{"product_id":"woodlore-knife-pro","title":"Woodlore Knife Pro","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWoodlore Knife Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed by Ray and evolved from the original, is a stunning tool for professionals, hand-made by the revered British knife maker Emberleaf Workshops. The uncompromised quality of materials used to make this remarkable knife are matched by bladesmiths Dean and Joel's skill, care and experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are very pleased to be working with Emberleaf Workshops, allowing us to offer this fantastic improvement to the much-in-demand Woodlore Knife. Emberleaf's original sample was tested thoroughly in the field in the UK by Ray to make sure it could meet the high demands of bushcraft use - suffice to say this is now Ray's number one choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere were a number of occasions that I wished for a slightly different blade shape.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis radically different blade shape has evolved from 30 years use and reflects precisely what I wanted my knife to do without sacrificing the strength.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife has a more tapered point for fine carving and for carving a small radius. The 25 degree edge is in my opinion the domain angle for use in temperate Arctic environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a beginners' knife but a knife designed by a professional for professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe no nonsense nature of the knife is also reflected in the choice of Micarta for the handle scales together with the stainless steel bolts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather sheath has also had a slight make over to enable the knife to swivel to a more comfortable position when seated in a canoe or vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- \u003cem\u003eRay Mears\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoodlore are very proud to be working with Emberleaf Workshops on this knife after the very sad passing of one of the world’s most talented knife makers, Stephen Wade Cox in 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRay and Woodlore have chosen to work with the UK based knife maker as they offer exceptional quality and understand the ethos and philosophy surrounding the knife. Hand-crafted from start to finish, every single detail is made with great care by their passionate bladesmiths, with whom we have a strong and growing relationship since 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly crafted from O1 High Carbon Tool Steel, tapering from 5mm to 3.8mm, the blade features a flat Scandinavian-style bevel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of steel is remarkably strong and sharpens to a very fine edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade bears the distinct Woodlore wolf head logo and also includes the designer R.Mears and maker Emberleaf names positioned each side. Each knife will also carry its own unique number on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material of the handle was deliberated over in great detail in order to find the perfect balance between comfort and function. Ultimately, the beauty and functionality of the robust and stable material, Black Micarta was chosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Woodlore Knife Pro comes complete with a specially designed bespoke, right-handed leather belt sheath; another hand-made item made to exceptionally high standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife sheath has been redesigned to complement the lines of the new Woodlore knife: tapering with the blade, with a steeper slope at the mouth of the sheath and featuring gently defined curves punctuated by an 'elbow' where the base of the handle sits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble stitching in the area of the handle will maintain a good fit throughout the life of the sheath and the addition of a shaped belt loop allows the wearer to tilt the sheath on the belt for comfort when sitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheathed knife is enclosed in an exclusive presentation case, embossed with the Ray Mears 'Snowshoe' logo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: O1 cryogenically treated carbon tool steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 59 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Material: Black Linen Micarta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixings: Corby Rivet And Stainless Steel lanyard tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight without sheath: 195g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 113mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 224mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Scandinavian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTang: Tapered tang to 2.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Thickness: 5mm – distal taper to 3.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ray Mears Bushcraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53086402773331,"sku":"1383","price":635.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1043\/0876\/9107\/files\/Woodlore-Knife-Pro-1.jpg?v=1771707844","url":"https:\/\/raymears.com\/products\/woodlore-knife-pro","provider":"Woodlore Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}