Odd question, but. How is the "Natchez" logo placed on the blade? Is it etched? Is it a finish that can be removed?
1648882
It does not appear to be etched into the metal as the logo is the same depth as the surface of the blade. The logo feels smooth. It is some kind of printing, but is quite permanent.
792123
It is a very nice quality blade. What you would expect from Ontario and a military/naval/diver type knife. If you are worried about scratching the blade, you probably shouldn't own this knife; it is made for WORK! With that being said, it doesn't really mess with the blade finish. Over time, just about any sheath (unless pure fabric or nylon) will scratch blade finish. It is not very sharp out of the box.
792124
The quality is top notch and Mil Spec. That is the bottom line. I am former Spec Forces myself and used that exact knife, but it mysteriously "vanished" from my gear inventory before I got out years back. I wouldn't worry about the blade. It is supposed to get scratched, but it won't happen from the sheath. Moreover, I even took some steel wool to mine to take off the finish and also keep it oiled, and engraved my initials and last four of the base. So the blade is not any problem. Thanks.
1231899
Yes, On the blade up near the handle would be a good place to put a name. Engraving doesn'r go very deep so anywhere would not hurt the strength of the blade.
406882
to my knowledge this knife does not come without the finish on the blade. While the finish looks like a sand blast finish it is not. Actually the grayed area of the blade is very smooth and is more like a bluing as on a gun barrel only in a matte gray in stead of the blue. Since I've had this knife It's been on my side and I've used it whenever and for whatever. The matte gray finish is starting to wear off naturally leaving shiny metal underneath. If you would prefer to not have this finish on the blade you could I believe very easily remove it through the use of a very fine wet sand or to try perhaps simply buffing it out. I have left mine as it came for the simple reason that I prefer to let it wear naturally from every day use. The blade is of 1075 CS and having the finish on it only helps to stave off moisture and a possible rust from this. the only thing I did to the blade was scrub off the little tackiness they put on it for shipping with some rubbing alcohol. almost like a sticky clear coat, it came right off. I hope this helps and aids you in making your decision. Personally I'm very satisfied with this knife. Thank You !
735352
Since I have only purchased one of these blocks, I cannot speak for all of them, but the one I ordered had as logo (a Japanese character) lightly impressed in the front flat section under where the scissors go. It is a slightly darker color than the rest of the wood, which leads me to think this was done with a heated branding iron; the impression isn't deep enough or uniform enough to make me believe it was done using a router. If the logo really bothers you, it would be very simple to use an orbital sander to remove it. The wood in the block is unfinished, so there would be no issues matching the sanded front to the rest of the block. Since I have only purchased one of these blocks, I cannot speak for all of them, but the one I ordered had as logo (a Japanese character) lightly impressed in the front flat section under where the scissors go. It is a slightly darker color than the rest of the wood, which leads me to think this was done with a heated branding iron; the impression isn't deep enough or uniform enough to make me believe it was done using a router. If the logo really bothers you, it would be very simple to use an orbital sander to remove it. The wood in the block is unfinished, so there would be no issues... » Read More Since I have only purchased one of these blocks, I cannot speak for all of them, but the one I ordered had as logo (a Japanese character) lightly impressed in the front flat section under where the scissors go. It is a slightly darker color than the rest of the wood, which leads me to think this was done with a heated branding iron; the impression isn't deep enough or uniform enough to make me believe it was done using a router. If the logo really bothers you, it would be very simple to use an orbital sander to remove it. The wood in the block is unfinished, so there would be no issues matching the sanded front to the rest of the block. « Show Less
1126601
it is etched/painted on there (seems permanent). doesn't bother me, but it would be a process to get it off
2171201
They quit using the triangle logo. I suppose you could find a seller with an older lot of these knives with the triangle, but if you buy it from amazon you'll get the 'O' logo.
1958801
The blade has an unusual coating; almost looks like a weird sort of 1075 Carbon/Damascus steel thing going on. It definitely is not a black coat, so I suppose it is more of a rustic version, but I guess that would depend on ones version of rustic. It really is a beautiful yet simple looking throwback type of chopping knife. I apologize if my answer seems a bit vague. It's about the best I can answer though. Take care.
1321108
Mine came off all by itself. It's just held there by a self stick backing. I never even attempted to remove it. There's no "hole" left behind it. All you see is a shallow indentation, the shape of the logo insert. It came off cleanly with absolutely no residue.
571594
I didn't list it but the tip is rounded. So I guess it is a Usuba. Call it what you want the picture is the actual saw.
2048057
It's called jimping. There is no purpose to have it the length of the back of the blade. I have a tiger shark elite from SOG with the same design, and you aren't going to notch anything with it without a great deal of effort. You really only need jimping at the spot where your thumb would hit the back of the blade just above the handle to help with controlling the knife.
760266
The blade has a nice looking floral engraving on 1/2 of both sides. Near the hilt on one side it says '440 Sterling'. On the other side it does day 'China', but there is a small framed area where a name could be added. If I do that, I will have 'China' removed
54443
It is, and when you get it all the proper markings will be in the correct places. I think it's just a ripped image of the knife. But all in all its a good knife has replace my buck folder as my new edc. Great ergonomics, great fit n finnish, good steel
774643
There's a white plastic thing right below the blade. it's to cover the sharp blade when not in use. Just push it out. :)
1223124
The blade is engravable. It has a black coating on it so, when you engrave it, it will be silver.
1184599
It is etched or cut into the metal. I just got it, but I'd guess it will last a long time.