Vintage Gustav Emil Ern Butcher Knife 250mm Carbon Steel Made in Germany 2002

Experience controlled meat preparation with a vintage Gustav Emil Ern butcher knife

This recorded 250mm carbon steel butcher knife pairs a wood handle with an approximate weight of 200g. Its extended blade provides reach for trimming and portioning suitable cuts of meat.

The Specs

• Brand: Gustav Emil Ern
• Knife type: butcher knife
• Blade length recorded: 250mm
• Overall length recorded: 380mm
• Steel recorded: carbon steel; exact grade not specified
• Construction previously listed: fully forged, full tang; not independently verified
• Bevel recorded: double bevel; edge angle not specified
• Handle: wood; species not specified
• Weight recorded: approximately 200g
• Origin recorded: Germany
• Condition: used, pre-owned
• Blade thickness and hardness: require verification; earlier 0.2mm and 58 HRC figures are not treated as confirmed

Heritage & Use

The Gustav Emil Ern name is retained from this knife's recorded identification, without assigning a production date or unverified manufacturing history to the individual piece. Its butcher-knife format suits deliberate trimming and portioning, without assuming suitability for cutting bones. Carbon steel can develop a natural patina with use and requires attentive drying. No superior edge performance over stainless steel or fatigue-free handling is claimed.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only; never use a dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use and avoid soaking the wood handle
• Use a honing method appropriate to the existing edge and its condition
• Sharpen on suitable water stones following the existing bevel, or consult a specialist
• Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil before extended storage
• Store clean and dry with the edge protected