Any idea where the blade's metal comes from?it's not marked on the blade.
601775
I know it's 4034 steel, but as for origin I am not sure. I can say I have put it through the paces and no nicks in blade and it has not lost its very very sharp edge. Also it does have a safety switch to prevent accidental opening. Lastly the blade does have 3 patent #s, not sure how many if any are for the blade itself. Hope I have helped, take care.
601776
To add to my response you can not beat the warranty when you actually need it and contact them. They have always been good to me in that aspect.
601777
Unfortunately no, I'm sure the information is somewhere online if you dig deep enough but I doubt it's American metal. It's also hard to contact a knowledgable person within the company that would give u a straight answer.
991227
There is no imprint on the blades. The metal base is imprinted with " rubber ring side " in English and Spanish.
1555530
It is a metal blade, aluminum. The unit has been installed for several years now with no problems. I am completely satisfied
1651778
This blade is metal and there is a small white ceramic piece behind the blade.
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.
905184
I'd heard it was 1045 carbon steel, but with the mirror finish and CHINA imprint along with the low price, I'm guessing there's a chance its just stainless steel. Although the blade is very thick, so I'd imagine its still fairly durable.
1639717
I actually bought this as a gift I never saw it, so I can't answer about the blade. I bought it for my son, who loves it.
348380
I believe the steel is from japan an the knife is manufactured in sweden. It is a solid knife. Similar to spyderco who commission steel from japan, like everything there are different qualities no matter where it might, or might not come from.
1708910
The blade is not stamped with the country of orgin and I no longer have the packaging. But in my opinion I do not think it is a US made knife.
1699336
The blade and the plastic part are stamped made in Germany. It is very sturdy, so I believe it.
124204
It would be hard and very expensive to test the metal, (sending it to a lab for a carbon assessment), but from what the sword is advertised as, and from personal experience, I would say it is untreated 1045 high carbon steel. I say "high" carbon, but 1045 is still a pretty soft steel. This isn't meant as a beater, but it still looks awesome and cuts well.
1393452
I threw away the box - sorry. Knife, scabbard , and decal do not indicate origin of manufacture. Other side of blade has "Bker plus 1048" on the ricasso, opposite the thumb groove side of the blade. Google search turned up http://www.boker.de/us/fixed-blade-knife/boker-plus/tactical-knife/02BO1942.html , if this helps any.
1002112
Anyone have any idea of the metal allows used in the unit? Of course you don't mind so much what the main shaft is made up, but I'm curious what the blade itself is make of..
1949012
OK, I tried. I even removed the scales to see if it was marked anywhere on the knife. Other than the Gerber logo there is not a mark of any kind. So I have no idea where it is made. I even did some looking on some web sites, no go. I checked the Gerber site, nothing about country of manufacture. I did find this number; 855-544-0150 which is sales at Gerbergear.com and maybe they can tell you. In the past I've been told that if a product is imported the law states that it must be stamped with the country of origin. My logic is that since it is not stamped is was made in the US ???? Gerber is based out of Portland, OR. But I would call Gerber to find out for sure. OK, I tried. I even removed the scales to see if it was marked anywhere on the knife. Other than the Gerber logo there is not a mark of any kind. So I have no idea where it is made. I even did some looking on some web sites, no go. I checked the Gerber site, nothing about country of manufacture. I did find this number; 855-544-0150 which is sales at Gerbergear.com and maybe they can tell you. In the past I've been told that if a product is imported the law states that it must be stamped with the country of origin. My logic is that since it is not stamped is was made in the US ???? Gerber is... » Read More OK, I tried. I even removed the scales to see if it was marked anywhere on the knife. Other than the Gerber logo there is not a mark of any kind. So I have no idea where it is made. I even did some looking on some web sites, no go. I checked the Gerber site, nothing about country of manufacture. I did find this number; 855-544-0150 which is sales at Gerbergear.com and maybe they can tell you. In the past I've been told that if a product is imported the law states that it must be stamped with the country of origin. My logic is that since it is not stamped is was made in the US ???? Gerber is based out of Portland, OR. But I would call Gerber to find out for sure. « Show Less
1100550
The tiny mark on the blade says "Seki -Japan" which indicates the steel maker. I use a diamond plate for sharpening ... the factory edge sucketh so some work was required but the edge is much better now.
1998123
Although I don't see stainless steel on the blade, it appears to be. I have used it quite a few times, and it works well.
1641885
it appears the cutting blade is made of stainless steel. the unit below which looks like a small wheel, i think it is some other material, it is a small but sturdy wheel probably some thicker type of metal.