: +49 212 337829

Belgian whetstones are used for sharpening the knives. These whetstones consist of a natural stone quarried from the Belgian Ardennes mountains. Their unique consistency makes it possible for us to grind the blades with precision and in a material-friendly way. The lighter layer is used for grinding, the slate layer on the bottom is simply to make the sharpening stone stronger. The Belgian whetstones must be wet before honing. Set the blade onto the stone at a sharp angle and pull it back in circular motions. A natural abrasive paste develops in this process, which sharpens the blade and polishes it finely at the same time. The Belgian whetstone no. 4 is the smaller one of our whetstones.

Belgian whetstones are used for sharpening the knives. These whetstones consist of natural stone, quarried from the Belgian Ardennes mountains. Their unique consistency makes it possible for us to grind the blades with precision and in a material-friendly way. The lighter layer is used for grinding, the slate layer on the bottom is simply to make the sharpening stone stronger. The Belgian whetstones must be wet before honing. Set the blade onto the stone at a sharp angle and pull it back. A natural abrasive paste develops in this process, which sharpens the blade and polishes it finely at the same time. The Belgian whetstone no. 6 is the larger one of our whetstones.