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When Steel Becomes a Canvas: The Art of Hand-Engraved Knives
11-08-2026
  Art Cut Directly into Metal Hand engraving involves cutting a design directly into the surface of the metal using specially prepared gravers. Rather than simply applying a finished image to the knife, the engraver gradually constructs it from hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of individual...
Large-radius hollow grind – a geometry that changes the way you feel the cut
06-11-2025
Where this effect comes from? A large radius means a large contact wheel and precise work on the belt. The concavity is subtle – almost invisible to the naked eye – but it acts like a lever: it reduces wedging and pulls the material away from the blade’s face. In practice you get an edge...
Dot for Dot, Line for Line – The Magic of Laser at Herman Knives
09-10-2025
  Individual steps of surface preparation: Thorough cleaning and preparation of the element for further processing Delicate sandblasting, glass-blasting, matting, or preparation for polishing or satin finishing Fine-grained abrasives to achieve a uniform texture High-gloss...
New Coatings from Oerlikon – Even More Possibilities!
16-04-2025
At Herman Knives, we are constantly searching for solutions that will elevate our knives to an even higher level. We seek out materials that not only meet the expectations of the most demanding users but also tell a story of precision, durability, and exceptional aesthetics.Today, we are proud to...
Where your vision meets masterful craftsmanship – unique, custom,  knives and pens by Herman Knives
10-04-2025
Dear Customers, We are thrilled to announce that Polish Custom Knives is now accepting orders for custom, hand-engraved Herman knives and elegant pens – one-of-a-kind pieces made to order, with engravings tailored to your ideas and inspirations. Each customer can commission a unique piece –...
Why is CPM 3V powder steel so strong?
17-05-2023
Composition CPM-3V Chemical %(Carbon 0.80; Chromium 7.50; Vanadium 2.75; Molybdenum 1.30)   CPM 3V (Crucible Industries in Syracuse, New York) - Introduced in 1997. CPM 3V is a tool steel made of metal powders with a unique chemical composition that provides the tool with a unique combination...

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