Böker Daily Knives AK1 American Tanto
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Product detailed description
An extremely attractive EDC knife with a solid blade, a well thought-out concept and selected materials - that's enough to make many knife lovers' hearts sing. With the AK1 Amercian Tanto, which was developed in collaboration with young knifemaker Alex Kremer and Daily Customs, Boker is venturing into the attractive price segment of handmade fixed-blade knives made in Germany. The versatile, compact knife for everyday use with full tang construction can be perfectly adapted to your own needs. The AK1 model features an American Tanto blade made of N690 steel, which is ideal for precise cuts. The ergonomically shaped handle scabbards are made of lightweight G10 material. They can be effortlessly disassembled with the included Torx wrench and can be exchanged for various alternative scabbards developed and distributed by Daily Customs. It comes with a kydex holster with a customized clip. Handmade in the Boker manufactory in Solingen.
Overall length: 17.4 cm
Blade length: 7.6 cm
Blade thickness: 2.5 mm
Weight: 67 g
Steel: N690
Handle material: G10
Sheath: kydex
Additional parameters
| Category: | Army fixed knives |
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| EAN: | 4045011271915 |
| Blade material: | N690 BOHLER |
| Blade length: | 7 to 8 cm |
| Handle material: | G-10 |
| Aktualizace: | BOKER24 |
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The roots of Böker go back to the 17th century, when the family forge operated in Remscheid and focused on steel processing and edge tools. Over time, practical experience shaped a technical mindset that balanced durability, cutting performance, and reliability. The expansion into sabres and rapiers around 1829–1830 marked a decisive technological step, demanding precise heat treatment and consistent blade geometry. With more than a hundred skilled craftsmen employed, the company gained the capacity to refine production without losing its artisanal foundation.
During the second half of the 19th century, parts of the family moved to North America, establishing facilities in the USA and Canada. This international presence allowed experimentation with new designs and materials. Today, major production remains in Solingen, supported by manufacturing in the USA and Argentina, while modern CNC machining ensures tight tolerances and repeatable results. Böker develops knives in-house and in collaboration with well-known makers, delivering tools that combine engineering precision with practical usability, including the widely distributed MAGNUM line aimed at robust everyday performance.
| Manufacturing company : | Heinrich Böker Baumwerk GmbH |
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