Mercator "Brass Otter" Lockback--Stainless Oversized Item (L) The tapered tip drives easily

The tapered tip drives easily into the firmest of knots to wedge them apart

The rubberized handle is an ergonomic joy to use and resists slipping even in wet conditions

Made with ultra-coarse silicon carbide in a homogeneous 80/20 ratio of tough black and friable green varieties in a ceramic bond of carefully tuned hardness

These axes have a "courtesy grind" from the factory

All units (regardless of if Special Grade service is selected or not) have had the fit of the handle improved as necessary for a secure fit

Mercator "Brass Otter" Lockback--Stainless Oversized Item (L) The tapered tip drives easilyFor more than 100 years the classic Mercator K55K "Black Cat" has been appreciated for its rugged simplicity, and slim profile. This premium version is decked out in gorgeous matte finished brass, stamped with the Ottermesser logo. The fold over frame, spear pointed blade, locking lever and lanyard bale make for a knife that's both easy to carry and a joy to use. As handy today as it was in 1867! If selecting the Special Grade option we will thin and