Boker Arbolito "El Gigante" knife

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  1. Bushman5

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    Unboxing of my new Boker Arbolito El Gigante fixed blade with green micarta scales.

    Another massive shoutout to The Crew at Blades Canada ( https://www.warriorsandwonders.com/) right here in Vancouver BC Canada. Thanks again for the always awesome service! :cool:

    Specs:

    • Type:Fixed Blade
    • Overall Length:14.49 in
    • Blade Length:9.25 in
    • Blade Thickness:0.25 in
    • Weight:15.87 oz
    • Blade Material:N695
    • Handle Material:Micarta
    • Made in:Argentina
    • Color:Grey
    • Blade Color:Uncoated
    • Sheath Material:Leather
    I like that the knife retention strap is on the spine side. Too many knife makers (looking at you Bark River o_O ) put the retention strap on the blade side - which just cuts the strap as the knife is withdrawn from the sheath.
    Another plus on this sheath is the removable dangler, and there is a flat strap for adding a leg tie cord if you choose,

    The scales are very comfortable, cut like a African deer horn. There is one sharp spot on the end of the handle, a little sandpaper to round it out and it will be fine.

    Beautiful blade. Can't wait to use it in the field!

    Enough yakking! Time for unboxing pics, with the always reliable Beer Can measuring device!


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    Very nice! I especially like the sheath - gives you a choice of drop leg or high ride.
     
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    Oiling the sheath with PALC saddle dressing from Spain

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    Great looking Bowie, with some pretty good factory leather to boot!
     
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    Boker/Tree Brand is another knife manufacturer that doesn't seem to be known well enough in North America for quality. They originated in Germany as Tree Brand because the original factory used the pictured tree as shade to stay cool in the early days of manufacturing knives. They became popular enough to open their second plant in Argentina.
    Yours looks quite nice and useful for large jobs. ;)
     

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