Are Mercator knives good?

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple And Effective! The knife is sturdy, with three pins holding the metal handles and the blade together. The blade is sturdy, and has just the right amount of resistance when you are releasing it to return to the handle. It is well made, and thin and light enough not to tear out my pants pocket.

Where are Mercator knives made?

Germany
The Mercator K55K is a type of pocketknife produced in Germany since around 1867. Mercator knives were primarily produced by Hy. Kauffmann, which was operational from 1856 to 1995. The Mercator K55K knife is still produced in Germany by Mercator, now a division of Otter-Messer.

Who is the best pocket knife maker in the world?

The Best Pocket Knife Brands of 2021

Buck Knives.
Kershaw Knives.
Emerson Knives.
Columbia River Knife and Tool Company.
Benchmade Knife.
Boker Manufactory.
Cold Steel Knife and Tool.
Spyderco.

What are the top 10 best pocket knives?

Best Pocket Knives

Kershaw Leek
Benchmade Bugout 535.
Opinel No.
Spyderco Para Military 2.
Kershaw Blur.
CRKT Squid.
SOG Twitch II.
Gerber Paraframe II.

What is a forged blade?

Forged knives are made up of a single bar of steel. They are first heat-treated and then hammered/pounded to get into the right shape. It is widely believed that pounding and hammering the steel during the forging process rearranges the molecules, compressing them making it harder and stronger.

What is c75 steel?

C-75 is a standard non-stainless carbon steel very comparable to 1075-1080. C-75 is made in Germany, and has 0.7-0.8% Carbon, 0.6-0.8% Manganese, 0.15-0.35% Silicon, 0-0.035% Phosphorus, and has a Rockwell of 55-58. This steel is heavily used by Boker.

What is the highest quality pocket knife?

The Best Pocket Knife

Our pick. CRKT Drifter. The best knife for everyday carry.
Runner-up. Blue Ridge Knives ESEE Zancudo. A little larger and more heavy-duty.
Budget pick. Sanrenmu 710. Solid quality, very inexpensive.
Upgrade pick. Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556. A luxury knife.
Also great. Buck Knives 55. For a traditional style.

Is forged better than stamped?

While a forged knife is weighty and feels balanced in your hand, a stamped knife is lighter and might feel easier to use for some people. Here, too, the lines are blurring, but generally speaking, a forged knife is likely to hold an edge somewhat better than a similar stamped knife.

Why is a forged knife better?

Forging makes steel stronger. The shaping of the steel molecules during the forging process results in a blade that is less flexible. As a result, these knives keep an edge for longer. In addition to that, the forging process enables manufacturers to create a bolster for each knife.

What kind of blade does Mercator pocket knife have?

Mercator Lockback Pocket Knives: This collection of knives that is meant for the survival and recreational purposes to bring forth exceptional performance. These knives feature carbon steel or stainless blades and the handles come in black metal, copper and brass providing a sturdy grasp.

When did Otter Messer stop making Mercator knives?

The knives that were made pre-1952 were also about a inch larger than the Mercator’s made Post 1953. Also from 1953 to 1995 the spacer inserted at the rear of the knife was red on most of the knives, after 1995 it was change to black, this was done right after Otter-Messer bought the rights from Kauffmann.

Which is the best Mercator knife for EDC?

The Black Cat makes for an ideal EDC. Mercator Brass Knife Series: The knives in this series are manufactured with brass handles with “OTTER” stamp and stainless bail with ring. The brass knives are alluring and desired by collectors.

Which is the best Black Cat pocket knife?

Discussion? The Black Cat K55K is a great knife, I have about 10 of them right now. You can find them with all kinds of advertising on them and in many different colors. A few years back I contacted Otter-Messer the new owners of the Mercator Brand about how to date the old knives.