Böker Kaizen
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Product detailed description
Böker Plus Kaizen takes the deeply rooted approaches of Far Eastern philosophy and brings their core ideas from the spiritual to the material plane. The Japanese term Kaizen is composed of the syllables Kai (change, to change) and Zen (for the better) and describes a constant striving for improvement. Perfection becomes a temporary phenomenon and is merely an intermediate step in a continuous process of change. The Böker Plus Kaizen responds to the spirit of the times as an elegant knife for gentlemen and convinces with its thoughtful attention to detail.
Modesty as a sign of true greatness is perfectly embodied by the minimalist flipper, which almost blends in visually with the slim knife, yet is highly functional thanks to the grooves. The satin-finished D2 blade handles everyday cutting with stoic calm and always finds its way back to its centre thanks to the reliable safety. The decorative screw of the blade axis is the visual starting point of the Gentleman folder as a symbol of shape change and function. The textured handle made of non-slip G10 material fits comfortably in the hand and features a practical clip for deep carry (tip-up/r).
Overall length: 18 cm
Blade length: 7.7 cm
Blade thickness: 1.9 mm
Weight: 46 g
Blade material: D2
Lock: Linerlock
Handle material: G10
Additional parameters
| Category: | Classic folding knives |
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| EAN: | 4045011225741 |
| Blade material: | D2 |
| 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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