TANTO MOTIVES knife handmade by the master of the ANDROSHCHUK KNIVES studio, buy order in Ukraine

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The name of the knife -TANTO MOTIVES - handmade knives by Hryhoriy Androschuk, order to buy in Ukraine
Knife type: Fixed blade
Brand: Studio of exclusive handmade knives ANDROSHCHUK KNIVES 

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Steel brand: Blade - Steel N690 (Н690) Bohler production of the Swedish-Austrian concern (Bohler-Uddeholm)
Steel sheet: One-piece, through-mounting on screed and epoxy resin
Blade Sharpening Angle: 36 Degree Pointed
Triggers: Curved lens
Taper: 0.2mm
Blade hardness: 61 HRC (cryo-cured)
Overall length: 303mm
Blade length: 163 mm
Blade width: 30mm
Blade thickness: 4.0 mm
Grinding of the blade: Finish - mirror on the slopes, longitudinal satin on the blade
Bolster and back material: Stainless steel
Length of the handle: 140 mm
Handle thickness: 20mm
Handle Material: Stainless steel bolster, walrus tusk insert, ironwood, through-mounting on screed and epoxy resin
Handle color: Brown
Handle Impregnation: Yes
Handle cover: Yes
Hole for a shoelace (for a lanyard): Absent
Temlyak -  Absent
Scabbards: Italian vegetable-tanned genuine leather, treated with water-repellent finish and impregnated with protective solutions, stitched with waxed thread. Hand-embossed texture and artistic coloring, aged leather effect, wooden insert in the middle. Free suspension

Model: TANTO MOTIVES- Studio of exclusive handmade knives ANDROSHCHUK KNIVES
Model number: 016
Country of birth: Ukraine
Craftsman: Master Grigory Androshchuk (Androshchuk Knives), m.Vinnytsia, Ukraine Studio of exclusive handmade knives ANDROSHCHUK KNIVES
Best use: Multi-purpose: hunting, fishing, cutting, slicing, etc
Knife condition: new
The price is indicated with the sheath.

A sharpened knife is not a cold weapon.

Cutting tools, saws, removable blades are made from this steel. Used in the production of medical instruments.
High anti-corrosion properties! The knives performed well in wet conditions.

Original design.

The handle is subjected to a special water-repellent treatment.

Availability changes regularly, upon confirmation of your order, we will inform you about the availability or when the product will be ready. The product may differ slightly from the one shown in the photo.

Steel N690 (Н690) Bohler production of the Swedish-Austrian concern (Bohler-Uddeholm​) pros and cons: characteristics, properties

The history of the appearance of this species has become traditional in the Russian market in the development of business. The main production facilities of the famous and long-standing tradition of metallurgical production of the Swedish-Austrian concern Böhler – Uddeholm are located in Germany and Austria, but there are several enterprises on the American continent and four branches on the territory of Russia. In Russian, it is acceptable to pronounce the name of the concern as "Bochler" or "Bechler", and the steel brand is pronounced as H690.

N690 steel is used for the production of various high-strength industrial tools, such as drills and cutters. One of the areas of use is the manufacture of knives.

Chemical composition and features of steel
N690 refers to stainless doped martensitic alloys and has a different composition from other brands:

the percentage of carbon in it is quite high and is 1.08%, which gives the metal increased strength and hardness;
chromium (17.30%) increases wear resistance and improves hardening ability, gives the metal anti-corrosion properties;
molybdenum increases the hardness of steel, practically eliminates brittleness and brittleness;
vanadium adds flexibility and increases the ability to protect against aggressive environments;
manganese in the smelting process additionally increases the hardness of steel;
silicon increases the wear resistance and the reliability of preserving the properties acquired by the metal.
Unlike other alloys, N690 contains 1.5% cobalt, which increases the heat resistance of the steel and directly affects its mechanical properties.

As for the name "martensitic", it is named after the creator Mark Martens, who first described the process of forming an unusual metal structure. In such types of alloys, it is acicular in the form of the thinnest plates, located in two variants: parallel to each other or chaotically. It is characteristic of metals that have undergone the hardening procedure.

In the course of its implementation, a component called martensite is formed. Without delving into special terms, it can be called a solid supersaturated solution of carbon in -iron (low-temperature modification of iron).

Advantages and disadvantages of metal
One of the most important characteristics of N690 steel is a high level of resistance to the appearance and spread of corrosion. Under normal conditions, a product made of this alloy is not subject to destructive processes. At the same time, the hardness of the metal increases significantly due to the quenching process.

N690 is used in the production of knives and is considered one of the best materials for their manufacture. The advantages and obvious advantages of N690 steel include:

• high strength and resistance to physical exertion;
• resistance to bending and breaking;
• resistance to breaks and twisting of metal;
• excellent cutting properties;
• preservation of sharpening sharpness for a long time.

As for the disadvantages of Bohler N690 steel, most experts come to the conclusion that this alloy has practically no disadvantages, has an ideal composition and high technical characteristics and properties.

They allow you to use this alloy for the manufacture of various cutting tools, including tactical knives, as well as hunting knives and cutting knives with fixed blades and handles made of natural wood, which can be purchased in the online store https://knife.net.ua/ .

Many connoisseurs of alloys used in the production of knives compare the properties of N690 and American steel 440C. Although they are not analogs, they have some common technical characteristics, which allows it to be used for a cutting tool. The best qualities are especially evident in folding and kitchen knives, a large assortment of which is presented on the website of the online store https://knife.net.ua/.

Japanese VG-10 is similar in composition, that is, an analogue of this brand of steel. But it contains, compared to n690c, more molybdenum and chromium. AUS-10 (Japan), French Z100CD17, Swedish Sandvic 12C27, X102CrMo17 (Germany), as well as Russian steel 95X18 have similar compositions and properties. However, all of them are inferior in quality to Bohler N690 steel.

A steel knife of this brand will become a reliable assistant for hunters, fishermen, tourists, and will also be a great gift for collectors and fans of quality knives.

The Knife.net.ua online store offers handmade knives, exclusive custom-made knives for discerning men and hunters, made by the hands of the best masters of Ukraine for use in hunting, in non-standard situations, at a favorable price to order or to choose from in our store. A quality tool for individual use in the field or hunting. Delivery is carried out throughout Ukraine and the world within a few days. Knife.net.ua is the best selection of knives in Ukraine from handmade craftsmen.

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Well, you can buy a knife made of Steel N690 (Н690) Bohler. Composition and properties. on our website knife.net.ua or by contacting us by phone +380961711010

It is worth remembering that when using a knife for its intended purpose and with careful handling, the knife will serve you for a very, very long time.

Walrus tusk for handmade knife handle

How much is a walrus tusk today

What is the real price for a walrus tusk, the cost of which is often unclear to the average man in the street? How not to get into trouble by reacting to ads with the headings “buy a walrus tusk” or “buy a walrus tusk”, how to find out how much a walrus tusk really costs? To get reliable answers to these questions, it is worth studying the modern demand for such a rare item as walrus tusks, the price of which is significantly determined not only by size, but also by other factors. Considering these recommendations, you can count on the most advantageous offer that those who wish to buy a walrus tusk can give.

It is worth knowing that the walrus tusk, which you would like to sell, must have maximum integrity, then its value will meet your best expectations.
When selling, be guided by the current exchange rate, which significantly affects how much a walrus tusk will cost, its price is formed taking into account exchange rate fluctuations.
The competence of the experts who make the assessment is very important in this matter: not every advertisement “I will buy a walrus tusk” is actually supported by professionals, so you need to be careful and careful when choosing a buyer.

Walrus tusk products

Hunters for rarities seek to buy a walrus tusk not only in its original form, souvenirs and crafts, the material for which is a walrus tusk, are no less popular and in demand, their cost can also reach a decent amount, especially if these are antiques. The natural appeal of tusks, their particular color and structure, embodied in art objects, create a special atmosphere of luxury in any room. This makes tusk crafts a unique, status gift, relevant at all times, capable of becoming a value, even inherited. Most often there are crafts made by the inhabitants of the peoples of the North, reflecting their life and way of life:

• walrus tusk handled knives are very expensive and popular among collectors and hunters

• group and single animalistic images (bears, seals, deer);
• sculptures depicting harness dogs;
• images of people engaged in characteristic activities, such as a hunter;
• deity images.

The walrus is a very large animal with thick, wrinkled skin. Males have large skin growths on the neck and shoulders. The larger these growths, the more attractive they seem to females. The thickness of the skin reaches 10 cm, and subcutaneous fat - 15 cm. Males are much larger than females - the weight of some individuals reaches 2 tons, but usually does not exceed 800 - 1500 kg. Females weigh on average 500 - 800 kg. The length of adult walruses is 2 - 3.5 m.

Young walruses have dark brown skin with yellowish hairs. Adult animals "bald" over time, and their skin acquires a lighter shade. Old individuals become almost pink towards the end of life.

A distinctive feature of these pinnipeds is their huge tusks. Their length can reach 1 m. They help the animal when moving on a slippery surface and for breaking through ice. The tusks are elongated upper fangs pointing down. In males, they are larger and are used for battles with other males during the mating season. Males with the largest tusks dominate the herd.

The muzzle is wide, with hard thick antennae-setae on the upper lip. The eyes are small. The ear holes are hidden under the skin and do not have an exit to the outside. The tail is small. The front flippers are well developed, allowing walruses to move more or less normally on land, unlike many other pinnipeds that can only crawl on land.

There are three populations of walruses with slight external differences - the Pacific, the Atlantic and the population of the Laptev Sea.

The Pacific walrus population is the largest both in terms of numbers and size of animals. It lives on the northern coast of Eastern Siberia, on Wrangel Island, in northern Alaska. In winter, herds of walruses move south - to the Bering Sea, to Kamchatka and to the southern coast of Alaska. According to modern estimates, the population is 200 thousand animals.

The Atlantic walrus is about a third smaller than its Pacific relatives. It lives in the north of Canada, Greenland and in the western region of the Russian Arctic. It was almost completely exterminated by man as a result of uncontrolled fishing. Estimated population size - 15 - 20 thousand individuals.

The Laptev walrus population is the smallest - about 5 thousand individuals. It is isolated from other populations in the Laptev Sea and the Kara Sea.

The state of the population and the relationship with humans
In the 18-19 centuries. commercial fishing for the Atlantic walrus has led to the almost complete extinction of this animal. Currently, hunting for it is prohibited everywhere, but some indigenous peoples of the north are allowed to hunt a small number of walruses, but necessarily for their own consumption, with a ban on the sale of meat, fat or bones of the animal. For European walrus meat dishes do not seem tasty, but cooked walrus tongue is considered a delicacy.

Chukchi, Yupik peoples (Russian Far East) and Inuit (North America) consume walrus meat all winter, flippers are canned and stored until spring, tusks and bones are used to make various tools, amulets and jewelry. Waterproof thick skin - for finishing houses and boats. Modern, cheap building materials are available in the far north, and walruses no longer play as important a role in survival as they did 100 years ago, but they still remain in demand for many indigenous peoples, and walrus skin carving and beading is an important art form.

Walrus populations are difficult to determine. The fertility of animals and their mortality are not fully understood. Complicates the calculation and difficult climatic conditions of the habitat of walruses. The Pacific walrus is currently classified as "endangered" by the Endangered Species Act. The Atlantic walrus and the Laptev population are listed in the Red Data Book of Russia and are assigned to the second (decreasing in numbers) and third (rare) groups of rarity, respectively.

The effects of global warming are another area of concern for zoologists. The volume and thickness of pack ice (at least 3 meters thick and older than 2 years) is constantly decreasing, which affects the birth rate of animals and the disappearance of habitual habitats.

According to various estimates, the number of all walrus populations is 200-250 thousand heads.

• During the last ice age, walruses were distributed up to 37 degrees north latitude. This is evidenced by the found remains, dated at the age of 28 thousand years. near San Francisco in the USA. At the same latitude is the northern border of the African continent, Greece, Japan, Turkey.
• Despite their large size, walruses are sometimes attacked by killer whales.
• In a strong current, walruses cling to the edge of the ice with their tusks, holding under water. They also help animals climb high ice. This use of tusks has given walruses the generic name Odobenus rosmarus, which is Greek for "tooth walker".
• The stomach of the walrus is so large that the peoples of the north made themselves waterproof capes from it.
• In cold water, the blood vessels of the animal are greatly reduced, which makes the skin of the animal almost white.

High-quality and original steel inserts are a wonderful decoration of exclusive and unique knives of the Studio of exclusive handmade knives ANDROSHCHUK KNIVES (Ukraine), which offers to order and buy online store https://knife.net.ua