ceramic black steel
available in heft 58.35mm, 58mm and simple 51mm
with a surface strength up to 85% stronger than equivalent stainless steel this case hardened base is the product of controlled environment oxidisation and ultra heat treatment leading to a finish that is actually part of the micro-cellular structure of the steel and not just an applied layer. it produces a surface that is used in industrial bearing races and gearing mechanisms for its reduced friction and long life in high wear and tear applications. as such it is used in the gunmaking trade and in the oil and gas industries amongst many others.
all of which means nothing much when the average coffee wonk goes homer simpson and simply stares at it mumbling hhhhhmmmm ... black.
the finish has the same light diffusing, dense, soft-black of charcoal or soot - and it seems smoother than steel, like the sea coal pebbles we find on the beach hereround.
the mysterious mr stone loves it with walnut in the manner of classic 12 bore sporting pieces. i love it with our standard beech handle for its elegant subversion of the normal black and steel. says it all for the two of us i think.
available in heft 58.35mm, 58mm and simple 51mm
with a surface strength up to 85% stronger than equivalent stainless steel this case hardened base is the product of controlled environment oxidisation and ultra heat treatment leading to a finish that is actually part of the micro-cellular structure of the steel and not just an applied layer. it produces a surface that is used in industrial bearing races and gearing mechanisms for its reduced friction and long life in high wear and tear applications. as such it is used in the gunmaking trade and in the oil and gas industries amongst many others.
all of which means nothing much when the average coffee wonk goes homer simpson and simply stares at it mumbling hhhhhmmmm ... black.
the finish has the same light diffusing, dense, soft-black of charcoal or soot - and it seems smoother than steel, like the sea coal pebbles we find on the beach hereround.
the mysterious mr stone loves it with walnut in the manner of classic 12 bore sporting pieces. i love it with our standard beech handle for its elegant subversion of the normal black and steel. says it all for the two of us i think.