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Vintage Gustav Emil Ern Flexible Brisket Knife 310mm High Carbon Steel Made in Germany 1888

Vintage Gustav Emil Ern Flexible Brisket Knife 310mm High Carbon Steel Made in Germany 1888

$221.00 AUD
$221.00 AUD
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Experience the Rarity of a Vintage Gustav Emil Ern Brisket Knife

A genuine vintage Gustav Emil Ern flexible brisket knife - 310mm, high carbon steel, fully forged, full tang, triple brass rivets, wood handle. Hand-made in Solingen, Germany - the City of Blades. Gustav Emil Ern was one of the last German knife makers to employ highly skilled craftsmen using traditional methods, and their knives are now sought after by the world's best chefs for their exceptional quality. Note: some rust present - handle replacement recommended. A rare collector's piece with a remarkable story.

The Specs

  • Brand: Gustav Emil Ern
  • Steel: High carbon steel, 58 HRC
  • Style: Fully forged, full tang, triple brass rivets
  • Blade: 310mm, flexible brisket profile
  • Blade thickness: 1.4mm
  • Overall length: 460mm
  • Handle: Wood (replacement recommended)
  • Weight: Approx. 150g
  • Origin: Hand-made in Solingen, Germany
  • Condition: Vintage - some rust present, handle replacement recommended

Gustav Emil Ern - The Last of the Solingen Craftsmen

Gustav Emil Ern was one of the last companies to resist mass production after World War 2, continuing to employ highly skilled craftsmen to hand-make their knives in Solingen - Germany's legendary knife-making city. When Henckels and Wusthof moved to mass production, Gustav Emil Ern could not compete on price - but their knives remained exceptional in quality. Today, these knives are prized by collectors and professional chefs alike. The flexible brisket knife is designed for slicing large cuts of smoked and braised meat with long, clean strokes - the thin, flexible blade follows the contours of the meat for minimal waste.

Care and Maintenance

  • Remove remaining rust with a fine abrasive and food-safe oil before use
  • Handle replacement recommended - consult a knife maker
  • Hand wash only - never dishwasher
  • Dry immediately after washing - carbon steel is reactive
  • Apply a light coat of camellia or food-safe mineral oil after each use
  • Sharpen on a whetstone - carbon steel responds well
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